Inside the Headset Presented by CoachComm
Roy Thompson, Head Coach – Arkansas Tech
March 6, 2025
On this week’s episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we sit down with Arkansas Tech Head Coach and 2024 AFCA Division 2 Assistant Coach of the Year, Roy Thompson. In this conversation, Coach Thompson discusses the impact that professional development has had on his career, working to prove himself as a coach, and the importance of relationships throughout his journey.
Follow Coach Thompson and Arkansas Tech football on social media here:
1:30 Opportunity at Highland CC, returning to your alma mater, and the power of professional development.
16:48 First stint at Ouachita Baptist, taking over a room for the first time and navigating tough situations.
30:52 First opportunity to be a DC at Mendocino, developing your own philosophy as a coach, taking ownership in the success of your team.
42:23 Returning to Ouachita Baptist, being named 2024 AFCA D2 Assistant Coach of the Year, and becoming the Head Coach at Arkansas Tech.
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If you are interested in more in-depth articles and videos, please become an AFCA member. You can find out more information about membership and specific member benefits on the AFCA Membership Overview page. If you are ready to join, please fill out the AFCA Membership Application.
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Roy Thompson, Head Coach – Arkansas Tech
On this week’s episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we sit down with Arkansas Tech Head Coach and 2024 AFCA Division 2 Assistant Coach of the Year, Roy Thompson. In this conversation, Coach Thompson discusses the impact that professional development has had on his career, working to prove himself as a coach, and the importance of relationships throughout his journey.
Follow Coach Thompson and Arkansas Tech football on social media here:
1:30 Opportunity at Highland CC, returning to your alma mater, and the power of professional development.
16:48 First stint at Ouachita Baptist, taking over a room for the first time and navigating tough situations.
30:52 First opportunity to be a DC at Mendocino, developing your own philosophy as a coach, taking ownership in the success of your team.
42:23 Returning to Ouachita Baptist, being named 2024 AFCA D2 Assistant Coach of the Year, and becoming the Head Coach at Arkansas Tech.
For more information about the AFCA, visit www.AFCA.com. For more interesting articles, check out The Insider and subscribe to our weekly email.
If you are interested in more in-depth articles and videos, please become an AFCA member. You can find out more information about membership and specific member benefits on the AFCA Membership Overview page. If you are ready to join, please fill out the AFCA Membership Application.
