Texas Tech University, under the leadership of Head Coach Joey McGuire, has announced its annual Football Coaches Clinic scheduled for April 4-5, 2025, in Lubbock, Texas. This event offers a comprehensive platform for middle school, high school, and junior college coaches to engage with Texas Tech’s coaching staff, gain insights into advanced football strategies, and observe the Red Raiders’ spring practices.
Event Details
- Dates: April 4-5, 2025
- Location: Texas Tech University, Lubbock, Texas
- Eligibility: All middle school, high school, and junior college head and assistant coaches
- Cost:
- Pre-registration: $54 per coach (includes a $4 processing fee)
- On-site registration: $65 per coach
- Registration: Coaches can pre-register online until April 3, 2025, at 11:59 PM CST.
Clinic Highlights
The two-day clinic is designed to provide attending coaches with a rich learning experience, including:
- Coaches’ Presentations: In-depth sessions led by Texas Tech’s coaching staff, covering various aspects of the game, from offensive and defensive strategies to player development and game preparation.
- Breakout Sessions: Interactive discussions focusing on specific positions, drills, and coaching techniques, allowing for personalized learning and direct interaction with position coaches.
- Practice Observation: Attendees will have the opportunity to observe the Red Raiders’ spring practice on Saturday, gaining firsthand insight into the team’s training routines and methodologies.
- Networking Opportunities: The clinic includes a dinner and social event on Friday evening, as well as a continental breakfast on Saturday morning, facilitating networking among coaches from various levels and backgrounds.
Spring Practice Schedule
The Coaches Clinic is strategically scheduled around Texas Tech’s spring practice sessions. The Red Raiders will commence their spring practices in early March, adhering to a routine of practicing on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. This schedule allows the team to maximize their 15 allotted spring practices, culminating in the annual Spring Game.
While the specific date for the 2025 Spring Game has not been officially announced, it traditionally serves as the final practice session, offering fans and coaches a preview of the team’s progress and prospects for the upcoming season.
Looking Ahead: The 2025 Season
As the Red Raiders prepare for the upcoming season, the 2025 schedule has been released, featuring a mix of non-conference and Big 12 matchups:
- August 30: vs. Arkansas-Pine Bluff
- September 6: vs. Kent State
- September 13: vs. Oregon State
- September 20: at Utah
- October 4: at Houston
- October 11: vs. Kansas
- October 18: at Arizona State
- October 25: vs. Oklahoma State
- November 1: at Kansas State
- November 8: vs. BYU
- November 15: vs. UCF
- November 29: at West Virginia
The season includes seven home games at Jones AT&T Stadium, providing fans ample opportunities to support the team in Lubbock. The schedule also features two open dates on September 27 and November 22, allowing the team to rest and prepare for subsequent matchups.
Conclusion
The 2025 Texas Tech Football Coaches Clinic represents a valuable opportunity for coaches at various levels to enhance their knowledge, engage with experienced professionals, and gain insight into the operations of a Division I football program. As the Red Raiders gear up for the 2025 season, the clinic serves as a testament to Texas Tech’s commitment to fostering a collaborative football community and promoting the development of the sport at all levels.
For more information and to register for the clinic, interested coaches can visit the official Texas Tech Football Camps website.
As the spring season approaches, anticipation builds for both the Coaches Clinic and the Red Raiders’ preparations for an exciting 2025 football campaign.