Def. Coordinator @ The Cove | Educator | Alina’s Hubby | Girl Dad | Woodrow Wildcat | WTAMU Buff | Optimist | Hip Hop Head | Louisiana Born | East Dallas Raised
I will never tell a coach not to take a head job they’re interested in because they are hard to come by. I’d advise you to be well aware of how they treated your predecessor on their way out. The character of an organization is measured by how they treat you when they no longer…
This is crazy! After the Utah State women lost tonight, coach Kayla Ard was asked how they rebuild next season - and she says she just got fired. Never seen anything like this.
"I'm assuming that's going to be the last question?"
(Video courtesy of The Mountain West)
Tonight a mom, at the conclusion of our Spring Football parent meeting, thanked me and all the coaches for pouring into her son. She said “I’ve noticed a major change at home in him since he’s joined your program and bonded with y’all. There are some lessons I just can’t teach…
Coaches we often stress about the young men & women who aren’t showing up to S&C. But what about honoring and appreciating the kids that don’t miss? We too often preach to the choir. Reach out, call, text & home visit your MIA’s but spend as much energy loving on the grinders!
In 1990 at Lincoln HS, Coach Samp went 4-6. By 2004 they were State runner ups. In 2005 at Skyline HS he went 7-4. By 2014 they were State semifinalist. In 2015 would you believe he went 2-8 at Duncanville High? The greatest ingredient to success is consistency. Stay in the fight
STORY BOOK ENDING TO THE TEXAS HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL SEASON.
32 years as Head Coach, 323 wins... this one means the most. First time claiming the title of "STATE CHAMPS" for Coach Samples. Football, you are the greatest. 😭❤️
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Young coaches will tell a head football coach, I want to do what you “Do”. But are you willing to do what he “Did”? Early mornings, late nights, laundry, drive the bus, paint the field, clinic, network, lost family time? Are you even coaching the hell out of your position group?
Dennis Earl Green was the 2nd African American head coach in NFL history. He was also the 2nd African American head coach at a Division-1 program in NCAA history. Coach Green, “You are who we thought you were”… a legend.
#RIP
#BlackHistoryMonth
I grew up on Gaston Ave. in East Dallas. Teen mother, no daddy, Welfare baby, no phone in the home, no car & most would say no chance. But here I stand! Took AP & Honors courses in high school. I played ball in college but I didn’t ball to get there. Education is the equalizer!
Texas High School coaches, trust me, nobody has it better than us. I have college teammates who are HFC in California. The stuff they put up with is absurd. Its crazy that a state championship game was played on a field in this condition. This isn’t taking care of kids.
STATE CHAMPIONSHIP SATURDAY: An emotional Head Coach Jerald Pierucci (
@forceuser64
) calls out the
@CIFState
for poor playing conditions at Orland High School. The Trojans defeated the Generals, 20-7 to claim the Division 5-A crown.
@KGETnews
@ShafterHigh
I’m 41 and 14 years deep in the coaching profession. I’m no where near where I want to be. I used say to myself, “Am I ever going to arrive”. I’ve learned to be where my feet are. Be present in the job you have. The big time is where you’re at! My time is coming & so is yours!✊🏿
Glad I got that CDL many moons ago. One of our middle school girls’ soccer teams needed a driver for their game today. Happy to help. Duties as assigned!🤣
#GoDawgs
Usually you hear the loudest sentiments of entitlement from the mediocre. Because those who are truly great understand that the price you pay to reach a certain level of success only guarantees you an opportunity, not victories.
Coach Jake Gaither joined the Florida A&M Rattlers coaching staff as an assistant in 1937. in 1945 he was promoted to HFC. In 24 years as Florida A&M’s HFC he never had a losing season. In 1975 Gaither was the 1st HBCU coach inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame.
#BHM
This is the one! So many young DBs get beat, panic and start looking for the football. Not realizing that while their head is turned the WR is continuing to separate. Don’t panic! Sprint to the WRs near hip and make a play on the ball. It ain’t over til it’s over!
If your “Boss” doesn’t have growing you into a leader on his agenda I hope you’re keen enough to realize it before you’ve invested too many years of your coaching prime. Everyday my guy gives me nuggets to prepare me to someday sit in the chair. I appreciate it Coach.
#CoachLife
At the ocean floor off the coast of Grenada stands the underwater sculpture of 26 children holding hands. The sculpture’s name is Vicissitudes & many have attributed the monument to those lost at sea during the Atlantic Slave Trade.
#Juneteenth
#FreedomDay
Caring for your players doesn’t mean they will always do what’s right. Feeding them, giving rides home, checking their grades, helping them get recruited…Those investments only guarantee that when the kid hits a rough patch you’ll be the person they allow to help them through it
Dear 4th seeds, you’re probably in a position that no one believed you’d be in to begin with. You’ve probably heard all week, “You don’t have a chance”. You’ve probably had a season of ups & downs. You have yet to put together a complete game. What if tonight is it?
#WhyNotUs
Coach Robert Woods won the 1990 Class 4A state title at Wilmer Hutchins. It was the last time a black HFC had won a title in the Dallas-area. 31 years later Coach Jason Todd led South Oak Cliff to a 5A state title. Ending the drought for Dallas & Black coaches
#BlackHistoryMonth
When I workout I still have visions of my playing days. I zone out & think about spilling the power on 2nd & short. Rushing the passer on 3rd & long. Chilling in the lock room, scoring on teammates. I’m 41, played my last game at 22. Cherish this game kids. It’s gone in a flash.
Me & my defensive call sheet. Spoiler alert! None of it worked! 🤣 But there’s always next Friday & I’ll stay in the fight for these kids.
#CoveDawgs
#FridayNightLights
In 2010 James Franklin became the 1st African American Head Football Coach at Vanderbilt & 3rd in SEC history. Now head coach at Penn State, Franklin became the 1st African American head coach to win a Big Ten title in 2016.
#BlackHistoryMonth
A former player hit me this morning wishing me a Happy New Year. He’s currently working on his PHD at Princeton! He told me, “The discipline I learned in Football kept my path straight. Planted the right seeds of life in me” Coaches, what we do matters even more than you think!
Coach Alexander Durley in 1976 led Beaumont Hebert to a Class 4A UIL championship, the 1st black school post desegregation to win a state UIL title. In 1982 the THSCA Hall of Famer ALSO led Beaumont West Brook to a state 5A championship in his 1st year as HFC.
#BlackHistoryMonth
@CoachGrayson20
No idea. An organization can fire you whenever they like in most cases. Most of us in any business are “at will” employees but I’d like to believe common decency would prevail. Allow this coach to process the tough loss with her girls, travel back with the team then set up your…
I have to be the only black man in a 50 mile radius in Dalhart this morning.🤣 But a little old White lady ahead of me bought my coffee. Although I am saddened by recent events, Little gestures like this keep me hopeful. I will pay it forward as well!
My college teammate & friend
@simplycoacho
’s dedication to helping kids reach their college football dreams has always amazed me. One of the hardest workers in the game.
#Salute
Shout out the parents investing and pouring into their children, encouraging them to chase their dreams. Bringing them to early morning workouts at their schools, paying trainers to help polish their technique & hauling them to exposure camps. Y’all are the real MVP’s! Well done!
Thankful & Excited to work with Coach Johnson and a rising W.T. White football program. Great things are in the works on the North Side, not just in football but in all of the athletic programs.
#PlayLikeAHorn
I used to think traditional high school coaching was the only way I could help kids. My brother
@simplyCoachO
showed me there’s more avenues. Seeing him grind inspires me. It would inspire you too if you knew where he came from. That’s why anytime he calls, I answer
#Opportunity
I will be at Coaching School down in San Antonio July 18-20. Coaches let’s link. Talk ball, network & fellowship. I love learning from my peers and offering any knowledge I have. Let’s keep growing this great game of football!
Before Patrick Mahomes, Russell Wilson, Deshaun Watson & Dak Prescott... Doug Williams was the 1st Black “Franchise Quarterback”. Williams was the 1st Black QB chosen in the 1st round by Tampa Bay (17th overall) & He legendarily became the 1st Black QB to win a Super Bowl!
#BHM
I can’t say enough about this young man & all he overcame. Lower leg injury as a freshman, did not play football for us as a sophomore, rejoined our team this year, started out on JV, worked his tail off and became a 6A varsity starter at corner by the last month of the season.…
I’ve really been thinking about getting a Strength & Conditioning certification. Other than actually coaching kids on the field, nothing gives me greater joy than building an athlete.
Some of us have allowed the fear of losing our jobs become greater than the desire to actually do our jobs. Fear cripples, only courage guides you to the light. Coach like lives are at stake, because quite frankly, they are! For some of the kids we coach, we’re all they have.
As a young man I wasn’t as assertive as I wanted to be. Deep down feeling unworthy due to abandonment issues from a father I never even met. But the day I found my purpose is the day I found my voice. Coaching saved my life. As I serve these young men, I also serve my own soul.
“There's so much negative imagery of black fatherhood. I've got tons of friends that are doing the right thing by their kids, and doing the right thing as a father - and how come that's not as newsworthy?” - Will Smith
In 1985, Nolan Richardson became the head coach at the University of Arkansas. Richardson became the 1st African-American coach at a major university in the South, and the 1st African-American head coach of a men's program in the Southwest Conference.
#BlackHistoryMonth
Social media has made it entirely too easy to confuse fame with success. Likes, retweets & certainly how many stars attached to a young athlete’s name doesn’t determine how successful of a player that kid is.
Cool moment for me tonight! Coaching against my Alma Mater, Woodrow Wilson, in a huge district ball game. Coach B is doing a great job with the program. It has come a long way since my playing days. Going to be a great game! The Horns are ready!🤘🏾And yes I looked 40 even at 18😩
The biggest flex of 2022 could be just sticking with the plan. So many quit before their dreams even have a chance to take root. Value the process more than the results.
#HappyNewYear
Dear Momma,
It’s hard to grasp that it’s been 10 years since I lost you. You’re the greatest person I have ever known. Selfishly I wish I had more time with you. 33 years just wasn’t enough. In reality no amount of time would have been enough. You were in so much pain.…
I’m in same boat as many of you, season over. The full capacity of our commitment level will be tested this offseason. Evaluation starts from within but don’t get upset when your AD, HFC evaluates you critically. Model what we coach the kids to do. Don’t get mad, get better!
Truth! At West Texas A&M I played with Kareem Larrimore, 4th round pick rookie starter for the Cowboys & Chaun Thompson, a 2nd round pick of the Browns. Anthony Armstrong & Dalton Bell, free agents with long careers. Several others who signed free agent deals.
If you think D2 football is all D2 players then you haven't looked at the rosters RECRUITS D2 SCHOOLS HAVE A LOT OF D1 GUYS TRUST ME YOUR I'M D1 MENTALITY WILL BE PUT TO A TEST IN DIVISION TWO 💯💯
We celebrated our Kiyomi last night. She graduated Cum Laude (90 & above GPA) I guess she really was studying in her Teen Cave all day. Proud of you kid. You’ve conquered high school, next college & then the world!
#FutureNurse
Another great
@DFWClinic
in the books! Every time I attend this clinic I leave super inspired. I get confirmations that I’m doing right by kids with what I’m teaching and also I get a kick in the butt. Realizing there’s always more you can give.
#CoachLife
I went to WT White solely to work for Coach Johnson. Everything he said we could accomplish together came to fruition. Excited to help ignite his vision in The Cove!
@GodawgnationC
Thanks for believing in me coach! I got you for life!
#CoveDawgs
What an honor is was to coach along side Antonio Murga during my time in Dumas. A true professional. One of the most hardworking and unselfish coaches I have ever been around. You’re an inspiration my friend. Keep kicking cancer’s you know what Coach!
#MurgaStrong
One of the best days of my life 💜 To see my Dad back out on the field after being in the hospital and fighting for his life was one of the most amazing things I had ever seen. You're a walking inspiration to us all and to be able to call you MY DAD.. just incredible!
Got to coach along side Coach Murga for 3 years. Just a real deal human being. He’s a huge reason why Dumas is now one of the top programs in the state!
Dave Campbell's Texas Football — TexasFootball.com
Dumas is a 'No Excuse' Zone thanks to dedication of Antonio Murga, whose perseverance while battling Stage 4 pancreatic cancer has been a source of inspiration for the Texas panhandle.
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“If you think about it, I've never held a job in my life. I went from being an NFL player, to a coach, to a broadcaster. I haven't worked a day in my life.” - Coach John Madden
I’m 43 & I’ve known Coach Renner
@MustangsDC
since I was 19 years old. In that time span he’s only coached at two schools. He’s as loyal as they come. He finds value in young people. He’s a constant source of stability for his players. When I was lacking in effort on the field,…