Best Mike Granato Podcasts (2024)

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S06E06: Pressure Paths & Defending Briles' System w/ Duane Vaughn (DC at Furman) 1:28:28

2M ago1:28:28

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Season 6 Episode 6 is with Duane Vaughn, Defensive Coordinator at Furman. We discuss his pressure paths, defending the Briles' system, automatic checks to problem formations, & more. Follow Coach Vaughn on Twitter @Coach_DVaughn. Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, the show's account @MDGAPodcast, and the offensive podcast @RunVassOption. Join us on T…

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S06E05: TCU Safety Play & Drills w/ Paul Gonzales 1:15:17

3M ago1:15:17

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Season 6, Episode 5 is with Paul Gonzales, Safeties Coach at TCU. We discuss how he develops Safeties and his free CoachTube course, which is his drill tape. Follow Coach Gonzales on Twitter @RealCoachG. Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, the show's account @MDGAPodcast, and the offensive podcast @RunVassOption. Join us on Twitter to discuss the epis…

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S06E04: Hot Pressure/Coverage and 3rd Down Okie Package w/ Eric Kasperowicz, HC/DC at Mars HS (Pittsburgh PA) 1:13:52

4M ago1:13:52

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Season 6, Episode 4 is with Eric Kasperowicz, Head Coach and Defensive Coordinator at Mars High School in Pittsburgh, PA. Coach K joins me to talk about his Hot Pressure & Coverages and his 3rd Down Okie Package. Follow Coach Kasperowicz on Twitter @CoackKasper. Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, the show's account @MDGAPodcast, and the offensive pod…

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S06E03: Max Pressure Looks & Man Pressure in the 4-2-5 w/ Pat Fox, HC Notre Prep (Pontiac, MI) 1:31:42

4M ago1:31:42

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Season 6, Episode 3 is with Pat Fox, Head Coach at Notre Dame Prep in Pontiac, MI. Coach Fox joins me to talk about his up pressure look and a variety of man pressures. Follow Coach Fox on Twitter @PEFGDefense. Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, the show's account @MDGAPodcast, and the offensive podcast @RunVassOption. Join us on Twitter to discuss t…

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S06E02: Stack D Package & Championship Drills w/ Mike Granato, DC at Coffee HS (Douglas, GA) 1:30:22

5M ago1:30:22

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Season 6, Episode 2 is with Mike Granato, Defensive Coordinator at Coffee High School in Douglas, GA. Coach Granato joins me to discuss his Stack defensive coverages, pressures, when he "breaks it," as well as his championship drills. Follow Coach Granato on Twitter @CoachG_dbnation. Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, the show's account @MDGAPodcast,…

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ANNOUNCING: COACH VASS DEFENSE SYSTEM, COMING IN 2025! 3:58

5M ago3:58

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Coach Vass Defense is a comprehensive, out-of-the-box defensive system with everything you need to coordinate a top-tier defense. The system has a complete, robust, defensive scheme, a modular framework, and a teaching methodology to get into Even, Odd, Mint/Tite, Bear, Odd-Stack, and 3-High Safety structures. Installation videos & schedules Fully …

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S06E01: Run Fits - Max, Solo, Lever-Spill-Lever, and Ball Fits w/ Kyle Cogan (Benedictine College) 1:37:29

6M ago1:37:29

1:37:29

Season 6, Episode 1 is with Kyle Cogan from Benedictine College. Coach Cogan joins me to discuss different run fit categories (Max, Solo, Lever-Spill-Lever, and Ball Fits) and how they would fit against common plays. Follow Coach Cogan on Twitter @CoachCogan. Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, the show's account @MDGAPodcast, and the offensive podcas…

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S05E15: Episode #100 Special with Blake Williams, former NFL & FBS DC, 1:25:11

9M ago1:25:11

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Season 5, Episode 15 is with Blake Williams, former NFL and FBS Defensive Coordinator and Super Bowl winner! We discuss Buddy Ryan, 2 Trap pressures, a special Dbl Corner Blitz, and answer listener questions! Follow Coach Blake Williams on Twitter @Coach_BWilliams. Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, the show's account @MDGAPodcast, and the offensive …

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S05E14: In-Season Q&A - Signal Stealing, 11/20 Personnel FIB, Offensive & Defensive Trends, Wing-T & More w/ Michael Nahum (Marvin Ridge HS, NC) 1:11:16

10M ago1:11:16

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Season 5, Episode 14 is with Marvin Ridge High School Assistant Head Coach and Defensive Coordinator, Michael Nahum. We talk about signal stealing and answer listener questions, including defending 20 Personnel FIB formations, Wing-T, offensive & defensive trends & more! Follow Coach Nahum on Twitter @CoachNahum60. Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, …

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S05E13: In-Season Q&A w/ Kyle Cogan - Preparing for the Possible Return of a Team's Stud Player (2 Offense Prep), Cover 7 vs. Stacks, Sniffer Plan, Playing 42 Personnel Wildcat, & More 1:05:14

10M ago1:05:14

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Season 5, Episode 13 is Kyle Cogan, DB Coach at Benedictine College in Atchinson, Kansas. We answer listener questions, including preparing for a team that runs a different offense when their stud is hurt (he might be coming back), Shotgun, 23 Personnel Wildcat, Cover 7 Triangles to Stack, & More Follow Kyle Cogan on Twitter @CoachCogan. Follow me …

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S05E12: In-Season Q&A w/ Adam Gaylor - Defending Teams with 100 Formations, 12 Personnel YY Wing, 22 Personnel with Unbalanced, & More 1:29:39

11M ago1:29:39

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Season 5, Episode 12 is Adam Gaylor, Jenks HS Defensive Coordinator. We talk about 22 Personnel with Unbalanced, handling 12 Personnel with YY Wing, game-planning multi-formation teams, and much more! Follow Adam Gaylor on Twitter @CoachAdamGaylor. Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, the show's account @MDGAPodcast, and the offensive podcast @RunVassO…

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S05E11: In-Season Q&A w/ Garrett Cox (Alabama, Michigan, Tennessee) - Defending Briles' O, Wristbands, Working for Saban, Smart, Pruitt, Macdonald, & Aranda 1:42:41

11M ago1:42:41

1:42:41

Season 5, Episode 11 is with former Georgia, Wisconsin, Alabama, Tennessee, and Michigan assistant (and 2-time National Champion) Garrett Cox. We talk about defending the Art Briles offense, wristbands, Nickel to 12 Personnel, and working for Nick Saban, Kirby Smart, Jeremy Pruitt, Mike Macdonald, and Dave Aranda. Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, t…

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S05E10: In-Season Q&A w/ Ronnie Wheat (LSU, Baylor) - Bye Week Planning, Press Box, Studying Pass Pro, Catch Technique & More 1:29:43

11M ago1:29:43

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Season 5, Episode 10 is with former LSU & Baylor assistant Ronnie Wheat. We take listener questions related to planning practice during bye weeks, assigning tasks in the press box, studying & attacking pass protection, Catch technique & more! Follow Ronnie on Twitter @CoachRWheat. Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, the show's account @MDGAPodcast, an…

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S05E09: In-Season Q&A - Air Raid, Unbalanced Flexbone, Red Zone Coverages, 1 Dbl #, In-Game Box Etiquette & More 1:33:43

12M ago1:33:43

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Season 5, Episode 9 is a solo effort. I take listener questions related to defending the Air Raid, Unbalanced Flexbone w/ a TE, Red Zone coverages, 1 Double # to a TE, between series box etiquette, and using DBs to defend Boot. Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, the show's account @MDGAPodcast, and the offensive podcast @RunVassOption. Join us on Twi…

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S05E08: The Italian Job: Jerry "Lasso" Gordon Takes Italy by Storm... and the Under Front 1:45:34

12M ago1:45:34

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Season 5 Episode 8 is with Jerry Gordon. Coach joins me to talk about coaching in Italy, including the application process, his defensive philosophy, and most importantly, the delicious food and drink! Follow Jerry Gordon on Twitter, @JerryGordonFB. Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, the show's account @MDGAPodcast, and the offensive podcast @RunVass…

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S05E07: Off-Season Studying & Tampa 2 Coverage & Pressures w/ Brian Vaughn (AKA Blitzology) 1:58:27

1y ago1:58:27

1:58:27

Season 5 Episode 7 is with West Texas A&M Linebacker coach, Brian Vaughn (AKA Blitzology). Coach joins me to talk about his method for off-season studying, what he's found on Tampa 2, and the pressures that come with it, to make Non-Traditional Tampa calls. Follow Brian Vaughn on Twitter, @BrianMVaughn. Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, the show's a…

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Pulling with the Arms in the Golf Swing 🏌🏼‍♂️ 19:37

1y ago19:37

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In this episode of the Athletic Motion Golf podcast, hosts Shaun Webb and Mike Granato dive deep into the topic of "Pulling with the Arms" in the golf swing. They address common misconceptions and provide valuable insights into how the arms play a crucial role in generating clubhead speed and achieving a powerful swing. Listeners will gain a clear …

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S05E06: Using NFL Concepts at the College and HS Level w/ Mark DeLeone (Kansas; fmr Lions, Bears, Chiefs, & Jets) 2:03:37

1+ y ago2:03:37

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Season 5 Episode 6 is with University of Kansas Senior Defense Analyst Mark DeLeone. Coach joins me to talk about concepts from the NFL that can be adapted to the college and high school levels. Topics Include: 3rd Down game planning Cover 3 - Zone vs. Match depending on QB ability Doubling the offense's best player Why teams run Match & more! Foll…

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Listen to THIS before Buying Speed Trainers 🏌🏼‍♀️ 29:32

1+ y ago29:32

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In this must-listen episode of the Athletic Motion Golf podcast, hosts Shaun Webb and Mike Granato unveil the truth about speed trainers and the common misconceptions surrounding them. Before you invest your time and money in these trendy training aids, join Shaun and Mike as they provide invaluable insights and expert analysis that will revolution…

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The Key to Improving Your Swing! 🏌🏼 25:15

1+ y ago25:15

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Get ready to take your golf game to the next level! In this episode of the Athletic Motion Golf podcast, hosts Shaun Webb and Mike Granato explore the exciting ways technology has revolutionized the way golfers practice. They delve into the impact of newer clubs on the feeling of hitting the sweet spot and how to ensure you're making the correct mo…

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S05E05: The Auburn HS (AL) 4-3 Base & Pressure Package w/ Scott Goolsby 1:17:17

1+ y ago1:17:17

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Season 5, Episode 5 is with Scott Goolsby, Defensive Coordinator at Auburn HS, in Auburn, AL. Coach joins me to discuss his 4-3 defensive package. Follow Coach Goolsby on Twitter @CoachScott34. Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, the show's account @MDGAPodcast, and the offensive podcast @RunVassOption. Join us on Twitter to discuss the episode! Here …

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Unlocking the Power of Opposite Movements in the Golf Swing 18:52

1+ y ago18:52

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Looking to improve your golf swing? In this episode of Athletic Motion Golf, Mike Granato and Shaun Webb discuss the importance of body symmetry in the golf swing. They cover the key areas of the body, including the knees, arms, and hips, that need to move in opposite directions for a functional swing. By keeping the knees symmetrical at impact, yo…

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S05E04: The Ole Miss Pass Rush Progression w/ Randall Joyner 1:34:06

1+ y ago1:34:06

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Season 5, Episode 4 is with Randall Joyner, Defensive Line Coach & Run Game Coordinator. We discuss his pass rush progression! Topics Include: The approach Alignments Angles - Power & Speed Stance & Getoff Footwork Use of Hands The moves he teaches & how he teaches them Game planning vs. different setters (puncher, clamper, riser, alternater) Coach…

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Shallowing: How It Can Improve Your Golf Swing 🏌️ 16:36

1+ y ago16:36

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In today's episode of Athletic Motion Golf: the podcast, Mike Granato and Shaun Webb discuss common questions that they have received about their recent podcasts on shallow golf swings. The guys draw on their experience measuring top golfers to provide practical insights that can help you improve your own swings including whether straightening the …

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Don't Ignore This Key Element When You Practice 🏌️ 19:52

1+ y ago19:52

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In today's episode of Athletic Motion Golf: the podcast, Mike Granato and Shaun Webb discuss the importance of camera angles for accurately analyzing a golf swing. They highlight the subjectivity of swing analysis based on where the camera is placed, and emphasize the need for both down the line and face on views for a complete understanding of the…

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S05E03: 16 State Championships in 19 Years: The Alcoa HS Defense w/ Brian Nix 2:13:46

1+ y ago2:13:46

2:13:46

Season 5, Episode 3 is with Brian Nix, Head Coach at Alcoa High School in Alcoa, Tennessee. We discuss his defensive system: fronts, stunts, coverages, and pressures. Topics Include: Alcoa's base package Internal plugs Boundary reduction Choosing DL techniques (5 vs. 4 vs. 4i) Pressure philosophy Stopper calls Specialty defenses Starting with a fou…

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S05E02: The "Nate Woody" 3-4 Defense w/ Chad McGehee, HC at James Clemens HS (Madison, AL) 1:33:59

1+ y ago1:33:59

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Season 5, Episode 2 is with Chad McGehee, Head Coach at James Clemens High School in Madison, AL. Coach McGehee talks about his base structures with boundary and field reduction, coverage adjustments, pressures, things to be ready for if you run the defense, and more! Follow Coach McGehee on Twitter @CoachMcGehee. Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, t…

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S05E01: The Comprehensive Cover 7 Package w/ Kyle Cogan (Benedictine College) 3:09:29

1+ y ago3:09:29

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Season 5, Episode 1 is with Benedictine College Safeties Coach, Kyle Cogan. We discuss his entire Cover 7 package, which he splits into 4 categories: Cones, Brackets, Triangles, and Boxes. The tools in the "Cone" family contain what he calls Indian, Switch, and Outlaw with soft vs. hard call/aggressive vs. passive. The "Bracket" family tools are CC…

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Pros vs Ams - Shallowing Like You've NEVER Seen Before 👀 22:26

1+ y ago22:26

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In today's episode of Athletic Motion Golf: the podcast, Mike Granato and Shaun Webb reveal undeniable data about shallowing your golf club as you've NEVER seen before. By utilizing GEARS 3D technology and a massive database of tour pro swings, Mike and Shaun uncovered the truth about shallowing the club, and trust us when we say, the results will …

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The Key To Making Your BEST Golf Swing 🏌️ 20:23

1+ y ago20:23

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On today’s episode of Athletic Motion Golf: the podcast, Mike Granato and Shaun Webb discuss how everyone loves golf drills when it comes to golf. The guys go over how golf drills can become red flags and how you can get into the “just drill” mindset and break your swing in the process. The guys want to make sure you are drilling the proper techniq…

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S04E18: Mina Kimes Holiday Special - Show Prep, Studying, Professional Development, Analytics, & More! 1:06:43

1+ y ago1:06:43

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Season 4 Episode 18 is with ESPN's Mina Kimes! We talk about a week in her life during football season, balancing fandom & neutrality, show preparation, professional development, analytics, which coach she would start an NFL franchise with, the Championship Question & more! Follow Mina Kimes on Twitter @MinaKimes. Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, t…

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Cut Through the Confusion & Find YOUR Golf Swing 🏌️ 22:41

1+ y ago22:41

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On today’s episode of Athletic Motion Golf: the podcast, Mike Granato and Shaun Webb discuss all the confusing and conflicting advice online when it comes to the golf swing. The guys go over how to remove confusing and conflicting golf instruction, leaving only golf instruction that will help you improve your golf swing and over all game. This epis…

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S04E17: End of Season Self-Scout Process w/ Ben Robertson (Stanford) 1:11:57

1+ y ago1:11:57

1:11:57

Season 4 Episode 17 is with Stanford Defensive Analyst, Ben Robertson. We discuss his end-of-the-season self-scout process, as well as offensive trends that defensive coaches will see next year. Follow Coach Robertson on Twitter @BenR4033. Follow me on Twitter @CoachVass, the show's account @MDGAPodcast, and the offensive podcast @RunVassOption. Jo…

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Master This Putting Skill First! ⛳ 20:03

1+ y ago20:03

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On today’s episode of Athletic Motion Golf: the podcast, Mike Granato and Shaun Webb discuss which Putting Skill is Most Important! Can you be really good about knowing where to stop the golf ball? The guys answer this question and discuss one of the least talked about skills in golf, and a pretty important one: Knowing how to stop the golf ball wh…

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Three Downswing Steepeners to Avoid 😱 21:18

1+ y ago21:18

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On today’s episode of Athletic Motion Golf: the podcast, Mike Granato and Shaun Webb ask an important question "Do you hold a bunch of lag on your downswing?" As the season has come to an end, Mike and Shaun answer this question by going over the top 3 common issues or trends that they have seen over the summer to help with lag! So let's dig into t…

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Three Swing Trends to Avoid 😱 23:19

1+ y ago23:19

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On today’s episode of Athletic Motion Golf: the podcast, Mike Granato and Shaun Webb, as the end of the season is here, they discuss 3 trends that they saw online and in person that are getting golfers in trouble with their Golf Swing! The guys go over what you should start doing NOW, during the off season and into next season to combat some of the…

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S04E16: In-Season Q&A - Defending Shifts, Adjusting Year-to-Year, What to Watch & More w/ Brian Niedermeyer (IMG) 1:45:18

1+ y ago1:45:18

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Season 4 Episode 16 is with IMG Defensive Coordinator, Brian Niedermeyer. We discuss listener-submitted questions. TOPICS INCLUDE Letting Kids Influence Decision Making Hiring Someone from AFCA Practicing Against Formations & Shifts "Dime Rabbits" Sim Pressures Adjusting Personnel Year-to-Year Switching to Odd Fronts What to Watch During the Practi…

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Why You Haven't Been Successful Improving Your Swing 🏌️ 19:02

2y ago19:02

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On today’s episode of Athletic Motion Golf: the podcast, Mike Granato and Shaun Webb go over one of the most difficult things about trying to improve your golf swing. The guys ask a very important question: Do you spend too much time trying to mimic swings you see other golfers do on your quest to find your that perfect swing? They cover perfect ex…

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S04E15: In-Season Q&A - Multiplicity, Sprint Out, Practice Structure, Empty, GA Advice, & More w/ Chad McGehee 2:07:24

2y ago2:07:24

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Season 4, Episode 15 is with Chad McGehee, current Head Coach of James Clemens High School in Madison, AL, and former Hoover High School Defensive Coordinator. Coach joins me to answer listener-submitted game planning questions. Topics include: Packaging a Defense When you See Everything Empty with Best Offensive Players Inside Educating Players ab…

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S04E14: In-Season Q&A - Sugar Huddle, Buck, Pin-Pull, Quarters Install Progression w/ Yosef Fares 1:20:47

2y ago1:20:47

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Season 4 Episode 14 is with Justin Garza HS Head Coach & DB Coach, Yosef Fares. Coach joins me to answer listener-submitted game planning questions. Topics Include: Yosef's Atlanta Falcons Training Camp Journey Taking Over a New Program Defending Sugar Huddles Defending Bucksweep & Pin-Pull Defending the Perimeter at the Middle School Level Quarter…

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Practice THIS for Lower Scores ⛳ 18:26

2y ago18:26

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On today’s episode of Athletic Motion Golf: the podcast, Mike Granato and Shaun Webb go over the most common question that they hear at the end of a lesson…“What Should I Work on when I Practice?” How much time do you have per week to practice your swing? An hour? Maybe two? A lot of us aren't fortunate to have a lot of time to work on our game, so…

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MORE Pro Moves You Should Be Making 🏌️‍♂️ 20:48

2y ago20:48

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On today’s episode of Athletic Motion Golf: the podcast, Mike Granato and Shaun Webb pick up on last podcast's discussion of the differences in Pro movements vs AM movements. And dive deeper into the false impression golfer's suffer from of thinking they lack the youth, body, or strength to make professional quality movements in their golf swing. M…

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S04E13: In-Season Q&A - Jet, Cut Coverage, Flexbone, RZ Coverages & More w/ Kyle Cogan 1:53:15

2y ago1:53:15

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Season 4 Episode 13 is with Benedictine College Safeties Coach, Kyle Cogan. Coach joins me to answer listener-submitted game planning questions. Topics Include: Defending Jet out of the Gun Cut Coverage Question Quick Tips vs. Flexbone Favorite Red Zone Coverages What to Scout? Choosing Coverages When Do You Chase Ghosts? Follow Coach Cogan on Twit…

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Pro Moves are TOO HARD To Make?! ❌ 19:23

2y ago19:23

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On today's episode of Athletic Motion Golf: the podcast, Mike Granato and Shaun Webb discuss how one of the most common questions or comments they receive is that older or formerly injured golfers state that they can't perform pro moves. They're too old or don't have the flexibility or capability to perform these pro golf movements. The guys debunk…

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S04E12: In-Season Q&A - Defending Power Read, 3 High, Tite Front Pass Rush, & More w/ Adam Gaylor 1:44:57

2y ago1:44:57

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Season 4, Episode 12 is with Adam Gaylor, Defensive Coordinator at Jenks High School in Jenks, OK. Coach joins me to answer listener-submitted game planning questions. Topics include Power Read, 12 Personnel with a running QB and sprint-out passing, Coach Gaylor's Float front, how many pressures to carry into a game, defending Split Gun 20/21 perso…

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AMG Myth Busters - Casting 💪 18:38

2y ago18:38

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Today on Athletic Motion Golf: the Podcast, Mike Granato and Shaun Webb are busting myths about the golf swing! In this continuing series of Myth Busters, we go over Casting! This week we discuss the popular myth of keeping the bend in your arm during your downswing to avoid Casting. Our goal is to give you proper feedback about these overly popula…

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Myth Busters - External Rotation to Shallow Your Swing 22:25

2y ago22:25

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Today on Athletic Motion Golf: the Podcast, Mike Granato and Shaun Webb are busting myths about the golf swing! In this continuing series of Myth Busters, we go over External Rotation to Shallow Your Swing. This week we discuss the many “myths” of shallowing the golf club. We discuss the “why” and the “how” of Shallowing your Golf Swing and we go o…

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S04E11: In-Season Q&A - Young DBs, Ace, Split Zn Bluff, FIB, & More w/ Jim Camarillo (Saguaro HS) 1:05:40

2y ago1:05:40

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Season 4, Episode 11 is with Jim Camarillo, Defensive Coordinator at Saguaro High School in Scottsdale, AZ. Coach joins me to answer listener-submitted game planning questions. Topics include training young DBs, playing the pass against 12 Pers Ace w/ run threats, defending Split Zone Bluff, Cover 1 Rat Pressures, 2x1, 11 Personnel FIB Adjustments.…

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Myth Busters - Is Max Rotation For Max Distance really the Answer? 17:08

2y ago17:08

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Today on Athletic Motion Golf: the Podcast, Mike Granato and Shaun Webb are busting myths about the golf swing! In this continuing series of Myth Busters, we' re talking about Max Rotation for Max Distance. This week we discuss the idea and the myths that come with wanting to hit the ball harder to get the max distance! We look at how to move your …

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S04E10: In-Season Q&A - Dbl Moves, 1 1/2 Gaps, Attacking 1/2 Slide Pass Pro & More w/ Cody Alexander 1:25:58

2y ago1:25:58

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Season 4, Episode 10 is with the creator of Match Quarters, Cody Alexander. Coach joins me to answer listener-submitted game planning questions. Topics Include: Defending Double Move Routes Odd Fronts & 4-2-5 Learning the Foundation of Defensive Language Attacking 6-man Sort Protections Wing-T RPOs Split Veer & Bone Call Sheets Defending Different …

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