North Gwinnett (Georgia) H.S. offensive coordinator Stephen Jackson talks balance




Coach and Coordinator Podcast show

Summary: Today’s guest on the USA Football Coach and Coordinator podcast is Steven Jackson, offensive coordinator at North Gwinnett High School (Georgia). In Jackson’s first season, North Gwinnett went 14-1, won the 7A state championship, set the school scoring record and had a 1,000-plus-yard rusher and a 1000-plus-yard receiver, and a 2,500-yard-plus passer. On today’s episode, Jackson and host Keith Grabowski talk about having a balanced offense and the “Perfect Play” practice period. Show Notes 1:23 Jackson’s start in coaching 5:55 Offensive philosophy at North Gwinnett 8:53 Preparing players for Friday Night 13:03 Creating a balanced offense 17:41 Stressing communication within your team 21:29 “Perfect Play” practice period 30:31 A play Coach Jackson shared