This week on Inside the Headset, presented by CoachComm, we are featuring Indiana Head Coach Curt Cignetti's presentation from the 2025 AFCA Convention

In this conversation, Coach Cignetti reflects on his coaching journey and the intentional steps he's taken to build winning programs. He explains the foundation of Indiana's cultural transformation, emphasizing the importance of setting high standards, maintaining clear expectations, and enforcing strong accountability at every level.

A must-listen for coaches looking to strengthen culture, leadership, and program development.

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Today we sit down with Matt Hofer, an offensive lineman at the University of Toledo and a member of the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team.

Over the last two years, Matt has committed himself to global mission work, traveling to Kenya and the Philippines to serve in schools, orphanages, and churches, supporting underserved communities through faith and service.

His impact extends to his hometown too, where he volunteers with the Cherry Street Mission, the Toledo Boys & Girls Club, and Victory Day, along with outreach efforts in local schools and community programs throughout Toledo.

In this conversation, Matt opens up about his faith, leadership mindset, life as a student athlete, and the deeper purpose that drives him beyond the football field.

A story about serving others, leading with humility, and using the platform of sport to make a real difference.

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This week on Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we sit down with CJ Nightingale, the head coach at Belhaven University. Coach Nightingale discusses how his childhood shaped his coaching philosophy, details the key steps in his development as a coach, and reflects on his experience as a member of the 2022 AFCA 35 Under 35 class.

In this episode, Coach Nightingale shares:
• The moment he knew he wanted to coach
• Lessons learned early in his career
• The transition from high school to college coaching
• His time building the Indiana Wesleyan program
• Establishing a defensive culture at Wheaton
• The decision to take on the head coaching role at Belhaven
• Insights from the AFCA 35 Under 35 program

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Follow Belhaven Football: @BelhavenFB

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