Welcome back to The Board Drill Podcast! In this episode, hosts Kyle Bradburn and Matt Dixon sit down with returning guest, Coach Ty Gower from Plano West. We dive deep into the intricacies of molding your football scheme to fit your personnel, a crucial topic for high school coaches. Coach Gower shares his extensive experience and insights on how to maximize your team's potential by adapting your strategies based on the players you have.
In this episode, we discuss:
The importance of understanding your personnel and adapting your scheme accordingly
Real-life examples of how Coach Gower adjusts his defensive strategies
The benefits of using multiple defensive packages and naming them to resonate with your team
Practical advice for young coaches on managing and developing their teams
The significance of off-season preparation and year-round football planning
Whether you're a seasoned coach or new to the field, this episode is packed with valuable information to help you better prepare for the upcoming season.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
03:36 Molding Your Scheme to Fit Your Personnel
09:44 Considering the Offenses You Face
14:43 Teaching Versatility and Position-less Football
19:19 Developing Young Players and Building a Program
24:33 Creating Multiple Packages with Unique Names
30:05 Teaching History and Background to Create Buy-In
35:25 Challenging Opposing Coaches and Confusing Quarterbacks
39:11 The Importance of Terminology and Communication in Coaching
41:24 Adapting and Learning from Other Coaches
44:36 Condensing Verbiage for Effective Communication
52:46 Never Forget Your Roots and Those Who Helped You
01:05:58 Building Strong Relationships with Players
Adapting Schemes to Fit Personnel w/ Ty Gower