When former Oklahoma coach Bob Stoops chose Lincoln Riley as his successor in 2017, the 33-year-old coach lived up to expectations at the University of Oklahoma. Riley’s team shook the Big 12, reaching the semifinals every year. Two quarterbacks - Kyler Murray and Baker Mayfield - under his leadership were both chosen as No. 1 picks in the NFL draft.
Riley’s rise from quarterback in a small town in Texas to revolutionary football head coach at one of the top football programs in the country is a testament to his commitment to successful team dynamics and productivity. By focusing on maintaining a winner’s mindset, Riley inspires his players to accomplish seemingly impossible goals.
As the current head football coach at USC, Riley is seen as a threat to competing teams. In 2022, ESPN ranked the Trojan’s 9th in a field of talented college football teams. Led by Riley’s unique motivational style and a talented roster of committed players, USC is expected to do well.
Riley brings the same passion he exhibits in practice and on the sidelines to audiences. His speeches focus on traditional values of commitment, consistency, and preparation. By offering practical strategies for transforming team environments, Riley uplifts business and professional teams to the next level.