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Football Fridays in Georgia: On the Road and Under Pressure
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Many teams across Georgia travel 250 miles or more to play road games. As a coach, how do you deal with five-hour road trips? On this episode of the Football Fridays in Georgia podcast, Jon Nelson is joined by Valdosta Head Coach Shelton Felton and Toombs County Head Coach Buddy Martin to discuss how their teams win on the road.
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In this Football Fridays in Georgia podcast episode, we delve into the challenges and strategies associated with traveling long distances for away games. Hear from coaches Shelton Felton and Buddy Martin as they discuss their experiences and approaches to preparing their teams for road matchups.
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- Valdosta Wildcats: Coach Felton shares his approach to splitting up his team for long road trips, ensuring they are well-rested and prepared for the game. He also discusses the importance of creating a hostile environment for their opponents, even when playing away.
- Toombs County Bulldogs: Coach Martin details his team's experience traveling to Rome for their recent game, including the logistics of dividing players and using facilities at Shorter University. He emphasizes the importance of preparing mentally for challenging road environments and ensuring his players are focused on the task at hand.
Join us for in-depth discussions on the challenges of traveling for away games and the strategies coaches employ to ensure their teams are successful on the road.
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