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UPDATED INFO: 2026 Ferris State Football Coaches Clinic! Info & Registration Details
Posted: Apr 13, 2026

UPDATED INFO: 2026 Ferris State Football Coaches Clinic! Info & Registration Details

Head Coach Tony Annese and the Ferris State Football staff will host the 2026 Ferris State Coaches Clinic this spring on the campus of Ferris State University. This clinic is designed to bring coaches together for days of learning, networking, and talking about football with the only program in the country to win four of the last five National Championships! 

This event provides a unique opportunity to connect directly with Coach Annese and the Bulldog staff, share ideas, and gain insight into the culture, systems, and philosophies that have helped build a championship-level program. Coaches will spend time in classroom-style sessions focused on scheme, program building, and the details that drive success on and off the field. 

Attendees will also have the chance to observe practice and see how Ferris State structures drills, teaches fundamentals, and run efficient, organized periods. From offensive and defensive concepts to daily organization and player development, the clinic offers practical tools you can take straight back to your own program. 

Throughout the day, there will be plenty of opportunities to ask questions, talk ball, and build relationships with fellow coaches in a relaxed, football-focused environment. 

Thank you for your interest in the Ferris State Football Coaches Clinic. We hope you'll join us in Big Rapids for a great opportunity of learning, fellowship, and Bulldog football. 

Go Dawgs! 


Dates and Pricing: 
April 17th & 18th, 2026 
 $50 individual OR $200 for full staff 

 Location: 
 The presentation portions of the clinic will take place in FSU's College of Business and IRC buildings (they are connected). Practice will be at Top Taggart Field. All three locations share the same parking lot and are all within a short walking distance. 

Airport: 
Grand Rapids Airport: Gerald R. Ford International Airport 

Lodging:

Holiday Inn Express: 1005 Perry Ave, Big Rapids, MI 49307 
 https://www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/big-rapids/brpmi/hoteldetail 

Hampton Inn Big Rapids: 15320 Waldron Way, Big Rapids, MI 49307. Rate is $110, must call asap to get rate (231-527-7333).
 https://www.hilton.com/en/locations/usa/michigan/big-rapids/hampton-by-hilton 

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson: 15344 Waldron Way, Big Rapids, MI 49307 . Rate is $110, must call asap to get rate (231-527-9000).
 https://www.choicehotels.com/michigan/big-rapids/country-inn-suites-hotels 

Quality Inn & Suites Big Rapids: 1705 S State St, Big Rapids, MI 49307 
 https://www.choicehotels.com/michigan/big-rapids/quality-inn-hotels/mi275 

Restaurants: 

The Rock Cafe: 1420 Knollview Dr, Big Rapids, MI 49307 

Buffalo Wild Wings: 1264 Perry Ave, Big Rapids, MI 49307 

Schuberg's Bar & Grill: 109 N Michigan Ave, Big Rapids, MI 49307 

Jersey Mike's: 15190 Isabella Dr, Big Rapids, MI 49307 

Applebee's Grill & Bar: 718 Perry Ave, Big Rapids, MI 49307 

Cranker's Restaurant and Brewery: 213 S State St, Big Rapids, MI 49307 

El Burrito Loco: 15238 Isabella Dr, Big Rapids, MI 49307 

Ruby Tuesday: 15397 Waldron Way, Big Rapids, MI 49307 

 Schedule

FRIDAY 4/17 
 12:00pm Registration Check In  
 1:00pm Featured Speaker - Hope College Head Coach Peter Stuursma
 2:00pm Featured Speaker - CMU Basketball Coach Andy Bronkema
 3:00pm-5:00pm Practice 
 5:00pm-6:00pm Dinner 
 6:00pm-9:00pm Clinic Presentation

SATURDAY 4/18 
 8:00am Breakfast 
 9:00am Strength Staff Presentation 
 10:00am-12:00pm Clinic Presentation
 12:00pm-1:00pm Lunch 
 1:00pm-3:00pm Clinic Presentation 
 3:00pm Optional Position Meetings 
 4:00pm-6:00PM Practice 
 7:00pm-9:00pm Chalk Talk (All Ferris Coaches will be available for questions and discussion) 

UPDATE: Click Here For A Full Clinic Schedule & Featured Speakers (PDF)


Questions 

Contact: Owen Schuessler: schueso@ferris.edu