The IQ Kicking Story
Welcome to the inspiring journey of IQ Kicking, where we empower football kickers to achieve exceptional results through our innovative training programs.
Learn more about Coach Brady Beeson and how IQ Kicking came to be.
Coach Brady Beeson
My story is a bit more unusual than others, especially when it comes to creating opportunities for yourself. It took a lot of hard work, some luck, and more importantly a few people who are willing to take a chance on me.
I grew up in the great state of Minnesota, where most people around the United States consider “flyover” country. Like most other states in the Midwest, this is motivation. A topic that gives us something to prove otherwise.
A New Chapter
Not kicking in high school didn’t do me any services when I decided to try and be a starting placekicker in college. Still, I took three years to try and learn, improve and give myself a shot. I ended up transferring during my fifth year of eligibility when I wanted to give it one more shot – and it truly paid off. After being a three-year backup, in 2009 I transferred to the University of St. Thomas and played my final season for Glenn Caruso and the Tommies. While playing at UST, I set three school records – PATs in a game (9-9), PAT's in a season (58), and points in a season as a kicker (79). It was my only season as a starting kicker. Those records have since been smashed. Regardless, it set up a new chapter for me, and more importantly, that year our team started a new chapter for the UST program.
PATs in a game (9-9)
PAT's in a season (58)
Points in a season as a kicker (79)
Kicking To A New Level
With the new book being opened, and potential opportunities to take my kicking to a new level, I quickly pursued just that. That’s when I met Michael Husted, former NFL kicker, and the rest was history. From there, I knew that I’d have to try and prove myself yet again at the arena level, which I’m fortunate enough to have done.
My First Shot
In 2012, I got my first shot and joined the Tri-Cities Fever, shortly before the playoffs. In my debut game, I went 4-5 in field goals (52,45,22 and 24 yards), including the game winner. I went on to be the IFL Special Teams Player of the week. In his two and a half seasons with the Fever, I tallied 39 field goals, 120 PAT's and 238 total points. I’m lucky to be the all-time leading scorer among Fever kickers (59 field goals, 165 PAT's and 342 total points).
IFL Special Teams Player
All-time leading scorer among Fever kickers
59 field goals, 165 PAT's and 342 total points
I Wanted To Coach
After other stints in the IFL and AFL, I decided I wanted to coach, and give kids a shot at the proper coaching that I never had. Since retiring in 2016, I’ve had the luxury of working with college and high school kids across the country and being a Special Teams Coordinator at my alma mater – Apple Valley High School in Minnesota. Even more, I was able to be a special team’s analyst at the D-1 level at my other alma-mater – The University of St. Thomas.
IFL Special Teams Player
All-time leading scorer among Fever kickers
59 field goals, 165 PAT's and 342 total points
The Next Level
Through the above experiences, I’d love to help you take your kicking game to the next level. Let’s first discuss how we can get there with smarter kicking, and exceptional results!
Sincerely,
Brady Beeson
