Originally Published in: Game Ready – 52 Takeaways for Winning by Coach Mickey Marley I made this statement earlier, but I think it bears repeating. I often would ask my players this question: ‘How many […]
Accept It or Correct It with Alan Stein, Jr.
Alan Stein, Jr. explains that every single behavior that goes on in your program, on or off the field, is either something you accept or correct. He also explains how eliminating some behaviors, such as […]
Be Involved in the Community with Matt Hennesy – Pawhuska High School (OK)
Watch as Coach Matt Hennesy discusses the importance of making sure your community is part of your program. He encourages working with local businesses to raise awareness and funding. Making yourself available to the community […]
Are You a Prospect or a Suspect?
By: Adam Sarancik Author of: Coaching Champions for Life Questions College Coaches Should Ask and High School Players Should Be Able to Answer Better People=Better Athletes=Better Players and Teammates I am frequently surprised how rarely […]
Determine Your Offensive Strategy on a Yearly Basis with Mike Gundy – Oklahoma State Univ.
Watch as Coach Mike Gundy explains that every year the staff evaluates their offense and personnel to determine if changes are needed. The abilities of the QB, running back and receivers should be the determining […]
LBs: Open Field Tackling with Zach Arnett – Mississippi State Univ.
Watch as Coach Zach Arnett discusses proper technique when attempting to make an open field tackle and why he never uses the phrase “break down” when coaching his athletes.
Tackling Philosophy with Mike Siravo – Minnesota Vikings
Watch as Coach Mike Siravo discusses the importance of your entire staff being on the same page when teaching tackling (technique and terminology). Baylor’s tackling philosophy is to create turnovers and the players are taught […]
10-Minute Clinic: Block Destruction Drills with Ernie Sims – Univ. of Central Florida
In this Football Coaches Insider | 10-Minute Clinic, Ernie Sims, Linebackers Coach at the Univ. of Central Florida shares his favorite block destruction drills for linebackers. Drills Inside the 10-Minute Clinic: Hat & Hands Drill […]
How to Avoid Coaching Burnout with Dr. Lee Dorpfeld – Univ. of South Florida
Watch as Dr. Lee Dorpfeld explains that burnout is unlikely to affect coaches who don’t care or who aren’t passionate about their work. However, most successful coaches who invest significant time and effort without maintaining […]
Energy Stealers with Derek Mason
Get rid of them. Watch as Coach Derek Mason discusses the impact that energy stealers on the staff have on your players.
Oak Ridge Zone & Power Run Game with Casey Taylor – Oak Ridge High School (CA)
Watch as Coach Casey Taylor discusses the importance of your program having offensive core values. He explains his team’s core values include being physical, taking care of the football, making defense defend the entire field, […]
10-Minute Clinic: Running Back Drills with Carlos Locklyn – Ohio State Univ.
In this Football Coaches Insider | 10-Minute Clinic, sponsored by Boxout Sports, Carlos Locklyn, Running Backs Coach at University of Oregon, shares five running back drills. (Carlos Locklyn was formerly coaching at University of Oregon.) […]
Win the Turnover Battle with Jeff Monken – US Military Academy West Point
Watch as Coach Jeff Monken discusses the importance of winning the turnover battle and how it impacts winning and losing. Teams that won the turnover battle were victorious 73% of the time. In practice, all […]
Practice Organization: Group Perimeter Drill with Mike Bobo – Univ. of Georgia
Watch as Coach Mike Bobo explains this group “good on good” perimeter drill. With the evolution of RPOs and the outside game, this drill allows both receivers and defensive backs to practice the techniques needed […]
Pass Under Pressure Drill with Todd Dodge, (Retired) – Westlake HS (TX)
Watch as Coach Todd Dodge explains PUP (pass under pressure) and shows video clips of the drill. This is a throwing drill, but the defense has the advantage as they can tee off on the […]
Receiver’s Stack Alignment on a DB with Ron Bellamy – Univ. of Michigan
Watch as Coach Ron Bellamy explains and shows practice clips of stacking a DB. The receivers are executing different releases working on getting to a stack position. A DB, using a press technique, is trying […]
My Take on Leadership
By: John Klessinger Originally Published in: A Coach’s Manual Provided by: Championship Productions “If you expect people to follow you, you have to be willing to be the first to get dirty.” – John Klessinger […]
John Wayne QB Drill with Lincoln Riley – USC
Watch as Coach Lincoln Riley explains how this drill allows the QB to take some contact and get used to having bodies around him without the threat of injury. The drill simulates throwing through contact […]
Zone Punt Protection Scheme with Willie Fritz – Tulane Univ.
Looking for a new punt formation? Watch as Coach Willie Fritz discusses why he uses a zone protection scheme and shares one of his favorite drills to practice player assignment and pursuit angles.
Defensive Coverages with Joe Rossi – Univ. of Minnesota
Considering changing your defense to a man-zone concept for next season? Watch Coach Joe Rossi discuss the benefits of running a mixed coverage and what cover 6 looks like for Minnesota.
QB Easy Elway Drill with Mike Yurcich – Penn State Univ.
Watch as Coach Mike Yurcich explains and shows video of this QB easy Elway drill. This is a pocket navigation drill with the QB moving to the right or left as he feels pressure. The […]
Identifying and Correcting Risky Tackle Technique in American Football
By: Scott R Dietrich – Barry Univ., Nasik Muhammad Nafi – Kansas State Univ., Tim Hibbs & Reggie Givens – Pine Crest School (FL) USA Football® and the CDC have made advancements on how coaches […]
Defensive Line Chute Drills with Liam Klein – Kennesaw State Univ.
Watch as Coach Liam Klein shows clips of these defensive linemen chute drills. All of the drills emphasize a flat back with no arch, keeping your head up, and hands inside.
Combo Plays: Quick Passes and Draws with Jim Good – Univ. of Redlands
Watch as Coach Jim Good discusses and shows examples of quick passes and draws. This scheme can be used off any 3-step quick game and Redlands uses sticks and outs. The draw will be an […]
CART with Brady Hoke – San Diego State Univ.
Watch as Coach Brady Hoke explains an acronym called CART that helps define a consistent culture and sets a standard of behavior for both coaches and players.
An Inside Look at Lakeland High School’s (FL) Football Culture with Retired Coach Bill Castle
Watch as Coach Castle, assistant coaches, and administrators discuss the culture that Coach Castle established for the Lakeland football program. Coach retired after 52 years and he led Lakeland to two USA national championships, eight […]
Reflecting On Why You Coach
By: Wade Gilbert Originally Published in: Coaching Better Every Season Provided by: Human Kinetics Most coaching books start with a discussion of the importance of creating a coaching philosophy and follow up with a section […]
The Nole Way with Mike Norvell – Florida State Univ.
Watch as Coach Mike Norvell talks about ‘The Nole Way’ and the four principles that describe how his team plays. The team must play smart, play fast, play physical, and always finish.
Defense: Fit Drill with Ed Orgeron – (Retired) Louisiana State Univ.
Watch as Coach Ed Orgeron explains that the fit drill is the first defensive drill of the practice. The coaches will run the top five offensive plays of their opponent and the defense will fit […]
Inside Zone Blocking Rules and Count System with Joe Pawlak – Univ. of North Dakota
Watch as Coach Joe Pawlak discusses the inside zone blocking rules and count system for the Univ. of North Dakota. Coach explains the rules for play side and back side and the counting systems that […]