2024 Interview with Head Coach Chad Murphy from Winton Woods


 

Name
Chad Murphy 

School
Winton Woods High

Position
Head Coach

College
Wilmington College 
Kentucky Wesleyan College 

Who are some of the coaches that you learned from, and what was the biggest thing you learned from them?

John Aregood, my high school coach... My dad, Urban Meyer, learned toughness: play hard for your brother. outworking people…

What will you remember the most from the class of 2024?

A really good class that I’m proud of!! 

What were your biggest concerns heading into the 2023 season?

Upfront 

Who was the hardest team to prepare for during the 2023 season?

N/A

How important is it for all teams in the system to play a full schedule?

You can’t beat experience when it comes to development.

How important is it for all of the teams in the system to run the same type of offense and defense?

It’s important, but it’s all about blocking and tackling. 

As the head coach, what all do you do to aid in your players getting recruited?

I’m blessed to be where I am, and if you’re not stopping by WW, it’s their loss! Lol. This place has been putting out “guys” for 30+ years! But I do anything I can extra for “my guys"—always have and always will!! I was a Div. II/III guy. I was the first person in my family to go to college. Because of football. It’s life-changing. I’m blessed to get to do what I do on a daily basis. So I work hard for the DII and DIII guys too! 

What are your thoughts on girls playing on the boys' football team? 

I had a girl kicker in years past. 

What is the best part of coaching high school football?

Seeing kids grow up, take responsibility, handle adversity, and transition to the next chapter. I hope to assist in developing young people. 

What is your thought process when looking for a non-league opponent?

Good competition that will pay off down the road!! 

Would you list any members from the 2024 class that will be moving on to play college ball?

Tra’mar Harris, Purdue 
Zae Jennings, WVU 
Cam Jackson-DDavidson 
T.J. Buckman, Georgetown 
Mikale Satterwhite, Central State 
Ly’vi’el Waters (UC)
Henry Johnson, JP Bandits (Prep) 
Charles Johnson, JP Bandits (prep) 
Ty Boler, Monroe College (Juco) 
Justice Jordan, Monroe College (Juco) 

This is the tough question. Do you feel that private schools have an unfair advantage over public schools?

Yes, and no. Is what it is. We beat a private in the state championship and are 3-0 in the last three against one here in Cincy. 🤷🏻‍♂️

What is your go-to late-night snack?

Cereal…Oreos…ice cream 

What is the one sport you cannot watch on TV?

Like or respect them all.

Boxing or MMA?

I love boxing, but I have to go with MMA! Gladiator is one of my favorite movies. One mistake, and it could be over!

 


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