Every Down Has a Story

Across the heartland of Ohio, there's no denying the transformative power of Coach Jim Tressel. A man who didn't just carve out football legends, but also shaped life trajectories on and off the green turf. This episode is all about Coach Tressel's unique style and philosophy, infusing him with resilience, faith, and the power to face any 'third and one' moments in his life.
Every risk we take in life is a 'third and one' scenario. A life-changing moment where we either crumble or rise to the occasion. Coach Tressel and I journey through the anatomy of these moments, recounting a time in his life when he was unsure of his personal game plan. This conversation also steers towards unexpected blessings, like his tenure at Youngstown University that granted his wife precious time with her ailing parents.
Finally, we take a detour to discuss Coach Tressel's knack for sweater vests, a style statement that's earned him the endearing nickname, "The Senator". We then pivot towards the importance of surrounding oneself with the right people, a lesson Cameron learned well under Coach Tressel's guidance. The episode wraps up with a peek into Coach Tressel's coaching tree, his legacy carried forward by his proteges. Then, in a heartwarming moment, Coach Tressel shares five songs that resonate deeply with him. So, tune in for this engaging chat that straddles the worlds of football, life, faith, and resilience.
BIO
Coach Tressel went to Youngstown State University in 1986 as head football coach. In 15 years, including six as executive director of Intercollegiate Athletics, YSU appeared in the playoffs 10 times and won four national championships.
In January 2001, Tressel left YSU to become head football coach at Ohio State University. In 10 seasons, he guided the Buckeyes to the 2002 National Championship and seven Big Ten Championships. After leaving Ohio State, Tressel served as executive vice president for Student Success at the University of Akron, and then returned to YSU in 2014 as president.
Among his many honors: Chevrolet National Coach of the Year, the Eddie Robinson Coach of the Year Award, the American Football Coaches Association National Coach of the year. He was inducted into Ohio State Athletics Hall of Fame in 2015. At YSU, he received the Heritage Award in 2008 and was inducted into the YSU Athletics Hall of Fame in 2013. He was enshrined into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2015.
Coach Tressel has had extensive involvement in fund raising and philanthropy, including the recent $1 million gift to create the Jim and Ellen Tressel Student Work Opportunity Endowment Fund at YSU.
Coach Tressel and Ellen are the proud parents of four accomplished adults and 2 grandchildren.
Social Media/Contact:
Twitter - @JimTressel5
Email - [email protected]
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