Parent Testimonials

“We have been working with Coach Lenson for two years and what impresses me the most is his commitment to the players he trains. He supports his players both on and off the field and is willing to do whatever he can to help advance them to the next level. Coach Lenson has extensive knowledge of the game and specifically designs each session for the player(s) he is training at the time. I would recommend Lenson Punting and Kicking to any specialist in Northern New England who is looking to improve their game.”

— Stephanie L.

“If you’re looking for a kicking coach in Northern New England this is your guy Coach Lenson. What impressed me the most about Coach Sam, as a parent, is his commitment to your player outside of training sessions. We first met Coach Sam July of ‘21 through a phone call as my son was heading in for his second ankle surgery from a football season injury. Due to Peyton’s recovery and football commitments we only had 2 sessions that fall with Sam throughout that season, then winter and spring, Coach kept in touch with Peyton consistently through phone calls and texts, talking game play, off season training and encouragement.We’ve had a few more sessions this spring and summer, maybe 10 sessions total & Coach Sam continues to take time to check in personally with Peyton, outside of the training sessions every week in season to talk kicking!”

— Matthew H.

Player Testimonials

“Thanks to Coach Lenson, I went to my first college football camp as a much more polished kicker thanks to the slight adjustments he helped bring to my game. These adjustments and the opportunity to work with other specialists and snappers helped me earn a starting position as a freshman. Coach Lenson does all his training with a positive attitude and great energy.”

— Colby Bernier,
Tennessee Tech

“I started working with Coach Lenson this past summer in hopes of learning how to properly kick a football and get better. He reached out to me and really personalized my training to make me a better player. He taught me basic fundamentals that I was lacking and truly made them a consistent part of my game. Whether it be ball contact, or my plant foot Coach Lenson knew exactly what needed to be corrected and how to fix it. He not only helped me become a better kicker for kickoffs and field goals but also taught me how to punt. Now my leg is a big weapon for our team and that is thanks to Coach Lenson. His coaching style is extremely supportive and is personalized for you, and he is very affordable. My skills and confidence on the field have grown tremendously since I started working with Coach Lenson and he is a great opportunity for anyone who wants to become a better punter, kicker, or long snapper.”

— Kenny Doak,
Southeast Missouri State Redhawks 

“I started working with Coach Lenson this past summer in hopes of learning how to properly kick a football and get better. He reached out to me and really personalized my training to make me a better player. He taught me basic fundamentals that I was lacking and truly made them a consistent part of my game. Whether it be ball contact, or my plant foot Coach Lenson knew exactly what needed to be corrected and how to fix it. He not only helped me become a better kicker for kickoffs and field goals but also taught me how to punt. Now my leg is a big weapon for our team and that is thanks to Coach Lenson. His coaching style is extremely supportive and is personalized for you, and he is very affordable. My skills and confidence on the field have grown tremendously since I started working with Coach Lenson and he is a great opportunity for anyone who wants to become a better punter, kicker, or long snapper.”

— Brandt Abbott,
Bonny Eagle 

COACH’S TESTIMONIALS

  • "Coach Lenson has made a tremendous impact at the University of Maine from his playing days as a scholar student-athlete to his time on our staff coaching the specialists. As a player, his importance was felt on and off the field and helped build the foundation of not only some of the best special teams units in FCS football, but with our overall winning Black Bear culture. After playing, Coach Lenson coached our specialists and furthered his reach to student-athletes into the coaching world. His commitment to Maine, specifically with his expertise in special teams, has shown through for the better part of a decade. I have the utmost confidence that Coach Lenson will continue to be a true expert in the field, make a lasting impact on the lives of young, aspiring football players seeking a future at the next level, and be an advocate for furthering the importance of football in the great state of Maine."

    — Coach Nick Charlton
    Former Head Football Coach, University of Maine - UCONN OFFENSIVE COORDINATOR

  • “Coach Lenson is a very knowledgeable Special Teams coach and particularly a Specialist coach. Even more so than that he is passionate and a great teacher. He thrives on helping young players understand the technique and fundamentals that will help them become a better kicker and punter. If you are a young specialist and want to get better I definitely recommend him.”

    — Coach Garrett McLaughlin
    Special Teams Coordinator, University of New Hampshire

  • “Adding Coach Lenson as the coach specializing in our snapping and kicking game was the best addition we could have had to our special teams unit at the University of Maine. A former Division-I kicker from the northeast, he knows exactly the necessary demand and tools required to succeed at any level. I am confident that Coach Lenson will be the guy to help improve athletes kicking, punting and long-snapping ability in Maine!”

    — Coach Jared Keyte
    Special Teams Coordinator/Safeties, University of Maine

  • "Great kicking and punting requires detailed training of both skill and strength, traits that Coach Lenson has been able to consistently develop. The confidence that I have seen players gain from his training is undeniable."

    — Coach Jon Lynch
    Director of Sports Performance, University of MaineUMaine Football Head Strength and Conditioning Coach

  • "Sam Lenson is a quality young man. As a teacher, you'll find him to be very industrious and extremely hard working. He is a self- starter who pursues his goals with great enthusiasm and intensity. From the time he first joined our football program at Maine, Sam worked year round to improve himself at his specific football skills, kicking and punting. His persistent effort elevated his stature on our team. More importantly, it won him playing time, respect, and admiration from his teammates and coaches. He will do a great job evaluating, instructing, and elevating the performance level of kickers and punters in Maine."

    — Coach Jack Cosgrove
    Head Football Coach, Colby College