Inside the Headset Presented by CoachComm
Brian Ware, Defensive Coordinator – CY Ranch HS (TX)
July 23, 2026
On this week’s episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we’re joined by Brian Ware, Defensive Coordinator at Cy Ranch High School in Texas.
After stepping away from coaching, Coach Ware discusses what ultimately led him back to the profession and why returning to the sidelines reinforced his passion for developing young athletes. He reflects on the different stages of his coaching career, how his perspective has evolved, and the lessons he’s carried with him along the way.
The conversation also focuses on Coach Ware’s experience as a member of the AFCA 35 Under 35 Coaches Leadership Institute – Presented by Riddell. He explains how the program challenged him to think beyond X’s and O’s by emphasizing leadership, communication, and relationship building. Coach Ware shares why the connections he made through the program continue to impact him professionally and why he believes investing in coaching education is critical for long-term success.
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Brian Ware, Defensive Coordinator – CY Ranch HS (TX)
On this week’s episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we’re joined by Brian Ware, Defensive Coordinator at Cy Ranch High School in Texas.
After stepping away from coaching, Coach Ware discusses what ultimately led him back to the profession and why returning to the sidelines reinforced his passion for developing young athletes. He reflects on the different stages of his coaching career, how his perspective has evolved, and the lessons he’s carried with him along the way.
The conversation also focuses on Coach Ware’s experience as a member of the AFCA 35 Under 35 Coaches Leadership Institute – Presented by Riddell. He explains how the program challenged him to think beyond X’s and O’s by emphasizing leadership, communication, and relationship building. Coach Ware shares why the connections he made through the program continue to impact him professionally and why he believes investing in coaching education is critical for long-term success.
Be sure to subscribe to Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm on your favorite podcast platform and subscribe to the AFCA YouTube channel for new episodes each week.
For more coaching resources and professional development opportunities, visit afca.com. AFCA Membership is open.
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.
