Brandon Gennette, in his first season leading the Stevenson Titans, announced a sweeping ban on social media highlights, saying the program will no longer post game‑day clips or player spotlights online.
The decision follows a stint at Warren Cousino, where Gennette guided the team to three postseason appearances and a 2025 Division 2 district championship, establishing a reputation for turning losing programs into contenders.
A New Emphasis on Team Unity
Players have embraced the change, noting that the absence of online distractions has sharpened their focus on practice and weight‑room work. Senior running back John Taylor said the ban “cuts out the noise” and lets the team concentrate on the grind.
Offensive tackle Braden Chaffin, a Stanford commit who was rated among the nation’s top 15 prospects, has also refrained from sharing camp highlights, reinforcing the message that the team’s progress will be measured on the field, not on the feed.
Defensive tackle Jayden Randle, another standout, added that the lack of external hype fuels motivation, especially for a squad that has gone 5‑5 in recent seasons and is hungry for its first winning record in years.
The Titans will continue to use HUDL for internal film review, but any external posting will be postponed until the team proves its mettle on the scoreboard. Gennette hopes the culture shift will translate into a run at the state championship.