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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.

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Maximizing Efficiency and Enjoyment in Summer Scheduling

June 19, 2025 • Kenny Simpson and Daniel Chamberlain • Season 6 • Episode 3

In this episode of the Coaching 101 Podcast, hosts Daniel Chamberlain and Kenny Simpson delve into strategies for making the summer football season both efficient and enjoyable. Kenny shares insights from his family's mission trip to Nicaragua and highlights the importance of maintaining perspective and fostering growth beyond the field. They discuss balancing intensive training with team-building activities, ensuring athletes don't burn out before the season, and optimizing practice schedules. The episode also features a quote from William James about prioritizing what truly matters, and a discussion on how to make the football experience more rewarding for players, coaches, and their families. Sponsors Aport, Team Builder, Winning Edge Performance Analytics, and Capital Varsity Sports are also highlighted for their contributions to the coaching community.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome Back

00:50 Mission Trip to Nicaragua

01:57 American Football Camp in Nicaragua

03:21 Quote of the Week: William James

05:07 Efficiency in Coaching

07:24 New Sponsors and Ads

10:04 Summer Schedule and Activities

23:46 Balancing Work and Family Time

25:29 Avoiding Burnout in Players

26:48 Summer Training Strategies

28:55 Evaluating Players and Adjusting Schemes

35:35 The Importance of Rest and Recovery