On this week's episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we're joined by Brent Vigen, head coach at Montana State University.
Coach Vigen shares his journey from graduate assistant to national championship head coach and reflects on the lessons that shaped his leadership philosophy. He discusses learning under Craig Bohl, developing players at a high level — including his experience coaching Josh Allen and what it takes to build and sustain a championship culture.
In this conversation, Coach Vigen breaks down:
Earning credibility as a young coach
Leading fellow staff members early in his career
Building and maintaining standards within a program
Motivating players after winning a national title
The importance of serving the coaching profession through the AFCA Board of Trustees
This episode is packed with practical insight for coaches at every level who are focused on leadership development, culture building, and long-term program success.
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