Inside the Headset Presented by CoachComm
Joey McGuire, Head Coach – Texas Tech
May 28, 2026
Joey McGuire joined Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm to discuss his coaching journey, the lessons he learned building championship programs in Texas high school football, and the relationships that shaped his rise to becoming the head coach at Texas Tech Red Raiders football.
During the conversation, Coach McGuire reflects on his early path into coaching after initially pursuing nursing school, the influence of his father, and how volunteering and serving in multiple roles helped launch his career. He shares how mentorship from legendary coaches helped shape his philosophy and explains why staying committed through adversity at Cedar Hill ultimately helped build one of the nation’s premier high school football programs.
Coach McGuire also dives into the importance of relationships, connecting with players and families, building trust within a community, and creating a player-focused culture. He details his transition from the high school ranks to Baylor under Matt Rhule, the challenges of rebuilding at the college level, and how those experiences prepared him to lead Texas Tech.
Follow Coach McGuire and Texas Tech Football here: @JoeyMcGuireTTU & @TexasTechFB
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Joey McGuire, Head Coach – Texas Tech
Joey McGuire joined Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm to discuss his coaching journey, the lessons he learned building championship programs in Texas high school football, and the relationships that shaped his rise to becoming the head coach at Texas Tech Red Raiders football.
During the conversation, Coach McGuire reflects on his early path into coaching after initially pursuing nursing school, the influence of his father, and how volunteering and serving in multiple roles helped launch his career. He shares how mentorship from legendary coaches helped shape his philosophy and explains why staying committed through adversity at Cedar Hill ultimately helped build one of the nation’s premier high school football programs.
Coach McGuire also dives into the importance of relationships, connecting with players and families, building trust within a community, and creating a player-focused culture. He details his transition from the high school ranks to Baylor under Matt Rhule, the challenges of rebuilding at the college level, and how those experiences prepared him to lead Texas Tech.
Follow Coach McGuire and Texas Tech Football here: @JoeyMcGuireTTU & @TexasTechFB
Be sure to follow Inside the Headset on your favorite podcast platform and subscribe to our YouTube channel for exclusive content. If you enjoyed this episode, please give it a like and leave a review—it really helps others discover the show. We drop new episodes every week, so hit that follow button and never miss a moment. Find us here: https://linktr.ee/insidetheheadset
For more information about the AFCA, visit www.AFCA.com. For more interesting articles, check out The Insider and subscribe to our weekly email.
If you are interested in more in-depth articles and videos, please become an AFCA member. You can find out more information about membership and specific member benefits on the AFCA Membership Overview page. If you are ready to join, please fill out the AFCA Membership Application.
