Tony DeMeo


Testimonials

From Phil Datka:
I’ve been coaching 43 years and Coach Demeo’s website, clinic and concepts are at the top of my list of favorites. Its all good stuff that other similar websites/clinics charge big bucks.

From Joe Hensel:
I have been reading from the website and receiving emails about book reviews and season updates. I use this website, books, and email updates for an opportunity to better understand the option attack. As a defensive coach I wanted to stop option teams, so I had to learn the ins and outs of and option attack. Through your books I have found myself really understanding how offensive want to attack my defenses. Also, when I need a pick for the day I will go through the website and find my daily motivation and share that with my players and coaches.

From Boone Copeland:
Coach Demeo, We went to the triple gun offense this year and the results we had were great. We had come off a year where we had difficulty in running the ball. We went to the triple gun in the spring. I stumbled on to the website last spring and began checking it everyday and still do. I try to gather as much information as I can daily. In the triple gun you have the best of both worlds shotgun and a downhill agressive running attack. We played or way into the play-offs this year and in our play-off game had the number 4 ranked team on the ropes as we took the lead 32-31 with 48 seconds left. We eventtually were defeated by a field goal with six seconds left. I truly believe that we would not have been in that situation if not for the attack of the triple gun. We have several returning starters and we cant wait until spring ball. Our coaches are excited and also cant wait until spring. I am also wanting to implement the jet sweep with our attack and think it will be a great compliment.

From Jerry Gordon:
We went to Tony’s clinic last year and it was one of the best investments we could have made for our team. Tony and his assistants gave us the complete Triple Gun package not just the X’s and O’s, but the hows and whys. His staff was friendly and patient with our incessant questions. We also got to watch practice to see how the Triple Gun is implemented in a practice setting. Perhaps the best aspect of the Triple Gun is the forum where high school coaches from all over the country can help each other and from Tony Jerry Gordon Potomac Falls HS Sterling VA

From Will Fields:
We just finished our first year in the Gun Triple after years in the SB Veer. Regional runner-up and 8 wins (again). Much better offensively though. (331 yds/gm & 31.5 pts) We have just started with the gun triple, but it was a big success for us. We went to the clinic, read the books, bought the videos and use the website for solutions. My advice: keep it simple and come to the clinic.

From Stephen LoCicero:
This year we switched to the triple gun and scored a school record 340pts. In addition we won the regular season championship, even though we lost in our county finals we had the third best season in school history! We followed the plan exactly and it was incredible! We rushed the ball for over 3000 yds and threw for anther 1,000. We did something to our menu but it was Tony’s offense for certain. (Watched him speak at the Glazier clinic in Baltimore) When are we getting a new book or video!

From Matthew Wasmer:
Coach DeMeo’s Gun Triple Offense was the key component to our offensive success. My run offense is premised on his creation. Our small, private school with small, quick athletes has slayed more than it’s share of “giants” with the Gun Triple. I have never had so much fun in my coaching career as I do now running Coach DeMeo’s system. His website provides juicy tidbits of info that are helpful for those “devils in the details…” The video clips provide wonderful insight into creative ways to attack defenses. The e-mail updates are especially valuable to me. It is fun to compare our stats with U of Charleston-WV…eerily similar.

From Tony Chris:
UC triple guy for years till i met TD at his clinic two years ago.we were welcomed from out of country like kings.He and his staff were very accomodating and remain so.we have gone 20-1 since i met Tony and although he says “Oz never gave anything to the Tin Man” he has been a huge part of our coontinued success.back to back championships including the equivalent of your state title.the true genius of his philosphy is combining Gun Triple with an innovative pas attack to produce a dynamic balanced offense.great teacher and innovator.lucky to have met the Italian Stallion.

From Dale Schuring:
This is the offense I had been searching for my whole coaching career. It is a complete offense. Tony and his staff are great. They give you the complete offensive package and answer all your questions. Trust them, listen to them and follow their expertise. Don’t dabble in this offense, commit to the system and you will enjoy great success.

From Buddy Taylor:
Every time I visit Coach Demeo’s site I learn something new. The forum is one of the best I have ever been on because it is dealing with basically only one offensive scheme rather than many. The Gun Triple Offense is one of the best around. Though I’m a retired football coach, I would recommend to unconditionally commit to the Gun Triple’s run game and pass game. Tony is a great innovator of the game of football.

From Paul Miller:
Just quick note as someone who has been doing this for close to 30 plus yrs to comment to say that all of Tony Demeo’s “stuff” — and I probably purchased his 1st book many yrs ago — is outstanding and if you a student of the game I would recommend studying his ideas. Also, I’m enjoying the Web Site and e-mails.

From Bob Bridge:
Coach Demeo published wishbone articles in coaching mags back in the early 1970s when he was the head coach at Iona & I still have them in my files. We have been option friends since then. We have been in full wishbone backfield since 1969 but we still have the utmost respect for his coaching abilities / the creativeness of option concepts as he has taken option football to another level in the Gun Option even though some may think this is a Bolshevik concept. His clinic at Charleston is outstanding. Tony is one of the great clinic speakers who is entertaining / interesting / but extremely informative & learning situation.

Besides being an outstanding option coach, Coach Demeo is great individual person who is always willing to help coaches to become better. I feel honored & am thankful for the opportunities to be associated with Coach Tony Demeo as I have been a football coach over the last 45 seasons.

From Mike Campbell:
Since attending Coach Demeo’s clinic three years ago, the Triple Gun has been a great multi-down/distance staple in our offense. Coach Demeo’s concepts have kept us competitve against a tough schedule. In fact, our qb set our school single game rushing record on just the Triple Gun. I would encourage any coach, especially young coaches to look at Coach Demeo’s offensive ideas to help strengthen their program.

From Dale Schuring:
Tony once again conducted a fantastic clinic. It was packed with basic schemes, fundamentals as well as many little things that more experienced triple gunners can use. It was well worth the trip out to West Virginia. Looking forward to next year already to see what Tony and his staff will come up with to share.

From Steve Failla:
We installed the Triple Gun 2 seasons ago. Football had never existed in this 106 year old High School with a student body of 470. In our 3rd season of existence we were 2nd in the county in total offense. We made the playoffs anld lost in the 1st round to the eventual champion. However, we made it a game and scored more points against them than they gave up in any game all year. My OC and I attended Tony’s clinic last week and it was well worth the trip. We are not going to sneak up on anyone this year and the clinic provided ways to stay a step ahead. I would like to thank the UC staff for a great clinic.

From Sam Harp:
Great clinic. I am already looking forward to next year’s clinic. I have been to a lot of clinics in 34 years and this is one of the best. Coach Demeo and his staff do an excellent job teaching the Gun Triple and complimentaries. Their hospitality was tremendous as well. I particuliarly liked the social on Friday night and the one on one sessions with the coaches. It was a good way to talk schemes, fundamentals, drills, etc.

From Mike Roark:
I just wanted to say thanks for having me last weekend at your clinic. In the last 5 years, I have seen that clinic grow to be one of the largest in the state. Every year I seem to find a couple of new schools clinic that eventually will become DSV customers. I also seem to see a bunch of new schools drinking the Tony Demeo Kool Aid. I laugh and I give you a hard time about it, but the Tony Demeo Cult is large and active. I want to thank you for helping me with DSV and wish you the best in the future. I am sure you know this, but your coaching staff is one of the most professional staffs I have seen nationwide regardless of level. What you have done with your football program is amazing. When people talk about D2 programs, University of Charleston seems to always be spoken of. So once again, as always, thanks for everything.

I consider you a true friend, a colleague in the coaching profession as well as a DSV customer.

From Todd Northrop:
Just wanted to take a minute and thank you for letting us continue to work & sponsor your clinic. This year’s clinic was the best to date. We received quite a few contacts and leads that have helped us grow our business. this has been a huge success each and every year we have attended. Looking forward to a bright future with the clinic and the U. Charleston football program. It is a privilege to be a part of it. class act, class clinic and class program! Thank you for the opportunity.

From Jimmy Frashier:
I had Coach Demeo and Coach Isernia at our school to install the triple and passing game. They did a great job with both the coaches and the kids. We met for an hour before practice and then went out an installed the offense. i would suggest this to anyone that wants to run this offense. What a wealth of knowledge. Thanks Tony and Ralph.

From Roger Dodson:
Our staff attended Coach DeMeo’s clinic this year wanting to learn more about the Gun Triple Offense. After the first day of clinic speakers our staff was convinced this was the direction we wanted to go with our offense. As a result we had Coach DeMeo and Coach Isernia come to our school and help install the base foundation for running the Gun Triple Offense. The following week our team attended a Team Camp held at one of the nearby colleges. At the camp we ran the base plays that Coach DeMeo installed and were really able to see the advantages of running the Gun Triple Offense. Not only do teams have to defend one of the best running plays in football but they also have to defend the pass. I would encourage everyone to attend the Charleston Clinic and if possible to take advantage of Coach DeMeo’s instructional camp. I would like to thank the UC staff for a great clinic and camp.

From: Dale Sprague
Tony Demeo is quite simply one of the most down to earth football geniuses I have ever met or been around in 35 years of coaching this great game. He will always take the time to talk with you on football related questions or just to share ideas and stories about the game. His website, articles, and clinic talks have always influenced my ideas and thoughts about coaching, about leadership, and about motivation. Football NEEDS more Tony Demeos! He is truly what this game is all about. Thanks Tony!