Savon Huggins Former College Football Player / Current College Football Coach

In this insightful episode of the RU Strong Podcast, we chat with former college football player and current college football coach Savon Huggins. Savon shares his journey from athlete to coach, emphasizing the importance of being goal-oriented and controlling what you can control. He highlights the value of internal motivation and being intentional in every aspect of life.

Savon discusses his dedication to mentoring young athletes and building strong relationships, grounded in honesty and sacrifice. He expresses deep appreciation for his parents, crediting them for instilling discipline and time management skills that have been crucial in his career.

As a coach, Savon stresses the importance of being locked in and mentally prepared, encouraging his players to do more than what is required. He believes that preparation eliminates grey areas and allows athletes to play with confidence. Knowing his players on a personal level is key to his coaching philosophy.

Savon talks about his aspirations to become a college football head coach, adopting a "why not me" attitude. He seeks recruits who demonstrate a love for family, the classroom, community, and football, and values honesty and being true to one's word.

Tune in for an inspiring conversation with Savon Huggins, where we explore the principles of discipline, preparation, and the pursuit of excellence both on and off the field.