Jonn's Finding Your Why and Taking Risks in Coaching

In this episode of The Coach's Compass, Coach Coop and Jay interview John Matthews, a coach at BGI Academy in Denmark. They discuss the challenges of finding a home as a coach in Europe and the struggle of transitioning from playing to coaching. They also touch on the topic of life after sports and the importance of finding a new passion. John shares his journey of staying in Denmark and how he transitioned from being a player to a teacher and coach. They also discuss the competitive culture in America and how it differs from Europe. In this conversation, Jonn Mathews discusses the challenges and rewards of coaching American football in Europe, particularly in Denmark. He emphasizes the importance of being realistic with young players about their chances of playing in the United States and highlights the success of his academy in developing players who go on to play at the high school and college level. Jonn also shares his experience participating in the NFL's Bill Walsh Diversity Coaching Fellowship and offers advice for coaches looking to advance their careers. Overall, he encourages coaches to find their why, network, and take risks in pursuit of their goals.