Book Private Football Lessons with Coach Shawn
Though I am new to coaching, I am not new to the game of football! I have played football from the age of 8 to 22, and have playing experience at every position on the field. I played four years of college football at the Division 3 level as an outside linebacker/safety hybrid and defensive end. I have learned from and been coached by individuals with experience at every level of football including NCAA Division 1 FBS, and the NFL. If you are looking for a private coach who will put a hyper-focus on improving footwork, technique, and knowledge contact me, and let's get you or your athlete better!
Concord, NC
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Get to know Coach Shawn
About Me:
4 years of Division 3 college football experience (Lebanon Valley College & Greensboro College)
2x US National Team Devlompmenatal Games Invitee (2015&16)
How I can help you improve your game:
My main focus for athletes I coach/train is footwork, technique, and knowledge. Having good footwork is extremely important at every position in football. Having good feet will directly translate to improving technique. As someone who was undersized at my position having great technique gave me advantages against opponents no matter their size. Lastly having knowledge of the game, as well as why we do what we do on the field will make anyone a more confident football player. That confidence will improve play on the field immensely.
What a typical training session looks like with me:
A typical training plan will look something like this:
-Stretch/Warmup
-Footwork and Agility (Ladder drills, Cone drills, and hurdles)
-Position specific drills (Starting with stance and starts)
-Light conditioning (Sport/position specific)
Career summary and accomplishments:
Defensive Line Coach/JV Defensive Coordinator at Lake Norman Charter High School
Best coach I ever had:
I have two. My first defensive coordinator in college Coach Drake, and my position coach my first year at GC Coach Blair. Both coaches loved football, and more importantly, loved their players.
What athletes and parents should know about me:
I'm always available to answer questions. Never be afraid to ask me about anything that you want to know more about. It could be about drills we work on, things you know you want to improve on, recruiting, or even just about life as a college football player.
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