The Coaching 101 Podcast
Welcome to The Coaching 101 Podcast, hosted by Daniel Chamberlain and Kenny Simpson, where football coaching takes center stage! Whether you're a seasoned football coach, a rookie on the sidelines, or just a die-hard fan eager to learn more about the game, this podcast is your playbook for success.
Join Daniel and Kenny as they break down game strategies, share insights on player development, explore leadership on and off the field, and tackle the challenges of coaching at every level. Featuring interviews with top coaches, athletes, and experts, every episode is packed with tips, stories, and strategies to help you build winning teams and inspire greatness.
Step onto the field and into the minds of coaching pros—because greatness starts with the right game plan!
Episodes
136 episodes
The Intricacies of Gap Scheme Pulling Linemen
In this episode of the Coaching 101 Podcast, hosts Daniel Chamberlain and Kenny Simpson discuss a recent game and the intricacies of balancing player rotations, particularly during a dominant lead against strong opponents. They delve into coach...
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Season 6
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Episode 21
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59:34
Balancing One and Two-Platoon Systems in High School Football
In this episode of The Coaching 101 Podcast, hosts Daniel Chamberlain and Kenny Simpson discuss strategies for balancing one and two-platoon systems in high school football to keep players fresh and enhance team performance. They provide insigh...
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Season 6
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Episode 20
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55:56
Navigating Midseason Fundamentals and Advanced Passing Concepts
In this episode of 'The Coaching 101 Podcast,' hosts Daniel Chamberlain and Kenny Simpson discuss the midpoint of the football season, reflecting on their progress and playoff hopes. They explore different ways to get into trips formations, sim...
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Season 6
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Episode 19
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48:23
Reviving a Program: Insights from Coach Cullen O'Brien
In this episode of The Coaching 101 Podcast, hosts Daniel Chamberlain and Kenny Simpson welcome Coach Cullen O'Brien from Florida to discuss his journey in football coaching. Coach O'Brien shares his experiences growing up in a football family ...
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Season 6
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Episode 18
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56:47
In-Season Adjustments
In this episode of 'The Coaching 101 Podcast', hosts Daniel Chamberlain and Kenny Simpson discuss in-season adjustments and evaluating your team's performance during the 2025 football season. Kenny Simpson shares insights on his team's 3-0 star...
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Season 6
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Episode 17
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51:30
Maximizing Efficiency in High School Sports Performance w/ Dr. Chad Peters
In this episode of The Coaching 101 Podcast, hosts Daniel Chamberlain and Coach Kenny Simpson are joined by Dr. Chad Peters to explore the importance of efficiency in sports performance. Dr. Peters shares his extensive experience in college foo...
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Season 6
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Episode 16
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59:36
Wives Takeover: Balancing Family Life with Coaching
In this special takeover episode of The Coaching 101 Podcast, the spouses of coaches come together for a heartfelt and humorous discussion about their unique experiences. Samantha Chamberlain, Jamey Simpson, Jessica Collins, Corinne Stevens, an...
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Season 6
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Episode 15
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1:16:03
Efficient Practice Planning and Situational Drills
In this episode of The Coaching 101 Podcast, the hosts discuss the start of the football season in Oklahoma, sharing insights from their recent games and practices. They cover key topics such as adapting practice schedules to handle injuries, t...
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Season 6
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Episode 14
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56:22
Game Day Communication and Adjustments
In this episode of the Coaching 101 Podcast, hosts Daniel Chamberlain and Kenny Simpson discuss the intricacies of game day communication and adjustments. With the football season approaching, they talk about managing staff communication via he...
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Season 6
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Episode 13
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48:33
Building Formations to Gain an Advantage
In this episode of 'The Coaching 101 Podcast', hosts Daniel Chamberlain and Kenny Simpson delve into the importance of formations in football. They discuss how multiple formations can be used to manipulate defenses, create advantageous matchups...
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Season 6
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Episode 12
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52:24
Balancing Coaching and Family Life w/ Jamey Simpson and Samantha Chamberlain
In this special episode of the Coaching 101 Podcast, hosts Daniel Chamberlain and Kenny Simpson are joined by their wives, Samantha and Jamey to discuss the challenges and rewards of balancing a career in coaching with maintaining a healthy fam...
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Season 6
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Episode 11
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1:14:16
Teaching Players How to Effectively Analyze Game Film
In this episode of The Coaching 101 Podcast, coaches discuss the importance of giving players a break, the benefits of organizational tools, and effective methods for analyzing film. The conversation covers teaching players to break down both t...
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Season 6
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Episode 10
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49:53
Building and Sustaining Championship Culture in High School Football w/ Adam Harvey and Bobby Leidner
Building and Sustaining Championship Culture in High School FootballIn this episode of the Coaching 101 Podcast, we are live from the Texas High School Coach Association Coaching School in San Antonio. Host Daniel Chamberlain interviews ...
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Season 6
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Episode 9
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57:33
Enhancing Team Dynamics with Team Sports Consulting Group's Travis Davidson
In this episode of the Coaching 101 Podcast, host Daniel Chamberlain livestreams from the Border States Summit in Quapaw, featuring guest Travis from Team Sports Consulting Group. The conversation covers the venue highlights, notably the Ace Sp...
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Season 6
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Episode 8
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51:24
Border States - Building Successful Athletic Programs: Insights from Bristow's Athletic Director BJ McBride
In this episode of 'The Coaching 101 Podcast,' the host Daniel Chamberlain introduces and interviews BJ McBride, the Athletic Director at Bristow High School in Oklahoma. Broadcasting live from the Border State Summit, the discussion covers a v...
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16:16
Impactful Coaching Journeys: Insights from Michael Beaumont
In this episode of The Coaching 101 Podcast, host Daniel Chamberlain broadcasts from the Border State Summit in northeast Oklahoma, joined by guest Michael Beaumont. Beaumont shares his experiences and insights from his extensive coaching caree...
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Season 6
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Episode 7
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44:00
Establishing Your Base Run Game w/ Brady Bradbury
In this episode of The Coaching 101 Podcast, hosts Daniel Chamberlain and Kenny Simpson are joined by Brady Bradbury, head coach at Adair High School in Oklahoma. The discussion covers strategies for establishing a run game during fall camp, en...
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Season 6
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Episode 6
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1:02:11
THSADA - Building a Complete Football Program with Steve Wells
In this episode of The Coaching 101 Podcast, Daniel sits down with Coach Steve Wells to talk all things culture, strength, and leadership. From taking ownership of the weight room to building standards that last, Coach Wells sha...
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Season 6
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23:52
THSADA - Legacy of the Slot-T Offense with Bruce Bush
In this episode of the Coaching 101 Podcast, host Daniel Chamberlain speaks with Coach Bush live from the Texas High School Athletic Director Association Conference. Coach Bush shares his extensive coaching journey, starting in the early 1970s,...
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Season 6
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23:47
Mastering Quarterback Development w/ Chad Pennington
In this episode of 'The Coaching 101 Podcast,' hosts Daniel Chamberlain and Kenny Simpson are joined by former NFL player and high school football coach Chad Pennington. They delve into strategies for giving teams a competitive edge, highlighti...
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Season 6
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Episode 5
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1:22:24
THSADA - Military Veterans Moving to the Sidelines w/ Coach Jason Haddock
In this episode of The Coaching 101 Podcast, host Daniel Chamberlain broadcasts live from the Texas Athletic Directors Association Convention at the Kalahari Resort in Round Rock, Texas. He speaks with Jason Haddock, the new Athletic Director a...
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Season 6
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25:38
Elevate Your Game: Becoming a Top Assistant Coach
In this episode of 'The Coaching 101 Podcast,' hosts Daniel Chamberlain and Kenny Simpson dive deep into the strategies for becoming a top-tier assistant coach. They discuss practical ways to provide value, gain essential experience, and positi...
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Season 6
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Episode 4
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1:14:12
Maximizing Efficiency and Enjoyment in Summer Scheduling
In this episode of the Coaching 101 Podcast, hosts Daniel Chamberlain and Kenny Simpson delve into strategies for making the summer football season both efficient and enjoyable. Kenny shares insights from his family's mission trip to Nicaragua ...
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Season 6
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Episode 3
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51:33
Building a Football Program: From Rock Bottom to Success w/ Jason Parker
In this episode of The Coaching 101 Podcast, host Daniel Chamberlain talks with Coach Jason Parker about his journey from starting at an 0-10 record to achieving consistent playoff appearances and aiming for a state title. They discuss the stru...
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Season 6
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Episode 2
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47:18
The Importance of Offensive Line Play w/ Tony Shiffman
In this episode of 'The Coaching 101 Podcast,' co-hosts Daniel Chamberlain and Kenny Simpson are joined by Tony Shiffman. They discuss the significance of coaching offensive linemen, strategies for making the position appealing to players, over...
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Season 6
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Episode 1
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1:12:11
