“Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 ESV

October 5th, 2024: Vanderbilt pulls off the massive upset and takes down #1 Alabama #AnchorDown

Happy October 5th to all those who celebrate 🎉 40-35

Don't let Death by 1,000 Cuts Kill Your Culture and Team

Some of the most successful people in life will be those that are on a team that is not doing well, but when you turn the film on they are giving 100% at all times.

Quarterback reminders: Embrace every moment Control your emotions ( it's ok to show emotions… good and bad…just be in control of them) Leadership is action… not words…Show first… then tell Never forget…You aren't as good as people say you are…You aren't as bad as people say you are…You are simply the best version of yourself and that will include good and bad samples…Dont listen to the praise or the criticism unless you respect the critic and u would pay for their advice The best quarterbacks have one thing in common… they find a way to win

It’s always about the little things… Don't get bored with coaching receivers to look it in all the way to the tuck Don't get bored enforcing all ball carriers to keep the ball at the top of the numbers and to not show any air Don't get bored coaching the QB to keep 2 hands on the ball inside the pocket with the ball not dropping below the numbers Don't get bored with have your receivers rest a k on go balls versus man press Don't get bored with coaching qbs to throw the goal-line post route above the head of the receiver Don't get bored with reminding your OL to win the first punch versus the pass rusher Very simply…Dont get bored with winning

QB Accuracy starts with the feet. If a QB's feet aren't synced up to the Concept & Progression, they will be late on throws. Late Throws → Windows Close The guys who hop around in the Pocket are chronically late with the football. Stay grounded. Find rhythm in the drop.

The Smell of Football is in the Air… 1) There’s a sense of urgency that everyone begins to sense 2) The pieces to the puzzle are starting to come together 3) Someone is much better than u ever dreamed possible 4) Someone is underperforming 5) Coaches are sick and tired of each other and ready to fight if they have to watch one more cover zero blitz or one more unprepared for formation 6) The receiver has no moves left that the db hasn't seen 7) The db has officially gone over the one hundred count for holds in practice 8) The OL is sick and tired of one on one pass rush celebrations by the DL when they sack a dummy that doesn't move 9) The DL has counted over one thousand holds by the OL 10) Everyone agrees…Its time to hit someone with another color jersey It smells like football…It is

As we start a new football season, here are 10 Keys to Being a Great Assistant Coach.... 1. Be Loyal Loyalty earns respect. You can prepare to be a head coach without undermining others. Support the head coach, the staff, and the mission. Loyalty builds trust, and trust builds teams. 2. Show Improvement Don’t stay the same. Keep learning techniques, schemes, and ways to improve. Be a student of the game, no matter how much experience you have. 3. Make Your Role Special Whatever you're in charge of, (position group, special teams, equipment, etc.) make it excellent. Treat your area like it’s the most important part of the program. 4. Give Meaningful Feedback Help players grow. Don’t just say “do better.” Teach. Correct. Encourage. Give feedback they can use to get better. 5. Never Be Unprepared Time is the one resource you get equal with your opponent. Don’t waste it. Have a plan. Be efficient. Be ready every day. 6. Be Energy-Positive Bring good energy consistently. Your tone helps set the team’s tone. Be the coach that players and staff want to be around. 7. Communicate Clearly Be direct, respectful, and open. Talk with people, not at them. Good communication prevents confusion and builds cohesion. 8. Be Reliable Do what you say you’ll do. Be on time, every time. Great head coaches want assistants they can trust without micromanaging. 9. Develop Relationships Invest in people. Players don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care. Relationships are the foundation of influence. 10. Support the Head Coach's Vision Even if you’d do things differently, support the head coach’s vision publicly and work to carry it out fully. Alignment creates momentum.

Be The Standard. Don't talk about it. LIVE it.

It takes what it takes!

It's "I can't come to practice because my momma taking me school shopping/to get a haircut" season.

Killen, AL this morning. #alwx @spann @waff48

Saddle up boys, it’s time 😂 @LLaxson @hunter_mosley4 @Coach_Allen7664

Three simple rules that will change your life: 1) Be quick to listen 2) Be slow to speak 3) Be slow to anger #James119

So you want to play college football but can’t find two hours-4x a week to make it to summer workouts? Save it for someone else

Spot on!

The number 1 thing that needs to get implemented for the US to actually be a serious soccer nation: 1) Make youth soccer available to all. Travel soccer costs thousands/yr, grabs field time from rec leagues, & prohibits some of our toughest kids from playing due to cost.

Can tell we are really hesitant right now, big step up in talent facing Belgium, we can adjust but the game has to slow down for us.