Dinerpod 33: Jason Fulton-Newton High School Football & Baseball Coach

What does it mean to be a "Newton Eagle through and through"? In this episode, Red Velvet sits down with Jason Fulton, the dual-sport head coach leading both the Football and Baseball programs at Newton High School. Coach Fulton takes us on a journey from his roots in Jasper County to his time playing college ball under Chicago Bears legend Leslie Frazier at Trinity International University.

In this episode, we dive into:

The Power of Mentorship: How legends like Bob Horst molded Fulton’s coaching philosophy and why he chose to wait seven years as an assistant for his dream job rather than taking head coaching gigs elsewhere.

The "Brotherhood" Culture: A look at why "The Eagle Way" prioritizes character and team over individual stats, and how Fulton balances coaching his own sons on the gridiron.

Small Town Grit: Stories from the early days of coaching, including 6:00 AM winter workouts, 15-mile baby-sitting runs, and the discipline it takes to stay in the game for nearly 30 years.

History & Rivalry: From the "violent" disbanded teams of the early 1900s to the modern-day clashes with rivals like Richland County (Olney).

Whether you’re a coach, a former athlete, or just a fan of high school sports history, this conversation is a tribute to the coaches who stay, the communities that support them, and the legacy of Newton football.

"Once an Eagle, always an Eagle."

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