Todd Knight, Head Coach - Ouachita

Inside the Headset with the AFCA

On this week’s episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we’re joined by Todd Knight, Head Coach at Ouachita Baptist University. With 25 years at the helm, Coach Knight shares his journey from discovering his passion for the game to becoming one of OBU’s all-time winningest coaches.

We discuss:

• His early career at Delta State and UTEP

• Lessons from becoming a head coach at just 28

• Building longevity and success at Ouachita Baptist

• Leading the Tigers to a 10-2 season and a Division 2 playoff berth in 2024

• His induction into the Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame and recognition as the 2024 AFCA Division 2 Region 4 Regional Coach of the Year

Whether you’re a coach, a player, or a fan of the game, this episode is packed with insights on leadership, resilience, and building a winning program.

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Show Notes:

• 1:20 Introduction

• 3:07 High school vs. college coaching

• 15:00 Becoming HC at Delta State

• 24:50 Returning to Ouachita Baptist

• 38:17 AFCA involvement and career growth