Tuesday, December 19, 2017

NFL Europe Champion Punter, Ryan Dutton | 4th Down Experience | Episode 6

NFL Europe Champion Punter, Ryan Dutton | 4th Down Experience | Episode 6

Episode 6 features an interview with NFL Punter, Ryan Dutton! Dutton had a great career which included an NFL World Championship while competing in NFL Europe! Also, some great industry advice on STRETCHING which is vital for every specialist during their career.


0:00 Recap of our weekend :)
2:43 ESPN / NCAA Specialists Awards
6:32 Awesome News Story on a Specialist in MN
7:57 Special Guest Appearance, Ryan Dutton NFL Punter
1:03:12 TIPS for STRETCHING!

Episode 6- NFL Europe Champion Punter, Ryan Dutton
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Tuesday, December 12, 2017

16 year All-Pro NFL Falcons Kicker, Matt Bryant | 4th Down Experience | Episode 5

16 year All-Pro NFL Falcons Kicker, Matt Bryant | 4th Down Experience | Episode 5


Episode 5 coming in hot with special guest, Matt Bryant, a 16 year All-Pro NFL Kicker providing kicking advice and his experience from high school to pro. Also, some fantastic industry advice at the end of the show on how to Find and Connect with College Coaches.


00:34     Podcast Welcome
04:57     Adam Vinatieri's Blizzard Kick
11:28       Peter Mortell Holder of the Year Award
15:24      Special Guest Interview with NFL Kicker, Matt Bryant
1:05:45  How to Connect with College Coaches via TWITTER
1:14:07   How to Connect with College Coaches via FACEBOOK
1:19:14    3 Tips on an Email format when contacting Coaches


Episode 5- Atlanta Falcons NFL Kicker Matt Bryant
Listen on iTunes Podcast: Here
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Tuesday, December 5, 2017

Holder of the Year Award with Peter Mortell | 4th Down Experience | Episode 4

Holder of the Year Award with Peter Mortell | 4th Down Experience | Episode 4


Episode 4 of the 4th Down Experience Podcast has some great insight as we break down the Top 5 Special Teams plays from the weekend, we interview the President of the College Holder of the Year Award (Peter Mortell), and also provide industry advice on how to maximize your HUDL film with 5 helpful tips!



0:00 Intro
1:00 Top 5 Special Teams Plays
19:47 Interview with Peter Mortell, President of the Holder of the Year Award
1:00:56 Top 5 HUDL Film Tips for Specialists



Episode 4- Holder of the Year Award with Peter Mortell
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Tuesday, November 28, 2017

NFL Kicker Wil Lutz Discusses Life As A Pro | 4th Down Experience | Episode 3

NFL Kicker Wil Lutz Discusses Life As A Pro | 4th Down Experience | Episode 3

Episode 3 of the 4th Down Experience Podcast features special guest, Wil Lutz, who is the active New Orleans Saints kicker of the NFL. This episode is one of our best and provides insider information of the daily life of an NFL kicker. The episode also provide valuable information for high school and JUCO specialists on how to leverage their twitter platforms to earn a scholarship. Take a listen and be sure to subscribe to our podcast!



00:00  Intro
01:00  Top 5 Special Teams Plays
18:24  Wil Lutz, NFL Saints Kicker, Interview (@wil_lutz5)
40:25  How Twitter can earn you a Scholarship



Episode 3- New Orleans Saints NFL Kicker Wil Lutz
Listen on iTunes Podcast: Here
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Thank you,

Chris Husby and Brian Jackson


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Tuesday, November 21, 2017

National Kicking Coach Tom Feely Gives Kicking Advice | 4th Down Experience | Episode 2

National Kicking Coach Tom Feely Gives Kicking Advice | 4th Down Experience | Episode 2



Our second episode features nationally known kicking coach, Tom Feely, of Feely Athletics based out of Florida. We cover topics on Mental Focus, Recruiting, Kicking/Snapping tips and even answer all questions that were submitted on our @4thDownExperience Instagram page from last week. Subscribe!

00:00 Top 5 Special Teams Plays
24:42  Special Guest - Tom Feely
1:00:32 Industry Advice (Answering IG questions)


Episode 2- Legendary Kicking Coach Tom Feely
Listen on iTunes Podcast: Here
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Thank you,

Chris Husby and Brian Jackson


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Coach Brian Jackson: Twitter and Instagram

Tuesday, November 14, 2017

Legendary Arena Kicker Mark Lewis Talks About Arena Life | 4th Down Experience | Episode 1

Legendary Arena Kicker Mark Lewis Talks About Arena Life | 4th Down Experience | Episode 1

Welcome to the 4th Down Experience, Episode 1, featuring special guest - Mark Lewis! Coach Husby and Coach Jackson discuss weekly hot takes in the special teams realm and provide advice in the Kicking World.




*0:00* Top 5 Special Teams Plays (covering some of the most debated and talked about special teams plays so far this season) 
*25:47* Special Guest Appearance, Most Decorated Arena Football Kicker in the history, Mark Lewis (14 year pro) 
*46:47* Industry Advice (Post Season tips and discussing what to do next after your season ends).



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Below you will find our "Episode Zero" which is our test episode to introduce to you the concept of our podcast.

Episode 1- Legendary Arena Kicker Mark Lewis

Listen on iTunes Podcast: Here
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Thank you,

Chris Husby and Brian Jackson

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Coach Brian Jackson: Twitter and Instagram

Tuesday, November 7, 2017

Chris Husby and Brian Jackson Launch Special Teams Podcast

Chris Husby and Brian Jackson are excited to announce the launch of a new Special Teams Podcast called the 4th Down Experience.

This podcast is a first of its kind and Brian and Chris have plans to change the industry to bring together and discuss some of the hottest topics in special teams.


Each podcast will have 3 segments.  The first segment will cover the Top Special Teams Plays from the past week, which include current events and hot topics within the special teams industry.  The Top special teams plays and discussion points will range from topics at the Professional, College, and High School level.  The second segment, will be a special guest interview, who is an industry expert.   It will range from current and past specialists, coaches, and more.  So stay tuned to the future podcasts to hear the upcoming interviewees.  The third segment will cover FREE industry advice.  The advice covers all topics ranging from recruiting tips, injury prevention, skill development, camp and training tips, and more.

Podcasts will air every Tuesday!

We are really excited to create this and for you to enjoy and for you follow us on this journey.

Below you will find our "Episode Zero" which is our text episode to introduce to you the concept of our podcast.

Episode 0- About Us and The Podcast

Listen on iTunes Podcast: Here
Listen on Soundcloud: Here



Thank you,

Chris Husby and Brian Jackson

4th Down Experience Social Media
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Twitter: @4thDownExp
Facebook:  4th Down Experience

Co-Hosts
Coach Chris Husby: Twitter and Instagram
Coach Brian Jackson: Twitter and Instagram

Wednesday, November 1, 2017

4 Day Specialist Training Camp (MN) - July 15-18, 2018

2nd Annual 4-Day Specialists Training Camp for Kickers, Punters & Long Snappers. All campers and staff members had a blast in our first ever 4-Day Training Camp. We are excited to return for a second year.

July 15-18, 2018 at St John’s University (MN)

*All - Inclusive Camp*
Limited Spots
College Division - 40 spots
High School Division- 40 spots

All skill sets welcome!
Reserve a spot today!
Beautiful Training Facility
Camp Investment includes:
  • Credible Professional Kicking and Snapping Coaches
  • Detailed Instruction, competition, mental training, on-the-spot video review.
  • 3 night lodging (dorms with A/C)
  • 10 hours of field training  
  • All meals at SJU cafeteria (12) Great food! All you can eat meals in newly remodeled dining hall
  • Yoga Session  
  • Weightroom Sessions
  • Pool Workouts
  • Classroom Film Study
  • Commeraderie and friendships built
  • Campers have access to Warner Palaestra for racquetball, swimming and rock wall climbing
  • Have fun while you learn!
  • And more...
Check In on July 15, 12pm-1pm
Check Out on July 19, 2:30pm-4pm

Expected Coaching Staff:
  • Chris Husby- Special Teams Football Academy (Trains in Midwest)
  • Brian Jackson- Team Jackson Kicking (Trains in Southeast)
  • Todd Covington- TC All Star Kicking (Trains in East Coast)
  • Kyle Stelter- Special Teams University (Trains Long Snappers Nationally)
  • Ryan Dutton- Former NFL Punter- Mankato State Alum and HOF(P/QB), NFL Experience with Packers/Seahawks/Browns/NFL Europe
  • Bradley Hatfield- Husted Kicking/Team Jackson Kicking- NFL Free Agent
  • More to be announced..
Earlier Bird Discount:  $475.00- By Jan 15
Spring Discount:  $575.00- By March 15
Final Rate:  $650.00- After March 15
Sign up today and receive the early bird discount!
To pay off line, select the “CASH” option at online registration check out. Mail check to:  
15696 Tarleton Crest N
Special Teams Football Academy
Maple Grove, MN 55311
OR
You can PayPal to CoachHusby@gmail.com (Select Payment to Friends and Family to avoid fees).

OVERNIGHT CAMP NOTES
  • Check-in time is Sunday between 12:00 – 1:00pm.
  • Camp ends on the Wednesday with check out between 2:00-4:30 PM.
  • Trainings are all conducted at Saint John’s facilities: Stadium Football Field, Athletic Building Classroom (Film Study),  Field House (if necessary) and The Old Gym (if necessary).
  • 24 hour supervision
  • Campers are housed on the Saint John’s University campus at Bennett Hall

  • Cancellation Policy is 2 weeks notice before camp date for refund.  Anything within 2 week period will receive credit toward a future camp.


If you have any questions, please contact me below:

Coach Chris Husby
Professional Kicking Coach and Owner
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January Kicking Camp- Northern Specialist Camp- January 12-13, 2018

We are excited for our 5th annual Northern Specialist Winter Camp on Jan 12 (7-9 PM) & Jan 13 (10 AM- 5 PM) up at St Cloud State University.  This camp is run in conjunction with Brian Jackson who runs Team Jackson Kicking.

We will have a College, High School and Youth Division for Skill/Age specific training.  

Camp will include:  
Skill level specific instruction, Competitions, Technique training, Player evaluation, Camp film, Awards, Recruiting and Film seminar and more. 
Co-Camp Directors: Brian Jackson and Chris Husby

January 12-13 (Friday Night (Recruiting and Film Study Session) / Saturday Morning and Afternoon) Schedule Below:

Tentative Camp Schedule:

January 12 (7 pm- 9 pm Optional) Check In: 6 pm-6:45 pm 
Session 1: 7 pm- 9 pm-  College Recruiting Seminar & Film Study Session

January 13 (10 am- 5 pm)
Session 2: Instruction Period
Session 3: Player Evaluation
Session 4: Competitions Awards/Camp Closure: 4:30 pm-5:00 pm

What is Included in the fee:
  • High quality instruction by Professional and Collegiate Specialists
  • Highlight Video (7 to 10+ clips)
  • Camper Evaluation
  • Fun atmosphere, positive learning environment-Video Analysis on-site
  • Exposure to the next level
  • Fun Competitions
  • Quick Charts
  • Evaluation of Specialists
  • Long Sleeve Dri Fit Shirts


  
Pricing Options
Early Bird: $250.00- By Nov 20
Holiday Discount: $300.00- By Dec 20
Regular Rate: $350.00- After Dec 20


Refund Policy
Cancel registration by Dec 20 and you will receive a 50% refund.  Cancel registration after Jan 1, there will be no refund, as we will have camp expenses we will incur as we plan for this camp.  In the event of the camp being cancelled due to severe weather, 75% of the camp fee will be refunded.


Coach Chris Husby
Professional Kicking Coach and Owner
Special Teams Football Academy
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CoachHusby@gmail.com
651-353-2660