Coach and Coordinator Podcast

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Slot T Mafia: A Community-Driven System for Offensive Success - Paul Kilby & Keith Grabowski Mar 16, 2026

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On this episode of Slot-T Mafia, Keith and Paul discuss the growth and evolution of the Slot-T Mafia community and how it has become a powerful platform for coaches looking to master the Slot-T offense. In a short time, the community has grown into an interactive instructional environment where coaches collaborate through film study, live Q&A sessions, and practical breakdowns that connect theory to real on-field execution.

Paul and Keith share how digital resources, detailed practice analysis, and shared coaching experiences are helping programs at multiple levels implement and refine the Slot T system. They also explore how the offense encourages a strong program culture and long-term player development. The conversation illustrates the transition from passive content consumption to active participation, creating a community where coaches learn together, refine their systems, and build ongoing success in their programs.

This episode is paired with the Slot-T Basics AI Companion — a free coaching tool built to help you master the language and structure of Paul Kilby’s Slot-T offense. From splits and alignments to numbering, formations, motion, and defensive identification, it helps you teach the system clearly and install it the right way from day one.

Slot-T Basics AI Companion

Chapters

The rise of the Slot T Mafia community
Building an interactive coaching platform
From whiteboard videos to real film breakdowns
Using live Q&A and office hours for deeper learning
Connecting drills, practice film, and game execution
How the Slot T system shapes team culture
Success stories from different programs
Adapting the system across school sizes and levels
Long-term development from youth to varsity
The power of community-driven coaching

Learn all the details of the Slot-T with a Slot-T Mafia Membership - Whiteboards, Game Film, Practice Film, All the Drills plus Q&A, Office Hours and all the interaction you need to succeed with the offense and ⁠join the Slot-T Mafia today.

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Keith Grabowski: @CoachKGrabowski

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The Legacy of Lou Holtz - Patrick Steenberge, Global Football Mar 13, 2026

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In this episode of Coach and Coordinator Network, Keith Grabowski talks with Patrick Steenberge about the life, leadership, and legacy of legendary coach Lou Holtz. They share personal stories and memorable moments, including Holtz’s final coaching appearance in Japan.

The conversation highlights what made Holtz such an influential figure in football, from his capability to connect with people to his passion for competition and the leadership principles he passed on to players and coaches. Grabowski and Steenberge also discuss Holtz’s work in global football and how his mentorship reached far beyond the field. The episode shares valuable lessons on leadership, building relationships, and the lasting impact of a coach who truly cared about helping others succeed.

Rest in Peace Coach Lou Holtz.

Chapters:

Celebrating the legacy of Lou Holtz
Holtz’s final coaching experience in Japan
Stories from Lou Holtz’s career and life
The power of connection and mentorship
Holtz’s passion and competitive spirit
Leadership lessons from a legendary coach
Global football and Holtz’s broader impact
Remembering the values he lived by
How Holtz influenced generations of coaches
The lasting legacy of Lou Holtz

Connect on Social Media: Patrick Steenberge - ⁠@globalsportsguy Keith Grabowski - @CoachKGrabowski Take a deeper look into Global Football , who helped bring the Notre Dame alumni football team to Japan for Lou Holtz’s final game—an unforgettable international experience made possible by their team.

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A Framework for Teaching RPOs - Tim Souza, Offensive Coordinator, Southern Oregon University Mar 12, 2026

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This episode features a short but information-packed segment from Tim Souza, Offensive Coordinator at Southern Oregon University, and one of the featured coaches at CCN Smart Clinics: The RPO Symposium.

In this clip, Souza shares teaching points that help coaches think more clearly about building, structuring, and teaching an RPO system that players can actually execute. It is a quick listen, but there is a lot coaches can take from it.

If you want to watch the video version of this episode, you can find it on Spotify.

This clip is just a preview of what is waiting for you inside The RPO Symposium, running March 17 through 19. The event includes deep-dive on-demand sessions plus three live interactive nights built around the real problems defenses create when they change fits, rotate late, and take away your access throws.

Get your ticket now for CCN Smart Clinics: The RPO Symposium and learn how coaches teach it, install it, practice it, and adjust it so it holds up week to week.

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The Give - Building Buy-In and Total Effort - Justin Lustig, Special Teams Coordinator, Penn State Mar 11, 2026

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In this episode of The Give, Penn State Special Teams Coordinator Justin Lustig shares a free lesson on what it takes to build real buy-in on special teams.

Lustig explains why special teams must connect to winning, how culture shapes the phase, and why “total effort” has to show up from the start of the rep to the finish. He also breaks down how players begin to value special teams when coaches give it purpose, not just assignments.

This conversation is a strong reminder that special teams can become more than a hidden phase. It can help define the standard of the entire team.

Why buy-in starts with meaning
How Penn State ties special teams to team success
The role ball security, explosive plays, and field position play in the phase
What Lustig means by total effort
Why language and culture shape player response

This episode features one free lesson from Justin Lustig’s full presentation.

To access the full presentation and more year-round learning for coaches, visit LFGClinic.com. Premium members get access to full clinic presentations, in-season game planning tips, drills, and Lauren’s Library with more than 500 presentations from past clinics. Special Teams Coordinator School is coming soon inside LFG Clinic Premium.

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Tully Legends - The 111% Mindset - Justin Loudon, S&C Coach, Ezell Harding Christian School (TN) Mar 10, 2026

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On this episode of the Tully Legends presented by Tully, Justin Loudon, strength and conditioning coach at Ezell Harding Christian School (TN), joins the show to share how he built a high-performing, data-informed training program that develops athletes from the ground up. Justin discusses the structure of the Ezell Harding program, the philosophy behind the “111% mindset,” and how physical literacy and curriculum-based training help students build confidence and lay a long-term athletic foundation. He also explains how collecting and using performance data can improve training decisions while still keeping programs simple and effective.

Throughout the conversation, Justin gives actionable insight on gaining buy-in from coaches, parents, and administrators, implementing strength programs across multiple grade levels, and developing athletes with a long-term perspective that prepares them for both competition and life beyond high school.

Chapters

Introduction and coaching background
Program structure at Ezell Harding
The 111% mindset and training philosophy
Physical literacy and youth curriculum
Educating coaches, parents, and administrators
Building buy-in and overcoming resistance
Tracking athlete progress with data
Lessons from Justin’s coaching journey
Long-term athlete development principles
Balancing performance metrics and simplicity
Advice for programs with limited resources
Future projects and continued learning

Connect on X:

Keith Grabowski: @CoachKGrabowski

Justin Loudon: @CoachLoudon531

Tully: @TullyTracking

Presented by Tully — the perfect tool for high school and Division III programs. Tully helps coaches track readiness, performance, and player development so teams can stay strong and confident deep into the season.

Dive deeper into Tully at https://tully.app/

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The Give - Adversity Leadership - Robert Weiner, Associate Head Coach, UConn Mar 05, 2026

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On this episode of The Give - A Lauren's FIrst and Goal Podcast, Robert Weiner shares how he’s built quarterback rooms around two non-negotiables: “excellence is excellence all the time” and genuine family love, even when guys are competing for the same job. From there, he lays out the start of his six-point plan for adversity leadership. It's a practical way to lead players when the scoreboard flips and pressure hits.

The framework he introduces: a six-thought plan for adversity leadership

-Keep the Faith

-Fight the Good Fight (and the right fight)

-Think Globally, Act Locally

-Change the Narrative

-Raise Each Other Up by Effort

-Make Some Plays

To watch Robert Weiner’s complete presentation — and unlock every session from the 2026 LFG Clinic, 500+ more in Lauren’s Library, plus OC School, DC School, HC School, Special Teams Coordinator School, Position Coach Schools, ongoing clinics, Q&A, roundtables, private podcast episodes, and the coaching community — get LFGClinic Premium Access at lfgclinic.com.

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The Switchblade Offense and the Future of RPO Coaching - Caleb Corrill, OC, Georgetown College Mar 04, 2026

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On this episode of Coach and Coordinator Network, Keith Grabowski sits down with Caleb Corrill to explore how football coaching has evolved in an era overflowing with information. This conversation dives into the deeper layers of coaching: how coaches think, how systems are built, and how concepts evolve over time.

Caleb shares the philosophy behind his “Switchblade Offense,” a versatile, layered approach that highlights adjustability and execution over volume. Together, they discuss the importance of building sustainable systems, teaching players to operate within core concepts, and applying ideas in real game environments. The episode also introduces the upcoming RPO Symposium, designed to give coaches practical, real-world insight into implementing and evolving RPO strategies across multiple levels of football.

Chapters

The evolution of coaching in the digital era
Why thought processes matter more than play design
Building systems instead of collecting plays
Execution over trickery in offensive strategy
The philosophy behind the Switchblade Offense
Layering concepts to create stress on defenses
Teaching players to think within the system
Depth versus volume in playbook design
From clinic content to real-world application
Introducing the RPO Symposium and smart clinics

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Keith Grabowski: @CoachKGrabowski

Caleb Corrill: @CalebCorrill

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Tully Legends - Data, Culture, and Sustainable Strength Training - Jason McKendrick Mar 03, 2026

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On this episode of Tully Legends, presented by Tully, Adam Redmond sits down with Jason McKendrick, Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at Olentangy Orange High School (OH), to break down what it takes to build a complete, sustainable performance program. Jason shares how he transformed an unstructured weight room into a system rooted in clear philosophy, consistency, and athlete buy-in across every sport.

The conversation dives into how structured class periods and after-school training establish daily standards, why having a certified teacher in the weight room matters, and how data-driven tools like Tully help athletes track progress, stay engaged, and train with greater intent. The episode additionally provides useful guidance for coaches, especially those at smaller schools, on building support, acquiring funding, and creating a lasting culture.

Chapters

Introduction and program background
Building a structured strength system
Daily class and training operations
Creating athlete buy-in
Role of a certified strength coach
Data-driven training with technology
Balancing fundamentals and innovation
Aligning coaches and community support
Challenges in smaller schools
Advice for building a sustainable program

Connect on X:

Keith Grabowski: @CoachKGrabowski

Jason McKendrick: @orangesccoach

Tully: @TullyTracking

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Slot T Mafia - The Modern Evolution of the Slot T - Travis Bush, Head Coach, UTRGV Feb 28, 2026

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In this episode of Slot-T Mafia, UTRGV Head Coach Travis Bush talks about his coaching journey, explains the basics of the Slot-T offense, and discusses how toughness and discipline are key to building strong, successful teams.

Coach Bush talks about growing up with the Slot-T, learning its basics early on, and how those lessons still guide his approach to offense. He shares how unpacking complex ideas helps players react faster, how playing at a fast pace challenges defenses, and how matching snap counts to play calls builds discipline and reduces mistakes.

The conversation also explores the natural evolution from traditional Slot-T principles to more diversified offensive systems, the importance of recruiting tough, accountable players, and how culture must be built from the ground up. Coach Bush shares insights on player development, quarterback growth, and leadership, highlighting Eddie Lee's role in developing team chemistry during UTRGV’s inaugural season.

This episode serves as a masterclass in blending old-school toughness with modern offensive tempo, proving that while schemes may evolve, discipline, clarity, and process remain the true foundation of sustained success.

⁠Slot-T Basics AI Companion

Chapters

Introduction to Travis Bush and His Coaching Journey
Growing Up in the Slot T System
Simplifying the Offense for Player Execution
Recruiting Tough and Disciplined Athletes
Transitioning from Slot T to Modern Variations
Building Quarterback Development Within the System
Using Tempo to Create Defensive Conflict
Marrying Snap Counts to Execution
Leadership and Team Chemistry at UTRGV
Building Culture Through Toughness and Process

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Keith Grabowski: @CoachKGrabowski

Travis Bush: @CoachTBush

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The Position Room - Developing the Modern Running Back - David Walker, Brandon Linney, Cory Colder, Juwan Lewis Feb 26, 2026

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On this episode of The Position Room, Former NFL Coach David Walker joins RB coaches, Juwan Lewis of Alabama State, Cory Colder of Furman University, and Brandon Linney of Presbyterian to explore what it takes to develop complete running backs in today’s game. From individualized development blueprints to decision-making under pressure, the coaches break down how to build players who can think, react, and perform within the system.

The discussion analyzes why every back needs a customized approach, how learning styles impact development, and why building trust in the position room is as important as technique work. The coaches unpack the traits that separate good backs from great ones: vision, leverage awareness, yards-per-carry efficiency, and the ability to win with speed, quickness, and elusiveness.

Pass protection receives special attention, with technique, effort, and situational awareness emphasized as non-negotiables for earning trust on the field. The episode also highlights practice design, drill construction, player evaluation, and the importance of fitting talent into the right system instead of chasing raw ability.

For young coaches, the episode offers clear advice: invest in yourself, study the game holistically, and build a player-led room rooted in accountability and adaptability.

This is a masterclass in coaching the modern running back—focused not just on carries, but on complete player development.

Chapters