We all know that in the postseason, the stakes are higher, and the pressure to perform at your best becomes even more intense. Coaches and players alike need to be mentally and physically prepared to navigate the challenges of championship and playoff weeks. In this episode with several playoff experienced coaches, the importance of maintaining a heightened level of consistency emerged as a central theme in preparing for these crucial moments.
Coach Eric Marty stressed the need to recenter the team and emphasize the urgency of the situation. He emphasized the significance of staying in the moment and making the most of the opportunities presented during playoff time. He also highlighted the importance of elevating the urgency, excitement, and effort level, emphasizing that a good team's performance should reach a whole new level during the playoffs.
Coach Scottie Walden echoed the sentiment of consistency, emphasizing the need to treat every opponent and game with the same level of preparation and energy. He emphasized the value of maintaining a consistent approach without adding unnecessary pressure, focusing on meticulous details, and staying true to the process.
Coach Mike Elder, drawing from his extensive experience in deep playoff runs, emphasized the significance of keeping practices short to keep players fresh and excited. He highlighted the importance of preventing over-preparation and maintaining a consistent approach, even during the heightened stakes of playoff games. Additionally, he underscored the value of utilizing the postseason to develop and prepare future players, thereby building a sustainable and successful program.
The common thread among these coaches' insights is the emphasis on maintaining consistency in approach and preparation, even as the intensity of the games escalates. This consistency extends beyond just the players' performance on the field; it encompasses the entire team's mindset, practice routines, and coaching strategies.
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Energy & Details: Approach to the Season – Scotty Walden, Head Coach, UTEP
Champions Series: A Sprint-Based Football Approach – Garrett Mueller, Head Coach, Stewartville High School (MN)
Offseason Standards to Create Player Motivation
The Disciplined Pursuit of Less – Tony Holler, Feed the Cats
An Integrated Workflow for Better Coaching – Tom Yashinsky, Head Coach, Onalaska High School (WI)
Build Your Team Culture – Best of Leadership Journey Season 1 with Brian Kight
Giving Your Players a Madden Rating to Help Development – Rob Pomazak, Head Coach, St. Charles North High School (IL)
The Offseason Journey – Ideas from Bill Walsh
How to Become a Head Coach – Ohio High School Coaches Hall of Fame Head Coach Thom McDaniels
Determining Areas of Improvement – Chris Softley (Lubbock Christian), Dan Carrel (Coastal Carolina), Grant Caserta (Ferris St.), Brett Arkelian (Fresno St.)
Looking Back to Move Forward – Levi Nelson (PCA), Pete Shinnick (Towson), Randy Jackson (Texas HS)
Postseason Evaluation and Evolution of Defense – Eric Kasperowicz (Mars HS), Jason Bornn (Saugus HS), John Rice (San Jacinto HS), Dante Bartee (Oregon)
Preserving Success While Innovating Your Offense – Kyle Ohradzansky (Findlay), Steven Ciocci (Bryant), Kyle Segler (Louisiana-Monroe)
Running a Pro-Tempo Style Offense – Eliah Drinkwitz, Head Coach, University of Missouri
Learn About Your Team Through Player Self-Evaluations
Being Thorough in Breakdowns in the Postseason – Morgan Scalley (Utah) and Mike Judy (Smyrna HS)
Getting a True Picture of the Season on Offense and Defense – Branden Jakubcin (Heidelberg), Shane Dierking (North Central), Jay Wilkinson (Fayetteville HS)
Make the Most of the Playoff Experience – Cris Reisert (Tiffin), Kirk Fridrich (Union HS), Ty Gower (Plano West HS)
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