Rocky Larson, Head Coach - Mayville State

Inside the Headset with the AFCA

On this week’s episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we sit down with Mayville State Head Coach, Rocky Larson. In this conversation, Coach Larson discusses becoming a college coach at 18, finding his voice as a young coach, and the importance of building a staff that fits the culture of the program. Coach Larson is entering his fifth season at Mayville State and was a member of the 2024 AFCA 35 Under 35 Class.

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1:05 Shifting from waterboy to safeties coach, the value of coaching on both sides of the ball, and having tough conversations through transitions.

24:02 Navigating through tough times in the profession, becoming a Defensive Coordinator at 23, and building relationships with fellow coaches.

38:25 Becoming the Head Coach at Mayville State, coaching in the NAIA, and serving as the Athletic Director.