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New Jersey coach fights to recognize team prayers ... Northwestern College wins two games in one day ... Helping players succeed off the field ... A 10-1 defense leads to a state title ... Indy schools seek stronger feeder programs ...

Q&A
Fifteen years after he left coaching to spend more time with his family, Don Carthel returned to the sidelines and led West Texas A&M to a conference title. Don Carthel, West Texas A&M

Cover Story
Facing Changes
Whether by choice or by rule, coaches at all levels are altering preseason practice schedules to help their players beat the heat while still getting ready for the opener.

Career Choices
Time to Reflect
If you don't look forward to the first day of practice every year -- and all that goes with it -- it might be time to step back and ask yourself whether you need new challenges, a new coaching job, or just to reassess how you work.

Strength & Conditioning
A Strong Foundation
The right layout can make the weightroom an ally in your efforts to build strong players. One collegiate strength coach explains how to design and outfit this important piece of real estate.

High School Champions
Sidney (N.Y.) High School
Jeff Matthews used an old-school offense to lead Sidney High School to new ground -- a state title.

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