ABOUT THIS EPISODE
In this episode of the Arena Podcast, Richard Case, the new head coach at Adams-Friendship, prepares to begin his first head coaching job on June 15. Together, we break down the challenges, decisions, and opportunities that come with taking over a program and how a new head coach can attack the first 60 days the right way to build momentum, trust, and culture before the season ever begins.
Topics include:
- summer strength and conditioning
- how to increase attendance and buy-in
- working with multi-sport athletes
- in-home visits
- fall parent meetings
- connecting with youth and middle school coaches
- building culture early
- creating momentum before the season begins
Special guests Rick Jones, Eric Luster, and Ben Startzer also join the conversation to give practical advice and perspective from their own experiences leading successful programs.
If you’re a first-time head coach — or even a veteran looking for fresh ideas — this episode is packed with actionable strategies you can use immediately this summer.
