Coach Steve Coury - Lake Oswego Football: You Encourage What You Tolerate, You Foster What You Celebrate

🚨 Coach Steve Coury 🚨 Legendary head football coach of the Lake Oswego Lakers (OR) for 34 years. A former Oregon State standout and All-Pac-10 receiver, Coury returned home in 1992 and turned the Lakers into one of Oregon’s premier programs. 3x State Champions (2011, 2018, 2025) • 9x State Finalist • nearly 300 career wins. Known for building tough, disciplined teams that play with heart and love — where every player matters and the culture is family. Husband, father, grandfather, and one of the most respected coaches in Oregon high school football history! In this conversation, Coach Coury shares his extensive journey in coaching, from his early days influenced by his father's coaching career to his current role at Lake Oswego High School. He discusses the importance of family, the transition from college to high school coaching, and the significance of building a cohesive team culture. Coach Coury emphasizes the life lessons that sports can teach young athletes and the balance between competition and enjoyment in the game. He also reflects on the critical role of offensive line play and the values that guide his coaching philosophy. Coach Coury shares his insights on coaching, the challenges posed by modern influences like social media, and the dynamics of coaching one's own children. He reflects on cherished moments in his coaching career and discusses best practices that have contributed to his team's success. The discussion highlights the profound impact of football as a metaphor for life, illustrating how the sport instills discipline, hard work, and resilience in young athletes. Coach Coury emphasizes the significance of making every player feel valued and the role of shared leadership on the team. Photo Credit 📸: Portland Tribune Key Takeaways: -Journey to Lake Oswego -Exposure to Great Coaches early on in college career -Influence and Impact of his Father, Coach Dick Coury -The Why Behind Coaching -Importance of family and work-life balance. -Transitioning from college to high school coaching -Building a cohesive coaching staff is essential for team success. -Coaching Philosophy – What’s important to LO Football? -Offensive Line: It all starts up front -Cohesiveness vs Talent? -Fun should remain a core element of the game. -The Two Rules! -You Encourage What You Tolerate, You Foster What You Celebrate -The Challenges of Coaching: Outside Distractions -The Necessity of Explosive Plays -Why is Football the Greatest Sport? -The Dynamics of Coaching your Own Kid -The 65th Player: Every player, regardless of role, is important to the team. -You’re only as good as your Senior Class -Success beyond Wins! -Advice for Aspiring Coaches https://linktr.ee/The_Coachers_Podcast