Gridiron Summit: A Blend of Leadership & Football Excellence

Join us for a dynamic day of insights, inspiration, and football-focused leadership! Food trucks will be on-site for families to enjoy, and the event will culminate in a 7-on-7 / Big Man ALA Coaches & Players showcase at 5:00 PM. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to learn from seasoned professionals and connect with fellow football enthusiasts!

When: June 18, 2025 • 8:00 AM

Where: ALA Ironwood High School • Theater Room (1070 S. Higley Rd., Gilbert, AZ 85296)

Schedule

• 8:00 AM - Welcome by Ted Gilmore
• 8:05 AM - Leadership
• 8:15 AM - ALA Gilbert North
  • “Coaching Within the R.A.I.S.E. Values” - Ty Detmer
  • “Defensive Philosophy & Game Planning” - Tim Dougherty
• 9:15 AM - Guest Speaker - Aaron Davis
  • "Raise the Standard: How Attitude Shapes Champions"
• 10:15 AM - ALA West Foothills
  • "Run Blocking - The Old School Way" - Chad Mitton
• 11:00 AM - ALA Ironwood
  • "Recruiting Best Practices for ALA Students" - Myron Blueford
• 11:30 AM - Lunch Break
• 12:00 PM - ALA Mesa North
  • "Outside Zone Schemes and Playsheet Live" - Joe Germaine
• 12:45 PM - ALA Anthem South
  • "Program Building and Culture Development" -  Joe Luna
• 1:30 PM - ALA Sierra Vista
  • "Training - Programming for Teenage Athletes" - John Kraus
• 2:30 PM - Guest Speaker - Kirby Wilson (2x Super Bowl Champion & 23 year NFL Coach)
  • "The Most Important Person on the Staff" 
• 3:30 PM - ALA Queen Creek
  • "Starting Up a Program" - Rich Edwards
• 4:30 PM - Officials
  • ​​​​​​​Update New Emphasis 
• 5:00 PM - Conclusion
• 6:00 PM - Start 7-On-7
  • ​​​​​​​Big Man ALA Coaches & Players Event

Food Trucks Will Be Available for Families

Come learn, connect, and be inspired at the 2025 Gridiron Summit!