#txhsfbchat Archive

A chat for high school football coaches. Topics discussed: coaching methods, program development, and impacting our athletes.

Wednesday January 10, 2018
9:00 PM EST

  • txhsfbchat - Moderator Jan 10 @ 9:00 PM EST
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  • txhsfbchat - Moderator Jan 10 @ 9:01 PM EST
    This chat is for Football Coaches interested in Continuous Learning and Networking #TXHSFBCHAT
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  • txhsfbchat - Moderator Jan 10 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Tonight we are honored to have @coach_harvey18 lead us in a chat on coaching and some ball talk. Check out his tweets on #LiveGritty and he does a great job @Football_Steele #TXHSFBCHAT
  • txhsfbchat - Moderator Jan 10 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Let's welcome @coach_harvey18 and check in for a great night of #TXHSFBCHAT
  • CoachTyMaxwell Jan 10 @ 9:03 PM EST
  • coachfisher_rp - Moderator Jan 10 @ 9:04 PM EST
    I am Chris Fisher, OL at Ridge Point HS and I am the Director of Coach Relations and everything else here at #TXHSFBCHAT
  • txhsfbchat - Moderator Jan 10 @ 9:04 PM EST
    I am Chris Fisher, OL at Ridge Point HS and I am the Director of Coach Relations and everything else here at #TXHSFBCHAT
  • CoachKizer Jan 10 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Chris Kizer. DC/DL. Arkadelphia, AR #TXHSFBCHAT
  • Skillutt28 Jan 10 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Jeff Lutt DC & GBLB Coach Great Bend HS, KS #specialteamschat #TXHSFBCHAT
  • CraigHarrison22 Jan 10 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Craig Harrison Central Montcalm HS, STC/OLB/WR #TXHSFBCHAT
  • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Adam Harvey DBs/ST Cibolo Steele HS. Honored to be hosting tonight. #TXHSFBCHAT
  • txhsfbchat - Moderator Jan 10 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Thank you @coach_harvey18 for leading us tonight! Take it away! #TXHSFBCHAT
  • CoachRmcD60 Jan 10 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Ryan McDonald Free Agent Indiana #txhsfbchat
  • JWilley3 Jan 10 @ 9:05 PM EST
    John Willey, WRs and Special Teams Bishop Blanchet HS, Seattle WA #txhsfbchat
  • FootballXandOs Jan 10 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Dan Paplaczyk "Free Agent" South Elgin, IL #txhsfbchat
  • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Being called COACH is more than a name. It’s a privilege! It’s an honor! I have learned it’s something we should never take lightly. As we learn how to better ourselves day in and day out, let us all remember; learn, lead, and love...everyday! #TXHSFBCHAT
  • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Excited about this opportunity! Thanks for being here. Bring your thoughts and don’t be shy. #TXHSFBCHAT
  • CoachSimard Jan 10 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Bob-O Simard OLine Coach - Tech Dude Sutter HS, CA #txhsfbchat
  • thexton32 Jan 10 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Larry Thexton HC @POPCSFootball in Carrollton, TX. “Fear. The. Veer.” #txhsfbchat
  • coachking85 Jan 10 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Cody King DBs corsicana, tx #TXHSFBCHAT
  • Mr_Stadem Jan 10 @ 9:07 PM EST
    HC SF Washington #TXHSFBCHAT #AirRaidChat
  • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:07 PM EST
    This will be a little different approach. Some fill in the blank, some downright questions! All things we need to ponder as coaches. Use Q1...A1 format when responding. #TXHSFBCHAT
  • CoachWilliams02 Jan 10 @ 9:08 PM EST
    Grant Williams LB, WR, and TE Silverdale Baptist Academy Chattanooga, TN #txhsfbchat
  • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:08 PM EST
    Q1: (Fill in the blank) To me: The game of football is _________! #TXHSFBCHAT
  • FootballXandOs Jan 10 @ 9:08 PM EST
    You win GIF of the chat! #txhsfbchat
    In reply to @thexton32, @POPCSFootball
  • thexton32 Jan 10 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1. .....a tool to share the Gospel with young men. #txhsfbchat
  • CraigHarrison22 Jan 10 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1- an opportunity for young people to grow beyond what they think their limits are. #TXHSFBCHAT
  • Coach_Timmerman Jan 10 @ 9:10 PM EST
    Jake Timmerman OL coach @ Northside in GA #txhsfbchat
  • CoachJ_Derisma Jan 10 @ 9:10 PM EST
    Joe Derisma OC/QB/DB Coach @ Denmark-Olar HS. South Carolina. #TXHSFBCHAT
  • CoachKerryBryan Jan 10 @ 9:10 PM EST
    Kerry Bryan- OL/DL Valley Mills, TX #TXHSFBCHAT
  • FootballXandOs Jan 10 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1) ...the ultimate tool in teaching young men life lessons. #txhsfbchat
  • CoachRmcD60 Jan 10 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1 football to me is family #txhsfbchat
  • vandyfan13 Jan 10 @ 9:11 PM EST
    Seth Bass, North Shelby HS, Shelbyville, MO #txhsfbchat #8Man
  • CoachKizer Jan 10 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1: A way to develop kids on and off the field. What they learn from us can carry them a long way in life. #TXHSFBCHAT
  • Tpeck2 Jan 10 @ 9:11 PM EST
    Tom Peck WR/TE/ DB/STC Free Agent, Indiana #TXHSFBCHAT
  • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1: To me, the game of football is a way to reach kids that normally wouldn’t be reached. It is a way to change the path of a life and instill serious characteristics that will benefit young people in more ways we can imagine! #TXHSFBCHAT
  • CoachKerryBryan Jan 10 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1 A tool that teaches life lessons! #TXHSFBCHAT
  • JWilley3 Jan 10 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1: To me Football is a tool to change the lives of young people. Seems like the last thing in life that hasn’t been made easy, which makes it so valuable for developing men and leaders #txhsfbchat
  • weekschad Jan 10 @ 9:12 PM EST
    Chad Weeks, OC/QB, Mosley HS, Panama City, FL #TXHSFBCHAT
  • CoachJ_Derisma Jan 10 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1... A great way to inspire and help build character. #TXHSFBCHAT
  • CoachAdams9 Jan 10 @ 9:12 PM EST
    Tony Adams Portland high school DC/safety/wr coach Portland Tennessee #txhsfbchat
  • Tpeck2 Jan 10 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1) Football is a chance at growth, leading to success and status. #TXHSFBCHAT
  • txhsfbchat - Moderator Jan 10 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A1: Football is my avenue to connect with kids and present them the tools to use as they go through life #TXHSFBCHAT
  • vandyfan13 Jan 10 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A1: A constant fulfillment of a dream and an avenue to make an impact in the lives of others. #txhsfbchat
  • Coach_Timmerman Jan 10 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A1) All about building relationships! #txhsfbchat
  • coachrosa58 Jan 10 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A1: The game of football is...an opportunity to learn and grow through the life lessons the sport teaches. #txhsfbchat
  • txhsfbchat - Moderator Jan 10 @ 9:13 PM EST
    Simple and to the point! #TXHSFBCHAT
  • TheCoachCam Jan 10 @ 9:14 PM EST
    Cam Bolton OC, Currituck County High #txhsfbchat
  • LVCoachCamJones Jan 10 @ 9:14 PM EST
    A1: (Fill in the blank) To me: The game of football is *life changing* ! In many, MANY ways! #TXHSFBCHAT
    In reply to @coach_harvey18
  • CoachAdams9 Jan 10 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A1 learning about life and how to handle obstacles that only the strong can work through. #txhsfbchat
  • Mr_Stadem Jan 10 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A1 - Fun, and an opportunity to teach that the game is a game. Be that figure to help athletes to become better citizens and fathers. #TXHSFBCHAT
  • TheCoachCam Jan 10 @ 9:16 PM EST
    A1: the opportunity to teach young our athletes how to become men. #BAM #txhsfbchat
  • CoachWilliams02 Jan 10 @ 9:16 PM EST
    A1: A way to touch so many lives in ways you may never realize. It's a way to teach so many life lessons and to help bring up good godly young men #txhsfbchat
  • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:16 PM EST
    Q2: What is the most valuable off the field thing you’ve learned as a coach? If your lesson is from someone on Twitter, tag them and give them props while introducing/acknowledging them to or on #TXHSFBCHAT.
  • CoachCamGreene Jan 10 @ 9:17 PM EST
    Cam Greene Defensive line- Palacios HS, Palacios, Tx #txhsfbchat
  • coachking85 Jan 10 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A1: To me it’s a mission here on earth, to build these young men for life! #TXHSFBCHAT
  • kdawgswift Jan 10 @ 9:17 PM EST
    #TXHSFBCHAT it’s killing me to NOT be involved tonight! Great guest host great network & I as AD am supervising a JV 2 Home Basketball game then a School Board Meeting YUCK 🤢
  • txhsfbchat - Moderator Jan 10 @ 9:17 PM EST
    Q2 right here! #TXHSFBCHAT
    • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:16 PM EST
      Q2: What is the most valuable off the field thing you’ve learned as a coach? If your lesson is from someone on Twitter, tag them and give them props while introducing/acknowledging them to or on #TXHSFBCHAT.
  • TheCoachCam Jan 10 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A1: an opportunity to teach our young athletes how to be men #BAM #txhsfbchat
  • CoachRmcD60 Jan 10 @ 9:18 PM EST
    A2 be apart of our players lives off field check on them during school be there when they need you #TXHSFBCHAT
  • CoachCamGreene Jan 10 @ 9:18 PM EST
    A1: Football to me is bringing kids to where they thought they could never go, weather mentally or physically. #txhsfbchat
  • LVCoachCamJones Jan 10 @ 9:19 PM EST
    Cam Jones Head Football Coach | AD Lakeside High School | Atlanta, GA “You have to get out of the boat to walk on water” - John Ortberg #TXHSFBCHAT
  • Todd_McGhghy Jan 10 @ 9:19 PM EST
    Teamless in Iowa. Sorry I’m late. #TXHSFBCHAT
  • JWilley3 Jan 10 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A2: most valuable thing I’ve learned is how powerful love can be in the lives of our players, all started with InsideOut Coaching by @JoeEhrmann76 #txhsfbchat
  • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2: It’s already been said tonight, but relationships! @CoachDougWarren and his bride, @mwarren44, were two that influenced me simply with the way they cared. It was genuine and lasted with me. Thank you, guys! #TXHSFBCHAT
    • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:16 PM EST
      Q2: What is the most valuable off the field thing you’ve learned as a coach? If your lesson is from someone on Twitter, tag them and give them props while introducing/acknowledging them to or on #TXHSFBCHAT.
  • vandyfan13 Jan 10 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2: Great game, bad business from @coachmartyc and don't work somewhere you don't trust everyone from personal experience. #txhsfbchat
    • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:16 PM EST
      Q2: What is the most valuable off the field thing you’ve learned as a coach? If your lesson is from someone on Twitter, tag them and give them props while introducing/acknowledging them to or on #TXHSFBCHAT.
  • txhsfbchat - Moderator Jan 10 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2: The most valuable thing I’ve learned is how passionate coaches are about kids and this sport. I’ve learned this from every coach in this network and I don’t have enough characters left to tag all of you. Thank you for teaching me every week! #TXHSFBCHAT
  • CraigHarrison22 Jan 10 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2-Kids need to know we love them. That because we correct mistakes or do not tolerate less than their best effort, that does not change. To many kids have little or no positive influence other than what we give them.#TXHSFBCHAT
  • SVGuybrarian Jan 10 @ 9:20 PM EST
    Dan Hughes, Head Coach, Sioux Valley HS, SD #TXHSFBCHAT
  • CoachShiffman Jan 10 @ 9:20 PM EST
    Frick! I’m always late. Tony Shiffman. HFC Fort Madison HS, Fort Madison, IA. Just dropping in to say hi. About to do a podcast so I’ll catch you all real soon! Oh and @coachfisher_rp is the...🐐#TXHSFBCHAT
  • Mr_Stadem Jan 10 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2 - How to treat people with respect. "Never give up on a kid." From my HS FB coach which was my Father. #TXHSFBCHAT #sdfbca
  • Tsuff65 Jan 10 @ 9:20 PM EST
    Trevor Suffal OC Adamson High School Dallas, Tx #TXHSFBCHAT
  • Coach_Timmerman Jan 10 @ 9:21 PM EST
    A2) Make sure your players see you some time other than weights in the off season. Go to basketball games, coach a 2nd sport, have them over for dinner. Whatever you can think of to stay involved in their lives & let them know you care about them beyond the field! #txhsfbchat
  • CoachCamGreene Jan 10 @ 9:21 PM EST
    A2: The most valuable lesson I have learned off the field as a coach is always be genuine and honest with your players and other people you work with. #txhsfbchat
  • TheCoachCam Jan 10 @ 9:21 PM EST
    A2: Be there for the kids. Takes a village to raise them and make them successful. We play a big part in that. #txhsfbchat
  • thexton32 Jan 10 @ 9:21 PM EST
    A2. From an old friend/principal. RULES without RELATIONSHIPS = REBELLION. Need to do a better job of letting my players know they are loved unconditionally. Not just loved when they perform. #txhsfbchat
  • CoachKizer Jan 10 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A2: Give your best, be the best at all jobs assigned to you and always look to do things, don’t wait for it to be pointed out to do it, take initiative. #txhsfbchat
  • CoachAdams9 Jan 10 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A2 be intentional about what you do. Explain what you do, let people around you work. Finally, run what you know and believe. @ChrisSeabolt , #txhsfbchat
  • CoachJ_Derisma Jan 10 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A2 .. Most valuable off field thing I've learned is how much of an impact good coaches have on young men. I learned that both as a former played as a coach. To see a young man make life decisions based on the leadership they've received from a coach or role model. #TXHSFBCHAT
  • CoachKerryBryan Jan 10 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A2-students still look up to you. Even if you took a position at another school. #TXHSFBCHAT
  • Tsuff65 Jan 10 @ 9:22 PM EST
    Balance and involve your family in what you do #TXHSFBCHAT @CoachKelleyAHS
    In reply to @coach_harvey18, @CoachKelleyAHS
  • LVCoachCamJones Jan 10 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A2: What is the most valuable off the field thing you’ve learned as a coach? Culture > Scheme via @CoachJacksonTPW Culture has no off-season! #TXHSFBCHAT.
    In reply to @coach_harvey18, @CoachJacksonTPW
  • weekschad Jan 10 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A1: To me: The game of football is a beautifully violent, remarkably cerebral, and refreshingly politically incorrect platform for helping young men prepare mentally, emotionally, and physically for life as a productive member of society... #txhsfbchat
  • CoachWilliams02 Jan 10 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A2: You need to be approachable about non football things. Show that you really care and build relationships. What happens on the field is just a fraction of what the team program is all about #TXHSFBCHAT
    • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:16 PM EST
      Q2: What is the most valuable off the field thing you’ve learned as a coach? If your lesson is from someone on Twitter, tag them and give them props while introducing/acknowledging them to or on #TXHSFBCHAT.
  • CoachSimard Jan 10 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A1: The game of football is line no other! #txhsfbchat
  • CoachKizer Jan 10 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A2: Be caring. Coach them hard but hug them afterwards and always be sure to leave players on a positive when they head out #txhsfbchat
  • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:25 PM EST
    Q3: How vulnerable should we be with student athletes when speaking of mistakes we’ve made? Is it important to show that we make mistakes too? #TXHSFBCHAT
  • coachvint Jan 10 @ 9:25 PM EST
    This says it all about the role of a coach, and what I love about coaching. #txhsfbchat
  • CoachRmcD60 Jan 10 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A3 it is important to show them that we are human as well but have to maintain that level of professionalism as we are still the adults #TXHSFBCHAT
  • txhsfbchat - Moderator Jan 10 @ 9:26 PM EST
    Time for Q3! #TXHSFBCHAT
    • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:25 PM EST
      Q3: How vulnerable should we be with student athletes when speaking of mistakes we’ve made? Is it important to show that we make mistakes too? #TXHSFBCHAT
  • ChrisBillings54 Jan 10 @ 9:27 PM EST
    A2: most valuable thing I’ve learned: kids don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care. All about the relationships #txhsfbchat
  • MackeySpeaks Jan 10 @ 9:27 PM EST
    💯 When coaches own their mistakes they teach athletes how to take responsibility, learn and grow from mistakes. If we outsource responsibility for our mistakes, why would our kids do different? #TXHSFBCHAT
    • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:25 PM EST
      Q3: How vulnerable should we be with student athletes when speaking of mistakes we’ve made? Is it important to show that we make mistakes too? #TXHSFBCHAT
  • CoachKelleyAHS Jan 10 @ 9:28 PM EST
    Zach Kelley. DC at Dallas Adamson in Texas! #txhsfbchat
  • LVCoachCamJones Jan 10 @ 9:28 PM EST
    A2 (Part II) : What is the most valuable off the field thing you’ve learned as a coach? Importance of Faimly & Health via @CoachThadWells This video will really make you think: https://t.co/vsH4XPQrUE #TXHSFBCHAT
    In reply to @coach_harvey18, @CoachThadWells
  • CraigHarrison22 Jan 10 @ 9:28 PM EST
    A2 continues- if you ever think you have done enough to build good relationships with kids, you are wrong. I struggle to remember this and it is a goal to be better. We never want to look back having lost a kid and wonder about what could have been different. #TXHSFBCHAT
  • FootballXandOs Jan 10 @ 9:28 PM EST
    A3) I am always the first to admit mistakes in front of the team. I expect them to accomplish great things and I hold them to a high standard. If I do not admit mistakes I make, I am a hypocrite. #TXHSFBCHAT
    In reply to @txhsfbchat
  • CoachSimard Jan 10 @ 9:28 PM EST
    A2: ... That HS Student Athletes are people - rapidly approaching adulthood. they have bad days, and sometimes adult-type problems. Football can be a safe place for them to get away from these. A coach can also be a mentor - provide guidance,love. #txhsfbchat
  • coachrosa58 Jan 10 @ 9:28 PM EST
    A2: @jjoyce09 That conflict is normal and often needed in a family setting. Even if it makes for an interesting MFCA Clinic. #trust #honesty #txhsfbchat https://t.co/9SkL8f3UQg
    • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:16 PM EST
      Q2: What is the most valuable off the field thing you’ve learned as a coach? If your lesson is from someone on Twitter, tag them and give them props while introducing/acknowledging them to or on #TXHSFBCHAT.
  • JWilley3 Jan 10 @ 9:28 PM EST
    A3 tough one!! I think we have to strike a balance between vulnerability and professionalism. Without vulnerability, I don’t think there can ever be trust, so when appropriate, sharing mistakes are important #txhsfbchat
  • Todd_McGhghy Jan 10 @ 9:28 PM EST
    A2 Not so much something learned but something I regret. Not showing an interest in players other or passions outside of football. Easy to forget just because they don’t eat and sleep it like us, they are stil valued. #TXHSFBCHAT
  • thexton32 Jan 10 @ 9:29 PM EST
    A3. They don’t need another buddy or friend. They need a coach. We need to correct them and be their biggest fan at the same time. It’s tough but so very worth it. #txhsfbchat
  • TheCoachCam Jan 10 @ 9:29 PM EST
    A3: we can't teach athletes how to stand on their own two feet and take responsibility for their actions if we don't do the same. Lead by example. #TXHSFBCHAT
  • CoachWilliams02 Jan 10 @ 9:29 PM EST
    A3: Nothing wrong with making mistakes and owning up to them after all we are all human. I think it is important though to stay professional and to also follow up with how we bounced back from a mistake or lessons learned #txhsfbchat
    • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:25 PM EST
      Q3: How vulnerable should we be with student athletes when speaking of mistakes we’ve made? Is it important to show that we make mistakes too? #TXHSFBCHAT
  • CoachAdams9 Jan 10 @ 9:29 PM EST
    A3 My belief is you have to be transparent about your mistakes. On top of that you have to admit to it, show you have learned from it and try your best not to repeat it. It’s part of the life lesson we are to show. #txhsfbchat
  • txhsfbchat - Moderator Jan 10 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A3: I think it is. I believe if we’re going to build relationships with our kids we have to be open and honest with them, and that includes using the lessons we learned from as an opportunity to help them learn as well #TXHSFBCHAT
  • vandyfan13 Jan 10 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A3: Absolutely. Have to be seen as human before being seen as a coach. Doesn't mean you always have to wear your mistakes on your sleeve, but constantly trying to appear invulnerable to me means appearing insincere. #txhsfbchat
    • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:25 PM EST
      Q3: How vulnerable should we be with student athletes when speaking of mistakes we’ve made? Is it important to show that we make mistakes too? #TXHSFBCHAT
  • CraigHarrison22 Jan 10 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A3- We can be open without all the gory details. If the kid is ready and receptive to a different path it is a great way to connect. Being willing to admit our faults makes us stronger because we recognize them and try to fix them. #TXHSFBCHAT
  • CoachCamGreene Jan 10 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A2: It is very important that our athletes see mistakes we may make, but it is more important how we react and respond to them. Be honest with your players. #txhsfbchat
  • Dsell75 Jan 10 @ 9:30 PM EST
    David Sell Asst. Head Coach/Co-DC @PaloDuroDonsFB Amarillo,Tx. Coming in late to the party tonight. Had to pick up my daughter from church. #txhsfbchat
  • Todd_McGhghy Jan 10 @ 9:31 PM EST
    A3 Not all of em Lol.... #TXHSFBCHAT
  • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:32 PM EST
    A3: Without a doubt! Vulnerability will lead our players to believe that we are in it for them. If we come across that we are never wrong, we are cheating them! That goes for on and off the field mistakes! Not always easy to be real, but extremely necessary. #TXHSFBCHAT
  • MackeySpeaks Jan 10 @ 9:32 PM EST
    “Vulnerability sounds like truth and feels like courage. Truth and courage aren't always comfortable, but they're never weakness.” @BreneBrown #TXHSFBCHAT
    • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:25 PM EST
      Q3: How vulnerable should we be with student athletes when speaking of mistakes we’ve made? Is it important to show that we make mistakes too? #TXHSFBCHAT
  • txhsfbchat - Moderator Jan 10 @ 9:32 PM EST
    Thanks for being here! Picking up your daughter from church is definitely more important than #TXHSFBCHAT
    In reply to @Dsell75, @PaloDuroDonsFB
  • weekschad Jan 10 @ 9:32 PM EST
    A2: The most important thing I’ve learned in the last couple years is that working longer and harder does not always net the greatest results. Or as I often find myself telling players all the time “Time is Money” #TXHSFBCHAT
  • CoachSimard Jan 10 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A3: Proving oneself perfect to his/her players is a lost cause. No one is and players aren't stupid. Make a mistake, own it, move on. You can't teach that and not do it yourself. #txhsfbchat
  • LVCoachCamJones Jan 10 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A3: How vulnerable should we be with student athletes when speaking of mistakes we’ve made? Is it important to show that we make mistakes too? Kids know fake.... “What to do with a mistake: recognize it, admit it, learn from it, forget it.” – Dean Smith #TXHSFBCHAT
    In reply to @coach_harvey18
  • Tpeck2 Jan 10 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A2) Build relationships with my athletes that extend beyond the gridiron and in to a mentorship #TXHSFBCHAT
  • CoachJ_Derisma Jan 10 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A3. I agree you want to show honesty and vulnerability, you want them to know they can trust you. At the same time it's a fine like because you don't want to cross the line. #TXHSFBCHAT
  • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:34 PM EST
    Great answers fellas! This is networking. Now to X’s and O’s. I will ask questions pertaining to all three phases. #TXHSFBCHAT
  • CoachKerryBryan Jan 10 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A3 I think that being open and vulnerable with our kids is great but there needs to be a line. Were still professionals. I admit mistakes to my kids if I’m wrong and even tell about mistakes from my past without all the details though. #TXHSFBCHAT
  • Dsell75 Jan 10 @ 9:35 PM EST
    As coaches trying to develop young men I think it’s very important to own the mistakes we make. I tell my guys that if I screw up I’ll be the first to admit it and apologize. That’s what being great husbands,fathers, employees, etc.. do. #txhsfbchat
    • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:25 PM EST
      Q3: How vulnerable should we be with student athletes when speaking of mistakes we’ve made? Is it important to show that we make mistakes too? #TXHSFBCHAT
  • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:35 PM EST
    Q4: Special Teams: Do you find it more beneficial to remain in the same formations on punt, KR, KO or mix it up and keep the opposition guessing? #TXHSFBCHAT @txhsfbchat
  • CraigHarrison22 Jan 10 @ 9:36 PM EST
    I agree. It can be an easy line to step on or over. Takes experience and feel to be successful. #TXHSFBCHAT
    • CoachJ_Derisma Jan 10 @ 9:34 PM EST
      A3. I agree you want to show honesty and vulnerability, you want them to know they can trust you. At the same time it's a fine like because you don't want to cross the line. #TXHSFBCHAT
  • Tpeck2 Jan 10 @ 9:36 PM EST
    A3) I try to teach that failure should never be feared. Many amazing inventions are only due to not actually getting the result intended. I am as open as a professional can be about my mistakes. #txhsfbchat
  • GSC_Hear2Win Jan 10 @ 9:36 PM EST
    Q1: To us: The game of football is everything! #TXHSFBCHAT
  • weekschad Jan 10 @ 9:36 PM EST
    A3: Kids these days are smart. They see straight through insincere b.s quickly and they know when you are hiding things or skating around the subject. Teach them to be men and deal with the hard to talk about subjects. Be real with them. Someone has to... #TXHSFBCHAT
  • JWilley3 Jan 10 @ 9:37 PM EST
    A4: we make small alignment adjustments on ST, especially punt block, but we try to stay the same with everything, execution beats scheme everytime!! #CTG #6Strong #txhsfbchat
  • CoachKizer Jan 10 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A4: We have our base alignments out of all special teams phases but will game plan different things if we see something we can get or do to our opponent. #txhsfbchat
  • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:39 PM EST
    I believe if you spend enough time on it and formation it a few different ways, it causes the opponent to prepare and take time with it. I kinda like the idea of showing multiple things but haven’t seen many do it. #TXHSFBCHAT
    • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:35 PM EST
      Q4: Special Teams: Do you find it more beneficial to remain in the same formations on punt, KR, KO or mix it up and keep the opposition guessing? #TXHSFBCHAT @txhsfbchat
  • CraigHarrison22 Jan 10 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A4- I like being able to put window dressing up and make it look fancy but for my guys it is simple. KO is a directional scheme, we may line up 4x6 in a traditional line or we may create stacks or pods. Same jobs. Different alignment #TXHSFBCHAT
  • GTCoachFlores Jan 10 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A4: easier to tweak KO and KOR scheme without having to do too much. Minimal change for our kids but causes confusion for the opponent #TXHSFBCHAT
  • CoachSimard Jan 10 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A3: cont. I coach OLine and we run several O schemes. Occasionally I'll mix assignments up, coach up the wrong thing. My guys know to call me on it right away. I'd much rather have that than have them roll their eyes at the back of my head. #txhsfbchat
  • Dsell75 Jan 10 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A2: for me it’s the relationships that I have built with the kids. Having them call me back to see you is really special. You may be the only positive in a kids life so make it count. #txhsfbchat
    • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:16 PM EST
      Q2: What is the most valuable off the field thing you’ve learned as a coach? If your lesson is from someone on Twitter, tag them and give them props while introducing/acknowledging them to or on #TXHSFBCHAT.
  • thexton32 Jan 10 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A4. We are a triple option team. If we spend a little time with different looks on ST, our hope is it forces the other team to spend less time repping Option assignments. #txhsfbchat
    • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:35 PM EST
      Q4: Special Teams: Do you find it more beneficial to remain in the same formations on punt, KR, KO or mix it up and keep the opposition guessing? #TXHSFBCHAT @txhsfbchat
  • CoachJ_Derisma Jan 10 @ 9:40 PM EST
    A4. I think it depends on situation and opponent. Some game you want to just keep it simple. But it is always good to have options. Never know when they might come in handy and keeps opponents thinking. #TXHSFBCHAT
  • Tsuff65 Jan 10 @ 9:40 PM EST
    We mixed it up on on punt towards end of year and had more success. I want to be more diverse next year because preparing for multiple looks always caused us to be very basic #TXHSFBCHAT
    In reply to @coach_harvey18, @txhsfbchat
  • vandyfan13 Jan 10 @ 9:40 PM EST
    A4: I've done it both ways for KO & KOR, but usually like to change up both at times. I keep punt the same for consistency on protection though #txhsfbchat
    • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:35 PM EST
      Q4: Special Teams: Do you find it more beneficial to remain in the same formations on punt, KR, KO or mix it up and keep the opposition guessing? #TXHSFBCHAT @txhsfbchat
  • CraigHarrison22 Jan 10 @ 9:40 PM EST
    A4- KOR we have a PS group and a BS group. 2 formations, 3 returns. Trying to get kids to play fast with limited time #TXHSFBCHAT
  • CoachPMA Jan 10 @ 9:40 PM EST
    Phil Archuleta the Puma checking in! Special teams/O-Line/OLB’s Saint Pius the X High School Albuquerque, New Mexico #TXHSFBCHAT
  • coachking85 Jan 10 @ 9:40 PM EST
    A3: If it is really about building relationships the yes, it’s important that kids see you open up about your mistakes. I don’t want a kid make the same mistake I made when I was younger! #TXHSFBCHAT
  • Coach__Tarp Jan 10 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A4) Interested to hear what others have to say on this topic. We do not change much on a weekly basis except for KOR to counter how the other team handles KO. #txhsfbchat
    • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:35 PM EST
      Q4: Special Teams: Do you find it more beneficial to remain in the same formations on punt, KR, KO or mix it up and keep the opposition guessing? #TXHSFBCHAT @txhsfbchat
  • CoachCamGreene Jan 10 @ 9:42 PM EST
    A4: I find it beneficial if what you are doing is working, no need to over complicate it. If something needs to be tweaked or completely changed then proceed to that change. #txhsfbchat
  • GTCoachFlores Jan 10 @ 9:42 PM EST
    Jarrell Flores, Georgetown HS, TX #TXHSFBCHAT
  • LVCoachCamJones Jan 10 @ 9:42 PM EST
    A4: Special Teams: Do you find it more beneficial to remain in the same formations on punt, KR, KO or mix it up and keep the opposition guessing? Be different or be better! @CoachKelley1 #TXHSFBCHAT | @TXHSFBCHAT
    In reply to @coach_harvey18, @txhsfbchat, @coachkelley1, @txhsfbchat
  • CoachWilliams02 Jan 10 @ 9:43 PM EST
    A4: I prefer to stay the same and focus on execution. We will change alignments on KR and PR based on film and opponent formation. We tried changing punt some early in the season and it backfired big time with guys confused about their assignments #txhsfbchat
    • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:35 PM EST
      Q4: Special Teams: Do you find it more beneficial to remain in the same formations on punt, KR, KO or mix it up and keep the opposition guessing? #TXHSFBCHAT @txhsfbchat
  • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:43 PM EST
    Q5 on deck. Keep the ideas coming!! #txhsfbchat
    In reply to @Coach__Tarp
  • CraigHarrison22 Jan 10 @ 9:43 PM EST
    A4- Same formation, same motion but our run fakes are base offensive runs, passing options, and a rugby style punt. Getting back to having the kids be able to audible to the best look based on D/D and game situation. #TXHSFBCHAT
  • TheCoachCam Jan 10 @ 9:43 PM EST
    A4: We may mix up our punt formation a little. Try to catch guys off guard every now and again. Put in the Lonesome Polecat once for our pre xp shift look. Had fun with that. #TXHSFBCHAT
  • CoachRmcD60 Jan 10 @ 9:44 PM EST
    A4 I would say the same with some tweaks and wrinkles to keep people guessing #txhsfbchat
  • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:44 PM EST
    Q5: Offense: What is your biggest offensive tendency and why? Do you find yourself having to mix in your favorite play to keep your “stamp”? #TXHSFBCHAT
  • Coach_KBruno Jan 10 @ 9:44 PM EST
    Multiplicity by simplicity. But other factors like practice time, game planning opportunity and personnel have changed what we done. As long as you have a fundamental system in place, your options are endless! #TXHSFBCHAT
    In reply to @coach_harvey18, @txhsfbchat
  • Tpeck2 Jan 10 @ 9:44 PM EST
    A4) I may change small things, but overall I will change assignments within the formation to mess with the opponent #txhsfbchat
  • txhsfbchat - Moderator Jan 10 @ 9:45 PM EST
    Q5 ready to roll! #TXHSFBCHAT
    • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:44 PM EST
      Q5: Offense: What is your biggest offensive tendency and why? Do you find yourself having to mix in your favorite play to keep your “stamp”? #TXHSFBCHAT
  • CoachRmcD60 Jan 10 @ 9:46 PM EST
    A5 finding that rhythm play makes it hard to get away from it. Have to be multiple but also simple #txhsfbchat
  • Tpeck2 Jan 10 @ 9:46 PM EST
    A5) Biggest offensive tendency is scoring TDs I dont care how we do it. Through land, D and air... I want it all. I do not adhere to one scheme or another, so I havent really had much of a chance to grow a tendency #txhsfbchat
  • JWilley3 Jan 10 @ 9:47 PM EST
    Q5: we are big strong side run team, almost to a fault. Helps that we have 2 tackles on each side over 6’5 and a 6’3 TE...size always helps doesn’t it? #txhsfbchat
  • ChrisBillings54 Jan 10 @ 9:47 PM EST
    Q4: Really believe KO should stay consistent through the year b/c such big plays can happen. KRs are great chances to adjust weekly to mix things up on opponents. Punt is tougher because it’s so important so better be dang good if you’re changing up frequently #txhsfbchat
  • vandyfan13 Jan 10 @ 9:48 PM EST
    A5: We run option until we get into trouble, then we run option. #txhsfbchat
    • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:44 PM EST
      Q5: Offense: What is your biggest offensive tendency and why? Do you find yourself having to mix in your favorite play to keep your “stamp”? #TXHSFBCHAT
  • txhsfbchat - Moderator Jan 10 @ 9:48 PM EST
    Q5: I think our biggest tendency is we are very Right heavy in our plays and we associate too many plays to specific formations or player groups #TXHSFBCHAT
  • CoachJ_Derisma Jan 10 @ 9:48 PM EST
    A5. Main thing finding a rhythm I like to mix it up but mainly its to make sure we are not predictable. Also helps to set up certain plays. #TXHSFBCHAT
  • CraigHarrison22 Jan 10 @ 9:48 PM EST
    Our biggest tendency has been not being physical enough. We moved to the Wing T this year and had success but have massive room for improvement. Buck sweep and Waggle were our best plays #TXHSFBCHAT
  • CoachKizer Jan 10 @ 9:49 PM EST
    A5: Power, Power, then more power. #txhsfbchat
  • coachking85 Jan 10 @ 9:49 PM EST
    A4: I like to mix things up on the opposing special team. Throw some different formations to confuse them. #TXHSFBCHAT
  • Dsell75 Jan 10 @ 9:50 PM EST
    A4: I think you should get really good at a base scheme and then add in little wrinkles for each special team after you get good at the basic fundamentals. #txhsfbchat
    • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:35 PM EST
      Q4: Special Teams: Do you find it more beneficial to remain in the same formations on punt, KR, KO or mix it up and keep the opposition guessing? #TXHSFBCHAT @txhsfbchat
  • weekschad Jan 10 @ 9:50 PM EST
    A4: Just my opinion, keep in mind I don’t coach special teams...there is a reason you hear successful coaches saying “less is more” every offseason. Execution and talent will beat scheme more times than not. #TXHSFBCHAT
  • thexton32 Jan 10 @ 9:50 PM EST
    A5. KISS (Keep it simple, stupid). We get a base play rolling (zone dive) and I get away from it because it’s not “sexy” enough. #txhsfbchat
  • gmanoneone Jan 10 @ 9:51 PM EST
    A5: #txhsfbchat formation to the field
    • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:44 PM EST
      Q5: Offense: What is your biggest offensive tendency and why? Do you find yourself having to mix in your favorite play to keep your “stamp”? #TXHSFBCHAT
  • TheCoachCam Jan 10 @ 9:52 PM EST
    A5: The running joke on our coaching staff is it's a guarantee I'm going to call the slow or tunnel screen on any 3rd down. Have an opposing DC in our league that yells "watch the slow or tunnel" on every 3rd down. Only called it once against him. 😂 #txhsfbchat
  • CoachWilliams02 Jan 10 @ 9:52 PM EST
    A5: Like to run a bunch to the strength been lucky to have a couple good TE over the past few years but helps open up our counter weak #txhsfbchat
    • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:44 PM EST
      Q5: Offense: What is your biggest offensive tendency and why? Do you find yourself having to mix in your favorite play to keep your “stamp”? #TXHSFBCHAT
  • CraigHarrison22 Jan 10 @ 9:52 PM EST
    Cannot go broke making a profit. I heard that from some coach some where #Spider2YBanana #TXHSFBCHAT
    In reply to @thexton32
  • Dsell75 Jan 10 @ 9:53 PM EST
    A5: Even though I coach defense, my favorite play has to be power. #txhsfbchat
    • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:44 PM EST
      Q5: Offense: What is your biggest offensive tendency and why? Do you find yourself having to mix in your favorite play to keep your “stamp”? #TXHSFBCHAT
  • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:53 PM EST
    Q6: Final Question of the night... Defense: At your level (tell us what level that is), how many different defensive schemes do you feel your guys can execute effectively? You believe in doing one thing great or several things well? #TXHSFBCHAT
  • txhsfbchat - Moderator Jan 10 @ 9:55 PM EST
    Last Q of the night! #TXHSFBCHAT
    • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:53 PM EST
      Q6: Final Question of the night... Defense: At your level (tell us what level that is), how many different defensive schemes do you feel your guys can execute effectively? You believe in doing one thing great or several things well? #TXHSFBCHAT
  • JWilley3 Jan 10 @ 9:55 PM EST
    A6: High school, our guys could switch from a 3-3 to a 4-3 pretty well but it took some time and we had to simplify the scheme to allow us to switch our front #txhsfbchat
  • CoachKizer Jan 10 @ 9:57 PM EST
    A6: probably 98% of my calls this year were our base 4-3 mixed in blitzes. We had some secondary fronts we used from time to time but we loved base and playing fast, getting after offenses. #txhsfbchat
  • vandyfan13 Jan 10 @ 9:57 PM EST
    A6: We're 8 man, so we alternate between odd & even front. Last year, we executed neither effectively. This year will be different with increased experience. #txhsfbchat
    • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:53 PM EST
      Q6: Final Question of the night... Defense: At your level (tell us what level that is), how many different defensive schemes do you feel your guys can execute effectively? You believe in doing one thing great or several things well? #TXHSFBCHAT
  • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:57 PM EST
    A6: We scheme a few different things! By design, we are more of a “here we are, come block us” type team. However, we have some adjustments (curve balls) ready to goon any given week as well. #TXHSFBCHAT
    • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:53 PM EST
      Q6: Final Question of the night... Defense: At your level (tell us what level that is), how many different defensive schemes do you feel your guys can execute effectively? You believe in doing one thing great or several things well? #TXHSFBCHAT
  • CoachJ_Derisma Jan 10 @ 9:57 PM EST
    A6: I've had defenses that run about 4-5 schemes and that's mainly to cover up what we are doing. This past season we kept it down to about 2 main ones and just drilled it in to them. Main thing though is getting them to play 100 miles an hour! #txhsfbchat
  • CoachWilliams02 Jan 10 @ 9:58 PM EST
    Almost every game we have players coming off saying the other team is calling out our plays before we run them. No they don't have us figured out they just watched film and know we run a lot of sweep, counter, and waggle. Sometimes they get it right sometimes not #txhsfbchat
    In reply to @TheCoachCam
  • CraigHarrison22 Jan 10 @ 9:58 PM EST
    A6-HS, mid size. Currently we run just a 3-4 scheme, with some blitzes ( 1 or 2 man) and baseball cover 4. We have not been able to carry more because the kids cannot digest it and play fast. 10 years ago we would carry a lot more because they could handle it. #TXHSFBCHAT
  • coach_harvey18 Jan 10 @ 9:58 PM EST
    I would like to thank @coachfisher_rp for asking me to host tonight. It’s an honor to serve as coach with each of you. Continue to do work and fight for the game we all love! Good night! #TXHSFBCHAT
  • JWilley3 Jan 10 @ 9:58 PM EST
    A6: high school, we were able to switch between a 33 and 42 pretty well, although had to simplify the scheme early to allow us to execute #txhsfbchat
  • SVGuybrarian Jan 10 @ 9:59 PM EST
    A5: Identity is important for many reasons, having a "stamp" is a reflection of that. Great teams do ordinary things well, and I would be more alarmed if we didn't have a major tendency. We want to be great at things that compliment each other. #TXHSFBCHAT
  • CraigHarrison22 Jan 10 @ 9:59 PM EST
    Basic not baseball. #smh #TXHSFBCHAT
    • CraigHarrison22 Jan 10 @ 9:58 PM EST
      A6-HS, mid size. Currently we run just a 3-4 scheme, with some blitzes ( 1 or 2 man) and baseball cover 4. We have not been able to carry more because the kids cannot digest it and play fast. 10 years ago we would carry a lot more because they could handle it. #TXHSFBCHAT
  • Coach_Radel Jan 10 @ 9:59 PM EST
    Thanks for your time coach! #txhsfbchat
    In reply to @coach_harvey18, @coachfisher_rp
  • CoachAdams9 Jan 10 @ 9:59 PM EST
    A6 As a DC I want our kids to be able to play fast. Be sound in what you do, everything down to the checks you have from each week have to come from the mindset of keeping to your main scheme. #TXHSFBCHAT