Summary: On this episode of the Coach and Coordinator Podcast, we listen to a returning guest, Coach Kenny Simpson, about how he balances family and football. Coach Simpson is the head coach at Southside High School in Arkansas and he also is the author of the novel, "Find A Way." Tune in and learn about Coach Simpson's journey and his insight into the coaching landscape. 4:11 Stars of your home team 6:34 Coach Simpson's family 11:09 Making career choices 16:24 Dealing with negative press 19:29 Moving recommendations 22:07 Family involvement in your program 25:13 Assistant coaches and their families 26:49 Being present at home 28:11 Maximizing game-planning time 30:30 Cruise clinic 35:09 Lessons for other coaches 37:17 Valuing your players 38:57 Writing "Find Your Way" 41:06 Legacy as a coach You can follow Coach Simpson on Twitter here: @Fbcoachsimpson Related Content: - Kenny Simpson- Find A Way: What I Wish I Knew When I Became A Head Football Coach: https://soundcloud.com/user-804678956/kenny-simpson-mixdown - https://www.fbcoachsimpson.com Coach and Coordinator Podcast Main Show Links: - Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-804678956/tracks - iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/usa-football-coach-and-coordinator-podcast/id1216363733 - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2FMkGaDAACBdFKWXY9WfGs?si=HmE_FNIWQtqOgIDdIWginw - Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/usa-football-coach-and-coordinator-podcast - Pandora: https://www.pandora.com/podcast/usa-football-coach-and-coordinator-podcast/PC:13373 - iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-usa-football-coach-and-coo-43065252/ - Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/listen?u=0#/ps/Ilnxsiopbvaqqu4p3v77g4soope Check out our systems for skill development in blocking, defeating blocks and tackling at footballdevelopment.com. Follow us daily on Twitter for content and interaction @FBDevCoach and be sure to check out X's and O's analysis at blogs.usafootball.com.
