Local Legends: HS Football Podcast

The former Rockford head coach chronicles his start in coaching, the move to Rockford, unprecedented success in the mid-2000s, and much more.West Michigan has not had a Division 1 state championship since Munger led Rockford to the title in 2008, the Rams 3rd in a 5-years.The Local Legends podcast is pumped to welcome The Refinery Fitness Studio to our family. The Refinery is a Power Pilates and wellness studio that just opened in downtown Grand Rapids. This isn't your average fitness studio. Every class comes with red light therapy built right in, and they back everything up with body composition scans that actually measure your muscle gains — real data, real results. They also offer yoga, nutrition coaching, and personal training, so whatever your goal is, they have something for you. They have an outdoor grand opening coming up on Saturday, June 6th at 10 am in the Studio Park Piazza… Head on over to therefineryfitnessstudio.com. Local Legends listeners get 50% off their first class, just use code Hutton.

John Shillito is one of the best high school football coaches the state of Michigan has ever seen. Coach joined Jason Hutton and Ryan Oshnock and discussed becoming a head coach at 24 years old, learning the "T" from Irv Sigler at Belding, setting scoring records, coaching great players, and being around great coaches along the way.The 5-time State Champion head coach went out with a win over Detroit King in the Division 3 State Title game in 2024, as Keaton Hendricks scored a Finals record 6 touchdowns.For those who love high school football in Michigan, this is a must-listen interview.

The Lakers head coach joins the show to talk about his excitement for the future, several changes to the coaching staff, falling in love with football at a young age, and more.Plus, Hutton and Osh break down the 11-player divisions for the 2026 season and discuss the Armed & Dangerous QB Camp.

From his start in coaching to building the Red Arrow football program into a power, Noel Dean joins us to discuss his football journey in a must-listen interview for any high school football in the state of Michigan.

New Ravenna head football coach Stever Czerwon joins us to discuss leaving Muskegon Catholic Central after 13 seasons and 4 state championships.Coach reflects on the great coaches he has played for, including Mike Holmes at MCC and Jerry Kill at Saginaw Valley State.

Calvin University didn't own a football or a pair of shoulder pads when Trent Figg was hired as head football coach in January of 2023.In the 1st 2 seasons, the Knights went from 2-8 to 7-3.Coach Figg joins us on the Local Legends podcast to discuss his coaching journey and how they are building the Knights football program.

Kenowa Hills head football coach Don Fellows joins the Local Legends Podcast for one of the most candid and in-depth conversations we’ve had.As he prepares for his third season leading the Knights — with high expectations surrounding the program — Fellows reflects on the journey that shaped him as both a coach and a man.This is a story about football, leadership, adversity, accountability, and second chances.

Hope College head football coach Peter Stuursma joins the Local Legends podcast to discuss his 10 years as head coach of his college alma mater, and winning 7 state titles as head coach at his high school alma mater, East Grand Rapids.From unforgettable players to great rivalries, coach Stuursma goes down memory lane with Jason and Osh.

Legendary Belding football coach Irv Sigler is our guest as he discusses his start in football, his climb to 2-time state championship coach, and his success in college.Plus, we talk 2026 high school football matchups, Trinidad Chambliss, and Wayne State football after Tyrone Wheatley.

We are talking National Signing Day with Allen Trieu of 247 Sports.From Michigan and Michigan State, to Ferris State, GVSU, and Hope College, and the portal, we cover it all with the best in the business when it comes to recruting.Go to https://athlete-connect.base44.app/ to see AREN Consulting's newest feature, AthleteConnect. AthleteConnect combines 20 years of experience with the power of AI to put you in total control of your recruiting journey. Scan now, create a free profile, and start today!

We are celebrating National Signing Day by talking with the host of the D1 Rejects Podcast, Kobe Manzo.How the transfer portal has impacted Divisions II & III, plus the future of the GLIAC and the MIAA, we talk all things non-D1 college football.AREN is positioned as the leader in college recruiting consulting for coaches and families throughout the country. Go to https://athlete-connect.base44.app/ to see AREN Consulting's newest feature, AthleteConnect.  AthleteConnect combines 20 years of experience with the power of AI to put you in total control of your recruiting journey. Scan now, create a free profile, and start today!

Ferris State head football coach Tony Annese joins the show to discuss winning a 4th National Championship in 5 years. We also talk about handling the transfer portal, his top 3 quarterbacks all-time, and his early days in coaching.Plus, the NFL coaching carousel and who will be in the CFP next season.

River Rouge head coach Jermain Crowell joins the show to set the record straight on what happened at Belleville.Coach also talks about his 2 years away from coaching, the perspective he has gained, how he used his experiences early in his coaching career at Cass Tech with Jayru Campbell to shape how he coached Bryce Underwood, among other topics.Plus, we make predictions on the CFP Championship game.

Davenport head football coach Sparky McEwen joins the show to talk about the transfer portal, building a program, Arena Football, the City League, and more.Plus, we talk about Mason McKenzie to Boston College, and we preview the CFP semifinal games.

Divine Child head football coach Chris Laney joins the show to talk about the Falcons state championship, the playoff win over Harper Woods, and more.Plus, we talk about Kyle Wittingham, the Michigan State staff, and the College Football Playoff.

Coach Shelke discusses the 2025 state championship, his 38 seasons coaching football for the Pirates, battling the numbers game at a small school, and more.Plus, we talk Ferris State football dynasty, Trinidad Chambliss, Mason McKenzie, and the College Football Playoff.

DeWitt head coach Rob Zimmerman joins the show to discuss the 2025 state championship, his coaching mentors, and his 27 years leading the Panthers.Osh and Book also try to name 4 to put on the Michigan high school football coaches Mount Rushmore.

We talk to the head coach of Division 7state champion Menominee, Chad Brandt, about his standout quarterback, making the long trek to Detroit, and the impact that legendary Maroons coach Ken Hofer still has on the program.Plus, we talk a little hoops.

We talk state championship games, final rankings, and Orchard Lake St. Mary's head coach Jermaine Gonzales stops by.We talk college coaching carousel and CFP rankings.Players, parents, and coaches contact AREN Consulting at getaren.com for all your recruiting needs. Use code locallegends at checkout for 10% off your membership.

We discuss the state semifinal game and give our state finals predictions.Plus, Notre Dame Prep head coach Pat Fox joins us to discuss public vs. private, his coaching career, and the matchup with West Catholic in the Division 5 title game.Contact getaren.com for all your recruiting needs and use code locallegends at checkout for a 10% discount.

EK tops Hudsonville, Vicksburg and Bark River-Harris win with wild finishes.Plus, we make our picks in the semifinals.Contact getaren.com for all your recruiting needs and use code locallegends at checkout for a 10% discount.

West Catholic tops CC in an OT thriller, we check out the 2-point play that decided it.Portage Central clears a major hurdle, beating an OK Conference team in the playoffs and doing it impressively.Hudsonville and EK set up a rematch in Division 1.Harper Woods might be the best team in the state, regardless of division. Head coach Rod Oden joins the show.Contact getaren.com for all your needs when it comes to navigating the turbulent waters of college recruting. Use code local legends for 10% off your membership.

Belleville goes down, defending the T, and we look ahead to the Holy War.Gus Kalpolka joins the show to discuss a successful season for Cedar Springs.Local Legends is presented by AREN Consulting. Coaches, athletes, and families visit getaren.com for guidance on college recruiting. Use code locallegendsa at checkout for a 10% discount.

We wrap up the regular season, who's in and who's out.Ludington went 9-0 for the first time in 36 years, head coach Charlie Gunsell stops by.Rankings, division-by-division, and some college football.Local Legends is presented by AREN Consulting. Reach out today for help navigating the turbulent waters of coaching at www.getaren.com. Use code locallegends for 10% your AREN membership.

We talk 8-player recruiting and what high school coaches need to do to help their players get recruited.Go to www.getarn.com to learn about the services that Dan can provide. Use code LocalLegends at checkout to receive 10% off your AREN membership.

Hutton and Osh reaction to games in week 8 plus Mick Enders joins the show.

CC tops Northview to win the OK Black, Cats face a must-win in week 9.Coopersville hands Big Rapids its first loss behind a big game from senior receiver.Portage Central head coach Mick Enders joins to talk about the 8-0 Mustangs and their dominant defense, which has allowed 10 points, and about the lasting impact of Bob Knight on the program.Grand Blanc sends a message, Brother Rice upsets OLSM, and more from around the state.Contact AREN Consulting at www.getaren.com, use code locallegends at checkout, and receive a 10% discount on your membership.

We talk about the ability to transfer in college and the importance of memories made playing in high school.Go to www.getarn.com to learn about the services that Dan can provide. Use code LocalLegends at checkout to receive 10% off your AREN membership.

Hudsonville wins on a Hail Mary, Grandville falls to Grand Haven. What does this mean for the D1 playoffs?Rockford head coach Brent Cummings dicusses his team and goes back to his days at Belding in the 90s playing for legendary head coach Irv Sigler.We try to decide what to do with the top 4 and who joins the top 10 to replace Grandville.

Dan Fodrocy, president of AREN Consulting, joins the show. This is the first of a series of segments on the current recruiting landscape and the options that are available to coaches, parents, and athletes in all sports.

We break down week 6 of the high school football season with Hudsonville beating Rockford, Muskegon topping Mona Shores, and more.Plus, West Catholic head coach Landon Grove joins us to talk about the Falcons win over Grand Rapids Christian and the impact Tony Annese has had on his career.

Osh and Bakita go division-by-division after the regular season passes the halfway point.We are super excited to welcome a new sponsor, AREN Consulting - visit them at www.getaren.com or scan the QR code on the screen.

Rockford beats East Kentwood in the OK Red.Northview comes from behind, again.Grand Rapids Catholic Central head coach Todd Kolster joins the show.How to rank 4 through 6, and where does Unity Christian fit in?

The OK Green bounces back, EK continues to dominate injuries mount for Rockford, Caledonia, and Grand Haven.Jacob Henige joins the show after his Lowell football team beats Coopersville to improve to 3-0.Does home field matter in high school football? No track makes for the best football fields. Plus, we look ahead to week 4.

Zeeland West wins on a Hail Mary, no one is quite sure what happened in the Grandville/Cass Tech game, and Osh's team wins in a late field goal.Plus, Jenison is 2-0 for the first time in 18 years, head coach Josh Lucas joins the show.We talk top 10 and preview week 3.

Osh's team scores 26 unanswered points to come from behind and beat West Catholic 32-21, and we chat with South Christian head coach Danny Brown after his Sailors beat Grand Rapids Christian.

We break down the results from week 1 of the high school football season from Thursday's game.Plus, Grand Haven head coach Andrew Biedenbender joins the show to discuss his team's 38-0 win over Lakeshore.

De La Salle head coach Dan Rohn joins the show to talk about his days playing at Orchard View, coaching at Fremont and West Catholic, and looking forward to the 2025 season. Plus, we take a look at some of the top week 1 matchups in West Michigan.

Sailors head coach Matt Koziak joins the show to talk schedule, replacing a 3-year starter at quarterback, and what the standard is for his program.

Davison head coach Jake Weingartz joins the show and we try to rank the top teams in the state in Division 1.

It's year 2 for head coach Ty Spencer leading the Falcons, and he joins the show to talk about improving on the team's 5 wins from 2024.

Bulldogs head coach Marc Cisco joins Bakita and Book to discuss his team's run to Ford Field in 2024 and what the team could look like in 2025.

Eagles head coach Brent Sandee joins Bakita and Book to discuss his teams run to Ford Field in 2024 and the prospects for the 2025 season.

Welcome to Episode 1 of the Local Legends Podcast! We kick things off by introducing ourselves, sharing why we started this show, and what you can expect each week. Then, we dive into a 2025 season preview of the Northview Wildcats with our very own co-host and head coach, Ryan Oshnock