One of the best things we did as a staff was break our team down into small groups—what we called battalions. Instead of one big team of 50–60 players…we created groups of 6–8. Why? Because accountability changes when the group gets smaller. It’s one thing for a player to think: “I don’t want to let down 59 teammates.” That’s abstract. It’s another thing to think: “I can’t let down my 7 guys.” That’s personal. 🔒 HOW IT WORKED - Players were divided into small groups (battalions) - Each group had leadership within it - Players were accountable to their group daily - We even had different color shirts for each battalion (see pic) If a player messed up: - First time → individual consequence - Second time → the group was impacted Now it’s not just about discipline…it’s about ownership 💥 WHAT WE LEARNED Players will sometimes let themselves down. Very few will let their teammates down. 🎯 THE REAL WIN The most powerful part? Players started holding each other accountable. Not because coaches said so—but because they didn’t want to be the reason their group suffered. That’s when culture shifts. 🧠 TAKEAWAY FOR COACHES If you want better accountability: 👉 Make your team smaller inside the big team 👉 Create groups where everyone is seen 👉 Let players feel responsibility to each other Because behavior changes when it becomes personal On May 1 you will be able to track things like this daily inside Arena OVR—not just performance, but accountability and teammate behavior.

You know the one—Said it every single day…Didn’t always make sense…But somehow you’ll never forget it. Our OL coach at ULM, JB Grimes, used to say at least twice a day: “I’m not going to piss on your leg and tell you're sweating.” We didn’t fully understand it at the time…But we knew it meant business. 😆 👇 Drop yours below—Best coach phrases you’ve heard (or STILL say today) Let’s build the ultimate list. I’ll start collecting the best ones and turn it into a graphic for the community.

Coaches — I want this to be the most valuable community you’re part of. But I don’t want to guess… I want to build it with you. Quick question — what would help you the MOST right now? 👇 Drop a number (or comment if you’ve got something else): 1. Spring ball practice ideas 2. Culture / team building 3. Leadership & captains 4. Offense (Fast N Wide / scheme) 5. Player accountability (tracking, discipline, OVR-type ideas) 6. Motivation / weekly messaging to players Or just tell me straight—what do you need?