On this episode of Inside the Headset, presented by CoachComm, we talk with Jerry Olszewski, Head Coach at Augustana University and the 2024 AFCA Division 2 Regional Coach of the Year. Coach Olszewski shares his journey of growth, his leadership philosophy, and how he uses his platform to help athletes become better people.
💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
1:36 – When Coach Olszewski knew he wanted to coach.
2:23 – Showing the coaching staff his commitment.
3:47 – Learning how to coach.
8:03 – Biggest areas of growth as a young coach.
12:42 – First opportunity at Minnesota State.
21:05 – Value of coaching multiple positions.
26:45 – Balancing career moves with family decisions.
31:08 – Lessons learned from Arena Football.
42:25 – Returning as Defensive Coordinator at his alma mater.
51:28 – Rebuilding the Augustana program.
59:34 – Developing athletes into better people.
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Follow Coach Olszewski: @CoachOJ_
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