In this episode presented by Vertical Raise, Jess Loepp, the defensive coordinator at UTSA, discusses the importance of aligning with head coach Jeff Traylor's philosophy of emphasizing perfect effort and physicality on defense. Coach Loepp places emphasis on simplifying the game plan to allow players to perform with speed and confidence. He explains Coach Traylor's two key expectations of perfect effort and physical dominance on defense. Developing Accountability in practice is crucial, with players expected to give their best effort on every rep. He also digs into the unique tackling technique focused on explosive hits for effective tackling and boosting player confidence. The challenge lies in maintaining simplicity in game planning to ensure fast execution. Coach Loepp highlights the collaborative effort among coaches and Coach Traylor's guidance in streamlining strategies for team success, emphasizing effort, physicality, and simplicity in their defensive approach. Chapters Coach Traylor's Expectations Implementing Coach Traylor's Philosophy Teaching the "Cut the Face, Press the Hip" Tackling Technique Monitoring Effort and Accountability Emphasizing How You Play Over What You Do Winning Edge Support our Partners: Learn more about Vertical Raise: Elevate your program's Online Fundraising to new heights Use Vertical Raise’s online fundraising system and raise more money in less time: https://verticalraise.com Multiple fundraising solutions to fit all your program needs Leverage best-in-class technology, texting & email deliverability. An in-person local fundraising coach walks your team through every step of the process. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO The 10% Tool Kit: Explore these pages for helpful tips, a winning edge, and special promotions for Coach and Coordinator Podcast listeners. Sign up for the Weekly Tip Sheet: Be sure to sign-up for our weekly newsletter. Every Tuesday morning, we email out our Weekly Tip Sheet Newsletter – the best ideas from recent Coach and Coordinator Podcast episodes, as well as additional coaching development resources and recommendations sourced specifically for the 10% Coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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