Coach Mark Nolan dives into the problem of ego-driven coaching in high school sports, contrasting three coach types — politician, survival, and servant — and honoring the legacy of his mentor, Coach Jim Horner.

He shares real stories of favoritism, booster politics, and the rise of private coaching, and urges parents and coaches to demand development, restore trust, and prioritize kids over power and profit.

Coach Mark Nolan likens the modern NIL and transfer portal landscape to a rigged game of Monopoly, where the NCAA, collectives, boosters, agents, and streaming giants control the board while student-athletes and parents face confusion and risk.

He breaks down the players, pitfalls, and hidden costs, and introduces a nine-module NIL video roadmap designed to give parents clarity, protect athletes, and offer practical strategies for navigating deals and the transfer portal.

In this episode we talk with Balint about his rise from youth soccer and local Hornets football to becoming a D1 scholarship kicker at Georgia State. He shares the moment he knew kicking was his path, the Gatlinburg breakthrough, and how national camps shaped his recruiting.

Balint outlines the daily work—stretching, plyometrics, weight training, hydration—and the importance of competing at camps, building relationships with coaches, and developing trust with your long snapper and holder.

He explains why Georgia State felt like home, credits his parents’ sacrifices and faith, and offers clear advice for young kickers and their families: be patient, train smart, communicate with coaches, and stay committed.

Coach Mark Nolan interviews Johnny Gentry, a top high school punter from Blessed Trinity Catholic High School who recently accepted a full scholarship to Georgia Tech. Johnny shares his journey from soccer and basketball to becoming an All-American punter, the importance of private coaching, camp strategies, building relationships with college coaches, and managing the recruiting stress alongside family support.

He offers practical advice for young kickers and punters on training, recovery, patience, and choosing camps and coaches. Johnny explains why he chose Georgia Tech—proximity to home, fit with the coaching staff, and the opportunity to contribute to a team on the rise.

Coach Mark Nolan interviews Jake Snyder, a Class of 2026 specialist from Denmark High School, who earned a full-ride scholarship (plus NIL) to the University of Memphis.

They discuss Jake’s transition from soccer to kicking, the role of camps and private coaching, building relationships with college coaches, the importance of weight training, nutrition, and the mental game, and practical advice for young kickers and punters pursuing college opportunities.

Join Coach Mark Nolan as he explores the evolving landscape of college athletics in this eye-opening episode of Don't Outkick Your Coverage. For over 30 years, Coach Nolan has guided high school athletes and their parents through the transition to college sports, discussing the infamous "cleat chasers" who target young athletes. This episode highlights the challenges posed by NIL deals, roster changes, and the hidden pressures that college athletes face today.

Discover why it's crucial for athletes to stay grounded, avoid unnecessary distractions, and understand the real demands of college athletics. With anecdotes and advice drawn from decades of experience, Coach Nolan offers valuable insights for parents and students alike, urging them to navigate the transition from high school to college with wisdom and focus.

Today, we go over those 29,000 International Foreign Born Student Athletes and the growing numbers cutting in line and the taking the High School Athletes Scholarships from the US High School Athletes.

Hello everyone! Today in this two part Summer Mini Series we talk about the Camps and the Amusement ride type of BT Barnum Barkers (recruiting services and college coaches) telling parents and kids to "come into the BIG TENT" to see that show and all they walk away with is the smell from the Elephants and Horse crap after the show is over!