Tony Benedetto – LSG Texas High School Football Coaches Show

By Chris Doelle
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Updated: March 10, 2025

LSG Texas High School Football Coaches Show

Season 10 - Episode 1

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Chris Doelle sits down with the Tony Beneddetto.

In this episode of the LSG Texas High School Football Coaches Show, host Chris Doelle sits down with Tony Benedetto, the head coach of Plano East, to discuss his journey and philosophy. Coach Benedetto shares his experiences growing up in the Chicago suburbs where he was deeply influenced by his father, who was also his high school football coach. He outlines his coaching journey, from volunteer positions to becoming the head coach at Plano East. Key moments include his time at Dallas Spruce High School through the Teach for America program and his tenure at Woodrow Wilson. Benedetto emphasizes the importance of building a strong, community-supported football program that focuses on academics, leadership, and community involvement. He also discusses the challenges young coaches face, the unique brotherhood among Texas high school football coaches, and the threats to the sport such as players frequently transferring schools. The episode wraps up with Chris Daley mentioning a free guide to succeed in sports media by connecting with him on social media.

COACHES: we want to hear your story as well. If you are a current or former Texas high school football head coach, contact us and we will set up a time for your interview!

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