The Coaches Call

SEC Associate Commissioner Talks Recruiting Season 6 Episode 9 Host: Chris Doelle Co-Host: Tim Prukop Guest: Matt Boyer The transformation of college athletics through Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) regulations and the implementation of revenue sharing. Key Takeaways: • Revenue Sharing Implementation: Under the House vs. NCAA settlement, schools can now share 22% of annual […]

Blake Lawrence – Understanding NIL Season 6 Episode 8 Host: Chris Doelle Co-Host: Tim Prukop Guest: Blake Lawrence, CEO & Co-Founder, Opendorse Opendorse CEO Blake Lawrence — a former starting linebacker at Nebraska whose career ended after four concussions — joins Tim Prukop to break down what Texas high school coaches need to understand about […]

Leading Through Combat, Cancer, and Coaching: Brooke Brittain Season 6 Episode 7 Guest Host: Coach Bob Wager, High School Relations Director & Special Teams Coach, Texas Christian University Host: Chris Doelle Guest: Coach Brooke Brittain, Athletic Coordinator & Head Girls Basketball Coach, Mansfield Tigers Coach Bob Wager — 30-year Texas high school football coach and […]

Advocacy, Politics, and Protecting Education-Based Athletics with Dr. Josh Childs Season 6 Episode 6 Hosts: Chris Doelle & Brian Polk, Chief Operating Officer, THSCA. Guests: Dr. Josh Childs, University of Texas at Austin. In this episode of The Coaches Call, host Chris Doelle hands the mic to Brian Polk, Chief Operating Officer of the Texas […]

How to Improve Your Program and District with Data Season 6 Episode 5 Hosts: Chris Doelle & Libby Pacheco Guests: Dr. Kyle Craighead, Everise; Dr. Josh Childs, University of Texas at Austin A continuation of the Episode 4 conversation, this episode moves from why the data matters to what coaches and ADs actually do with it […]

What the Data Says about Sports Season 6 Episode 4 Episode: Research on the Impact of Education-Based Athletics with Kyle Craighead & Dr. Josh Childs Hosts: Chris Doelle & Libby Pacheco Guests: Kyle Craighead, Co-founder, Everise; Dr. Josh Childs, Associate Professor, University of Texas at Austin In this episode of The Coaches Call, co-host Libby […]

REPLAY Protecting your marriage as a coach Season 6 Episode 3 Episode: REPLAY Protecting your marriage as a coach Host: Chris Doelle Interviewer: Brian Wood (OC, Wayland Baptist; ROC Mentoring Program) & Brandi Wood Topic: Marriage and coaching — making it work together. • Brian’s 3 tips for young coaches: be loyal to your school, […]

Joe Martin (THSCA) and Rusty Dowling (THSADA) Season 6 Episode 2 Episode: Joe Martin (THSCA) and Rusty Dowling (THSADA) Host: Chris Doelle Interviewer: Libby Pacheco (Texas High School Coaches Association Education Foundation C.O.O) Guest: Joe Martin, Executive Director of the Texas High School Coaches Association and Rusty Dowling, Executive Director of the Texas High School […]

Jon Shalala – ANSRS Season 6 Episode 1 Episode: Interview with Jon Shalala, Creator of ANSRS Host: Chris Doelle Guest: Jon Shalala, Founder of ANSRS In this episode of The Coaches Call, host Chris Doelle sits down with Jon Shalala, the founder of ANSRS, a revolutionary data and video management system for football coaches. Jon, […]

Kendall Miller – Past THSCA Board President Season 5 Episode 12 This episode focuses on the Texas High School Coaches Association (THSCA) and the role and structure of its board of directors. Coach Amanda Wolf-Schramm interviews Coach Kendall Miller. It begins with administrative announcements regarding membership, coaching school, and legislative updates, highlighting the association’s work […]

Jason Richards: Muleshoe, Colby Davis: Lewisville ISD, Greg Voyles: Wink Season 5 Episode 11 In this episode, Brian Gibson, Athletic Director at Wink High School interviews Jason Richards of Muleshoe, Colby Davis of Lewisville ISD, and Greg Voyles of Wink. Participants: Brian Gibson: Athletic Director (AD), Wink High School (Moderator) Jason Richards: AD and Head […]

Geno Pierce, Jeremiah Chapman – Performance Course Season 5 Episode 10 The Coaches Call: Summer Strength & Conditioning – The Performance Course Way Host: Chris DoelleGuest Host: Coach Erin Smith, Flower Mound Marcus Girls SoccerGuests: Gino Pierce, CEO of Performance Course Jeremiah Chapman, Vice President of Performance Course Episode Summary In this special episode, host […]

Leslie Slovak, Richardson ISD, Brian Gibson, Wink In this episode of ‘The Coaches Call’ hosted by Chris Doelle, Libby Pacheco interviews experienced coaches Brian Gibson and Leslie Slovak on effective strategies for acing coaching interviews. The discussion covers essential preparation techniques, maintaining professionalism, the importance of transparency and relationship-building, and how to set yourself apart […]

DW Rutledge and Phillip Engle – MyCoachingTree.com Host Chris Doelle introduced Libby Pacheco as guest host and she, D.W. Rutledge, and Philip Engel discussed the evolution of the THSCA job board and its partnership with My Coaching Tree. Rutledge recalled how job searching was previously done through athletic sales representatives, while Engel explained how he […]

Dr. Curtis Culwell – Legislative Consultant for THSCA In this episode of The Coaches Call, host Chris Doelle speaks with Dr. Curtis Culwell, a legislative consultant, about the Texas legislative process and its impact on high school athletics. Dr. Culwell provides insights into how bills become laws, the role of lobbyists, and how coaches can […]

Dr. Jamey Harrison – UIL Deputy Executive Director In this episode of ‘The Coaches Call’ hosted by Chris Doelle, Joe Martin, executive director of the Texas High School Coaches Association (THSCA),  interviews guest Dr. Jamey Harrison, deputy executive director of the University Interscholastic League (UIL), provides an overview of UIL’s role in Texas high school […]

 Ty Gipson and Chris Doelle Season 5 Episode 5 In this episode, Austin Vandegrift Head Football Coach and Athletic Coordinator, Drew Sanders, interviews Waterboy Graphics owner, Ty Gipson and Fresh Media Works founder Chris Doelle.  They discuss sports branding and marketing strategies for high school athletic programs. Key Takeaways Consistent branding across physical and digital […]

Melanie Hinson and Chief Richard Palomo Season 5 Episode 4 In this episode of The Coaches Call, host Chris Doelle introduces Melanie Hinson, the Assistant Athletic Director for Southwest ISD, who then interviews Southwest ISD Police Chief Richard Palomo. The discussion revolves around the safety protocols and best practices for high school team travel, particularly […]

Coach Chad Hennessey and Chuck Griffin Season 5 Episode 3 In this episode of The Coaches Call, host Chris Doelle hands the mic over to THSCA’s Libby Pacheco for an insightful discussion with Coach Chad Hennessey and Athletic Trainer Chuck Griffin from Georgetown High School. The conversation touches several important aspects of the coach-athletic trainer […]

Coach Joshua Mann and Coach Lexi Brooks Season 5 Episode 2 In this episode of The Coaches Call podcast, host Chris Doelle hands over the interview to Coach Joe Castillo, who converses with Coach Joshua Mann, Head Football Coach at Leander Rouse, and Coach Lexi Brooks, Director of Football Operations (DFO) and Head Boys Track […]

Dr. Puja Patel, Dell Children’s Medical Center Season 5 Episode 1 This episode of The Coaches Call podcast, hosted by Chris Doelle, features a discussion about mental health for coaches. Mike Harrison, head athletic trainer for Allen High School, interviews Dr. Puja Patel, Director of Pediatric Psychology at Dell Children’s Medical Center. They discuss the […]

Scott Lehnoff, Luis Solario Season 4 Episode 12 In this episode of ‘The Coaches Call’ podcast, host Chris Doelle welcomes back Libby Pacheco (THSCA  Education Foundation C.O.O), who leads a discussion with guests Scott Lehnhoff (SCUCISD) and Luis Solorio (Harlingen CISD.) The focus of the episode is on the hiring process for athletic staff, particularly […]

Ray Zepeda – UIL Athletic Director Season 4 Episode 11 This episode of The Coaches Call podcast features Chris Doelle, who introduces Joe Martin, the Executive Director of the Texas High School Coaches Association (THSCA), who then interviews Ray Zepeda, the Athletic Director at the University Interscholastic League (UIL). The discussion focuses on the UIL, […]

Dr. Jamey Harrison – UIL Deputy Executive Director In this episode of ‘The Coaches Call’ hosted by Chris Doelle, Joe Martin, executive director of the Texas High School Coaches Association (THSCA),  interviews guest Dr. Jamey Harrison, deputy executive director of the University Interscholastic League (UIL), provides an overview of UIL’s role in Texas high school […]

Leslie Slovak, Richardson ISD, Brian Gibson, Wink In this episode of ‘The Coaches Call’ hosted by Chris Doelle, Libby Pacheco interviews experienced coaches Brian Gibson and Leslie Slovak on effective strategies for acing coaching interviews. The discussion covers essential preparation techniques, maintaining professionalism, the importance of transparency and relationship-building, and how to set yourself apart […]

Greg Nelson, HUDL In this special replay from Season 3, Episode 7, Chris Doelle interviews Greg Nelson, Senior Vice President of HUDL, discussing the evolution and impact of HUDL’s suite of products on high schools. Greg shares insights about HUDL’s rise in the sports tech space, having expanded from 200 football teams to encompassing over […]

Eric Villasenor, Amanda Wolf-Schramm – Creating a coaching philosophy In this episode of The Coach’s Call, Chris Doelle introduces moderator, Randy Bermea of Rockwall. He interviews Coach Eric Villasenor of Eagle Pass and Coach Amanda Wolf-Schramm of Smithson Valley to discuss the importance of developing a coaching philosophy and understanding ‘your why’. The coaches shared […]

Russell Lucas, Heather Sanders – Exit Interviews In this episode of The Coach’s Call, Chris Doelle introduces moderator, Coach John Snelson. He and coaches Heather Sanders and Russell Lucas discuss their approaches to conducting end-of-year evaluations and exit interviews with student-athletes. They emphasize the importance of honest feedback from athletes, practical tips for facilitating productive […]

Stephen Mackey – The Texas Way Description: Host Kendall Miller, head football coach and athletic coordinator at Frisco Emerson High School, interviews Stephen Mackey of 2Words Character Development about an exciting new program being launched at the THSCA’s Coaching School called “The Texas Way.” This initiative aims to elevate sportsmanship at UIL athletic events. Coach […]

Jason Richards, Muleshoe, Colby Davis, Lewisville ISD, Greg Voyles Wink Coach In this episode, Brian Gibson, Athletic Director at Wink High School interviews Jason Richards of Muleshoe, Colby Davis of Lewisville ISD, and Greg Voyles of Wink. Briefing Doc: End-of-Season Evaluation for Coaches Source: Texas High School Coaches Association (THSCA) Coaches Call Podcast Participants: Brian […]

Stephanie Dillard, Matt Nally In this episode, Jamie Boswell, Athletic Director at Andrews High School interviews Stephanie Dillard and Matt Nally The Coaches Call Podcast: Navigating the Modern Parent Landscape Source: The Coaches Call podcast – a coaches’ roundtable podcast featuring Jamie Boswell, Athletic Director at Andrews High School, Stephanie Dillard, Head Volleyball Coach at Palestine […]

Alicia Russo-Murrell & C J Villegas In this episode, Terrenee Knight, Asst. Athletic Coordinator/Head Boys & Girls Cross Country & Track Coach  at Walnut Grove HS  interviews Alicia Russo-Murrell and C J Villegas The Coaches Call Podcast: Navigating Coaching and Parenthood I. Introductions (0:00-3:20) Podcast host Chris Doelle welcomes listeners back to the coaches call […]

Kelli Campbell & Shannon Rideout In this episode, Shannon Rideout, Assistant Athletic Director Ft. Bend ISD interviews Kelli Campbell, Program Director of The Future Coaches of Texas Association (FCTA). The Coaches Call Podcast: Cultivating the Future of Coaching I. Introduction and THSCA Initiatives This section introduces the hosts and the theme of Season 4, focusing on the […]

Tim Prokup & Joe Martin In this episode, Joe Martin, Executive Director of the Texas High School Coaches Association (THSCA) interviews Tim Prokup, Co-Founder and CCO of Eccker Sports, about NIL and recruiting. Some of the things covered: History of the NIL Recruiting tips for athletes Involvement of high school coaches in recruiting The dark […]

Tai Dillard & Carlesa Dixon In this episode, Carlese Dixon, Assistant Athletic Director at Humble ISD and former Girls Basketball Coach at Summer Creek High School interviews Tai Dillard, Associate Head Coach for the University of Houston Women’s Basketball, about basketball recruiting. Some of the things covered: Qualities coaches look for in recruits Observing players […]

Jacob Thompson & John Carter In this episode, Jacob Thompson, Head Volleyball Coach at Rouse High School and Recruiting Coordinator for Austin Performance Volleyball Club, joins John Carter, Head Baseball Coach at Round Rock High School, to discuss the unique challenges and opportunities facing high school athletes in sports with a strong club or select […]

Joey McGuire, Texas Tech Head Football Coach In this episode, Kendall Miller, Head Football Coach at Frisco Emerson High School and Past President of the Texas High School Coaches Association (THSCA), sits down with Joey McGuire, Texas Tech Head Football Coach and former high school head coach, to explore the evolving landscape of college football […]

Kyle Craighead, Ecsell Sports Join host Stephen Mackey in this week’s episode as he delves into the benefits of education-based athletic programs with guest Kyle Craighead. Kyle shares insights from Ecsell Sports’ research, highlighting the connection between effective coaching and the positive impact on student-athletes. The discussion covers compelling data showing how participation in athletics […]

Greg Nelson, HUDL In this episode, Greg Nelson, Senior Vice President at HUDL, joins us to explore the full potential of your HUDL account. Greg shares expert insights into the wide array of tools and features that HUDL offers, highlighting the often underutilized capabilities that can make a significant difference for coaches. This episode is […]

Bryan and Brandy Wood Bryan Wood is the Wayland Baptist University Offensive Coordinator/Quarterback Coach,  THSCA R.O.C.K. Co-Captain, and past Board of Director member for THSCA. He and his wife Brandy have been married for 33 years and share their experience and lessons learned when it comes to keeping a marriage intact with the demands of […]

Tiger Hanner Tiger Hanner is the THSCA liability lawyer and represents coaches. He discusses some of the major pitfalls associated with coaching and ways coaches can protect themselves. This ranges from paying attention to behavior that in the past was acceptable to the need for liability insurance. He also gives some information about health related […]

Jennifer Frazier and Seth Stinton Notes: Join Jennifer Frazier, Director of Athletics for McKinney ISD, and Seth Stinton, Director of Athletics for Melissa ISD, as they talk to host Chris Doelle about how coaches should prepare for the upcoming school year. They dive into not only the challenges of preparing for the athletic school year […]

Stephen Mackey – The Texas Way Description: Host Kendall Miller, head football coach and athletic coordinator at Frisco Emerson High School, interviews Stephen Mackey of 2Words Character Development about an exciting new program being launched at the THSCA’s Coaching School called “The Texas Way.” This initiative aims to elevate sportsmanship at UIL athletic events. Coach […]

Brian Polk – COO of THSCA Description: Join host Chris Doelle as he discusses the upcoming 92nd Annual Coaching School and Convention with Brian Polk, COO of the Texas High School Coaches Association. Coach Polk highlights everything offered at the event, which is scheduled for July 21-23, 2024, in San Antonio, TX. Offerings include high […]

Aaron Hart – SURGE Program A new resource for coaches of girls’ sports: hear about BSN’s new SURGE program THSCA’s Libby Pacheco discusses the new format of The Coaches Call podcast with Chris Doelle. Then she discusses the new SURGE program that is being offered as a free resource for coaches and athletic directors to […]

Stephen Mackey – Keynote Speaker, Character Skills Coach Chris Doelle brings you a different coach each episode along with content directly from the Texas High School Coaches Association to help promote the great work done by our great coaches! Season 2 Episode 12 Texas High School Coaches Association Twitter: @THSCAcoaches @ChrisDoelle Limited sponsorship opportunities are […]

Dr Curtis Cullwell – THSCA Legislative Consultant Chris Doelle brings you a different coach each episode along with content directly from the Texas High School Coaches Association to help promote the great work done by our great coaches! Season 2 Episode 11 Texas High School Coaches Association Twitter: @THSCAcoaches @ChrisDoelle Limited sponsorship opportunities are available […]

Rusty Dowling – THSADA Executive Director Chris Doelle brings you a different coach each episode along with content directly from the Texas High School Coaches Association to help promote the great work done by our great coaches! Season 2 Episode 10 Texas High School Coaches Association Twitter: @THSCAcoaches @ChrisDoelle Limited sponsorship opportunities are available on […]

Karmen Sanders – Taylor HS Chris Doelle brings you a different coach each episode along with content directly from the Texas High School Coaches Association to help promote the great work done by our great coaches! Season 2 Episode 9 Texas High School Coaches Association Twitter: @THSCAcoaches @ChrisDoelle Limited sponsorship opportunities are available on the […]

Lee Wiginton – Allen Football Chris Doelle brings you a different coach each episode along with content directly from the Texas High School Coaches Association to help promote the great work done by our great coaches! Season 2 Episode 8 Texas High School Coaches Association Twitter: @THSCAcoaches @ChrisDoelle Limited sponsorship opportunities are available on the […]