On this week’s episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we’re joined by Jerheme Urban, Head Coach at Trinity University and a proud alum. Coach Urban takes us through his incredible journey—from setting records as a Trinity athlete to leading the Tigers as Head Coach since 2013.
Discover how Coach Urban’s playing career shaped his coaching philosophy, the value of being a multi-sport athlete, and the strategies behind building a perennial playoff contender.
🕒 Episode Highlights & Timestamps:
1:21 – Introduction.
1:40 – When did you know you wanted to be a part of the coaching profession?
4:03 – Breaking into the profession.
7:12 – Looking back on your playing career and how it has helped you as a coach.
10:18 – Experience as a multi-sport athlete and the value of doing multiple sports.
12:29 – Learning to coach both sides of the ball.
14:37 – Acclimating to the coaching lifestyle.
16:12 – Becoming a full-time coach.
18:58 – Developing a scheme that fits the players you have.
21:28 – Becoming the head coach at Trinity.
24:49 – Weathering the storm in the early days as Head Coach.
31:38 – Preparing for the future, now.
35:09 – Finding your place as a Head Coach.
39:03 – Philosophy in hiring coaches.
42:43 – Building a program into a perennial playoff team.
45:43 – Passion and drive for the success of Trinity Football.
48:19 – Joining the AFCA Board of Trustees.
51:06 – Uniqueness and success of Trinity Football Camps.
54:13 – Conclusion.
Follow Coach Urban and Trinity Football on Twitter: @JerhemeUrban83 & @TUFootballTX
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