Join hosts Daniel Chamberlain and Kenny Simpson on the Coaching 101 Podcast as they welcome special guest Kevin Swift from Oregon. In this episode, they delve into the importance of making football simple for success, exploring Coach Swift's impressive 41-year career. They cover topics like avoiding coaching burnout, evolving as a coach without losing core identity, the importance of relationships over X's and O's, and sustaining longevity in the coaching profession. Additionally, hear insights about balancing personal life with a coaching career, building a supportive community, and the significance of player relationships. Tune in for a wealth of knowledge and experience from seasoned coaches who have thrived in the football industry.
00:00 Introduction to the Coaching 101 Podcast
00:34 Meet Coach Kevin Swift
01:50 Coach Swift's Coaching Journey
05:27 Quote of the Week and Sponsor Shoutouts
09:36 Discussing Longevity in Coaching
16:30 Challenges and Rewards of Coaching
36:46 Evolving as a Coach
39:37 The Importance of Innovation in Coaching
40:19 Building a Collaborative Coaching Environment
41:18 Adapting to New Defensive Strategies
41:48 The Journey of Becoming a Head Coach
42:52 Challenges of Coaching in Small Towns
43:52 Developing Assistant Coaches from Scratch
45:32 The Role of Senior Players in Coaching
46:14 Creating a Winning Culture
48:34 Balancing Football and Personal Life
54:54 Evolving Coaching Philosophies
56:06 The Importance of Relationships in Coaching
01:00:39 Sustaining a Long Coaching Career
01:08:21 Closing Thoughts and Resources for Coaches
Daniel Chamberlain:
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ChamberlainFootballConsulting@gmail.com
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Kenny Simpson:
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