2027 Indianapolis Football Coaching Clinic

Learn from winners

Featured Speakers

Learn from coaches at winning programs across the country – high school, college and the pros. Here are a few of the coaches headlining Indianapolis.

Ferris State

Brian Rock

Illinois State

Harold Etheridge

Lowndes HS (GA)

Adam Carter

Maine South HS (IL)

David Inserra

Every Coach Speaking in Indianapolis

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Three days. 100+ sessions.

Clinic Schedule

Pick the sessions that fit your role – offense, defense, special teams, strength and leadership run side by side.

FridayJanuary 29

Pre-Session

Iron Giants Strength Summit

9:30 am – 12:35 pm

Pre-Session

Head Coach Luncheon

11:30 am – 12:45 pm

Breakout Sessions

1:30 pm – 9:30 pm

SaturdayJanuary 30

Breakout Sessions

8:30 am – 8:35 pm

SundayJanuary 31

Breakout Sessions

8:30 am – 10:15 am

All times Eastern.

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More than sessions

Special Events

Head Coach Luncheon

Free lunch, high-level insights and head-coach-only networking on Friday, 11:30 am – 12:45 pm, before breakout sessions begin. Space is limited.

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Iron Giants Strength Summit

Gain valuable insights from top strength coaches and network with peers who share a passion for athletic development. Friday, 9:30 am – 12:35 pm.

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Option School

Learn from top option coaches from around the country with a deep dive into option offense installs and variations.

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Coaches Lounge

Take a break between sessions. Relax, meet other coaches, charge your devices, play a game or draw up plays on the whiteboard – then get ready for your next session.

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Stay where the clinic is

Hotel Information

Sheraton Indianapolis Hotel at Keystone Crossing

8787 Keystone Crossing, Indianapolis, IN 46240

Book early! This hotel sells out fast. Glazier's discounted room rate expires Jan. 14, 2027.

Single / Double$159Per night, Glazier discounted rate

Discounted rate is subject to room availability. After January 14, 2027, the rate depends on hotel availability.

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From coaches who've been

Indianapolis Clinic Reviews

Gain knowledge

"Glazier is a great way to gain knowledge and make connections. Always a variety of topics to choose from and you always take away at least 1 thing."

Joe StampsCoach, Liberty North High School (MO)

Build relationships

"One of the best clinics of the year, lots of great coaches, and lots of different topics. It's amazing to get all the coaches from around the state in one place for the weekend to meet new people and build relationships."

Keith RossHead Coach, Sumner High School (WA)

Increase my understanding

"As a young coach, this Glazier Clinic was able to increase my understanding of coaching on multiple levels. I left this clinic with a better understanding of schemes, drills, and culture building."

Alex HommerCoach, Pleasantville High School (IA)

Well worth it

"Glazier is well worth the bang for the buck! Between the drive and clinic opportunities, you can't beat it!"

Marc JarstferHead Coach, Gladwin High School (MI)

Indianapolis Clinic FAQ

What is the Glazier Indianapolis Football Coaching Clinic?

The Glazier Indianapolis Football Coaching Clinic is a three-day clinic for football coaches, January 29–31, 2027, at the Sheraton Indianapolis Hotel at Keystone Crossing in Indianapolis. It has 100+ breakout sessions on offense, defense, special teams, strength and program building, taught by winning high school and college coaches. Glazier Clinics has run football coaching clinics for 50 years.

When and where is the 2027 Glazier Indianapolis clinic?

The 2027 Glazier Indianapolis clinic is January 29–31, 2027 at the Sheraton Indianapolis Hotel at Keystone Crossing, 8787 Keystone Crossing, Indianapolis, IN 46240.

Friday: Iron Giants Strength Summit 9:30 am – 12:35 pm, Head Coach Luncheon 11:30 am – 12:45 pm, breakout sessions 1:30 – 9:30 pm
Saturday: breakout sessions 8:30 am – 8:35 pm
Sunday: breakout sessions 8:30 – 10:15 am

All times Eastern.

Who is speaking at the 2027 Glazier Indianapolis clinic?

37 high school and college coaches, strength specialists and other presenters are confirmed so far for the 2027 Glazier Indianapolis clinic, including Illinois State O-line coach Harold Etheridge, Princeton pass game coordinator Brian Flinn, Ferris State assistant head coach Brian Rock, Grand Valley State assistant head coach Mac Carruth, Eastern Kentucky special teams coordinator Derek Day, Dayton WR coach Tony Aker, and high school head coaches Adam Carter (Lowndes, GA), David Inserra (Maine South, IL) and Donald Davis (Mount Saint Joseph, MD). The full speaker list is at the bottom of this page. Speakers may change.

What is the Iron Giants Strength Summit at the Indianapolis clinic?

The Iron Giants Strength Summit is a set of strength and conditioning sessions on Friday, 9:30 am – 12:35 pm, before breakout sessions begin. Gain valuable insights from top strength coaches and network with peers who share a passion for athletic development.

What is Option School at the Indianapolis clinic?

Option School is a track within the Glazier Indianapolis clinic where top option coaches from around the country take a deep dive into option offense installs and variations – including Scot Shaw (Niles HS, MI) on the flexbone, Brian Rock (Ferris State) on triple option variations and Isaac Shelby (Clarksville HS, TN) on the veer.

How much does the Glazier Indianapolis clinic cost?

Admission to the Glazier Indianapolis clinic is included with a 2027 Glazier Season Pass, which covers every 2027 Glazier football clinic plus unlimited Glazier Drive access. The price is the same whether you attend one clinic or all of them.

1 Coach Football Pass: $159
4 Coach Football Pass: $459
Staff Football Pass (unlimited coaches): $559

Discounts are available for new head coaches and new customers. See all passes.

Can my whole coaching staff attend?

Yes. The Staff Football Pass ($559) covers an unlimited number of coaches from your football program for the Indianapolis clinic and every other 2027 Glazier football clinic, and you can change your roster anytime. For smaller staffs, the 4 Coach Football Pass ($459) covers up to four named coaches.

Do I get a continuing education certificate?

Yes. Every Glazier Season Pass includes a continuing education certificate of attendance for the clinics you attend, including Indianapolis.

What special events are at the Indianapolis clinic?

The 2027 Glazier Indianapolis clinic includes four special events:

Iron Giants Strength Summit: sessions from top strength coaches, Friday 9:30 am – 12:35 pm
Head Coach Luncheon: free lunch, high-level insights and head-coach-only networking, Friday 11:30 am – 12:45 pm, space limited
Option School: a deep dive into option offense installs and variations
Coaches Lounge: a place to take a break between sessions – relax, meet other coaches, charge your devices, play a game or draw up plays on the whiteboard

Is there a hotel discount and parking at the Indianapolis clinic?

Yes. Glazier's rate at the Sheraton Indianapolis Hotel at Keystone Crossing is $159 per night (single/double) until January 14, 2027, subject to room availability – book online or call 1 (888) 627-7814 and reference Glazier Clinics. Self parking is free for all attendees in the attached garage – pick up your parking voucher at the Glazier check-in table.

Are the Indianapolis clinic sessions recorded?

No. Glazier does not record its in-person clinics, including Indianapolis. Every Season Pass includes full access to Glazier Drive, Glazier's on-demand football video library, for study all year.

In the exhibit hall

Exhibitors

Between sessions, check out the latest equipment, technology and training tools from the companies exhibiting in Indianapolis.

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Coaches in a breakout session at the Glazier Indianapolis clinic

Why Glazier?

The best football coaching clinic in the Midwest

For 50 years, winning coaches have made Glazier their offseason home. Here's why staffs keep coming back.

✓The best speakers – hand-selected winning coaches from high school, college and the pros.
✓The most topics at every event, so every coach on your staff finds sessions for their role.
✓A deep dive into Xs and Os – real schemes, film and systems you can install this season.
✓Year-round learning on Glazier Drive when the clinic is over.
✓The best value with the Season Pass – attend Indianapolis and every other 2027 clinic.

Volunteer

Be a Room Host at the Indianapolis clinic

Want to be part of the 2027 Glazier Indianapolis Clinic behind the scenes? Apply to volunteer as a Room Host and help keep sessions running smoothly for the coaches and speakers.

What volunteers get

✓Network & grow Meet coaches and speakers from across the country.
✓Exclusive Glazier shirt Yours to keep.
✓Hotel room & meal stipend Provided while you volunteer.
✓Glazier Drive Keep learning after the clinic.

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Full Indianapolis speaker list

Friday, January 29

Adam Vogel, Head Strength & Conditioning Coach, Homewood-Flossmoor HS (IL): two Iron Giants Strength Summit sessions, topics to be announced
Mark Garrett, Head Strength & Conditioning Coach, Crown Point HS (IN): Iron Giants Strength Summit: the Bulldog football development system, a multi-year approach
Harold Etheridge, O-Line Coach, Illinois State: the counter run game out of 1- and 2-back sets, pass pro technique and drills, and O-line technique for inside zone and gap schemes
Stephen Everette, Head Coach, Burlington Township HS (NJ): running 11 and 12 personnel, morphing 11 and 12 personnel into spread looks, and counter and power in a multiple offense
Dwight Jackson, Assistant Head Coach/Special Teams Coordinator/LB Coach, Tiffin: LB leverage fundamentals, LB pass fits in match Cover 3, and LB play behind a two-gap player
Jacob Meiners, Head Coach, East Central HS (IN): in-season offensive practice planning, preparing your offense for 3rd down and the red zone, and RPOs off inside/outside zone and power in the spread
Scot Shaw, Head Coach, Niles HS (MI): Option School: installing the flexbone from scratch, mesh and pitch mechanics, and dive and belly constraint plays
Chuck Sorrell, Head Coach, South Putnam HS (IN): the 3-3 front, 3-3 coverages with an emphasis on Tampa 2, and defensive game planning
Ryan Sosinski, DC, Westfield HS (IN): Westfield defensive culture, run fits out of the multiple 4-3/3-4, and alignments and coverages including Cover 3 variations, Tampa 2 and man
DeMarco Henry, Head Strength & Conditioning Coach, Ben Davis HS (IN): two Iron Giants Strength Summit sessions, topics to be announced
Kollin Kincaid, Founder/CEO, Athletic Dynamic Intelligence: using AI-powered scouting intelligence to improve game preparation, in-game adjustments and postgame analysis
Tony Aker, WR Coach, Dayton: three WR sessions, topics to be announced
Donald Davis, Head Coach, Mount Saint Joseph HS (MD): the 4-2-5 defense: position play and fundamentals at all three levels, multiple coverages and 2-to-1 reads, and moving between the 4-2-5 and the 3-3
Brian Flinn, Pass Game Coordinator/WR Coach, Princeton: the Princeton 4-vertical spread pass game, spread RPOs and shot plays, and the empty passing game
Jim McKee, Head Coach, Scott County HS (KY): why the Wing-T works in today's game, the Wing-T belly series, and planning Wing-T practices
Dan McKeown, DC/DB Coach, Tiffin: DB drills and technique, press technique, and defending the pass game through practice prep and game planning
Jack Neumann, D-Line Coach, Adrian (MI): everyday D-line drills, run game fundamentals, and pass rush and stunt execution
Brian Rock, Assistant Head Coach, Ferris State: Option School: zone and gun/dive triple option variations and designed QB run/pass options
Josh Sabinas, OC, Merrillville HS (IN): pre-snap formation and motion chaos by design, the 2-minute drill, and advanced offensive game planning with Hudl
Justin Sweeney, DC/DB Coach, Northwood University: implementing the base 3-4, 3-4 pressure packages, and using the 3-4 against big personnel sets
Bennett White, Offensive Pass Game Coordinator/QB Coach, Indianapolis: two QB sessions, topics to be announced

Saturday, January 30

Adam Carter, Head Coach, Lowndes HS (GA): moving from the 3-3 to 3-high looks, base 3-3/3-high coverages, 4-man plug/sim and 5- and 6-man pressures, and a 3-high trips check
Ben Dixon, OC, Calvin University (MI): O-line run game and pass pro fundamentals, and perimeter screens, quicks and adjustments in the spread
Stephen Everette, Head Coach, Burlington Township HS (NJ): youth topics: offensive drills for youth and high school, tackling progressions, and alignments and blitzes vs. the most common formations
KJ Landis, Safeties Coach, Hope College: everyday DB drills, man free technique and adjustments, and a 4-2-5 quarters DB toolbox
Jason Miran, OC/QB Coach, Northwood University: a true progression passing game in the spread, QB choice routes, and everyday QB drills
Michael Morrissey, Head Coach, Moline HS (IL): the Moline Wing-T system – philosophy, run game, play action and screens – plus spread passing concepts in any scheme and RPOs off the base run game
Steve Stirn, Head Coach, North Decatur HS (IN): building a pro-style offense, the pro-style power run game, and the bootleg series
Anthony Curry, DC, Merrillville HS (IN): three sessions on the 4-4/4-2-5 defense and defensive practice planning, titles to be announced
Dan Inglis, OSU Sports Performance: working with teams to maximize athletic performance and reduce injury risk
Samuel Parker, OC/QB/RB Coach, Davenport: offensive practice planning, the spread option gap scheme run game, formations and motions in the spread option, and QB fundamentals in a QB-run system
Shawn Buescher, Head Coach, West Jefferson HS (OH): the West Jefferson Air Raid: mesh rail, the quick passing game (stick, snag, spacing) and the intermediate passing game (Y cross and curl)
Mac Carruth, Assistant Head Coach/D-Line Coach, Grand Valley State: D-line philosophy and practice organization, block destruction, and pass rush drills
Donald Davis, Head Coach, Mount Saint Joseph HS (MD): multiple spread zone, gap and duo run schemes, and 10 pillars of program management
Derek Day, Special Teams Coordinator/OLB Coach, Eastern Kentucky: kickoff return scheme and drills, kickoff drills, and special teams culture and drill circuits
Brian Flinn, Pass Game Coordinator/WR Coach, Princeton: WR drills and fundamentals, release philosophy, and route running
Billy Hug, Co-Special Teams Coordinator/RB Coach, Mount St. Joseph (OH): RB fundamentals and ball security, RB play in a zone-scheme tempo offense, and special teams drill circuits
David Inserra, Head Coach, Maine South HS (IL): DB technique and coverage principles, building a pressure package, and teaching and repping the 3-4 defense
Isaac Shelby, Head Coach/OC, Clarksville HS (TN): Option School: inside and outside veer, counter plays off the triple option, and tempo and formations in a run-based option offense
Brian Short, Head Coach, Central Community HS (IL): building the Central football family through summer, parents, practices, school, community, alumni and fundraising, and the defensive game and practice plan

Sunday, January 31

Donald Davis, Head Coach, Mount Saint Joseph HS (MD): 3x1 spread passing concepts and a unified offense, defense and special teams game plan
Stephen Everette, Head Coach, Burlington Township HS (NJ): adjusting the 3-3 to a 4-2 vs. TE teams and drills that lead to a successful defense

More speakers and topics will be announced. Speakers and topics will change – use the Speakers & Topics schedule above or the Glazier app for the latest.