Tuff Talk with Coach P

In this episode of Tuff Talk with Coach P, we sit down with Coach Keefe “Coach K” Matheny Jr. (@ogprez_coachk) — founder of the OG Ducks youth football program.For more than 24 years, Coach K has been building what many would call a real Duck Dynasty — a football brotherhood that has helped develop standout athletes and strong young men.From the early days of the program to the players who went on to make their mark in football, Coach K shares the journey, the struggles, and the purpose behind the OG Ducks.This conversation goes beyond football. It’s about:MentorshipLeadershipDisciplineBuilding a lasting legacy through youth sportsWhen you invest in young people, you build something bigger than a team — you build a dynasty.

In this episode of Tough Talk with Coach P, we sit down with one of the most promising young defensive standouts in the country — Prince “Jubie” Tavizon, elite EDGE prospect and Oregon commit out of Lincoln High School in San Diego.This isn’t just about football.Prince opens up about the journey behind the highlights — the sacrifices, the faith, the family support, and the mindset it takes to rise as a nationally recognized recruit. From reclassifying to chasing greatness, to preparing for the next level with the Oregon Ducks, this conversation reveals the discipline and belief fueling his rise.Coach P and Prince dive into:• The mentality of an elite EDGE rusher• What separates good players from great ones• The role faith plays in pressure moments• Why Oregon felt like home• The work that happens when nobody’s watchingThis is a True 2 Self Spotlight — raw, focused, and built to inspire the next generation of athletes who are chasing something bigger than the game.🎧 Tap in. Take notes. Stay true to yourself.#ToughTalkWithCoachP #True2Self #PrinceTavizon #OregonFootball #AthleteMindset #NextLevel #PlayerSpotlight

In this episode of TUFF Talk, Coach P sits down with Erik Richards, Managing Partner of Football University and National Scouting Director for the Navy All-American Bowl, for a powerful conversation about the changing world of football.We dive deep into:🏈 How recruiting has evolved at the high school and college levels💰 The real impact of NIL on today’s student-athletes📈 What it truly takes to get on the radar of college programs and pro scouts🎓 How Football University helps develop and expose the next generation of talent🔥 And how the road to the NFL Draft really begins long before collegeErik breaks down myths, shares insider perspective from years of evaluating elite talent, and explains how families can better navigate the new era of exposure, branding, and opportunity in football.If you’re a parent, coach, or athlete trying to understand recruiting, NIL, and what the future of football really looks like — this is an episode you can’t afford to miss.🎙️ Tap in, take notes, and share this with someone chasing the dream the right way.

If the Adults Are Soft, the Kids Don’t Stand a Chance.In this solo episode of TUFF Talk with Coach P, we address a truth most people avoid: the biggest issue in youth sports isn’t the kids — it’s the adults leading them.This conversation isn’t about yelling, fear-based coaching, or old-school abuse. It’s about discipline, consistency, and courage. When adults avoid hard conversations, bend standards, or lead for approval instead of growth, kids pay the price.Coach P breaks down:​What “soft” leadership really looks like​Why inconsistency is more damaging than failure​How adult comfort creates fragile systems​The difference between kindness and cowardice​What real toughness actually requires from leadersIf you coach, parent, sit on a nonprofit board, or claim to care about youth development — this episode is for you.Culture over clout.Accountability over excuses.Kids over ego.Welcome to TUFF Talk — where tough conversations build stronger futures.

In Episode 10, we sit down with Robbie Rouse, running backs coach at Cal Poly Mustangs, to dive deep into the journey that shaped him — on and off the field.From winning a state championship at Madison High School, to earning a full scholarship at Fresno State Bulldogs and becoming the program’s all-time leading rusher, Robbie shares the pivotal moments that defined his path.This conversation goes beyond football. We talk about:The impact of finally having a father figureThe critical role coaches play in young athletes’ livesLessons learned transitioning from player to coachHow life experiences shape leadership, purpose, and legacyRobbie also reflects on his coaching journey across multiple college programs and what continues to drive him today.This episode is about growth, resilience, mentorship, and trusting the journey — even when the road isn’t clear.🎙️ Tune in for an honest, powerful conversation you won’t forget.

In Episode 9 of Tough Talk with Coach P, we sit down with Devon Walker, founder of Limitless, for a raw, honest, and necessary conversation about what youth sports should be building — and where we’re getting it wrong.This isn’t a highlight-reel interview.Devon breaks down what it really means to coach with purpose, why character matters more than clout, and how faith, accountability, and discipline must be at the center of athlete development. We talk about the pressure placed on young athletes, the responsibility coaches carry, and the difference between creating exposure… and creating men.If you’re a coach, parent, athlete, or mentor, this episode will challenge how you think about:• What “success” really looks like in youth sports• Pushing athletes without breaking them• Faith, leadership, and responsibility in coaching• Building culture before chasing exposure• Leaving a legacy that lasts beyond the scoreboardThis is Tough Talk — the conversations most people avoid, but every program needs.🎧 Listen. Reflect. Share it with someone who needs to hear it.#ToughTalkWithCoachP #Limitless #YouthSports #CoachingCulture #FaithAndDiscipline #Leadership #Mentorship #NextGeneration

What does it really take to lead when the lights are brightest and expectations are heavy?In this powerful True2Self Athlete Showcase, Coach P sits down with Zac Benitez, a rising superstar Junior quarterback of the Granite Hills Eagles. He is not just winning championships — he’s learning who he is in the process.From commanding the huddle to carrying pressure most athletes never talk about, Zac opens up about:The mindset of a young QB leading grown expectationsStaying locked in when the noise gets loudConfidence, discipline, and identity on and off the fieldWhat it really means to be true to yourself as an athleteThis isn’t just football talk — it’s a real conversation about leadership, accountability, and becoming more than the jersey you wear.🎧 Whether you’re an athlete, parent, coach, or fan of greatness in the making — this episode will hit home.Real Conversations. Real Accountability. Real Growth.👉 Tap in, subscribe, and share this episode with someone chasing greatness.

In this episode of Tuff Talk with Coach P, Coach P sits down with San Diego legend Mitchy Slick for a real, unfiltered conversation about the Lincoln Hornets, Southeast San Diego, and what it truly takes to build a championship culture from the ground up.Mitchy shares the story behind the story—the grind, the roots, the community pride, and the identity that fuels Lincoln High School’s powerful football tradition. From players “getting it out the mud” to the deep ties the Hornets have in the neighborhood, this episode goes far beyond the scoreboard. It’s about legacy, leadership, and the responsibility that comes with representing Lincoln.If you’re from San Diego, connected to the culture, or simply love conversations built on authenticity and impact, this episode is for you.Tuff Talk with Coach PReal conversations. Real Accountability

In Episode 6 of Tough Talk with Coach P, we tackle one of the most overlooked issues in youth sports: Are we actually coaching the kids in front of us… or are we trying to coach the kid we used to be?This week, Coach P breaks down how our own childhood experiences, old wounds, and past dreams can quietly shape the way we parent, mentor, and lead young athletes. From living through our kids, to overreacting to losses, to carrying old frustrations into new seasons—this episode exposes the subtle ways adults project their past onto players.Most importantly, Coach P shares how to recognize the signs, how to reset our approach, and how to get back to what really matters: supporting the growth, confidence, and well-being of the children we’re responsible for.If you’ve ever coached, parented, or played youth sports, this is an episode that will hit home—and challenge you to reflect, grow, and lead with intention.Tune in now and let’s get better together.

Coach P sits down with Coach Charles James of The James Game on KUSI’s Prep Pigskin Report for a grounded, inside look at the evolving world of San Diego high school and youth football.They discuss the culture of coaching, the rising talent in the region, and practical ways the SD football community can continue strengthening connections between programs. This episode offers a level-headed, insightful look into what’s making San Diego football special—and what can take it even further.

Last week, we broke down the ego-driven side of Daddy Ball — the moments where a parent’s desire to control the outcome can get in the way of a child’s development.Today, we’re flipping that conversation.This episode explores the other side of the story: the fathers who choose legacy over ego.The dads who focus not on playing time, but on building character — discipline, work ethic, resilience, and the mindset needed to win far beyond sports.My guest today is Sean Scales seanscales_— coach, mentor, and someone who has seen firsthand what happens when fathers create the right environment and let the process work.This is Tough Talk with Coach P. mr.wprestonLet’s get into it.

Is your team running on favoritism… or a system?In this episode, Coach P breaks down how to detox “Daddy Ball” once and for all—with a copy-and-paste Fair-Play System that builds trust, keeps kids developing, and lets coaches actually coach.You’ll walk away with:A plug-and-play Parent Huddle Agenda to set expectations early. A transparent Player Evaluation Grid that replaces opinion with proof. Playing-Time Bands so every kid gets development reps by age. A Conflict Ladder that keeps issues calm, clear, and coachable!Because fairness isn’t a feeling—it’s a framework. Let’s rebuild youth sports around trust, development, and actual fun.Listen now to install your Fair-Play System before the next whistle.

In this episode of Tuff Talk with Coach P, we dive deeper into what it really takes to build — and sustain — a championship culture. Coach P explores how true leadership goes beyond the spotlight, and why culture will always outlast clout. From youth programs to executive boards, discover the principles that separate lasting success from short-lived hype.

Real conversations. Real accountability. No sugar-coating.Hosted by Coach Warren “Coach P” Preston — a 22-year football coach, mentor, culture-builder, and founder of the National Sports Report — this podcast cuts through the noise and exposes what truly builds champions.From youth football fields to college sidelines, Coach P has seen it all — the talent, the politics, the excuses, and the culture shift caused by social media. Here, he brings athletes, coaches, and leaders to the table for tough, honest conversations about discipline, leadership, mental toughness, faith, and what it really takes to win in life.This isn’t about clout. It’s about character.Weekly episodes include:Raw conversations with real coaches, athletes, and influencersCulture over clout — how to build programs that actually lastCoaching breakthroughs, leadership lessons, and life accountabilityExclusive insights from one of the most connected figures in youth footballIf you’re tired of highlight-chasing, ego coaching, and fake motivation — welcome home.Culture Over Clout — How Social Media Is Hurting (and Helping) CoachingEverybody wants the spotlight, but few want the standard.In this premiere episode, Coach P breaks down the real tension in today’s coaching world: championship culture vs. social media clout. He exposes how likes, followers, and viral moments are shaping coaching — for better and for worse — and explains how to build a program rooted in discipline, accountability, and authentic leadership.In this episode:How social media is destroying coaching standards — and how it’s helping some coaches winWhy culture beats clout every single timeThe S.N.A.P. Culture Method™ and why it worksReal stories from the field — unfiltered and uncompromisedA challenge to every coach, parent, and athlete listeningThis one sets the tone. No hype. No gimmicks. Just truth.Football coachingYouth footballCoaching cultureLeadership & disciplineCulture over cloutAthlete developmentReal conversationsMental toughnessSports mentorshipCoach P / Warren Preston