Zach Kittley, Head Coach - FAU

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On this week's episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we're joined by Zach Kittley, Head Coach at Florida Atlantic University. Coach Kittley shares his path from following his father's coaching legacy to becoming a Division I head coach, his experiences with the Air Raid offense, and the process of building his staff and culture at FAU.

If you're a coach, player, or fan interested in offensive strategy and leadership, this episode is packed with valuable insight.

Episode Timestamps:

1:13 – Introduction
1:48 – Deciding to pursue coaching
8:10 – Balancing student life and coaching
12:20 – Developing as a QB coach at Texas Tech
15:20 – Opportunity at Houston Christian
18:50 – First challenges as an OC
24:50 – Adapting in the Air Raid offense
26:40 – Lessons from first year as an OC
30:20 – Taking the Western Kentucky job
39:00 – Building a stronger run game
42:30 – Returning to Texas Tech as OC
49:40 – Coaching at his alma mater
54:30 – Building a staff at FAU
1:00:00 – Importance of AFCA 35 Under 35 program
1:01:32 – Conclusion

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