Fresno State Football

Central Valley Football Coaches Summit | Presented by Table Mountain

Location Fresno, CA
Event Date(s) Apr 10, 2026 to Apr 11, 2026
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Fresno State Football

Central Valley Football Coaches Summit 

Presented by Table Mountain CASINO RESORT

“Focused on Fundamentals. Coach with Precision. Win with Execution.”

Coaches Coaching Coaches

The Fresno State Football coaching clinic is singularly focused on fundamentals, position-specific techniques, and proven drills, as well as cutting-edge techniques for teaching scheme in all phases. Coaches who attend leave with practical tools and instructional strategies they can immediately apply to improve player performance. This is a player development coach's clinic focused on teaching the game, not discussing philosophies and/or culture.

Cost:

  • Individual | $39 ($30 + $9 Fees)
  • Group of 6+ | $164 ($150 + $14 Fees)

Friday, April 10th

11:00 - 12:30pm – Clinic Registration / Hotel check in (Event Center - Gift Shop)

12:45 - 12:55pm – Introduction and Format (Buckeye)

1:00 - 2:20pm – Breakout Session #1

Nick Benedetto - Fresno State Defensive Coordinator (Buckeye)

“Defensive Overview - Organization, Fundamentals and Scheme”

Josh Davis - Fresno State Offensive Coordinator (Redbud)

“Offensive overview specific to QB play in Run/Pass game”

2:30 - 3:20pm – Breakout Session #2

Randy Hedberg – North Dakota State Quarterbacks Coach-Retired (Buckeye)

“Quarterbacks – Teaching the Quick Passing Game”

Doug Belk - Denver Broncos Defensive Backs (Redbud)

"Defensive Back Fundamentals”

Jeromy Blackwell – Strathmore High School Head Coach (Sage)

"Building a Championship Small-school football program using a run-first identity, sled work, weightlifting, skill progression drills, and circuit-based installs.”

3:30 - 4:20pm – Breakout Session #3

Kevin Hettig – Corona Del Mar Head Coach (Buckeye)

 “Streamlining the multiple formation RPO Offense”

Damon Jenkins – San Joaquin Memorial Head Coach (Redbud)

"Defensive Back Fundamentals and Training Eye Discipline”

Chris Rizzo – Sierra Canyon Defensive Coordinator (Sage)

"Linebacker Fundamentals – Team Defense”

4:30 - 5:30pm – Breakout Session #4

Brian Ferentz - Fresno State Offensive Line (Buckeye)

“Offensive Line Blocking Technique and Fundamentals”

Jordan Gigli - Fresno State Defensive Line/Run Game Coordinator (Redbud)

“D-Line Movement Fundamentals and Drills”

DelVon Hardaway - Fresno State Running Wide Receivers (Sage)

            “Wide Receiver Development” Drills to develop a complete receiver

5:30 - 6:20pm – Dinner (East/West)

Keynotes Speakers

6:30 - 7:20pm – Matt Entz

Fresno State Football Head Coach

7:30 - 8:30pm – Kirk Ferentz

University of Iowa Football Head Coach

8:30 - 10:00pm – Coaches Social (East/West)

Saturday, April 11th

9:00 - 11:00am – Strength and Conditioning Presentation with Question and Answer

 Andy Ward

Fresno State Associate Athletics Director for Sports Performance 

9:00am           Fresno State Strength & Conditioning Program Design

                             9:45am           Demonstrations and Question and Answer Session

On-Field Drill Clinic

10:00 - 10:20am – On-Field Demonstrations Session #1

DelVon Hardaway - Fresno State Wide Receivers

   JD Williams - Fresno State Cornerbacks

10:25 - 10:45am – On-Field Demonstrations Session #2

Bijan Hosseini - Fresno State Tight Ends

   Marcus Hall-Oliver - Fresno State Edge

10:50 - 11:10am – On-Field Demonstrations Session #3

Aaron Prier - Fresno State Running Backs

    Adam Breske - Fresno State Linebackers/Co-Defensive Coordinator

Practice

Immediately following on-field demonstrations

Updated clinic itinerary and speaker details to come!

To accommodate traveling coaches, Table Mountain is offering a discounted clinic hotel rate for Friday and Saturday night for registered attendees.

Additional registration details and lodging information will be released soon.

SPEAKER BIOS

Keynote Speaker   

Kirk Ferentz – University of Iowa Football Head Coach

Kirk Ferentz stands as one of the most accomplished and enduring leaders in college football. As the longest-tenured head coach in major college football, Ferentz has helmed the University of Iowa since 1999, guiding the Hawkeyes to sustained success and becoming the winningest coach in Big Ten history with over two decades of tough, consistent performance on the field. Under his leadership, Iowa has captured multiple conference titles, earned numerous bowl appearances, and developed players who have excelled at the highest levels of the sport — all while setting a standard for discipline, fundamentals, and on-field excellence.
 

OFFENSE 

Randy Hedberg – North Dakota State Quarterbacks Coach (Ret)

Quarterbacks coach at North Dakota State University. Hedberg played as a quarterback for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers of the National Football League (NFL) in 1977. He was the head football coach at Minot State University, his alma mater, from 1982 to 1989 and St. Cloud State University from 1999 to 2007, compiling a career college football record of 94–74–2 (.560).

Hedberg was the quarterbacks coach at Southern Illinois University Carbondale. He was hired in February 2008. After the 2013 season, he signed on to be the quarterbacks coach at North Dakota State University. Here, Hedberg would coach Carson Wentz, who went on to become the second overall pick by the Philadelphia Eagles in the 2016 NFL draft. Hedberg also coached Easton Stick, a fifth-round pick in the 2019 NFL draft by the Los Angeles Chargers; and Trey Lance, the third overall pick by the San Francisco 49ers in the 2021 NFL draft.

Hedberg was inducted into Minot State's hall of fame in 1985. He was named the American Football Coaches Association (AFCA) FCS Assistant coach of the year award in 2021.

Hedberg was selected as #31 in Sports Illustrated's "50 Greatest Sports Figures in North Dakota."

Jeremy Blackwell – Strathmore High School Head Coach

"Building a Championship small-school football program using a run-first identity, sled work, weight lifting, skill progression drills, and circuit-based installs."  

Jeromy Blackwell is the head football coach at Strathmore High School in California, a position he has held for over two decades. He is recognized for leading the Spartans to 2 CIF State Championships. The 2017 Division 6-AA state title and the 2023 Division 7-A state championship. 5 Section Tiles, 4 California Regional Championships, 5 Central Section Championships, 8 East Sequoia League Championships

Kevin Hettig – Corona Del Mar Head Football Coach

“Developing an Offensive Line in a High School Program” (2weeks) 

Coach Kevin Hettig is the head football coach at Corona del Mar High School in Newport Beach, California. A longtime leader within the Sea Kings program, Hettig previously served as associate head coach and offensive coordinator during one of the most successful eras in school history. In that role, he helped lead Corona del Mar to four CIF Southern Section championships and three additional CIF finals appearances, including two historic 16–0 seasons that culminated in CIF State Championships in 2013 and 2019. Since taking over as head coach, Hettig has continued that tradition of excellence, guiding the Sea Kings to a CIF Southern Section Finals appearance in 2023 in his first season at the helm. Known for his innovative offensive approach and quarterback development, he has helped produce multiple college-level players. A graduate of UC San Diego, Hettig also holds a master’s degree in coaching and athletic administration and is widely respected for his impact on student-athletes both on and off the field.

 

DEFENSE

Doug Belk - Denver Broncos Defensive Backs

"Defensive Back Fundamentals”

Doug Belk is a rising defensive mind in football, currently serving as the defensive backs coach for the Denver Broncos. Known for his energy, detail, and player development, Belk built his reputation at the college level, most notably at the University of Houston, where he served as defensive coordinator and helped turn the Cougars into one of the more aggressive, takeaway-focused defenses in the country. A former player himself, Belk has quickly climbed the coaching ranks thanks to his ability to connect with athletes and translate complex defensive concepts into fast, physical play on the field.

Chris Rizzo – Sierra Canyon Defensive Coordinator

"Linebacker Fundamentals – Team Defense”

Chris Rizzo is a veteran high school football coach serving as the defensive coordinator for the Sierra Canyon School Trailblazers. Known for leading a strong defensive unit referred to as "The Kaboom Squad," he previously served as the head coach at Taft High School before joining the staff at Sierra Canyon.

Damon Jenkins – San Joaquin Memorial Head Coach

"Defensive Back Fundamentals and Training Elite Discipline”

Damon Jenkins is the head coach at San Joaquin Memorial starting in 2026. Previously, he led Kerman High School for four years (2022–2025), compiling a 37-17 record and securing the school's first Division III section championship in 2024.