Unpopular opinion...
Just because you played in college/NFL doesnt make you a good coach. That's like a student passing my class with 100% and then the next day trying to teach it.
2017 started this program with only 1 player who played tackle football. 2A record 2-8
2018 we improved but forced up to 3A and go 1-9 on the season
2019 going to the playoffs with an 8-2 record!
Love this program, love these boys, love being a Knight!✌🏾's UP!
I was told I couldn't build a football program at a school like ACP. Yesterday we had a full scrimmage practice while our JV team beat Ben Franklin. Most varsity players drove to BFHS to cheer on their brothers right after practice. I'd say they were mistaken.
#FAMILY
#CYT
Wow! Really impressed with what
@ArizonaFBall
and
@CoachJeddFisch
are doing! Appreciate the call just to check in, talk about our players and talk a little ball!
I don't know about other coaches but the day we get our playoff ball always hits home. 3rd in 6 years, first in 4A. Never take these moments for granted.
#JustUS
I'm sorry if this is complaining and if you know me you know in not THAT GUY, but I would LOVE for a reporter to cover small 4A, 3A, 2A schools more. Great stories, great players & coaches. There are more than just 5 programs in our state.
1st year head coach, I walk into a room with Belles, Jones, Wellbrock, Stowers &
@aguanos
. Shaun got up, shook my hand & said congrats coach while everyone sat wondering who I was. Made me feel like I belonged before I knew I did. Congrats again Coach! Great coach, better man!
To say I'm proud of our players and staff is a huge understatement! We were prepared, we fought, and left it all out on the field. Best football game I've been a part of! Love this program!
#JUST
Pressed that button for the last time! Officially done with my Masters in Education w/ emphasis on Athletic Coaching and Leadership! It's been a long journey but I finally feel complete as an educator, coach and leader!
#LevelUp
We scored on a drive. While walking back the opp coach said "what did they run?" Told him "We ran a mesh, I'll run it again!" I paid $300 for this and could care less about winning. 7v7 is just work.....that's it!
#SummerChamps
👎🏾
I'm taken back looking at this new ACP football program. Lost a tough game but man, I just cant believe my program has turned into this! Wasnt able to take it in last night but it hit this morning. Thanks to everyone that came out to support!
#PurpleReign
PC: Maxsportsimages
With AZ becoming a hot bed for HS footbal, time for media outlets to have small school post season awards. I know I have studs at ACP, not to mention players like Chris Weaver, Taggart Caskey, PJ London & those are just the ones I saw this year!
#FootballIsFootball
Got a nice little surprise in the mail today! Would have liked to walk across the stage but a Masters is a Masters! NO MORE SCHOOL!
#NCUGrad2020
#Walktogether
You have reached out about my recruiting process. Recruiting for small schools is a challenge! Let's go over the Who, What, When, Where..and HOW?
I don't have all the answers but in 4 years, 81 colleges have offered our players. Let's talk! Join me Sat!
Back home in AZ & I want to thank
@CoachAI
&
@ChuckT17
for giving an unknown, small school coach an opportunity to coach for
@USNFT
! It's not taken lightly & the highlight of my career. Coaches want to be apart of this family, Im humbled to be in it! Forever
#USALLIN
#BeatCanada
I've seen a few post of programs looking for coaches. So hard in HS to find quality coaches that do it for the right reasons! I'm blessed to have one of the best staffs at all levels! Thank you for all you do!
#GetCoachedUP
#FAMILY
#JustUS
Just had a morning huddle with my juniors who are taking the ACTs today. Wished them luck and told a few dad jokes to calm them down. Young coaches be intentional! Dont say your about academics and miss opportunities to show your players it matters!
#Coaching101
Thank you to
@chandlerazmayor
and Powerhouse Innovative Strategies for the recognition tonight and a great event. I'm humbled and thankful for everyone that helps and supports me!
@CUSDAthletics
@ACPAthletics
Real change doesnt happen overnight. It takes work on many levels and we all have our role. I plant seeds, water and nurture! As a black leader, teacher, mentor and coach, that is my role. My method is simple, have an open mind, faith and most importantly unconditional love!
Things adult males never say:
"I'm so glad I quit football in HS!"
"I'm so glad I never played HS football!"
"HS football did not impact my life at all!"
"I dont miss HS football!"
"I dont talk to any of my HS teammates!"
"I played but I have no stories"
#NoRegrets
🏈
Remember saying I would never be a head coach....was a HC for 7 years. Said I would never be an AD....just signed up for my first conference as an AD and couldn't be more excited!
#GodsPlan
#Blessed
Didnt get our schedule (sore subject) but found out we play
@MVRocketsFB
in our 4A crossover. 2A four years ago and now take on the school that launched my coaching career and battle against a close friend! Cant wait!
#PurpleReign
And there it is!!! One of the coolest offers I've ever seen! Our Manager Nicole is amazing! Above and beyond! Coach Cat recognized it and wants her to come to Lake Forest for a paid internship to manage the Foresters! So happy for her!
#PurpleReign
Not going to post about every ACP Football Leadership session but the 1st one was special. This group is passionate about this program!
#jUSt
@ACPAthletics
@CUSDAthletics
Just dawned on me that out of all the sports and teams I've played or coached on, I've never earned something that said "Champions" on it until now!
#Emo
As a PC alum and former coach I credit where I am now to my experience and opportunity in JUCO! I've sent players through this system and have kids there now. It's more than just football! I hope this doesn't come to fruition.
Multiple sources confirm MCCCD will eliminate football after the 2018 season. Phoenix, Mesa, Scottsdale and Glendale Community Colleges will honor all scholarships through 2019, but this upcoming season will be the last that those schools have football programs.
Told this group when they were freshman to trust me, trust the process and work hard in the classroom! Now these 6️⃣ seniors are leading a 5-1 team with opportunities to play at the next level!
#ClaimYourThrone
*Stepping on soap box*
CAYDEN GIBSON is one of the best defensive players in AZ! Almost 50 sacks in his career against top 6A, 5A, and 4A teams. Big, versatile & a ridiculous motor. Oh and 4.7GPA and 29ACT.
FILM DONT LIE!
*Stepping down!*
I'm at the point where everyone calls me "Coach" The honor and prestige that comes with having my first name replaced is an awesome feeling. One of the few occupations where YOU are the job and referred to as such!
#DreamJob
Extremely humbled and honored to be the Defensive Line Coach for the
@USNFT
U18 team in the International Bowl! Thank you
@CoachAI
for giving me an opportunity to represent my country, family and football program!
#IB2020
Cant say enough about my experience w/
@USNFT
So much love for
@CoachAI
Thank you for allowing me to be a part of such an elite program and coaching staff!
#USALLIN
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Thank you
@CoachAI
for offering me a position on the
@USNFT
coaching staff! Beyond honored for the opportunity to represent my country, family and my program!
#USALLIN
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Developing leaders in your program is crucial to success & has a huge impact on players' lives. Here is my tutorial on how to Develop a Player Leadership Program!
#4TheCulture
This is the best! 22 years after playing for him in high school, Coach Dallas Hickman still showing me love and support! Love you Coach!❤ Thank you for the text and for continuing to show me what being a HS coach is all about!
#JustUS
Keep hearing "ACP football is BUILDING something special!" Over 50 colleges visited/reached out about players, Ed Doherty Luncheon tomorrow and Alum playing for the DII Championship!
"ACP football BUILT something special!"
#JustUS
We have been building this program for 4 years from scratch. No hype, no false claims...we are truly building something special at ACP! Great time to be a KNIGHT!
#PurpleReign
I'm in Canada coaching the greatest game in the world, in a historic stadium, representing my country, playing against Japan! Wild! So blessed and embracing this experience!
Stockings for the homeless. Made this a tradition a few years back. Buy toiletries, put them in a stocking and put them in our cars to hand out if we see someone in need. Challenge you all to join in!
#PayItForward
#RAK
Man, we are battle tested! Payson, Blue Ridge, Valley Christian and Santa Cruz in 6 games. 2-2 against them and lost by less than a TD in our losses. Proud of my boys! Need to go 1-0 this week to wrap up this Region Championship and get ready for the playoffs!
#DESTINY
Alabama is open?!!!
Maybe I am ready to be a head coach again. Anyone know where I can submit my resume? Indeed? ZipRecruiter? CareerBuilder?
#RollTide
When I started the
@ACPFootball17
program I wanted to make it a "must stop" for college coaches. 3 seasons later, I dont have time to eat lunch!
#BeCarefulWhatUAsk4
😂😂 ✌🏾'S UP
Who says you can never go home again! Appreciate seeing my good friend
@SamJ_2000
and my HS Coach Dallas Hickman! Team played great and ready for the season. Thank you
@SlopeFootball
Just had our spring parent meeting! Must have said the word "Family" 20+ times in that hour! If you ask anyone in our program what our program is about, they will say "FAMILY" without hesitation! Build on rock, not sand!
#BeIntentional
Its official! The governing board has approved the ACP Erie move to the new CUSD campus! Thank you
@ChandlerUnified
board for approving the District recommendation! It's a great night to be a KNIGHT!
#uKNIGHTed
Appreciate you
@CodyTCameron
being a supporter of our program and coming to share this special moment with us! Look forward to celebrating more of our players in the future! K's UP!
ACP Head Coach
@CoachBlueford
had 50% of his Senior class sign to a 4-Year University in yesterdays National Signing Day Ceremony. Blueford reflects on the impact his 2021 class had not only on himself as a coach, but for the entire
@ACPFootball17
program.
@CUSDAthletics
@AZHSFB
@CodyTCameron
100% Top questions I get asked:
Does he love football?
Does he love the weight room?
Is he a good leader?
Is he a good student?
.....the ONLY person that can answer those questions is your coach!
School Spotlight:
@ACPKnights
Night of Recognition recipients from April 20, 2022. Congratulations!
#WeAreChandlerUnified
Apple Achievement: Myron Blueford
Outstanding Volunteer: Mike Wright
Superintendent Citizenship: Blake Enwiller
Special day for me! My HS head coach, THE legendary Dallas Hickman came & spoke to my boys about life,family & football! Loved seeing my boys realize how they are connected to generations of players before them. Greatful that he came to share his knowledge! Luv ya Coach!
#FAMILY
That moment I fell in love with football all over again! I owe so much to this sport. All the people I've met, the experience I've had and the great young men I get to mentor and coach! No better job in the world! 🇺🇸
@USNFT
🌵
@azhsfb
✌🏾
@ACPfootball17