On this week's episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we're joined by Vann Hunt, Head Coach at Manchester University. Coach Hunt reflects on the early experiences that shaped his coaching philosophy and leadership style. He discusses the value of embracing failure as an opportunity to learn, grow, and become a better coach, while sharing lessons that have guided him throughout his career. The conversation also explores Coach Hunt's experience in the AFCA 35 Under 35 Coaches Leadership Institute, highlighting the relationships, professional development and leadership opportunities the program provided as he prepared to lead his own program. Follow Coach Hunt and Manchester Football on X: @CoachV_MU | @MU_SpartanFB Be sure to subscribe to Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm on your favorite podcast platform and leave a rating and review if you enjoy the show. New episodes are released every week featuring football coaches from every level of the game. AFCA Membership is open. Visit AFCA.com to learn more about the benefits of joining the American Football Coaches Association.

On this week's episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we're joined by Zach Hanson, Offensive Line Coach at USC. Coach Hanson discusses his transition from player to coach, the relationships that have helped shape his career, and the role his family has played throughout his coaching journey. He also shares his experience with the AFCA 35 Under 35 Coaches Leadership Institute and how the program has helped him grow as a coach and leader. Follow Coach Hanson and USC Football: @CoachZachHanson | @uscfb Follow Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm on your favorite podcast platform for new episodes each week. AFCA Membership is open. Visit afca.com for more information on joining the American Football Coaches Association.

On this week's episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we're joined by Brian Ware, Defensive Coordinator at Cy Ranch High School in Texas. Coach Ware discusses his return to coaching, reflects on the experiences that have shaped his career, and shares how participating in the AFCA 35 Under 35 Coaches Leadership Institute influenced his growth as a leader. He also offers advice for coaches looking to continue developing both personally and professionally. Follow Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm on your favorite podcast platform for new episodes every week. For more coaching resources and professional development opportunities, visit afca.com. AFCA Membership is open.

On this week's episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we're joined by Frank Reich, Offensive Coordinator of the New York Jets. Coach Reich discusses his journey from NFL quarterback to coach, how his playing career prepared him for life on the sidelines, and the lessons he learned from working alongside Peyton Manning and Tony Dungy. He also reflects on becoming an NFL offensive coordinator, leading an organization as a head coach, and the perspective gained through both the highs and lows of coaching. Show Notes: Transitioning from player to coach Learning from Peyton Manning Leadership lessons from Tony Dungy Becoming an NFL offensive coordinator Growing into a head coach Handling success and adversity Developing as a leader Advice for coaches Follow Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm on your favorite podcast platform for new episodes every week. For more coaching resources and professional development opportunities, visit afca.com. AFCA Membership is open.

Gary Fasching, Head Coach at Saint John's University (MN), joins this week's episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm. Coach Fasching discusses what it means to lead his alma mater, the responsibility of following a legendary coach, and the values that have guided one of the nation's premier Division III football programs. He also shares leadership lessons, the importance of building meaningful relationships with players, and why coaching is about much more than wins and losses. Show Notes: Coaching at your alma mater Following a legendary coach Building a championship culture Developing players through relationships Leadership lessons for coaches What it truly means to be a football coach Follow Coach Fasching and Saint John's Football on X: @SJUGaryFasching @SJUFootball AFCA Membership is now open. Join thousands of football coaches for year-round education, professional development, and exclusive coaching resources. Learn more at AFCA.com. Follow Inside the Headset on your favorite podcast platform and subscribe so you never miss a new episode. New episodes are released every Thursday.

On this episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we sit down with Tony Kunczewski, Head Football Coach at Berry College. Coach Kunczewski discusses the experiences that shaped his coaching career, from wearing multiple hats early on to building football programs from the ground up. He shares lessons on leadership, perseverance, staff development, and creating a culture that produces sustained success. Throughout the conversation, Coach Kunczewski reflects on overcoming adversity, learning from mentors, evaluating coaches and players, and how his philosophy has evolved throughout his time as a head coach. *]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id= "request-WEB:38a29832-50a1-4da3-9f94-acb7510ae473-4" data-turn-id-container= "request-WEB:38a29832-50a1-4da3-9f94-acb7510ae473-4" data-testid= "conversation-turn-10" data-turn="assistant"> Follow Coach Kunczewski and Berry Football: X: @BCCoachK | @BerryFootball Follow Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm on your favorite podcast platform for new episodes every week featuring football coaches from across the profession. AFCA membership is open. Join the American Football Coaches Association for year-round coaching education, networking opportunities, and exclusive resources at AFCA.com.      

On this week's episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we sit down with Deke Adams, Defensive Ends Coach at West Virginia University. Coach Adams shares his coaching journey through multiple levels of football and reflects on the experiences, relationships, and family support that helped shape his career. From his early days in the profession to coordinating at the FCS level and coaching in Power Four football, Coach Adams discusses the lessons learned along the way and offers valuable advice for coaches navigating their own career paths. Throughout the conversation, Coach Adams talks about the importance of mentorship, building strong professional relationships, embracing challenges, and remaining committed to growth throughout a coaching career. Inside the Headset is the official podcast of the American Football Coaches Association, featuring conversations with coaches from every level of football. Each episode explores leadership, career development, coaching philosophy, and the stories behind the profession. Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and never miss an episode. For more information on the American Football Coaches Association, visit AFCA.com. AFCA Membership opens July 1. Join the AFCA to connect with coaches from across the country and gain access to valuable professional development resources and networking opportunities.

On this episode of AFCA Studio, former NFL quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick joins AFCA Director of Education Mario Price to discuss the coaches who influenced his football journey, the lessons he learned during a 17-year NFL career, and how those experiences helped inspire the creation of Crucible. Having played for nine NFL organizations and learned under numerous offensive coordinators, Fitzpatrick developed a unique perspective on quarterback development, football intelligence, and the importance of decision-making. Now, through Crucible, he is helping quarterbacks at every level gain meaningful mental reps and improve their ability to process information quickly and efficiently. During the conversation, Fitzpatrick shares how coaches impacted his career, why mental repetitions are critical for quarterback growth, and how technology can help players continue their development outside of practice.

On this week's episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we're joined by Joe Battaglia, Head Coach at Lock Haven University. Coach Battaglia shares the leadership and business lessons he has applied throughout his coaching career, discusses the value of professional development, and reflects on the journey that led him to become the head coach at Lock Haven. During the conversation, Battaglia details his experiences as a young coach working his way through the profession, including stops at Temple and Georgia Tech. He discusses the challenges of transitioning into larger roles, lessons learned as a first-time coordinator, and the importance of building strong relationships throughout a coaching career. He also explains the impact the AFCA 35 Under 35 program had on his development and why he encourages young coaches to pursue opportunities that help them grow as leaders.

On this week's episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we're joined by EJ Barthel, Running Backs Coach at Nebraska. In this conversation, Coach Barthel reflects on his unique path through the coaching profession, from working in recruiting and player personnel to coaching running backs at the collegiate and NFL levels. He discusses the lessons he learned from legendary coaches, the evolution of recruiting, the development of a personal coaching philosophy, and the importance of embracing challenges throughout a coaching career. Coach Barthel also shares insights into player development, talent evaluation, building relationships with student-athletes, and Nebraska's commitment to building a physical, productive run game. Additionally, he offers advice for young coaches looking to break into the profession and explains why growth often comes from stepping outside of your comfort zone. Follow Coach Barthel and Nebraska Football here: @Coach_EJBarthel & @HuskerFootball Be sure to follow Inside the Headset on your favorite podcast platform and subscribe to our YouTube channel for exclusive content. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a rating and review—it helps other coaches discover the show. We release new episodes every week, so be sure to follow and never miss an episode. Find all episodes and platform links here: https://linktr.ee/insidetheheadset