The Manny Matsakis Show

This episode today is the final episode of season two! I have had so much fun putting this all together to help us all create a football coaching life on our terms. From delivering football conversations with some of the brightest minds in our game, to gaining profound knowledge from people outside of our industry in those Analysis & Application episodes and those special success principles in Inside Access that help us all move the needle in the right direction. It's all been my privilege to deliver that to you. Today's episode might just be the best one yet! A few months ago, I discovered the foremost expert on the millennial generation… Gabrielle Bosché. I was blown away by her insight and kept thinking about how it all applies to our football coaching profession. For speaking / consulting inquiries: gabriellebosche.com For her books: purposefactorbook.com/ Fogo de Chao Information Patrick Kennedy National Group Sales Contact pkennedy@fogo.com 214-915-2010 (Phone) https://www.fogogroups.com/ Website with locations near you! Get Your Deep Blue Football Coaches Kit Deep Blue Rub Deep Blue Oil Deep Blue Stick (Analgesic) Have the best day ever, Click Here => Deep Blue Coaches Kit Click Here to sign up => The Power Parthenon Newsletter and, you'll receive my report: 20 Lessons I Learned from Bill Snyder.

Inside Access: The Success Principles to empower you to create a football coaching life on your terms! Today's episode of the Manny Matsakis Show is an Inside Access where I show you how to focus for a long time on a single project so that you can complete more work at a higher quality level than multi-tasking. Fogo de Chao Information Patrick Kennedy National Group Sales Contact pkennedy@fogo.com 214-915-2010 (Phone) https://www.fogogroups.com/ Website with locations near you! Get Your Deep Blue Football Coaches Kit Deep Blue Rub Deep Blue Oil Deep Blue Stick (Analgesic) Have the best day ever, Click Here => Deep Blue Coaches Kit Click Here to sign up => The Power Parthenon Newsletter and, you'll receive my report: 20 Lessons I Learned from Bill Snyder.

This episode today is all about one of my good friends in the coaching profession that has influenced so many young men as a legendary high school coach on Staten Island. Jim Munson is one of the best in the business and he is currently coaching at Wagner University in New York since retiring from high school coaching in 2020 after a 31-year run. One more interesting note… Jim has the distinction of building the Tottenville Pirate football program into a perennial PSAL playoff team. He posted a 178-88-3 record at Tottenville. Additionally, his Tottenville teams have made two title game appearances at Yankee Stadium. The number of NFL players he has developed is staggering. Fogo de Chao Information Patrick Kennedy National Group Sales Contact pkennedy@fogo.com 214-915-2010 (Phone) https://www.fogogroups.com/ Website with locations near you! Get Your Deep Blue Football Coaches Kit Deep Blue Rub Deep Blue Oil Deep Blue Stick (Analgesic) Have the best day ever, Click Here => Deep Blue Coaches Kit Click Here to sign up => The Power Parthenon Newsletter and, you'll receive my report: 20 Lessons I Learned from Bill Snyder.

Inside Access: The Success Principles to empower you to create a football coaching life on your terms! Today's episode of the Manny Matsakis Show is an Inside Access where we delve into your Evening Routine, the best way to set up a remarkable day. "The single most important factor in winning your mornings and owning your days is to utilize a technique that puts you in an outstanding state of mind come morning… That would be a proven evening routine.” Resources Oura Ring Beam Powder Foam Roller Sleep Machine BedJet Fogo de Chao Information Patrick Kennedy National Group Sales Contact pkennedy@fogo.com 214-915-2010 (Phone) https://www.fogogroups.com/ Website with locations near you! Get Your Deep Blue Football Coaches Kit Deep Blue Rub Deep Blue Oil Deep Blue Stick (Analgesic) Have the best day ever, Click Here => Deep Blue Coaches Kit Click Here to sign up => The Power Parthenon Newsletter and, you'll receive my report: 20 Lessons I Learned from Bill Snyder.

This episode today is all about one man's journey from playing high school ball in Pennsylvania to becoming an All-American in college which led to a lengthy career in the NFL playing for some legendary coaches that influenced his coaching career. My guest today on this football conversation is Coach Greg Manusky. Greg played ball at Dallas High School then at Colgate University before embarking on a 12-year career in the NFL playing for Joe Gibbs, Denny Green, and Marty Schottenheimer. Greg's coaching career began as a linebacker coach with the Washington Redskins and he became a successful DC at San Francisco, San Diego, Indianapolis as well as Washington. Currently, he is working with Brad White at the University of Kentucky in a quality control role with the vaunted Kentucky Wildcat Defense. One more interesting note… Greg has the distinction of being named on the 2001 All-Madden team and I am sure you will see why in this episode. Fogo de Chao Information Patrick Kennedy National Group Sales Contact pkennedy@fogo.com 214-915-2010 (Phone) https://www.fogogroups.com/ Website with locations near you! Get Your Deep Blue Football Coaches Kit Deep Blue Rub Deep Blue Oil Deep Blue Stick (Analgesic) Have the best day ever, Click Here => Deep Blue Coaches Kit Click Here to sign up => The Power Parthenon Newsletter and, you'll receive my report: 20 Lessons I Learned from Bill Snyder.

This episode today is all about one man's journey to create a football coaching life on his terms. My guest today on this football conversation is Coach Adam Rita. Coach Rita is a true world traveler who left the state of Hawaii to play college football and has wound up coaching in college and the professional ranks of the CFL. A noted offensive strategist he's also had the distinction of being a 4-time Grey Cup champion as a coach as well as winning the prestigious Grey Cup two more times as an executive in the Canadian Football League.   Adam retired from the CFL in 2010 and has traveled the world coaching football in Europe since that time. I'm sure you will enjoy listening to Coach Rita's journey which spans 5 decades of success on the gridiron and includes some outstanding relationships with players and coaches along the way. Enjoy the show! EPISODE LINKS Europlayers Website to Get Jobs! American Football International Fogo de Chao Information Patrick Kennedy National Group Sales Contact pkennedy@fogo.com 214-915-2010 (Phone) https://www.fogogroups.com/ Website with locations near you! Get Your Deep Blue Football Coaches Kit Deep Blue Rub Deep Blue Oil Deep Blue Stick (Analgesic) Have the best day ever, Click Here => Deep Blue Coaches Kit Click Here to sign up => The Power Parthenon Newsletter and, you'll receive my report: 20 Lessons I Learned from Bill Snyder.

My guest today on this football conversation is Stan Bedwell who's one of the premier disciples of Hal Mumme's creation – The Air Raid Offense. My first recollection of meeting Stan was when he was Co-Offensive Coordinator at Manchester University during our game in Defiance, Ohio. Stan has lived the life of a Football Troubadour singing the virtues of the Air Raid on an International stage. He is also known for his karaoke performances. Stan has played overseas for many years and his playing career in Europe has given him the opportunity to explore some beautiful cities and interesting regions of the world. As he straddles his chosen vagabond lifestyle as a football coach and mentor of coaches in the Air Raid he stays uniquely grounded in his lifestyle. I'm sure you will enjoy listening to this International Man of Mystery, the incomparable Stan Bedwell, as he creates a football coaching life on his terms. Fogo de Chao Information Patrick Kennedy National Group Sales Contact pkennedy@fogo.com 214-915-2010 (Phone) https://www.fogogroups.com/ Website with locations near you! Get Your Deep Blue Football Coaches Kit Deep Blue Rub Deep Blue Oil Deep Blue Stick (Analgesic) Have the best day ever, Click Here => Deep Blue Coaches Kit Click Here to sign up => The Power Parthenon Newsletter and, you'll receive my report: 20 Lessons I Learned from Bill Snyder.

My guest today on this football conversation is Mitch Singler. When I first got into college coaching at Kansas State as a GA in 1988, I lived with two guys: Dave Flegal and Bill Singler. Little did I know, that 34 years later the son of Coach Bill Singler would be on my show as one of the rising stars in this coaching profession. Mitch has risen through the coaching ranks after playing receiver at Oregon State University. He went on to work at his alma mater for Mike Riley and Gary Anderson until taking a leap of faith with his wife, Janae to join the staff at Duke University with David Cutcliffe. After much success at Duke. Coach Cutcliffe retired and his staff was left to find their own paths navigating the coaching carousel. In this episode, Mitch shares with us the trials and tribulations of his coaching journey as well as what has influenced him in the profession. Fogo de Chao Information Patrick Kennedy National Group Sales Contact pkennedy@fogo.com 214-915-2010 (Phone) https://www.fogogroups.com/ Website with locations near you! Get Your Deep Blue Football Coaches Kit Deep Blue Rub Deep Blue Oil Deep Blue Stick (Analgesic) Have the best day ever, Click Here => Deep Blue Coaches Kit Click Here to sign up => The Power Parthenon Newsletter and, you'll receive my report: 20 Lessons I Learned from Bill Snyder.

Inside Access: The Success Principles to empower you to create a football coaching life on your terms! Today's episode of The Manny Matsakis Show is an Inside Access where I'll delve into morning routines. We all have them, even though you may not realize you've got one, there's something that you are doing in the morning that kicks your day off. Fogo de Chao Information Patrick Kennedy National Group Sales Contact pkennedy@fogo.com 214-915-2010 (Phone) https://www.fogogroups.com/ Website with locations near you! Get Your Deep Blue Football Coaches Kit Deep Blue Rub Deep Blue Oil Deep Blue Stick (Analgesic) Have the best day ever, Click Here => Deep Blue Coaches Kit Click Here to sign up => The Power Parthenon Newsletter and, you'll receive my report: 20 Lessons I Learned from Bill Snyder.

My guest today on this Football Conversation is the Special Teams Analyst of the Kentucky Wildcats, Coach Louie Matsakis. Louie has had a successful career focusing on the third of the game that is responsible for the most explosive plays in every football game. He grew up in Shadyside, Ohio, and played college football at Emporia State University. Once getting into coaching, Louie has been an integral part of football programs at various levels from D3, FCS, and BCS programs. Fogo de Chao Information Patrick Kennedy National Group Sales Contact pkennedy@fogo.com 214-915-2010 (Phone) https://www.fogogroups.com/ Website with locations near you! Manny's Top 5 Daily doTERRA products.  Peppermint Touch (Energy) Mito2Max (Energy) Adaptiv Touch (Stress) Serenity Softgels (Sleep) Deep Blue Stick (Analgesic) Have the best day ever, Click Here => Manny's Introductory doTERRA Kit + Wholesale Membership Click Here to sign up => The Power Parthenon Newsletter and, you'll receive my report: 20 Lessons I Learned from Bill Snyder.

Today's guest on this Analysis & Application episode is Greg LaFleur. Greg is the pride of Ville Platte, Louisiana. He was a star player at LSU that went on to a 6 year NFL career playing Tight End for the St. Louis Cardinals and the Indianapolis Colts. His career after playing was in Athletic Administration as an Assistant AD at LSU to also becoming the AD at Texas State University, Houston-Tillison, Chicago State University, and Southern University in Baton Rouge. Greg has also served as the national spokesperson for the Kennedy Center Alliance for Arts Education. There are so many lessons to learn for you in this episode that will help you navigate your career aspirations. Fogo de Chao Information Patrick Kennedy National Group Sales Contact pkennedy@fogo.com 214-915-2010 (Phone) https://www.fogogroups.com/ Website with locations near you! Manny's Top 5 Daily doTERRA products.  Peppermint Touch (Energy) Mito2Max (Energy) Adaptiv Touch (Stress) Serenity Softgels (Sleep) Deep Blue Stick (Analgesic) Have the best day ever, Click Here => Manny's Introductory doTERRA Kit + Wholesale Membership Click Here to sign up => The Power Parthenon Newsletter and, you'll receive my report: 20 Lessons I Learned from Bill Snyder.  

Ron McKie is the Offensive Coordinator at Batesburg-Leesville high school in South Carolina. He's a highly successful football coach that is known for running the spread offense and he's also the foremost authority in helping coaches discover their coaching identity through his highly successful YouTube Channel. He has over 25,000 subscribers on this platform which features outstanding quality interviews and Showcasts with top football coaches. Ron and I discuss spread formation football, his influences, and just how he got started in creating his YouTube channel. I was particularly impressed by how well Ron has been able to manage his time and continue to influence our profession by consistently creating must-see content for football coaches. I know you'll also enjoy Ron's advice on how to best learn the secrets to creating your football coaching life in your career with your goals in mind. Ron McKie Resources YouTube Channel Follow on Twitter Follow on Tik Tok Fogo de Chao Information Patrick Kennedy National Group Sales Contact pkennedy@fogo.com 214-915-2010 (Phone) https://www.fogogroups.com/ Website with locations near you! Manny's Top 5 Daily doTERRA products.  Peppermint Touch (Energy) Mito2Max (Energy) Adaptiv Touch (Stress) Serenity Softgels (Sleep) Deep Blue Stick (Analgesic) Have the best day ever, Click Here => Manny's Introductory doTERRA Kit + Wholesale Membership Click Here to sign up => The Power Parthenon Newsletter and, you'll receive my report: 20 Lessons I Learned from Bill Snyder.    

Coach Mike Kelly's successful career has spanned from the small college level to the professional ranks. Mike has been the head coach of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, Valdosta State Blazers, and the Widener Pride.  In this episode, he discusses his path through the coaching ranks and gives you various insights into lessons he has learned and what the game of football has meant to him. Fogo de Chao Information Patrick Kennedy National Group Sales Contact pkennedy@fogo.com 214-915-2010 (Phone) https://www.fogogroups.com/ Website with locations near you! Manny's Top 5 Daily doTERRA products.  Peppermint Touch (Energy) Mito2Max (Energy) Adaptiv Touch (Stress) Serenity Softgels (Sleep) Deep Blue Stick (Analgesic) Have the best day ever, Click Here => Manny's Introductory doTERRA Kit + Wholesale Membership Click Here to sign up => The Power Parthenon Newsletter and, you'll receive my report: 20 Lessons I Learned from Bill Snyder.  

Dr. Matthew Raidbard is the author of "Lead Like A Pro" - Effective leadership styles for athletic coaches. Matthew is a career basketball coach that shares his passion for helping coaches develop and improve their approach to leadership.  In this episode, we delve into different leadership techniques and how you can evaluate your current practices so you can develop a strong leadership style that fits your personal values and beliefs. Dr. Matthew Raidbard Resources WEBSITE: https://www.raidbardleadership.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/coachraidbard LinkedIn: CLICK HERE Fogo de Chao Information Patrick Kennedy National Group Sales Contact pkennedy@fogo.com 214-915-2010 (Phone) https://www.fogogroups.com/ Website with locations near you! Manny's Top 5 Daily doTERRA products.  Peppermint Touch (Energy) Mito2Max (Energy) Adaptiv Touch (Stress) Serenity Softgels (Sleep) Deep Blue Stick (Analgesic) Have the best day ever, Click Here => Manny's Introductory doTERRA Kit + Wholesale Membership Click Here to sign up => The Power Parthenon Newsletter and, you'll receive my report: 20 Lessons I Learned from Bill Snyder.  

Dr. Michael Rudolph is the Senior Scientist at the New York Structural Biology Center and the Senior Editor of Muscular Development magazine. Michael played college football at Hofstra University and in this episode, he shares his insight on physical training and intermittent fasting to help you live a high-quality football coaching lifestyle.  He also gives some poignant viewpoints on the demise of Hofstra football. Fogo de Chao Information Patrick Kennedy National Group Sales Contact pkennedy@fogo.com 214-915-2010 (Phone) https://www.fogogroups.com/ Website with locations near you! Manny's Top 5 Daily doTERRA products.  Peppermint Touch (Energy) Mito2Max (Energy) Adaptiv Touch (Stress) Serenity Softgels (Sleep) Deep Blue Stick (Analgesic) Have the best day ever, Click Here => Manny's Introductory doTERRA Kit + Wholesale Membership Click Here to sign up => The Power Parthenon Newsletter and, you'll receive my report: 20 Lessons I Learned from Bill Snyder.  

If you are searching for a proven strategy to lose weight and optimize your energy listen to Craig Emmerich's insight on the Carnivore Diet.  This conversation is the latest on a diet that you as a football coach should consider to help you create a football coaching life on your terms.  Here are some additional resources that are mentioned in this episode: YouTube Video on Cows and the Environment Keto Website Mind-Body Blog Keto-adapted Website Carnivore Cookbook For exclusive content on this episode go to: MannyMatsakis.com Support the show by signing up for your wholesale account here=>doTERRA Account Holiday Special on Beard Oil! Purchase All 3 of these special limited edition doTERRA beard oils at the best price with your wholesale membership below...   Northern Escape | Balance | Adaptiv plus the wholesale membership / / / CLICK HERE: https://doterra.me/D33Jgepl Manny's Top 5 Daily doTERRA products.  Peppermint Touch (Energy) Mito2Max (Energy) Adaptiv Touch (Stress) Serenity Softgels (Sleep) Deep Blue Stick (Analgesic) Have the best day ever, Click Here => Manny's Introductory doTERRA Kit + Wholesale Membership Click Here to sign up => The Power Parthenon Newsletter and, you'll receive my report: 20 Lessons I Learned from Bill Snyder.  

Tony DeMeo is arguably the foremost authority on option football. With over a dozen football coaching positions during his career, his influence on the game is second to none when it comes to his creativity and leadership style. Tony's journey toward the mastery of option football is nothing but mind-blowing.  For exclusive content on this episode go to: MannyMatsakis.com Support the show by signing up for your wholesale account here=>doTERRA Account Holiday Special on Beard Oil! Purchase All 3 of these special limited edition doTERRA beard oils at the best price with your wholesale membership below...   Northern Escape | Balance | Adaptiv plus the wholesale membership / / / CLICK HERE: https://doterra.me/D33Jgepl Manny's Top 5 Daily doTERRA products.  Peppermint Touch (Energy) Mito2Max (Energy) Adaptiv Touch (Stress) Serenity Softgels (Sleep) Deep Blue Stick (Analgesic) Have the best day ever, Click Here => Manny's Introductory doTERRA Kit + Wholesale Membership Click Here to sign up => The Power Parthenon Newsletter and, you'll receive my report: 20 Lessons I Learned from Bill Snyder.

Troy Sacco is the VP of Global Sales for FOGO de CHAO Brazilian Steakhouse. His story is one of adversity and overcoming obstacles along the way to becoming a star in life after football.  A coach's influence lives on, way after a young man plays for you. In the end, we learn more from our players than we can ever teach them. Just enjoy this process. For exclusive content on this episode go to: MannyMatsakis.com Support the show by signing up for your wholesale account here=>doTERRA Account Holiday Special on Beard Oil! Purchase All 3 of these special limited edition doTERRA beard oils at the best price with your wholesale membership below...   Northern Escape | Balance | Adaptiv plus the wholesale membership / / / CLICK HERE: https://doterra.me/D33Jgepl Manny's Top 5 Daily doTERRA products.  Peppermint Touch (Energy) Mito2Max (Energy) Adaptiv Touch (Stress) Serenity Softgels (Sleep) Deep Blue Stick (Analgesic) Have the best day ever, Click Here => Manny's Introductory doTERRA Kit + Wholesale Membership Click Here to sign up => The Power Parthenon Newsletter and, you'll receive my report: 20 Lessons I Learned from Bill Snyder.

The Vienna Vikings are led by head coach, Chris Calaycay as they head into the first professional football league in Europe since NFL Europe in 2007. A fascinating story about creating a football coaching life on your terms. Vienna Vikings Website For exclusive content on this episode go to: MannyMatsakis.com Support the show by signing up for your wholesale account here=>doTERRA Account Holiday Special on Beard Oil! Purchase All 3 of these special limited edition doTERRA beard oils at the best price with your wholesale membership below...   Northern Escape | Balance | Adaptiv plus the wholesale membership / / / CLICK HERE: https://doterra.me/D33Jgepl Manny's Top 5 Daily doTERRA products.  Peppermint Touch (Energy) Mito2Max (Energy) Adaptiv Touch (Stress) Serenity Softgels (Sleep) Deep Blue Stick (Analgesic) Have the best day ever, Click Here => Manny's Introductory doTERRA Kit + Wholesale Membership Click Here to sign up => The Power Parthenon Newsletter and, you'll receive my report: 20 Lessons I Learned from Bill Snyder.

Don Moxley, the first Sports Scientist at The Ohio State University is a leader in the field of human performance, the science of autophagy, and longevity.  Manny discusses how to take advantage of science as a football coach in a way that will improve the performance of the athlete as well as the coach.  A cutting-edge episode on the topics of Heart Rate Variability, Autophagy, and various modalities to help you gain the edge on and off the field of play.  Spermidine Special Offer Spermidine Life Website 15% Off Discount Code: manny15 Manny's Top 5 Daily doTERRA products.  Peppermint Touch (Energy) Mito2Max (Energy) Adaptiv Touch (Stress) Serenity Softgels (Sleep) Deep Blue Stick (Analgesic) Have the best day ever, Click Here => Manny's Introductory doTERRA Kit + Wholesale Membership Click Here to sign up => The Power Parthenon Newsletter and, you'll receive my report: 20 Lessons I Learned from Bill Snyder.

In a rare interview, Coach Art Briles discuss the process of turning around a football program with Manny Matsakis. These two members of Mike Leach's first staff at Texas Tech take on additional topics of Art's journey from Texas High School to the pinnacle of FBS programs as well as the coaches that have influenced arguably the most explosive offense devised on the gridiron. Click here => BONUS EPISODE CONTENT Fogo de Chao Information Patrick Kennedy National Group Sales Contact pkennedy@fogo.com 214-915-2010 (Phone) https://www.fogogroups.com/ Website with locations near you! Manny's Top 5 Daily doTERRA products.  Peppermint Touch (Energy) Mito2Max (Energy) Adaptiv Touch (Stress) Serenity Softgels (Sleep) Deep Blue Stick (Analgesic) Have the best day ever, Click Here => Manny's Introductory doTERRA Kit + Wholesale Membership Click Here to sign up => The Power Parthenon Newsletter and, you'll receive my report: 20 Lessons I Learned from Bill Snyder.

Coach Matsakis takes time to explain his initial thoughts on moving forward in his career and life after a disagreement with the administration of Defiance College. These are lessons that can help you work towards getting out of the paralyzing effects of losing a job and help you move towards a compelling future.

Manny sat down with his brother, George Matsakis (University of North Texas), at the AFCA Conference in Nashville. They discuss George's career path and how he got into Football Operations. For coaches wondering about what goes into the administrative side of running a football program, this episode will definitely open your eyes to some of the things that goes into it.

Manny shares a key to leadership - reading. All readers are not leaders; yet, all leaders are readers. This is the premise of how you can take a calculated strategy and use some of the methods to uncover those gems from self-improvement through reading. Manny gives his viewpoint on how to best improve your football coaching life through accessing information from others and applying it to your benefit.

The Covid-19 Pandemic has taken a strong hold on our country, and football in the fall is slowly slipping away from a lot of different areas and leagues. On this episode, Manny sits down with Lynn Groll of Black Swamp Football, and Jerry Buti, the Athletic Director at Defiance High School. They discuss what is currently happening in Northwest Ohio at all levels of football, as well as around the country. A great listen to stay up to date on what's happening with fall football, as well as getting an inside perspective on how different places are dealing with the pandemic.

At some point every football coach ages. Our culture has been obsessed with youth. Manny discusses the benefits of the seasoned football coach. Ancient wisdom is applied to help you mature into your golden years as a master of your craft.

Dale Carlson spoke with Manny at the 2020 AFCA Convention in Nashville about his career in college football. The former Head Coach at Tri-State (now Trine University), Ohio Dominican, and Valparaiso, Dale discusses what it's like starting programs from scratch and also walking into some different situations. This interview is a great listen for anyone wanting to know more about what goes into creating a successful program, and how to avoid some mistakes along the way.

The key to rapid growth is innovation. If you are looking to accelerate breakthroughs in your life and football program. Manny talks about the benefits of deliberate thinking.

Manny sat down with Dan Connor (Widener University) at the AFCA Convention for this episode of the podcast. Former NFL Linebacker and Penn State Nittany Lion, Dan currently is the Defensive Coordinator and Linebackers coach for the Pride. Manny and Dan discuss his experience as a player, how he got into coaching, his philosophy for coaching LB's, and much more. A great listen for any coach interested in hearing about a different path into coaching.

Manny sits down and discusses how he approaches creating his visions and ideas. He's been applying these steps to his coaching career since back in 1994 when you began American Football Monthly. Get an inside look at how Manny has created success throughout his career.

Manny talks to Bill Bedenbaugh, the Offensive Line Coach and Co-Offensive Coordinator at the University of Oklahoma. They discuss Bill's experience and growth throughout his career, as well as coaching the offensive line position. Everything from recruiting, developing players, and running the offensive line room.

Manny discusses the Chemistry set mindset that has helped him during his career. He explains the origins of his use of this mindset at Emporia State while expanding on how, why, and when you should implement this way of thinking. A very informative look into the thought process Manny has used in developing some of his offensive schemes throughout the years.

Manny sits down with Jason Phillips.  The two were able to catch up at the 2020 AFCA Convention and discuss a number of topics. Learn more about Jason Phillips' background, some of the memories he and Manny have shared together, as well as some great Run and Shoot insight. Jason is a member of the ring of honor at the University of Houston and twice led the NCAA in receptions.

If the stress of the game as you grind away and possibly poor health is a result. As a high-achieving football coach, you want to work hard with the thought that it will result in victories. Manny discusses the 2x2 matrix and its application to creating a football coaching life on your terms. He also shares a story when he was the head coach at Texas State and how he burned out. Those lessons may apply to you as you move forward in your life. 

Jovon Johnson (Def. Coordinator, Defiance College) joins Manny for an Analysis and Application review on "Coaching Team Defense" by Fritz Shurmur. They discuss a number of things covered throughout the book, including discipline and physicality on the field, defending the run and pass, and practice organization and preparation. Manny and Jovon take a deep dive into the book by one of football's great minds, and there is much to learn from their discussion.

During the 2020 AFCA Convention, Manny sat down with Sarah Hogan (formerly Gigantino) to catch up and discuss her success in the football world. The daughter of Episode 5 guest Greg Gigantino. She discusses her role as the Head Coach's Operations Coordinator with the Atlanta Falcons. , Sarah explains what that job entails, while also reminiscing some great experiences from her career. A great listen for anyone looking to learn more about the administrative side of a football organization! Here's Sarah's bio: https://bit.ly/3vBMfMo  

Manny shares the studio with Matt Wehrhahn and Noah Pistory for an analysis and application discussion on "The Warrior Diet", a book by Ori Hofmekler. They discuss dieting, lifestyle choices, and exercising while living as a football coach. Get ready to learn more about how living a "Warrior" lifestyle can help change the way you look and feel!

Manny Matsakis brings on former Hofstra University Defensive Coordinator Greg Gigantino. It's a wonderful reunion that is brought on by the mutual respect they have from working with each other developing Joe Gardi's "Swarm and Shoot" philosophy of football. Hoftstra continued to go on to become one of the preeminent football programs in the East until the program was dropped by the university. Memories galore and a sad tale of the disruption of a historic program. 

Manny discusses "The Miracle Morning" by Hal Elrod. Providing many guidelines and perspectives on how Hal Elrod sets up a secret formula on getting successful work done before 8 am hits. Listen and enjoy all of Coach Matsakis's advice on how to create a football coaching life on your terms with insight from "The Miracle Morning". Purchase the book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3vElneU  

Manny Matsakis Show features an interview with A.J. Smith, the receiver coach of the XFL's Houston Roughnecks. Recorded in the spring of 2019 before A.J. was on June Jone's staff in Houston. AJ discusses his take on virtual reality coaching, and the opportunities he has been able to create for himself with the help of connections in the Air Raid and Run and Shoot styles of offensive attacks. Check out his latest foray to help coaches with a video player designed to simplify film analysis and keep all of your games within one source: https://tempovideo.com/  

Steven Pressfield's book, “Do the Work” shows you how to complete any type of project. In less than 100 pages, this powerhouse of insight has immediate application for football coaches. Manny takes into account Pressfield's predictable resistance points and utilizes them to share his insight as to how it relates to building a successful football program. Buy the book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3ptZ8XR  

This pilot episode of The Manny Matsakis Show kicks off with Lynn Groll the publisher of Black Swamp Football Magazine. Lynn interviews Coach Matsakis regarding his career as a successful football coach, podcast host, and educator.  Together they delve into topics of Manny's influences from hall-of-fame coaches to what he plans to create in future shows. Check out Lynn on his website: https://blackswampfootball.com/