Defense

The Defense Track focuses on game plans, adjustments, and strategies to shut down opponents and create game-changing plays. Learn from top coaches as they break down defensive fundamentals, pressure packages, coverage concepts, and tactics to counter modern offenses.

Meet our Speakers

We've gathered some of the top experts in the field to discuss this topic. With years of experience between them, they're well-equipped to offer invaluable insights and perspectives.

DJ Campbell

DJ Campbell

Head Coach, Centennial High School (NV) Class 5A Division III

Ty Harper

Ty Harper

Head Coach, Chautauqua Lake/Westfield/Brocton

Eric Kasperowicz

Eric Kasperowicz

Head Coach, Mars HS (2x State Champ HC at Pine-Richland)

Drew Sanders

Drew Sanders

Head Coach, Vandegrift HS (TX

Steve Buecker

Steve Buecker

Defensive Coordinator, Rochester HS - Illinois

Nathan Foster

Nathan Foster

Defensive Coordinator, Union HS (OK)

Cody Gardner

Cody Gardner

Defensive Coordinator, Corner Canyon - 5x Utah State Champ

Pete Pappas

Pete Pappas

Defensive Coordinator, St. Edward HS (Ohio 7x Division 1 State Champ)

Talks

Creating the Terminology and Identity of Your Defense

27 March 2025, 11:15 PM
Pete Pappas

Teaching Defensive Philosophy: Alignments, Assignments, and Execution

27 March 2025, 11:50 PM
Eric Kasperowicz

Foundational Concepts - Defensive Pot Pie

28 March 2025, 12:25 AM
Drew Sanders

How to Defend Zone Running Schemes Effectively

03 April 2025, 01:25 AM
DJ Campbell

Roundtable: Run Stopping Mastery

03 April 2025, 02:40 AM
Cody Gardner DJ Campbell Ty Harper Nathan Foster Steve Buecker