Episode 105 of 614 Headsets features new Bloom-Carroll head coach Steve Dalton, who shares lessons from taking over successful programs, building trust through clear communication, and leading through change. Dalton also breaks down his defensive philosophy, including why the 4-2-5 remains his preferred system and the non-negotiables that drive winning football.

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Episode 104 of 614 Headsets features Community Christian College head coach Matt Johnston, who shares his journey building a JUCO football program in Detroit and helping student-athletes earn second chances through academics and football. Johnston discusses program design, balancing coaching and teaching, the unique challenges of junior college football, and his defensive philosophy centered on diagnosing problems, simplifying solutions, and applying a Narduzzi-inspired pressure system. Plus, the hosts recap summer football and preview Trench Fest, the free OL/DL showcase at Gahanna Lincoln.

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Episode 103 of 614 Headsets features Mount Vernon Head Coach and Ohio Division II Coach of the Year Mark Weber. Coach Weber shares his journey through the coaching profession, the culture and leadership principles behind Mount Vernon’s success, and how his program develops athletes through year-round speed training, technology, and player development. This episode is packed with practical insights on building buy-in, creating accountability, and sustaining a winning football program.

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From college football operations to leading one of Ohio’s most tradition-rich programs, Coach Tom Phillips joins 614 Headsets to talk about why Newark Catholic was the right move, what it takes to rebuild and sustain winning cultures, and the lessons learned from nearly every level of football.

Coach Phillips shares stories and breaks down what separates great programs from average ones behind the scenes, and explains how college football experience can reshape the way high school coaches develop players, build relationships, and run their programs.

This episode is packed with insight for coaches at every level — covering leadership, locker room culture, recruiting, player development, organization, and the operational details that championship programs consistently get right. If you’re a coach looking to grow, lead better, and learn from decades of experience across high school and college football, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

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What happens when an offensive-minded head coach steps back into the coordinator role — and then takes over one of Central Ohio’s premier football programs?

In this episode, Mark Solis breaks down his journey from Northeast Ohio to Columbus, why New Albany Eagles was the right opportunity at the right time, and what coaches can expect from the next era of Eagles football. From leadership lessons learned as both a head coach and defensive coordinator to the influence of legendary mentors like Larry Kehres, Jim Tressel, and Lee Owens, this conversation is packed with insight on culture-building, staff leadership, defensive philosophy, and adapting as a coach over time.

If you’re a football coach looking to learn about program building, leadership transitions, offensive vs. defensive thinking, and what it takes to sustain winning culture, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

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What does 30+ years of winning football ACTUALLY teach you?

In Episode 100 of 614 Headsets, we sit down with Mark Crabtree of Dublin Jerome High School to break down what it actually takes to build—and sustain—a winning program over decades.

Coach Crabtree shares the real story behind his career: the early lessons, the tough failures, and the principles that have stood the test of time in high school football.

In this episode, we dive into:

• How the game has evolved over 30+ years—and what still wins
• The biggest mistake he made (and what it taught him)
• The “cheat codes” that create consistency year after year
• Building alignment across your program while saving time as a coach

If you're serious about growing as a coach, simplifying your systems, and learning from someone who’s done it at a high level for decades—this episode is for you.

🎯 Real experience. Real lessons. Real football.

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Episode 99 of 614 Headsets teases a legendary Episode 100 guest—then dives into a rising program with Coach Kevin Board, who reveals his up-tempo, wide-split offensive system, how he’s using Tony Holler’s “Feed the Cats” to keep players fast and fresh, and the blueprint for total program alignment—from youth to varsity—while cutting down weekend game-planning to give coaches their time back without sacrificing Friday night results.

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Unlock the cheat codes behind one of football’s most explosive defenses as Coach PJ Gibbs reveals how to build a fast, physical 3-high system—covering everything from game-changing run fits and pressure packages to film study secrets and tempo-based stems that give your defense the edge every Friday night. Gibbs also highlights the Maddie Strong clinic fundraiser—$99 access to dozens of coaching speakers and resources.

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