02:09 Elite Combine Standouts, 7-on-7 Challenges, and The Truth About Recruiting Camps
Football 360 Show: NIL, D1 recruiting, Transfer portal, Athletic Development, Strength Training.
Release Date: 03/12/2025
Football 360 Show: NIL, D1 recruiting, Transfer portal, Athletic Development, Strength Training.
Hosts: Matt Biermann & JP Rock 📍 Broadcasted on: X (formerly Twitter), YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, TheFootball360Show.com, and KLIS 590 AM 🔥 TOP HIGHLIGHTS Summer Heat & Early Practice Trends: 🔹 Morning-only practices becoming the norm due to extreme temps 🔹 Kirkwood 7v7 ended early due to heat warnings Scrimmage Recaps & Standouts: 🔹 Parkway West installing a new offense; Matt called plays at recent scrimmage 🔹 Impressive WR core: Max Jones, Max Hurley, and Turkin (big-time catch) 🔹 Gunnar Holmes, Brady Kluba, and Jamal Brooks among standout...
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Hosts: JP Rock & Matt Biermann Platform: YouTube • Spotify • Apple Podcasts • KLIS 590AM 🏈 Episode Summary This special summer edition dives deep into the realities of football camp season, the recruiting grind, and key strategies for exposure. Matt and JP share firsthand stories from Northwestern, Purdue, Mizzou, and Lindenwood camps — including what works, what doesn’t, and how parents and athletes can better navigate the chaos. 🔥 Key Topics Covered Summer Camp Strategy Maximizing exposure during summer recruiting camps Balancing team practice, lifting, 7v7, and...
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🎙️ Football 360 Show – Episode 85 Highlights Hosts: JP Rock & Matt Biermann Broadcast on: KLIS 590 AM – The Lou Information Station Socials: X: Instagram: @EliteFootballAcademy YouTube: 🏈 Main Topics Covered 🏟️ Lindenwood Mega Camp Recap Over 2,000 athletes in attendance – biggest camp yet. Camp operated with military precision – minute-by-minute scheduling. Weather cooperated with no lightning delays despite some rain. Coach Marcus Knows led elite warmups, described as "worth the price of admission." 📊 Testing & Recruiting Intel New...
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Broadcast Info: 📅 Saturdays @ 11AM CST 📍 KLIS 590AM + YouTube + X (Twitter) 🌐 | 1. Scouting & Development Insights The importance of evaluating players early (6th–7th grade) In-person scouting vs. overhyped online blurbs Spotting traits that separate college prospects from high school stars 2. Recruiting Real Talk Why middle school dominance doesn't guarantee high school or college success The truth about ceilings and late bloomers Advice for underclassmen: Compete fearlessly against older players 3. The Jackson Cantwell Effect Nation’s top prospect breaks...
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Hosts: JP Rock & Matt Biermann Theme: “Mega Camp Misconceptions + The Business of Being Ready” 🏈 High School Football Camps Are Here Summer football camps and combines are in full swing. Football is a year-round sport, and players who didn’t train between seasons are falling behind. Being prepared is essential—especially at college exposure events where first impressions matter. 🧪 Mega Camps Are NOT Cash Grabs Response to criticism calling mega camps “cash grabs”: Lindenwood Mega Camp offers verified testing, catapult data, 400+ college coaches, and film...
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🎙️ Hosts: JP Rock & Matt Biermann 📍 Available on: YouTube | X (Twitter) | Spotify | Apple | 🔥 Event Recap: KC Varsity Elite Combine Massive turnout with both seasoned and up-and-coming talent. Athletes received offers on-site — proof of high-level recruiting presence. College coaches were actively observing and networking. Emphasis on talking to coaches directly — players need to advocate for themselves. 🚩 Combine Takeaways & Testing Strategy Some athletes attempted to cherry-pick events (e.g., skipping the 40-yard dash). Coaches view this as a red...
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Recruiting Fair & Showcase Recap 🌧️ Weather scare at DeSmet but event stayed mostly dry — testing ran smoothly. 👥 28 colleges represented across FCS, D2, D3, NAIA, and JUCO levels. 👨🏫 45–50 college coaches attended, plus 35–40 high school coaches. 📣 Strong message: If you're not attending events with coaches watching, you're wasting time and money. 📌 Recruiting Tips & Insights 🎯 Take initiative: Don’t wait for coaches — go introduce yourself. 📋 Coaches walk around with target lists but are always discovering new talent. 🔄...
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🎙️ The Football 360 Show — Episode 80 Guest: Coach Brian Baldwin, Lindenwood University Hosts: Matt Biermann & JP Rock 🔥 Opening Talk Recap of bad weekend weather; KC Varsity Combine rescheduled to May 17. Summer camp season is heating up — 80s expected soon. Lindenwood Mega Camp coming soon — always a scorcher. 🧠 Special Guest: Coach Brian Baldwin Former standout at Cardinal Ritter & Kansas State Widely respected DB developer and coach Currently in his 10th year at Lindenwood University Career path: Normandy → Chaminade → Fort Zumwalt West →...
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🎙 Hosts: JP Rock (@JPRockMO on X, @JPRockScoutsU on IG) Matt Biermann (@EliteFootball on X, @EliteFootballAcademy on IG) 🔥 Episode Highlights: ✅ KC Varsity Combine Recap Cold weather in Kansas City but packed with talent Padded reps for OL/DL a huge hit with athletes and college coaches Controlled chaos turned into high-value reps Serbian athletes made an international splash 📅 Upcoming STL Combine – May 3rd Elite Football staff + photo coverage from Producer Joe Emphasis on verified testing, live reps, and teaching 🎯 Why These Combines Matter College...
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🎙 Hosts: JP Rock (@JPRockMO on X, @JPRockScoutsU on IG) Matt Biermann (@elitefootball on X, @elitefootballacademy on IG) ✅ KC Varsity Combine Recap Cold weather in Kansas City but packed with talent Padded reps for OL/DL a huge hit with athletes and college coaches Controlled chaos turned into high-value reps Serbian athletes made an international splash 📅 Upcoming STL Combine – May 3rd Elite Football staff + photo coverage from Producer Joe Emphasis on verified testing, live reps, and teaching 🎯 Why These Combines Matter College coaches want...
info_outlineWeather Impact on 7-on-7 Tournaments
- Discussion on upcoming 7-on-7 tournament in Tennessee and potential severe weather.
- Memories of past Nashville tournament that was canceled due to a historic storm.
- Challenges of spring outdoor football events, including unpredictable weather conditions.
Elite Football Combine Recap
- Elite 2025 Football Combine took place last Saturday with a great turnout.
- Top performers earned MVP awards, merchandise, and gift cards.
- Notable standout: Dawson Parrott (Lincoln, MO) – Small-school athlete who made a huge impact.
- Importance of regional combines over national, pay-to-play combines.
Recruiting & Combine Strategy
- Regional combines are more valuable for local exposure than national events that invite everyone.
- College coaches immediately request data from Elite Combine performances.
- Caution against money-grab camps that continuously push athletes to attend more events.
- Elite Combine was created to provide a fair, high-quality experience after witnessing issues with past combines.
Top Athletes & Performances
- Rocco Marriott – Dominated testing with a 3.91 pro agility, one of the best ever recorded.
- Milan Green (St. Mary’s) – Switched from WR to DB during drills and locked down top receivers.
- Sky Owens (Timberland WR) – Showed elite athleticism with a 36.5" vertical, 10' broad jump, and 4.0 pro agility.
- Jeremy Williams (Lafayette DB) – Absolute ball hawk, making plays all over the field.
- Timberland, CBC, St. Mary’s, and Parkway West had strong showings as a group.
Lessons from the Combine
- Fighting for reps is critical – Players must step up and take opportunities.
- Not every rep will be perfect, but competing is key to improvement.
- College coaches watch everything – How players move, act, and respond to competition matters.
- Speed training & combine prep are essential for success in testing and on-field performance.
Upcoming Camp & Combine Strategy
- Lindenwood Mega Camp and other regional showcases are must-attend events.
- Don’t waste money traveling to far-off camps where you have no connections.
- Parents should be strategic in camp selection to maximize exposure while avoiding unnecessary expenses.
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