Inside the Headset Presented by CoachComm
Matt Nardo, Head Coach – Muskingum
May 14, 2026
On this week’s episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we sit down with Matt Nardo, Head Coach at Muskingum University.
In this conversation, Coach Nardo reflects on the sacrifices he made early in his coaching career and how maximizing every opportunity helped shape his path through the profession. He discusses experiences coaching at both the high school and collegiate levels, the importance of stepping outside of your comfort zone, and the lessons he has learned throughout his journey back to Muskingum as head coach.
Coach Nardo also shares insight into building high standards within a program, developing as a leader, and the value of gaining experience from multiple coaching environments. The episode provides practical advice for young coaches looking to grow professionally while staying committed to the long-term process of development.
Follow Coach Nardo and Muskingum Football here: @CoachMNardo & @MuskingumFB
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Matt Nardo, Head Coach – Muskingum
On this week’s episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we sit down with Matt Nardo, Head Coach at Muskingum University.
In this conversation, Coach Nardo reflects on the sacrifices he made early in his coaching career and how maximizing every opportunity helped shape his path through the profession. He discusses experiences coaching at both the high school and collegiate levels, the importance of stepping outside of your comfort zone, and the lessons he has learned throughout his journey back to Muskingum as head coach.
Coach Nardo also shares insight into building high standards within a program, developing as a leader, and the value of gaining experience from multiple coaching environments. The episode provides practical advice for young coaches looking to grow professionally while staying committed to the long-term process of development.
Follow Coach Nardo and Muskingum Football here: @CoachMNardo & @MuskingumFB
Listen to Inside the Headset on your favorite podcast platform and subscribe to the American Football Coaches Association YouTube channel for exclusive content and new episodes every week.
Find Inside the Headset 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.
