Today we’d like to introduce you to Jonah Hedges.
Hi Jonah, please kick things off for us with an introduction to yourself and your story.
Started playing football in high school, wasn’t very gifted athletically but still was able to continue playing in college. Became fascinated and engrossed in the bio-mechanics of throwing a football. Continued learning and eventually landed at Maryville College after transferring multiple schools. I became an assistant coach in my senior year, helping to work with quarterbacks. Started privately training quarterbacks in Knoxville, east TN, and parts of Ky after graduating. Have now worked with Qbs from middle school up to professional athletes playing overseas, including multiple SEC qbs, and college athletes across all levels.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
The landscape of QB training has been changing rapidly. New ideas and methods have had a very hard time breaking through established and old school thought. Slowly helping to show a new understanding has included a fair share of resistance but helping to reduce injuries and prolong careers has been worth the struggles
Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know about your work?
I am a private quarterback trainer, specializing in biomechanics and movement patterns. What I’m most known for is my technical expertise in the craft, combined with a deeply personal approach to coaching. I believe that building strong relationships with my athletes and their parents is key to fostering a supportive and successful training environment.
For me, it’s not just about making better quarterbacks; it’s about helping them navigate their journey as students, athletes, and people. I understand how challenging it can be to balance the demands of school, sports, and life. I strive to be a mentor who can guide them through these pressures while pushing them to be the best version of themselves.
One of the things I’m most proud of is the community I’ve built around my training. It’s important to me that my athletes not only improve on the field but also grow as individuals. I strive to help my players avoid the mistakes I made, pushing them to achieve more than I ever could. By focusing on both their athletic performance and their overall development, I aim to set them up for success beyond football.
What truly sets me apart is this holistic approach to quarterback training: blending biomechanics, personal mentorship, and a focus on long-term success. By giving each player the individualized attention they need, I help them unlock their full potential and make lasting improvements that they can carry throughout their careers and lives.
Who else deserves credit in your story?
there are several people who have played a crucial role in both my success and the success of QB Vision Southeast. First and foremost, I owe a great deal to my mentors from both my playing days and my coaching career. The experiences I gained as a quarterback at Maryville College, combined with my time interning with the University of Tennessee’s Olympic sports performance division, laid the foundation for my coaching philosophy. I learned not just about football, but about how to approach player development with a scientific and results-driven mindset. The current Head coach of MC football, Ben Foxx, a real character, made an effort to connect with the qb room in a more personal way than coaches I interacted with before. Greg Adamson who works with UTs Olympic sports has a unique coaching style in their weight room where it’s not just about high energy, constant movement. A more laid back approach, wanting to make sure athletes understand more about the why behind their workouts while continuing to build strong relationships.
My family and close friends have been my cheerleaders from day one, supporting me through the highs and lows of building this.
I also have to thank the athletes and their parents who have trusted me with their development. Their feedback, commitment, and willingness to embrace the training methods I’ve developed have been essential to the growth. Many of them are more than just clients; they’ve become part of the community I’ve worked so hard to build. Their successes and their stories remind me everyday why the style of coaching im committed to is so important.
Lastly, my peers and fellow coaches have played a vital role as well. Collaborating with others in the sports and performance training field has helped me refine my methods, stay up-to-date with new techniques, and continually evolve my approach to meet the needs of my athletes. The larger QB Vision coaching tree is like no other. From our Nashville branch with Max, Bob, Lee, etc. Creating new training routines to help our qbs all over the country, down to our Tampa region with a former east tennessean in Josh Ross. An amazing network to bounce new ideas and techniques off of.
Contact Info:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/qbv_southeast
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572265109681&sk=about
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonah-hedges/
- Twitter: https://x.com/QbCoachJonah
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@qbcoachjonah
