Coach and Coordinator Podcast

The Top 22 Strategy: Depth and Flexibility - Alex Gray, Defensive Coordinator, John Carroll

20 Aug 2024

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Alex Gray, the new defensive coordinator for John Carroll University, brings over 20 years of coaching experience, including a successful stint at St. Thomas University in Florida, where his defenses led the Sun Conference in scoring defense and sacks. Coach Gray is known for his aggressive and versatile defensive strategies that leverage player strengths and keep offenses off balance. In this episode, Coach Gray shares his strategies for building depth. He discusses the "Top 22" player list for talent recruitment and how he adapted this approach at St. Thomas. Gray emphasizes athlete versatility, streamlined practice organization, and the need for coaching flexibility. Chapters Introduction to Building Depth The Top 22 Concept Adapting Practice for Versatility Game Day Application Impact on Coaching Staff Winning Edge Developing depth in a football team involves identifying the best athletes regardless of position and preparing them to play multiple roles. By creating a "Top 22" list, coaches can maximize versatility and adaptability, allowing players to fit into various schemes based on their strengths. This approach requires coaches to be well-versed in multiple positions, ensuring effective communication and preparation. While demanding, this strategy results in a more resilient team, ready to face the challenges of a season with a flexible and adaptable depth chart. Be sure to check out our partners Vertical Raise for your fundraising needs, Modern Football Technology for analytics and in-game decision making and Signature Championship Rings when you win the championship this year. Links and information to all of our partners can be found in the description and on coachancoordinator.com in our 10% Tool Kit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The Top 22 Strategy: Depth and Flexibility - Alex Gray, Defensive Coordinator, John Carroll

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13:00H | 21 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

10:00H | 21 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

12:00H | 20 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

2ª PARTE | 06 ENE 2026 | EL PARTIDAZO DE COPE

3ª PARTE | 22 ENE 2026 | EL PARTIDAZO DE COPE

3ª PARTE | 04 MAR 2026 | EL PARTIDAZO DE COPE

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