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A podcast focused on 4th down, the most overlooked down in football, hosted by Coach Dan Lundy of 4thDownU.com.

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    • Mar 11, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
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    5 from 28 ratings Listeners of 4th Down Focus that love the show mention: punting, kicking.


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    The 4th Down Focus podcast is an absolute gem for anyone interested in gaining a deeper understanding of the intricacies of the kicking game in football. Hosted by Dan, a highly knowledgeable and experienced coach and player, this podcast offers a wealth of information on everything from technique and strategy to psychology and the importance of data analysis. As both a student athlete and a colleague in the industry, Dan brings a unique perspective that adds depth and credibility to each episode.

    One of the best aspects of The 4th Down Focus podcast is its ability to break down complex concepts into easily understandable terms. Dan has a knack for simplifying even the most technical aspects of kicking and punting, making it accessible to listeners regardless of their level of expertise. Whether you're a casual fan looking to learn more about the mechanics behind successful kicks or a seasoned coach looking for new insights, this podcast has something valuable to offer.

    Another standout aspect is Dan's emphasis on data-driven instruction. He highlights the importance of analyzing performance metrics and using them as tools for improvement. By explaining how data can inform coaching decisions, he provides listeners with tangible strategies for enhancing their own skills or those of their players. This approach sets The 4th Down Focus podcast apart from others in its field, as it goes beyond mere anecdotal advice.

    While it is challenging to identify any major drawbacks to this podcast, one potential improvement could be expanding the range of topics covered. While Dan delves into various aspects related to kicking and punting, there are opportunities to explore other special teams areas or even touch on different positions within football. Expanding the scope would broaden its appeal even further.

    In conclusion, The 4th Down Focus podcast is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in learning more about the art and science behind successful kicking in football. With its clear explanations, emphasis on data analysis, and firsthand expertise from Dan as both an athlete and coach, this podcast provides a unique and enlightening listening experience. Whether you're a player, coach, or simply a fan looking to deepen your knowledge of the game, this podcast is a must-listen.



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    Episode 99 - Luke Jackson, Clutch University founder

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2024 42:29


    For more information on Luke Jackson and Clutch University, visit: https://4thdownu.com/curriculum/mental-performance

    Episode 98 - Taylor Bertolet, 4th Down Performance founder

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2023 43:37


    Taylor Bertolet and Dan Lundy sit down to discuss: The highs and lows of kicking professionally Sports psychology and kicking Total specialist development: technique, mindset, & sports performance Training philosophies for specialists and coaches For more info on Luke Jackson, visit: https://www.4thdownperformance.com

    Episode 97 - Luke Jackson, Clutch University Founder

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2023 30:01


    Luke Jackson and Dan Lundy sit down to discuss: How to mentally approach on and off field training, both in season and off season Bigger is not always better when it comes to training Finding the proper balance between training your mind and your body Mental conditioning tools athletes can use to improving training regimens For more info on Luke Jackson, visit: https://clutch-university.square.site/

    Episode 96 - Mark Koesterer, founder of The Players NIL

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2023 29:56


    Mark Koesterer and Dan Lundy sit down to discuss: Defining Name, Image, & Likeness (NIL) The importance of NIL for today's athletes NIL's relevancy to every athlete The Players NIL, what is it & who does it benefit? For more info on Mark Koesterer, visit: https://theplayersnil.com/

    Episode 95 - Trey Triplette, founder of 3naturalBionutrition.com

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2023 46:02


    Trey Triplette and Dan Lundy sit down to discuss: Hydration vs drinking water Why water isn't enough? Bloodwork, & using results to adjust training plans What bloodwork shows us, how it works, & its benefits Gut health affects digestion, cognitive function, immunity, & physical development Ways to improve gut health Personalized nutrition programs For more info on Trey Triplette, visit: www.3naturalbionutrition.com/

    Episode 94 - Dan LaForest, Influencer Counsel Director; NIL Relationships

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2023 34:44


    Dan LaForest and Dan Lundy sit down to discuss: NIL, its purpose and direction The evolution of college football The transfer portal, what we've learned Recruiting do's & don'ts Communication, & its importance in football Identifying opportunities

    Episode 93 - Ben Fentress, founder of Fentress Kicking

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2023 35:47


    Ben Fentress and Dan Lundy sit down to discuss: Recruiting, an especially tough business for specialists The current state of CFB recruiting A timeline for recruiting The transfer portal, what we've learned Recruiting do's and don'ts Communicating with coaches effectively Being realistic in recruiting

    Episode 92 - Simon Mathiesen, Trackman Football

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2023 34:03


    Simon Mathiesen and Dan Lundy sit down to discuss: Trackman, an unprecedented technology providing real-time data to athletes Taking subjectivity out of training The most overlooked variables in a specialists' process Coaching philosophies Using data/metrics to manage your on/off training and coaching

    Episode 91 - Chris Bowen, Michigan Kicking Academy

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2023 38:19


    Chris Bowen and Dan Lundy sit down to discuss: The inception of Michigan Kicking Academy The value in evaluation camps vs. instructional camps Preparing specialists to be football players Coaching philosophies Mindset, handling adversity 'End in mind' mentality

    Episode 90 - Shane McDonough, former NC State P & current NFL FA

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2023 35:50


    Shane McDonough and Dan Lundy sit down to discuss: HS experiences that prepared Shane for his success as a collegiate specialist Strategies for specialists; managing your short and long term plans (on and off the field) Pro day preparation, and the power of a positive mindset Recruiting, an in depth recount of Shane's career punting for 3 universities in 5 years

    Episode 89 - Jace Riley, founder of 6am Practice

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2023 33:14


    Jace Riley and Dan Lundy sit down to discuss: The inception of 6am Practice, and the motivation to create it 5 habits of success for student-athletes Hardest habits for young people to adopt A parents role in the life of a student-athlete Grades, the recruiting gate key for student-athletes Distractions and their effects on performance

    Episode 88 - Kyle Stelter, Special Teams U founder

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2023 35:57


    Kyle Stelter and Dan Lundy sit down to discuss: The inception of Special Teams U Attributes of a potential LS Differentiating ranking camps and training camps Accommodating athletes in training Compartmentalization, visualization, and getting the most out of athletes *For more information on Kyle Stelter, visit: https://www.specialteamsu.com/

    Episode 87 - Fred Mitchell, namesake of the Fred Mitchell Award

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2023 39:19


    Fred Mitchell and Dan Lundy sit down to discuss: Mitchell's sports background and what led him to kicking The Fred Mitchell Award and the experiences in 13 years of presenting this award Common traits shared by the 13 Fred Mitchell Award recipients The 2022 Fred Mitchell Award winner, Ethan Gettman, and what separated him from the field Mitchell's 1974 proposal to Wilson Sporting Goods for sideline kicking nets *For more information on Fred Mitchell, visit: https://fredmitchellwriter.com/bio/ *For more information on the Fred Mitchell Award, visit: https://fredmitchellaward.com/  

    Episode 86 - Brett Arkelian, UC Davis coach & author of The Kicker's Bible

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2023 54:38


    Brett Arkelian & Dan Lundy sit down to discuss: Transfer portal from a coach's perspective How player's get the attention of college coaches Do's & don'ts of self promotion in recruiting Expectations of specialists entering college football What an in-season weekly schedule looks like for student-athletes Coach specialists through tough times Reflection on writing The Kicker's Bible *For more information on Brett Arkelian, visit: https://www.icemankicking.com/

    Episode 85 - Ricky Krautman, Founder of Ricky Krautman Kicking

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2022 58:24


    Ricky Krautman & Dan Lundy sit down to discuss: Mental toughness Thriving under pressure Visualization Academics and recruiting Social media Intrinsic Motivation The power of gratitude *For more information on Ricky Krautman, visit: http://www.krautmankicking.com/

    Episode 84 - Jaden Oberkrom, Former TCU Kicker Big 12 FG Record Holder

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2022 29:44


    Jaden Oberkrom & Dan Lundy sit down to discuss: Preparing for success at the collegiate level Motivation in starting Oberkrom Kicking Academy (OKA) Notable specialists trained at OKA Faith, & focusing on the controllable Battling cancer Recruiting specialists, focusing on process & ignoring the 'noise' *For more information on Oberkrom's battle with cancer, visit the link: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=jmXcnuL_Oz8https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=jmXcnuL_Oz8

    Episode 83 - Grant Mckinniss, Kicking MD Founder

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2022 22:54


    Grant Mckinniss and Dan Lundy sit down to discuss: Indicators of success in athletes What college programs look for in specialists Kicking camps, and their value in exposure Goal setting Planning your process The Kicking MD story

    Episode 82 - Steve Rausch, founder of Rausch Kicking

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2022 46:51


    Steve Rausch and Dan Lundy sit down to discuss: Handling the stressful environment of college football recruiting Hearing "what" is being communicated, not "how" it is communicated Humility, and its power on and off the gridiron What good coaching looks like Ranking camps and their place in the kicking industry Positive training environments for specialists Compete, don't compare

    Episode 81 - Jörn Scholl, STC European League of Football

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2022 40:55


    Jörn Scholl and Dan Lundy sit down to discuss: Current structure of American Football in Germany Opportunities for German players in college & professionally Evolution of American Football in Europe & the learning process for coaches/players Special teams & its role in American Football clubs in Europe 4th Down University's partnership with the 2022 International Coaches Convention For more information on Coach Scholl or the 2022 International Coaches Convention in December, contact Coach Scholl directly at joern.scholl@web.de

    Episode 80 - Jeff Garner, NKR Director of Snapping

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2022 50:15


    Jeff Garner and Dan Lundy sit down to discuss: Keeping football fun Owning your football experience Why love football, why have a 'why'? Similarities/differences in expectations of HS and college specialists What NKR offers players and coaches nationwide

    Episode 79 - Brion Ashley, CAI Special Teams Coordinator

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2022 30:27


    Brion Ashley and Dan Lundy sit down to discuss: Multi-sport athletes & their success as specialists The value in versatility Holding, an overlooked necessity Lessons learned when transitioning from player to coach

    Episode 78 - Luke Jackson, 4DU Mental Conditioning

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2022 45:08


    Luke Jackson and Dan Lundy sit down to discuss: Psychological health and mental conditioning in football How mental conditioning and sport psychology can be useful to athletes Introduction of the 4th Down Mental Conditioning Program What athletes can expect from the program

    Episode 77 - Isaac Parks

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2022 45:11


    Isaac Parks and Dan Lundy sit down to discuss: HS & youth sports backgrounds that lead to good punters Specialists are evaluated equally at all levels of college football, play where you're wanted The story behind the 'Isaac Punts' YouTube account Inefficient tendencies punters share, and how to identify them

    Episode 76 - Redford Jones, founder of Jones Performance

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2022 41:55


    Redford Jones and Dan Lundy sit down to discuss: HS recruiting experience, and the process that led him to Tulsa Supplementing athletes routine with productive off-field activity/recovery The importance of specialists having a kick/punt/snap-specific off field training plan Advice to the '23 and ‘24 classes leading into their fall seasons Jones Performance story, and personalizing athletes' experiences through objective feedback

    Episode 75 - Evan Burk, author, speaker, coach, & podcaster

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2022 36:40


    Evan Burk and Dan Lundy sit down to discuss: The football coaching journey, a 6 year transition from coaching pop warner to the NFL Burk's latest novel, Finding Intangibles (released in 2022) and how to help organizations identify hidden traits that drive elite performers and championship teams The Highest Level, a weekly leadership podcast hosted by Burk, focused on the intersection of sports and leadership

    Episode 74 - Chris Husby, founder of Phase 3 Kicking

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2022 35:54


    Dan Lundy sits down with Chris Husby to discuss: ­­­­Special Teams Football Academy Phase 3 Kicking, and its impact on the football industry The current state of the kicking industry Recruiting & specialists Separating yourself from competition *Please give us a 5-star rating, a review, subscribe to the show, and share it with a friend! Questions, suggestions, or feedback for the show? Contact me in one of the following ways at your convenience: Website: www.4thdownu.com​ Instagram, ​T​witter: @4thDownU LinkedIn/FaceBook:Dan Lundy YouTube: Click here to subscribe Daniel J. Lundy CEO: ​​4th Down University LLC COO: Kick It Forward Foundation 501​(​c​​)​(3)  Founder: Ricardo Allen Football Camps 

    Episode 73 - AZ Kicking & Training founders, Alex Zendejas Jr. & Sr.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2022 49:21


    Dan Lundy sits down with Alex Zendejas Sr. & Jr. to discuss: ­­­­The AZ Kicking & Training story Coaching philosophies & relating to specialists The AZ Kicking & Training facility designed for specialists Misinformation in recruiting The kicking industry, on & off the field *Please give us a 5-star rating, a review, subscribe to the show, and share it with a friend! Questions, suggestions, or feedback for the show? Contact me in one of the following ways at your convenience: Website: www.4thdownu.com​ Instagram, ​T​witter: @4thDownU LinkedIn/FaceBook:Dan Lundy YouTube: Click here to subscribe Daniel J. Lundy CEO: ​​4th Down University LLC COO: Kick It Forward Foundation 501​(​c​​)​(3)  Founder: Ricardo Allen Football Camps 

    Episode 72 - Craig Montgomery, founder of Montgomery Long Snapping Academy

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2022 34:42


    Dan Lundy sits down with Craig Montgomery to discuss: ­­­­The Montgomery Long Snapping Academy story Sustainability in specialists' movement Utilizing technology in training The business of recruiting long snappers Physical & mental attributes needed for long snapper *Please give us a 5-star rating, a review, subscribe to the show, and share it with a friend! Questions, suggestions, or feedback for the show? Contact me in one of the following ways at your convenience: Website: www.4thdownu.com​ Instagram, ​T​witter: @4thDownU LinkedIn/FaceBook:Dan Lundy YouTube: Click here to subscribe Daniel J. Lundy CEO: ​​4th Down University LLC COO: Kick It Forward Foundation 501​(​c​​)​(3)  Founder: Ricardo Allen Football Camps 

    Episode 71 - Adam Tanalski, Hammer Kicking Academy founder

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2022 37:51


    Dan Lundy sits down with Adam Tanalski to discuss: The HKA story How specialists attract college coaches Common misconceptions in recruiting What to expect at the 1st annual HKA x 4DU camp *Please give us a 5-star rating, a review, subscribe to the show, and share it with a friend! Questions, suggestions, or feedback for the show? Contact me in one of the following ways at your convenience: Website: www.4thdownu.com​ Instagram, ​T​witter: @4thDownU LinkedIn/FaceBook:Dan Lundy YouTube: Click here to subscribe Daniel J. Lundy CEO: ​​4th Down University LLC COO: Kick It Forward Foundation 501​(​c​​)​(3)  Founder: Ricardo Allen Football Camps 

    Episode 70 - Johnny Townsend, NFL Free Agent Punter

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2022 22:09


    Dan Lundy sits down with Johnny Townsend to discuss: Youth sports experience, and its role in preparing him for specializing in punting Recruiting, and lessons learned in the process Handling distractions Quality over quantity mindset The Johnny Townsend Foundation *Please give us a 5-star rating, a review, subscribe to the show, and share it with a friend! Questions, suggestions, or feedback for the show? Contact me in one of the following ways at your convenience: Website: www.4thdownu.com​ Instagram, ​T​witter: @4thDownU LinkedIn/FaceBook:Dan Lundy YouTube: Click here to subscribe Daniel J. Lundy CEO: ​​4th Down University LLC COO: Kick It Forward Foundation 501​(​c​​)​(3)  Founder: Ricardo Allen Football Camps 

    Episode 69 - Luke Jackson, former Mizzou kicker

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2022 49:32


    Dan Lundy sits down with Luke Jackson to discuss: High school football experience, and earning the opportunity to play for Missouri Experience transitioning from high school to collegiate athletics Experience transferring schools as a student-athlete Counseling & psychology services for athletes Mental conditioning for specialists/athletes *Please give us a 5-star rating, a review, subscribe to the show, and share it with a friend! Questions, suggestions, or feedback for the show? Contact me in one of the following ways at your convenience: Website: www.4thdownu.com​ Instagram, ​T​witter: @4thDownU LinkedIn/FaceBook:Dan Lundy YouTube: Click here to subscribe Daniel J. Lundy CEO: ​​4th Down University LLC COO: Kick It Forward Foundation 501​(​c​​)​(3)  Founder: Ricardo Allen Football Camps 

    Episode 68 - Aaron Perez, Founder of The Punt Factory

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2022 60:38


    Dan Lundy sits down with Coach Aaron Perez to discuss: High school experience and the decision in choosing football over soccer College experience at UCLA, and the process that led to being named 1st Team All Pac10 punter How goalkeeping and soccer helped with punting, and ultimately in being a better punting coach Lundy: Experiences serving as the Director of Punting for Chris Sailer Kicking Lundy: The Punt Factory story and plans moving forward *Please give us a 5-star rating, a review, subscribe to the show, and share it with a friend! Questions, suggestions, or feedback for the show? Contact me in one of the following ways at your convenience: Website: www.4thdownu.com​ Instagram, ​T​witter: @4thDownU LinkedIn/FaceBook:Dan Lundy YouTube: Click here to subscribe Daniel J. Lundy CEO: ​​4th Down University LLC COO: Kick It Forward Foundation 501​(​c​​)​(3)  Founder: Ricardo Allen Football Camps 

    Episode 67 - Bobby April, former NFL Special Teams Coach of the Year

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2022 76:41


    Dan Lundy sits down with Coach Bobby April to discuss his 40+ years coaching at levels of football. Topics covered: First year coaching kickers at USC Relationships & football The difference in coaching 4th down in college & NFL Process & football On/off field traits of successful specialists Making the most of and opportunity *Please give us a 5-star rating, a review, subscribe to the show, and share it with a friend! Questions, suggestions, or feedback for the show? Contact me in one of the following ways at your convenience: Website: www.4thdownu.com​ Instagram, ​T​witter: @4thDownU LinkedIn/FaceBook:Dan Lundy YouTube: Click here to subscribe Daniel J. Lundy CEO: ​​4th Down University LLC COO: Kick It Forward Foundation 501​(​c​​)​(3)  Founder: Ricardo Allen Football Camps 

    Episode 66 - Cliff Ashley, Boston Renegades & Choate STC

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2022 45:11


    Dan Lundy sits down with Coach Cliff Ashley to discuss the scientific method and its importance in football. Topics covered: Rule of 63 FG trajectory Expectations in training Teaching the why Handling Adversity *Please give us a 5-star rating, a review, subscribe to the show, and share it with a friend! Questions, suggestions, or feedback for the show? Contact me in one of the following ways at your convenience: Website: www.4thdownu.com​ Instagram, ​T​witter: @4thDownU LinkedIn/FaceBook:Dan Lundy YouTube: Click here to subscribe Daniel J. Lundy CEO: ​​4th Down University LLC COO: Kick It Forward Foundation 501​(​c​​)​(3)  Founder: Ricardo Allen Football Camps 

    Episode 65 - Dakota Tillman, Coastal Elite Punting Coach

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2022 38:43


    Dakota Tillman, former kicker at Limestone University, current Tattnall HS STC/LB coach, & private punting coach sits down with Dan Lundy to discuss: Transitioning from player to coach Grit & faith Influencers/influences Separating from competition Proactivity *Please give us a 5-star rating, a review, subscribe to the show, and share it with a friend! Questions, suggestions, or feedback for the show? Contact me in one of the following ways at your convenience: Website: www.4thdownu.com​ Instagram, ​T​witter: @4thDownU LinkedIn/FaceBook:Dan Lundy YouTube: Click here to subscribe Daniel J. Lundy CEO: ​​4th Down University LLC COO: Kick It Forward Foundation 501​(​c​​)​(3)  Founder: Ricardo Allen Football Camps 

    Episode 64 - PJ Gibbs: Coach, Author, & USA Football Master Trainer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2022 30:25


    Coach PJ Gibbs is an author, USNFT coach, Team USA Football master trainer, and high school football in Naples, FL. Gibbs sits down with Dan Lundy to discuss: Experiences in 20 years of coaching His novel; what the writing process taught him Team USA Football Recruiting Relationships Please give the show a 5-star rating, a review, subscribe, and share it with a friend! Questions, suggestions, or feedback for the show? You can reach me in several ways. Daniel J. Lundy CEO: ​​4th Down University LLC COO: Kick It Forward Foundation 501​(​c​​)​(3)  Founder: Ricardo Allen Football Camps ​Podcast: 4th Down Focus Website: www.4thdownu.com​ Instagram, ​T​witter: @4thDownU  LinkedIn/FaceBook: Dan Lundy YouTube: Click here to subscribe

    Episode 63 - Chris Fisher, founder of #TXHSFBCHAT

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2022 33:10


    Chris Fisher is the OL coach and academic coordinator at Ridge Point HS in Missouri City, TX. He founded #TXHSFBCHAT to provide a variety of topics and discussions to help HS football coaches improve and find their niche in football. Established in 2015, #TXHSFBCHAT has over 20,000 followers on Twitter and is one of the leading high school football forums in the nation. Fisher sits down with Dan Lundy to discuss: Specialization in coaching Relationships, and their importance in coaching The direction of college football recruiting What to expect at a #TXHSFBCHAT forum Life lessons in football Please give the show a 5-star rating, a review, subscribe, and share it with a friend! Questions, suggestions, or feedback for the show? You can reach me in several ways. Daniel J. Lundy CEO: ​​4th Down University LLC COO: Kick It Forward Foundation 501​(​c​​)​(3)  Founder: Ricardo Allen Football Camps ​Podcast: 4th Down Focus Website: www.4thdownu.com​ Instagram, ​T​witter: @4thDownU  LinkedIn/FaceBook: Dan Lundy YouTube: Click here to subscribe

    Episode 62 - Mike Schmitt, STC/WR/TE Coach at Ripon College

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2022 45:14


    Mike Schmitt is entering his 16th season coaching at Ripon College, a private liberal arts college in Ripon, Wisconsin. Schmitt sits down with Dan Lundy to discuss: A.C.T. like a champion A.C.E. mindset Be an athlete, not a specialist 3 R's of training Business of recruiting specialists  Please give the show a 5-star rating, a review, subscribe, and share it with a friend! Questions, suggestions, or feedback for the show? You can reach me in several ways. Daniel J. Lundy CEO: ​​4th Down University LLC COO: Kick It Forward Foundation 501​(​c​​)​(3)  Founder: Ricardo Allen Football Camps ​Podcast: 4th Down Focus Website: www.4thdownu.com​ Instagram, ​T​witter: @4thDownU  LinkedIn/FaceBook: Dan Lundy YouTube: Click here to subscribe

    Episode 61 - Dylan Torgerson, founder of Torgerson Kicking and Punting

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2021 33:39


    Dylan Torgerson was a kicker and punter at Carroll College. In 2016, he led the NAIA in net punting average and finished 5th in FG percentage. After college Torgerson accepted an assistant special teams coaching position at Carroll College. In 2019, he founded Torgerson Kicking & Punting, a training program for kickers, punters, and snappers located in the northwestern United States. Dan Lundy and Torgerson discuss recruiting, versatile specialists, mental preparation, and handling pressure. Please give us a 5-star rating, a review, subscribe to the show, and share it with a friend! Questions, suggestions, or feedback for the show? You can reach me in several ways at your convenience. Daniel J. Lundy CEO: ​​4th Down University LLC COO: Kick It Forward Foundation 501​(​c​​)​(3)  Founder: Ricardo Allen Football Camps ​Podcast: 4th Down Focus Website: www.4thdownu.com​ Instagram, ​T​witter: @4thDownU  LinkedIn/FaceBook: Dan Lundy YouTube: Click here to subscribe

    Episode 60 - Luke Gaddis, founder of One On One Kicking Northeast

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2021 41:20


    Luke Gaddis was specialist at Stony Brook University from 2005-2008, tying the school's FG record as a true freshman. Gaddis sits down with Dan Lundy to share his story, from beginning his HS career on a soccer pitch to becoming one of the most decorated specialist coaches in northeastern United States. Gaddis shares his philosophy in adding pressure to a training environment and how his perception of specialists, and special teams, changed after making the transition from player to coach. Kicking off a holder's hand in front of thousands of fans and adverse conditions to win or lose a game isn't for everyone. Lundy and Gaddis share a few essential traits specialists must possess when transitioning to major college football. Daniel J. Lundy CEO: ​​4th Down University, LLC COO: Kick It Forward Foundation, 501​(​c​​)​(3)  Founder: Ricardo Allen Football Camps ​Podcast: bleav.com/podcast-show/4th-down-focus/ Website: www.4thDownU.com​ IG, ​T​W​, ​FB: @4thDownU  LinkedIn/FB: Dan Lundy

    Episode 59 - Joe Scelfo, Gardner-Webb University Football Coach

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2021 31:30


    Joe Scelfo, current offensive line and run game coordinator for Gardner-Webb University, sits down with Dan Lundy to discusses his HS recruiting story, college football career, NFL free agency experiences, and what led him to coaching. Scelfo shares his perception of special teams, how it changed after transitioning from player to coach, and essential characteristics specialist's must possess when transitioning into major college football? Please give 4th Down Focus a 5-star rating, a review, subscribe to the show, and share it with a friend! If you have questions for Dan Lundy, suggestions for future topics or guests, or if you have feedback for the show, you can reach him in several ways. Dan Lundy Special Teams Consultant Founder - 4th Down University™️ COO - Kick It Forward Foundation 501(c)3 Founder: Ricardo Allen Football Camps Website: www.4thDownU.com Twitter: @4thDownU Instagram: @4thDownU Facebook: @Dan Lundy Linked-In: @Dan Lundy

    Episode 58 - Spencer Vaux, Kicker Central founder

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2021 16:52


    Dan Lundy sits down with Spencer Vaux, founder of Kicker Central, to discuss the inception of the Kicker Central, his passion for special teams, and plans for Kicker Central moving forward.

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