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This comprehensive episode of the Coaching 101 podcast, hosted by Daniel Chamberlain and Kenny Simpson, features an insightful discussion Coach Morgan Cruz on the multifaceted challenges of high school football coaching, development, and recruitment. The conversation highlights the importance of spring football, strategies for player development, and the crucial role of high school coaches in navigating the recruiting process to maximize athletes' potential. Coach Cruz shares his experience in running back coaching, emphasizing the need for effective drills, skills evaluation, and the pivotal role of communication and networking. The episode also addresses the importance of leveraging social media, creating highlight tapes, and fostering transparent relationships between coaches, athletes, and parents to secure promising college opportunities. A special note underscores the value of high school coaches' efforts in the recruiting landscape, inviting open communication and offering resources for coaching insights through the 'Coaching 101 Podcast,' while encouraging perseverance among listeners.

00:00 Welcome to the Coaching 101 Podcast

00:14 Spring Ball Insights and Personal Updates from Coach Simpson

00:57 The Challenges and Strategies of Spring Football

03:44 Coach Morgan Cruz's Football Journey and Philosophy

10:21 The Art of Selecting and Coaching Running Backs

26:30 Drill Selection and Techniques for Running Backs

28:43 Unlocking Running Back Potential: Drills and Techniques

28:59 Evolving Practice Drills: Maximizing Efficiency

29:51 Pass Protection: A Critical Skill for Running Backs

31:00 Adapting Drills for Specific Needs and Progression

32:06 The Importance of Ball Security in Every Drill

39:10 Scheme-Specific Drills: Zone vs. Gap

45:19 Recruiting Insights: Getting Athletes Noticed

57:43 The Role of Relationships in Recruiting and Coaching

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