4th Down Focus

Dan Lundy is an alumnus of the University of Miami, where he was a member of the storied 2001 National Championship team that won the Rose Bowl. Following his playing career, Lundy founded 4th Down University, a nationally recognized special teams training and consulting organization. Since its inception, 4th Down University has developed hundreds of Division I kickers, punters, and long snappers, along with dozens of NFL specialists. Among the NFL athletes who train with Coach Lundy are: -Cairo Santos – Chicago Bears (K) -Austin Seibert – Washington Commanders (K) -Tommy Townsend – Houston Texans (P) -Chris Boswell – Pittsburgh Steelers (K) Over the course of his 22-year coaching career, Lundy helped produce: -84 All-Americans (55 NCAA, 29 High School) -3 Lou Groza Award winners (nation’s top collegiate kicker) -4 Ray Guy Award winners (nation’s top collegiate punter) In 2016, Lundy launched the Kick It Forward Foundation, a nonprofit organization that provides free youth football experiences. Coach Lundy is also a featured speaker at premier coaching events, including: -American Football Coaches Association (AFCA) -Nike Coach of the Year Clinics -Glazier Clinics -X&O Football Clinics -Teams Talk -TXHSFBChat -Florida Athletic Coaches Association He is a proud member of The Tour, powered by TrackMan Football, a nationwide circuit that provides verified data, expert instruction, and exposure for specialists at every level. Based in Ormond Beach, Florida, Coach Lundy is married to Aryana Downs. Together, they have three children, Blake, Leighton, and Max.

Episode 103 - Brian Egan, Performance Kicking Academy founder

Brian Egan and Dan Lundy sit down to discuss: The art and science of high-level kicking Egan's journey as Performance Kicking founder Differentiation in instruction and ability level Personalization in coaching athletes Biomechanics and mental fortitude Actionable tips for kickers, coaches, and parents Recruiting trends, training philosophies Unique challenges faced by kickers Transitioning: high school, to college, to the NFL Contact Coach Brian Egan: X: PKA_TX IG: PerformanceKicking Site: www.performancekicking.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

11-03
33:19

Episode 102 - Seth Harrison, Pro Vision Kicking founder

Seth Harrison and Dan Lundy sit down to discuss: -Harrison’s playing career -Founding Pro Vision Kicking -Trackman, and its immediate impact in football -The Tour, and its mission impact on young specialists -Pro Vision Academy -Harrison's coaching purpose and philosophy Contact Coach Harrison: -Site: www.provision.academy/program-football-specialists -E-mail: seth@provision.academy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

06-16
35:45

Episode 101 - Grant McKinniss, Combine Kicking founder

Grant McKinniss and Dan Lundy sit down to discuss: McKinniss' playing career Founding Combine Kicking TrackMan's its immediate impact in the specialist community Introduction of The Tour, #Tour10, & TrackMan All Americans The Kick It Forward Foundation Objectivity, & its importance in evaluating specialists For more info on Grant McKinniss, Combine Kicking, & The Tour, please visit: www.combinekicking.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

05-29
21:51

Episode 100 - Enzo Anthony, 4DU Snapping Director

Enzo Anthony and Dan Lundy sit down to discuss: Anthony's playing experience, on and off the field Why long snapping? Surviving vs. thriving on 4th Down Preparation is key in recruiting Be where your feet are The value in experience & process Training philosophies for specialists and coaches For more info on Enzo Anthony, visit: https://4thdownu.com/staff/enzo-anthony Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

09-02
44:55

Episode 99 - Luke Jackson, Clutch University founder

For more information on Luke Jackson and Clutch University, visit: https://4thdownu.com/curriculum/mental-performance Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

03-11
42:29

Episode 98 - Taylor Bertolet, 4th Down Performance founder

Taylor Bertolet and Dan Lundy sit down to discuss: The highs and lows of kicking professionally Sports psychology and kicking Total specialist development: technique, mindset, & sports performance Training philosophies for specialists and coaches For more info on Luke Jackson, visit: https://www.4thdownperformance.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

06-15
43:37

Episode 97 - Luke Jackson, Clutch University Founder

Luke Jackson and Dan Lundy sit down to discuss: How to mentally approach on and off field training, both in season and off season Bigger is not always better when it comes to training Finding the proper balance between training your mind and your body Mental conditioning tools athletes can use to improving training regimens For more info on Luke Jackson, visit: https://clutch-university.square.site/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

06-06
30:01

Episode 96 - Mark Koesterer, founder of The Players NIL

Mark Koesterer and Dan Lundy sit down to discuss: Defining Name, Image, & Likeness (NIL) The importance of NIL for today's athletes NIL's relevancy to every athlete The Players NIL, what is it & who does it benefit? For more info on Mark Koesterer, visit: https://theplayersnil.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

06-01
29:56

Episode 95 - Trey Triplette, founder of 3naturalBionutrition.com

Trey Triplette and Dan Lundy sit down to discuss: Hydration vs drinking water Why water isn't enough? Bloodwork, & using results to adjust training plans What bloodwork shows us, how it works, & its benefits Gut health affects digestion, cognitive function, immunity, & physical development Ways to improve gut health Personalized nutrition programs For more info on Trey Triplette, visit: www.3naturalbionutrition.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

05-26
46:02

Episode 94 - Dan LaForest, Influencer Counsel Director; NIL Relationships

Dan LaForest and Dan Lundy sit down to discuss: NIL, its purpose and direction The evolution of college football The transfer portal, what we've learned Recruiting do's & don'ts Communication, & its importance in football Identifying opportunities Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

05-17
34:44

Episode 93 - Ben Fentress, founder of Fentress Kicking

Ben Fentress and Dan Lundy sit down to discuss: Recruiting, an especially tough business for specialists The current state of CFB recruiting A timeline for recruiting The transfer portal, what we've learned Recruiting do's and don'ts Communicating with coaches effectively Being realistic in recruiting Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

05-10
35:47

Episode 92 - Simon Mathiesen, Trackman Football

Simon Mathiesen and Dan Lundy sit down to discuss: Trackman, an unprecedented technology providing real-time data to athletes Taking subjectivity out of training The most overlooked variables in a specialists’ process Coaching philosophies Using data/metrics to manage your on/off training and coaching Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

04-24
34:03

Episode 91 - Chris Bowen, Michigan Kicking Academy

Chris Bowen and Dan Lundy sit down to discuss: The inception of Michigan Kicking Academy The value in evaluation camps vs. instructional camps Preparing specialists to be football players Coaching philosophies Mindset, handling adversity 'End in mind' mentality Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

04-13
38:19

Episode 90 - Shane McDonough, former NC State P & current NFL FA

Shane McDonough and Dan Lundy sit down to discuss: HS experiences that prepared Shane for his success as a collegiate specialist Strategies for specialists; managing your short and long term plans (on and off the field) Pro day preparation, and the power of a positive mindset Recruiting, an in depth recount of Shane's career punting for 3 universities in 5 years Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

03-24
35:50

Episode 89 - Jace Riley, founder of 6am Practice

Jace Riley and Dan Lundy sit down to discuss: The inception of 6am Practice, and the motivation to create it 5 habits of success for student-athletes Hardest habits for young people to adopt A parents role in the life of a student-athlete Grades, the recruiting gate key for student-athletes Distractions and their effects on performance Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

02-23
33:14

Episode 88 - Kyle Stelter, Special Teams U founder

Kyle Stelter and Dan Lundy sit down to discuss: The inception of Special Teams U Attributes of a potential LS Differentiating ranking camps and training camps Accommodating athletes in training Compartmentalization, visualization, and getting the most out of athletes *For more information on Kyle Stelter, visit: https://www.specialteamsu.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

02-06
35:57

Episode 87 - Fred Mitchell, namesake of the Fred Mitchell Award

Fred Mitchell and Dan Lundy sit down to discuss: Mitchell's sports background and what led him to kicking The Fred Mitchell Award and the experiences in 13 years of presenting this award Common traits shared by the 13 Fred Mitchell Award recipients The 2022 Fred Mitchell Award winner, Ethan Gettman, and what separated him from the field Mitchell's 1974 proposal to Wilson Sporting Goods for sideline kicking nets *For more information on Fred Mitchell, visit: https://fredmitchellwriter.com/bio/ *For more information on the Fred Mitchell Award, visit: https://fredmitchellaward.com/   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

01-30
39:19

Episode 86 - Brett Arkelian, UC Davis coach & author of The Kicker's Bible

Brett Arkelian & Dan Lundy sit down to discuss: Transfer portal from a coach's perspective How player's get the attention of college coaches Do's & don'ts of self promotion in recruiting Expectations of specialists entering college football What an in-season weekly schedule looks like for student-athletes Coach specialists through tough times Reflection on writing The Kicker's Bible *For more information on Brett Arkelian, visit: https://www.icemankicking.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

01-23
54:38

Episode 85 - Ricky Krautman, Founder of Ricky Krautman Kicking

Ricky Krautman & Dan Lundy sit down to discuss: Mental toughness Thriving under pressure Visualization Academics and recruiting Social media Intrinsic Motivation The power of gratitude *For more information on Ricky Krautman, visit: http://www.krautmankicking.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

12-14
58:24

Episode 84 - Jaden Oberkrom, Former TCU Kicker Big 12 FG Record Holder

Jaden Oberkrom & Dan Lundy sit down to discuss: Preparing for success at the collegiate level Motivation in starting Oberkrom Kicking Academy (OKA) Notable specialists trained at OKA Faith, & focusing on the controllable Battling cancer Recruiting specialists, focusing on process & ignoring the 'noise' *For more information on Oberkrom's battle with cancer, visit the link: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=jmXcnuL_Oz8https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=jmXcnuL_Oz8 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

11-23
29:44

Recommend Channels