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Welcome to The Coaching 101 Podcast, hosted by Daniel Chamberlain and Kenny Simpson, where football coaching takes center stage! Whether you're a seasoned football coach, a rookie on the sidelines, or just a die-hard fan eager to learn more about the game, this podcast is your playbook for success.

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Balancing Coaching and Family Life w/ Jamey Simpson and Samantha Chamberlain

August 17, 2025 • Kenny Simpson and Daniel Chamberlain • Season 6 • Episode 11

In this special episode of the Coaching 101 Podcast, hosts Daniel Chamberlain and Kenny Simpson are joined by their wives, Samantha and Jamey to discuss the challenges and rewards of balancing a career in coaching with maintaining a healthy family life. The podcast delves into the importance of family support, effective communication, and integrating family into the team culture. They share personal experiences on handling pressures of coaching, leveraging technology, and setting boundaries. The episode also includes practical tips for improving efficiency in coaching programs and opens up a discussion on how to involve spouses and children in the football community. The episode concludes with some fun football trivia for the wives and a rundown of the show's sponsors.

00:00 Introduction and Special Guests

00:28 Importance of Family in Coaching

01:23 Quote of the Week and Ads

02:37 Program Efficiency and Fundraising

07:05 Challenges of Being a Coaching Spouse

14:33 Balancing Coaching and Family Life

35:19 Impact of Team Success on Family

38:56 Impact of Technology on Coaching

39:45 Balancing Technology and Traditional Methods

42:20 The Role of Executive Function in Coaching

48:12 Family Involvement in Coaching

53:42 Building a Coaching Culture