Inside the Headset with the AFCA takes you in-depth with interviews, career breakdowns, and coaching development with football coaches around the country.
On this week’s episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we preview the 2025 AFCA Convention with Hazel Green High School Head Coach, Fred Farrier. In this conversation, Coach Farrier and Mario Price give you everything you need to know prior to heading to Charlotte for the 2025 AFCA Convention. The 2025 AFCA Convention runs from January 12th to January 14th in Charlotte, NC. Follow Coach Farrier on social media here: @CoachFredT Show Notes: 1:28 Introduction 2:05 Importance of being involved with the AFCA 4:00 First Timers Meeting and tips for first timer attendees 7:20 Information about Skills & Drills and Buzz Sessions 9:19 Preparing for the AFCA Convention 12:40 Information about Breakout Sessions and GA Career Panel 14:42 Impact of GA Career Panel Session 19:33 Information about High School, Junior College, CFL, International, and Collegiate General Sessions 22:08 Impact of General Sessions and learning from P5 Head Coaches 25:04 Information about Tailgate Party and New Programming available this year 28:40 Final Tips for Convention Attendees
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Scott Milanovich, Head Coach - Hamilton Tiger-Cats
On this week’s episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we sit down with Scott Milanovich, the head coach of the Hamilton Tiger-Cats. In this conversation, Coach Milanovich walks through his journey into the profession, his experiences in both in the CFL and the NFL, and how he has developed as a coach throughout his career. Coach Milanovich led the Tiger-Cats to a 7-11 record in his first season. Follow the Hamilton Tiger-Cats and the CFL on social media here: @Ticats & @CFL Show Notes: 1:30 Playing career in college and pros, transitioning from being a player to a coach in the same league, and getting your first opportunity in the CFL. 18:41 Uniqueness of coaching in the CFL and roster building, becoming a CFL Head Coach for the first time, and finding success early on as a Head Coach and working to maintain it. 36:28 Coaching in the NFL, returning to the CFL during the COVID-19 Pandemic, and learning to adapt as a coach.
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Eliah Drinkwitz, Head Coach - Missouri
On this week’s episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we are featuring Mizzouri Head Coach, Eli Drinkwitz’s General Session talk from the 2024 AFCA Convention. In this talk, Coach Drinkwitz discusses various drills and circuits that he has used to find success throughout his career. Coach Drinkwitz led Mizzou to a 9-3 record and a bid to the Music City Bowl this season. Follow Coach Drinkwitz and Missouri Football on social media here: @CoachDrinkwitz & @MizzouFootball Show Notes: 1:30 Special Teams Circuit and Tackling Drills 19:30 Team Drills (Tackling and Ball Security) 32:19 Ram Pass Play / General Thoughts
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Corey Mace, Head Coach - Saskatchewan Roughriders
On this week’s episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm we sit down with Corey Mace, the head coach of the Saskatchewan Roughriders. In this conversation, Coach Mace discusses the uniqueness of the CFL, his journey to becoming a head coach, and how he approaches roster management and culture building. Coach Mace led the Roughriders to a 9-8 record this past season, making it to the West Division Final. Follow Coach Mace, the Saskatchewan Roughriders, and the CFL on social media here: @CoreyJMace & @sskroughriders & @CFL 1:30 Finding your passion for coaching, unique aspects of the CFL, and transitioning from a player to a coach. 23:19 Getting to experience the Grey Cup as a player and a coach, becoming a defensive coordinator and a head coach and finding quick success, and building a culture at the professional level.
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Barry Odom, Head Coach - UNLV
On this week’s episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we are featuring UNLV Head Coach, Barry Odom’s General Session talk from the 2024 AFCA Convention. In this talk, Coach Odom discusses his coaching journey, how he approaches building a program, and his recruiting philosophy. Coach Odom has led the Rebels to an 8-2 record so far in the 2024 campaign. Follow Coach Odom and UNLV Football on social media here: @Coach_Odom & @unlvfootball 1:30 Coaching Journey 15:45 Building a Program 34:48 Recruiting Philosophy
Inside the Headset with the AFCA takes you in-depth with interviews, career breakdowns, and coaching development with football coaches around the country.
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