Ryan Day reflects on leadership lessons learned at Ohio State
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 11:31 AM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
Ryan Day discussed insights from his tenure as head coach of Ohio State, emphasizing the importance of delegation. He acknowledged that earlier in his career, taking on too much responsibility hindered his effectiveness, particularly after three losses to Michigan. Hiring his mentor Chip Kelly helped him transform his approach, leading to a national championship. Day likened his evolution to the journey of gaining wisdom through experience.
- •Ryan Day learned to delegate responsibilities as head coach.
- •Three losses to Michigan prompted a reevaluation of his coaching approach.
- •Hiring Chip Kelly was pivotal for the team's success.
- •Day compares his growth to gaining wisdom through life experiences.
- •He emphasizes trust in his coaching staff for better outcomes.
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"Ryan Day says Ohio State taught him one hard lesson. For years, he tried to carry too much himself, but pressure and mistakes forced him to see coaching differently.
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