
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!
The Coaching 101 Podcast
Identifying and Running Your Best Stuff w/ JR Quarnberg
In this episode of the Coaching 101 Podcast, host Daniel Chamberlain welcomes guest Coach JR Quarnberg from Kanab High School in southern Utah. Quarnberg shares his coaching journey, the significance of the Wing-T offense, and its impact on his successful seasons. He discusses the importance of having an identity, running the best plays, and adapting to defensive strategies through the use of tags, influence calls, and player-led adjustments at the line of scrimmage. The conversation highlights the challenges and rewards of trusting players to make calls and the role of a unified coaching staff in developing a strong, adaptable offense. The episode offers valuable insights for coaches looking to enhance their football strategy while maintaining core principles.
00:00 Introduction and Host Update
00:24 Guest Introduction: Coach JR Quarnberg
01:32 The Wing T Offense: A Personal Journey
02:42 Influence of Coach Dwayne Hatch
02:57 Movie Reference: When the Game Stands Tall
04:42 The Importance of Having an Offensive Identity
06:25 Quote of the Week and Ads
10:32 Running Your Best Plays: Strategies and Adjustments
15:02 Tags and Influence Calls in the Wing T Offense
27:04 Influence Blocking and Breaking Traditions
28:24 Player Mentality and Trust Issues
29:59 Letting Players Make Calls
31:24 Challenges of Audibles and Trusting Players
33:49 Adjustments and Ownership in Play Calling
35:03 Increasing Football IQ and Delegating Power
43:49 Youth Programs and System Consistency
46:28 Concluding Thoughts and Advice for Coaches
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