A Coach’s Challenge: Recent Episodes

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A Coach’s Challenge will explore stories told by coaches, but heard by everyone.

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Join Sling'n Proffet for a fun filled show as they host the last show before spring break. The duo will return in June ready to tackle everything NFL!

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Join Sling n Proffet as they break down the NFL Draft. Find out who their winners and losers were, and also get inside tips on betting the Kentucky Derby this weekend!

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Join Sling'n Proffet as we discuss the week in sports, as well as our second night of NFL Mock Draft. We pick #'s 17-32 of the first round as we round out our mock draft coverage. As always, join us for a ton of laughs, and a ton of fun!

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Join Sling and Proffet as they discuss WNBA contracts, The Masters, and they break down their NFL Mock Draft picks # 1-16! Don't forget Sling'n Proffet's plays of the week. Hopefully Proffet can break his slump.

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Join us this week as we break down the Divisional Round of the NFL Weekend. We also talk about our WWE Royal Rumble predictions, and we are joined by former Host of the Backyard Blitz, BP!!

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After some technical difficulties, Sling'n Proffett are back with Episode 9, as we unpack a SUPER Wild Card weekend, and dive into the NFL Divisional round. As always, don't miss the Proffet's plays of the week, as he's hitting an an astounding, 75% clip.

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Join Sling N Proffet as we dissect week 17 in the NFL and talk about the critical week ahead. Also, tune in to hear Proffet's response to a perfect record on the sports betting side of things this week.

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Join Sling N Proffett as they debate the week that was in sports. Catch the heated debate about current NFL Power Rankings, and much more. Sling'n Proffett airs live every Wednesday night at 7:30pm et.

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Join Sling'n Proffet for our 4th episode as we celebrate the Christmas holiday by naming our top Holiday movies! We unpack all that was in the week of sports, and we give you some of our best plays of the week!

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Join us for our 3rd episode as we break down week 14 of NFL action, Proffet takes a stand against Swifties, we make our plays of the week, and much more.

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Join us this week as we talk about the Florida State Snub, Big Dom getting in trouble in Philly, our plays of the week, and much more. Proffet finishes the week in the green, so make sure you follow along!

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Check out Sling'n Proffet's debut episode as they talk about football, sports, betting, and everything in between. Show begins at roughly 2:40 mark.

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Join us live, Tuesday nights at 7:30pm est.

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Episode number 20 of A Coach's Challenge brings us former college teammate, current Susquehanna University Defensive Coordinator, Pat Ruley. Coach Ruley goes into depth about some of his most influential coaches in his life. He also describes what it was like taking over a top ranked defense at the age of 29. Coach Ruley has always been outspoken, and he shares his opinions on the current state of recruiting at the Division-III level. This episode is full of fireworks, definitely one that you want to check out. 

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Episode 19 of A Coach's Challenge brings us Long Island University Wide Receivers Coach/ Recruiting Coordinator, Dom Gaston! Coach Gaston is making his podcasting debut, and you would never know it! Coach talks about making the decision to leave coaching in High School to chase his dreams of coaching in college. We talk about Coach moving from New Jersey to Maine, overcoming adversity at Long Island, so much more. Be sure to check out this great episode!

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In Episode 18 of A Coach's Challenge, we talk with Columbia University Quarterbacks Coach, Ryan Larsen. We talk about Coach Larsen's numerous stops all over the country, and he shares the amazing story of how he ended up at Columbia. Coach explains to us why it's always been his dream to coach in the Ivy League, and he probably gets some of the toughest hot route questions to date. Make sure to check it out!

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Episode 17 of A Coach's Challenge brings us current Shepherd University Offensive Coordinator/QB Coach, Tye Hiatt. We talk with Coach Hiatt about making the move cross country from Oregon to Virginia, finding your "why", what has attributed to the amount of success that he's had as a coach, and so much more! As always, check out Coach Hiatt on the Hot Route segment, to see if he can withstand the pressure. One of the good guys in the profession, this one is definitely worth a listen.

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On the return of A Coach's Challenge, we talk with UCLA Assistant Football Coach, Derek Sage. We hear Coach talk about climbing through the ranks as a Graduate Assistant, to his first full time Division-I job, and where he is today. Coach reveals some great information that can help all the young coaches out there, and as always, see what tough questions Coach has to answer during the Hot Route segment!

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Episode 15 of A Coach's Challenge Podcast brings us South Jersey native, Jeff Long. Coach Long is currently the defensive line coach, recruiting coordinator, and much more at highly successful John Carroll University in Ohio. In this episode we talk about Coach taking the leap from coaching in high school to college, his time spent with the Philadelphia Eagles, climbing the coaching ranks in college, and much more. Coach also tries his hand at the Hot Route segment, and does well! Give this great episode a listen!!

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Episode 14 of A Coach's Challenge Podcast brings us Head Coach of South Jersey powerhouse, Penns Grove, John Emel. In this episode we discuss Coach's climb to success, overcoming a shaky start to his coaching career, maintaining one of the best records in the state over the past 3 years, scheduling out of state teams, and much more! Coach Emel has a ton of great insight about how he has been able to help take his team from the bottom, to the top! Give it a listen. 

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Episode 13 brings us coach Josh Lindke, who is currently the Pass Game Coordinator/QB Coach at powerhouse Toledo Central Catholic in Ohio. In this episode we talk about Coach's experience working on an FBS staff at Bowling Green, becoming a coordinator at the age of 23, overcoming and coaching through personal tragedy, and much, much more. As always, we put Coach on the spot in the "Hot Route" segment. Give this fun episode a listen!

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Episode 12 of A Coach's Challenge Podcast has us speaking with Lake Forest College Offensive Line Coach, Tony Shiffman. In this episode we discuss Coaching working in multiple states, making the jump from coaching high school football to coaching in college, and his success on social media with the Hog Football Chat. Even as an offensive lineman, Coach Shiffman tests his toughness in the "Hot Route" segment. Give it a listen!

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Today's episode of A Coach's Challenge Podcast has us speaking with current University of Hawaii defensive assistant, Woody Blevins. Coach Blevins tells us one of the most fascinating stories of perseverance, and not taking no for an answer. Coach also gives great advice to any coaches out there who are looking to climb the ranks in the business of coaching. All of Coach's knowledge and experience still doesn't save him from the "Hot Route" segment. Truly a remarkable story, and a must listen. Check it out! 

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The 10th episode of A Coach's Challenge Podcast brings us prominent young coach from South Jersey, Steve Scanlon. In this episode we discuss Coach's journey from overcoming academic probation, a serious health scare, and much more in order to become Coach of the Year in 2018. Coach gives us great insight on what it takes to turn around a program, and much more, on this fun episode of A Coach's Challenge!

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Episode 9 of A Coach's Challenge Podcast brings us local success story, Rasheed Bailey. Rasheed documents his time at Division-III Delaware Valley University, the whirlwind journey he had through the NFL, and his current time in the CFL. This motivational story of determination and perseverance is a must listen for anyone!!

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Our final podcast of 2019 brings us prominent young coach, Dan Casey. Coach Casey is the Head Coach at St. David's School in Raleigh, NC. In this episode we discuss what it was like attending 3 different high schools in his career, some of Coach's philosophies, his popularity on social media, and his honor of being recognized by the AFCA as one of the Top 35 Coaches under the age of 35. There is great information in this fun episode. Give it a listen.

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On Episode 7 of A Coach's Challenge Podcast, we speak with Coach Mac who is currently the Head Football Coach at Orange Park High School in Florida. We talk about Coach making the move from Long Island, to Florida, as well as what it was like leaving a school after 15 years. We also talk about how Coach calls both sides of the game without a call sheet. As always, we ask those pressing questions on the Hot Route. Give it a listen!

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This episode of A Coach's Challenge Podcast brings well known football coach, Kurt Hines. Coach Hines is currently the Head Coach at Coronado High School in California, and is widely popular on social media due to his inspirational messages. In this episode we discuss coach's journey including his cross country move after he was well established where he was, we speak about what motivates him, we discuss finding your "why", and as always, Coach answers those burning questions in the Hot Route segment. Give it a listen!

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On this episode of A Coach's Challenge Podcast, we battle through audio issues, and speak with coach Jim Collins, a former high school head coach, and currently the Director of Operations/Pro Scout Liaison for the Tropical Bowl, FCS Bowl, National Bowl, and Team America. We discuss the recruiting process to these college all-star games, and much more. Be sure to give us a listen!

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On this episode of A Coach's Challenge podcast, we speak with McLean County High School (KY) Head Coach Zach Wagner. Coach Wagner details what it was like growing up in a football family and coaching with his father,  taking over and rebuilding a program in rural Kentucky, and still using a gameplay that strays from todays norm. As usual, Coach has got some quick answers in the "Hot Route" segment. Give it a listen!

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On this episode of A Coach's Challenge we speak with Washington Twp (NJ) Head Coach, Mike Schatzman. Coach Schatzman explains how his team raised $40,000 in 4 days, what it's like preparing for a rigorous South Jersey schedule, and even makes a controversial choice for best Philly cheesesteak!. A fun session, give it a listen.

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Today we speak with coach Nick Wright, who tells us how at 24 years old, he came to form his own youth football league. We also dive into what it takes to properly manage your time as a coach/educator, and as always, the famous "Hot Route" segment, in which Coach Wright calls an audible of his own. Be sure to check out this fun episode!!

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Today on A Coach's Challenge we speak with accomplished football coach, clinic speakers, and published author, Kenny Simpson. We talk about his new book, coaching in today's society, and much more!