Ryan Zylius

I have extensive experience coaching youth, middle‑school, and high‑school athletes. My coaching style focuses on fundamentals, discipline, teamwork, and character development — creating an environment where athletes grow both on and off the field.
High School Varsity Football – former, Coach at Rancho Bernardo High School
Middle School Football – current, Head Coach at Weddington Middle School
Primarily ages 10–18
Experience with both developmental and competitive athletes
Comfortable coaching a wide range of skill levels, from beginners to advanced high‑school players

I have a deep athletic foundation built through years of high‑level competition in football and basketball. My experience spans youth, high‑school, and collegiate.

High School All‑American Tight End
Multi‑sport varsity athlete in football, basketball and volleyball at the high‑school level.
Collegiate Football Player at the University of Arizona.
Professional‑grade performance experience as a motion‑capture athlete for EA Sports’ Madden Football, executing positional movements used in the game.

My sessions are built around developing complete athletes — not just physically, but mentally and technically. Because I’ve coached youth, middle‑school, and high‑school athletes and competed at a high level myself, I understand exactly what it takes to build real, transferable on‑field performance.
Warm‑Up & Movement Prep (10–12 minutes)
Fundamentals & Technique Work (15–20 minutes)
Position‑Specific Drills (20–25 minutes)
Speed, Agility, & Conditioning (10–15 minutes)
Cool Down & Coaching Review (5 minutes)

What I Focus on Most -
Technique over talent
Movement efficiency
Confidence through repetition
Game‑realistic scenarios
Character, discipline, and coachability