Host Kerry Barboza (sports editor, Boerne Star) interviews Adam Foren, the eighth head football coach in Geneva School of Boerne history. Foren comes from St. Michael's Academy in Austin, where he served as offensive coordinator and associate head coach. The conversation covers his background, philosophy, the Geneva program, and his plans for the upcoming season.

0:00 — Introductions

Host introduces herself, studio engineer Roland Jay Baris, and guest Adam Foren.

0:33 — First Day at Geneva

Foren officially started April 20th; met the team April 8th.

0:50 — Living Situation & Commute

Foren lives near Dripping Springs; wife teaches at Lake Travis ISD. Planning to stay short-term, then reassess.

1:23 — Geneva's Coaching History

Host recaps all eight head coaches, including Dean Herbert (state championship), and notes Gaston and Rosen Steel both moved on.

2:11 — From St. Michael's to Geneva

Foren's promotion from OC/associate HC; what made Geneva the right move for his family.

3:03 — Why Geneva?

Tradition of excellence, family atmosphere, school community — especially important with a 2-year-old daughter.

3:41 — Current Roster & Player Buy-In

Low-to-mid 40s in the program. Strong weight room attendance. Players have handled coaching transitions well.

4:37 — Returning Players

QBs Caleb (starter) and Bryce Hanover both returning with varsity experience. Foren's QB background highlighted.

5:27 — First-Time Head Coach

Biggest adjustment: daily organization and management. College coaching experience (including associate HC at 6A) eased the transition.

6:16 — Coaching Resume Deep Dive

OC/QB coach at North Park University (Chicago, D-III, near Wrigley Field); QB coach at Wilmington College (Ohio); safeties coach at Saginaw Valley State (Michigan, D-II).

7:37 — All Three Phases

Foren emphasizes his experience on offense, defense, and special teams as a differentiator.

8:13 — Defensive Coordinator "Coach Gibby"

Gibby came from Holy Cross — Geneva's big rival. Foren has already scouted Holy Cross from his time at St. Michael's.

9:18 — Playing Days at Hope College

Played QB at Hope College in Holland, Michigan under Hall of Fame coach Dean Krause. Coaching philosophy traces back there.

9:55 — NFL-Caliber Players He's Faced

Matt Judon (Ravens), Matt McCoy (Saginaw Valley), Cecil Schwartz (Mount Union). Discussion of what elite players look like up close.

10:47 — Growing Up in Michigan

From Haslett, MI (suburb of East Lansing). House divided: sister went to Michigan, he's a Spartan. Adjusted to Texas heat the hard way.

12:26 — Family & Moving Around

College coaching meant constant relocation. Moving to Texas HS level offered competitive football + family stability.

13:27 — Philosophy: "Be Where Your Feet Are"

Focus on daily habits, building community relationships, and staying present rather than chasing the next job.

13:58 — Sports Talk: Pistons, Spurs, Cubs

Cubs fan (four years in Chicago). Spurs fan in Texas. Pistons need work.

14:59 — Meeting the Players / Third Coach in Three Years

One-on-one meetings with every player (15–20 min each). Building trust. Supporting kids in baseball, basketball, track, and music.

17:02 — Game Film & Evaluating the Roster

Already reviewed all opponents. Using film as one data point; getting to know players in person is equally important.

17:58 — Offensive Identity: Spread / Air Raid

Will run spread principles with air raid concepts, built around what Caleb and Bryce do well. Keys: explosive plays, ball security, tempo control.

19:14 — Three-Phase Identity

Offense: take care of ball, generate explosives, control tempo. Defense: stop the run, limit explosives, line up right. Special teams: be difference-makers.

20:01 — Senior Kicker: Parker Island

Four-year varsity kicker. Hard worker, firm handshake, lefty. Challenged to be a leader. Sister is also an accomplished athlete.

21:43 — Spring & Summer Schedule

Seven-on-sevens at San Antonio Christian in June. TAPS tournament June 19–20. About 8 spring practices (out of 14 allowed), pending baseball playoff run.

22:21 — New District Alignment

Most competitive schedule Geneva has had in years. Foren welcomes the challenge.

23:08 — Scoring 30 PPG at St. Michael's

Keys to offensive success: alignment/assignment execution, protecting the ball, explosive plays, controlling tempo.

24:25 — Closing / Prediction

"We're going to have a great opportunity to get better today." First day of fall practice: first Monday of August.