about off-season academy

OFF-SEASON ACADEMY offers athletes a unique opportunity to be educated on the specifics and philosophies of their position.

We are passionate about educating technique so that attendees (and their coaches) can enter the season one-step ahead of their competition.

Our goal is to give players the confidence they need to achieve their on-field goals while being a resource throughout their playing career.

We have dedicated coaching specialists who are excited to watch athletes grow and succeed!

Our team

ryan ogrizovich

Owner, Coaching Specialist

“Nothing lights me up more than coaching and I love the game of football. I am passionate about creating an environment for athletes to learn and push themselves. My ultimate goal has always been to help players be successful both on the field and in their lives. I transitioned out of my coaching role a few years ago so I could continue to focus on my family. As a father of two young boys, one with Autism, it is essential for me to be present and available at home. The idea for Off-Season Academy was born from my desire to coach football, yet still be engaged in my personal life. During our programs and sessions we will focus on skills and technique so that each player can enter their season one step ahead of the competition and ready to achieve their goals. We believe that champions are built in the off-season.”

Playing career:

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater:

Three year starter, playing in 45 games including three National Championship games
Co-Captain of the first National Championship team in school history
Two-time All-Conference Defensive Lineman
West Region Defensive Player of the Year and 1st Team All-American Defensive Lineman
Holds the single season sack record at UWW

Burlington High School:

Two year Varsity starter, two-time All-Conference and All-Area Defensive Lineman

Coaching career:

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater:

Assistant Defensive Line Coach for a National Runner-Up team

East Troy High School:

Varsity Defensive Line Coach with all three starters earning All-Conference honors. One player named Defensive Lineman of the Year for the Rock Valley Conference

Mount Horeb High School:

Varsity Defensive Line and Running Backs Coach - All three starting lineman and running back earned All-Conference honors

brandon cushman

Manager, Lineman Specialist

“I have always had a love for the game of football and a passion for coaching and educating athletes. When I was approached to help with the Off-Season Academy I knew that this was going to be a perfect fit for me. Being a part of the Academy allows me to give back to the football community and still be able to manage my career and home life. I look forward to working with athletes to help them improve and reach their goals both on and off the field.”

playing career:

Mount Horeb High School:

Three year Varsity starter at Defensive and Offensive Line, playing in a total of 33 games and was named Co-Captain his Senior year
Named Defensive Lineman of the Year for the Badger North Conference (Senior), also earning 1st Team All-Conference honors for both Defensive and Offensive Line and 1st Team All-Region as a Defensive Tackle
Selected to play in the WFCA (Wisconsin) All-Star game
Earned 1st Team All-Conference Honors for both Defensive and Offensive Line (Junior)

Invited to play football for the University of Michigan Wolverines under Head Coach Brady Hoke

coaching career:

Mount Horeb High School:

Spent three seasons on staff assisting with the development of student athletes. Many of whom went on to earn All-Conference accolades for their efforts on the field

Zach junck

Lineman Specialist

“I had the pleasure of coaching Zach during my time on the Mount Horeb/Barneveld staff. I can speak first hand to his character as a person and abilities as a player. Zach was an outstanding football player with an incredible work ethic. I am thrilled that he agreed to join the Off-Season Academy as he has a passion for the game of football and is a natural when it comes to coaching. He’s a good human with a big heart and I’m glad he is a part of our team!” - Coach Griz

playing career:

Mount Horeb High School:

Two year Varsity starter at Defensive and Offensive Line. As a Junior, he earned 2nd Team All-Conference honors for Offensive Line while helping the team advance to the second round of the WIAA football tournament
As a Senior, he was named a team Captain and earned All-Conference honors for his efforts at Offensive and Defensive Line. For Defensive Line he earned 2nd Team All-Conference and earned Honorable Mention for Offensive Line while helping the team advance to the third round of the WIAA football tournament

coaching career:

Off-Season Academy

Coach Zach has been with OSA since the beginning and will be entering his third year of coaching

miles steinhoff

Defensive Backs and Wide Receivers Specialist

“I met Miles during my time on the Mount Horeb/Barneveld staff. His energy was contagious and he was fun to watch play and be around. Miles was a tremendous athlete and he is a natural coach with an ability to learn and teach anything he sets his mind too. I am so glad that Miles agreed to join the Off-Season Academy. The kids will benefit from his attitude and energy. I am delighted to have him on our team!” - Coach Griz

playing career:

Mount Horeb High School:

Two year Varsity starter at Defensive Back and Wide Receiver. As a Senior he earned All-Conference Honorable Mention honors for his play at both positions while helping lead the team to the second round of WIAA football tournament
Outside of football, Coach Miles was a standout wrestler and baseball player for the Mount Horeb Vikings. In wrestling, Miles was a four year Varsity starter, a two-time team Captain and two-time sectional qualifier. In baseball, Miles was a three year Varsity starter earning All-Conference Honorable Mention at second base and a team Captain his senior year

coaching career:

Off-Season Academy:

Coach Miles joined OSA in 2022 and his entering his second year coaching