Podcast Blog – Swarm & Shoot

Episode 1: Coach Matsakis Interviewed by Lynn Groll

Episode 1: Coach Matsakis Interviewed by Lynn Groll Coach Matsakis is being interviewed by Lynn Groll and he is asking Coach Matsakis various questions about the program, past coaching experiences, and upcoming events. Episode 1 Navigational Highlights 3:10- Introduction of Lynn Groll 4:10- Interviewing of Coach Matsakis Starts (Previous Coaching Experiences) 9:05- Talks about Bill …

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Episode 33: Dr.Agnes Caldwell

Academics, Podcast, Program Info

In this episode, Coach Matsakis interviews Dr.Agnes Caldwell who is the Vice President of Academic Affairs and is also the Academic Dean. The two talk about how Dr.Caldwell got into the role she is in today. NAVIGATIONAL HIGHLIGHTS 1:22 – Introduction of Dr. Caldwell 3:25 – Research in Northern Ireland and influence of professors …

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Episode 32: Virtual Reality With Tyler Bolen

Coaches, Podcast, Program Info

In this episode, Coach Matsakis interviews the quarterback’s coach Tyler Bolen about Virtual Reality and what it is being utilized for within the Defiance College Football Program. Music: Bensound.com

Episode 31: Media Strategies

Coaches, Media, Podcast

In this episode, Coach Matsakis and Coach Wehrhahn talk about the strategies that are being used within the internet. The two also talk about what a platform director is. Music: Bensound.com

Episode 30: Community Service With Coach Wilson

Coaches, Community, Podcast

In this episode Coach Matsakis and Coach Wilson talk about the role that Coach Wilson has as the Associate Head Coach of the Defiance College football program. The two also talk about the different programs that the football program is involved with and the community service that the team does.

Episode 29: Recruiting with Christopher Shank

Coaches, Podcast, Recruiting

In this episode, Coach Matsakis interviews Coach Shank who is the Recruiting Coordinator for the Defiance College Yellow Jackets. The two go over an overall analysis of recruiting within the program. Navigational Highlights Introduction: 0:00- 1:10 Recruiting Area: 1:11-2:38 Positional Priorities: 2:39- 4:20 Development/Spring Ball: 4:21-5:04 Process For Recruits: 5:05-6:24 Recruit Visits: …

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Episode 28: Linebackers Coach, Matt Wehrhahn

Coaches, Podcast

In this episode Coach Matsakis introduces the newest addition to the Defiance College Football Staff, Matt Wehrhahn. The two talk about Matt Wehrhahn’s experience as a coach and how he heard about Defiance College. The two also talk about what Coach Wehrhahn looks for in his Linebackers. NAVIGATIONAL HIGHLIGHTS Introduction- 0:00-3:20 Path into …

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Episode 27: New Year, New Plans

Podcast, Program Info

In this episode Coach Matsakis and Lynn Groll will talk about the upcoming plans in the new year and new semester. The two will also talk about the new additions to the program and much more. NAVIGATIONAL HIGHLIGHTS Introduction- 0:00-1:20 Plans-1:21-4:10 Signing Time- 4:11-5:25 Recruiting Visits- 5:30-8:03 Showcasing Defiance- 8:05-9:10 Newcomers- …

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Episode 26: Program Improvements

Podcast, Program Info

In this episode, Coach Matsakis and Lynn Groll talk about dramatic improvements within the program that will have a huge impact. The two talk about fundraising. Coach Matsakis also talks about essential things that the program needs to improve as a whole. NAVIGATIONAL HIGHLIGHTS Intro- 0:00-1:30 Fundraising- 1:31-4:50 Improvements to come- 4:52-10:00 Spring …

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Episode 25: Recruiting and Staffing Plans

Podcast, Program Info, Recruiting

In this episode, Coach Matsakis and Lynn Groll talk about recruiting and staffing plans that will be going on throughout the holiday season. Coach Matsakis talks about each coaches recruiting area in Ohio and out of state. Coach Matsakis will also explain the different things going on with the staff. NAVIGATIONAL HIGHLIGHTS Intro- …

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Episode 24: Off-Season Preview

Podcast, Program Info

In this episode, Coach Matsakis and Lynn Groll talk about the team and their current state. The two also talk about recruiting numbers and dive into a very special announcement that involves the coaching staff. NAVIGATIONAL HIGHLIGHTS Introduction- 0:00-1:30 Recruiting- 1:40-2:53 Changes on the staff- 3:00-8:00 Impact of the whole staff- 8:10-9:50 Roster Spot …

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