Coach 360: A Podcast For High School Coaches

What does it mean to lead with grit, heart, and humility? In this powerful episode of Coach 360: Beyond the Game, we sit down with Coach Sergio Gonzales, the Athletic Coordinator and Head Football Coach at Pasadena Rayburn High School. From his blue-collar roots in Galena Park, Texas, to leading student-athletes with passion and purpose, Coach Gonzales shares a raw and inspiring journey of character, leadership, and what it truly takes to make an impact. Coach Gonzales opens up about the defining moments that shaped his career—from his father’s accident that brought him back home from college, to finding mentorship in unexpected places, to building a football program based on accountability, resilience, and love. His story is a reminder that true coaching goes far beyond the field. It’s about building young men of character who are ready to face life with strength and integrity. Whether you’re a coach, parent, or athletic director, this conversation is a masterclass in how to balance toughness with compassion