Watch as Coach Rob Wenger discusses his process for teaching a field goal unit how to cover a short or blocked kick that is still in the field of play.
No Job Is Too Small with Brian Brazil – Hebron HS (TX)
Be the head coach of your position. Coach explains that no job is too small and encourages coaches to take ownership of jobs that they are assigned and try to be the best at it. […]
Tackling: 4 Up’s with Cesar Rivas-Sandoval – Retired
Watch as Coach Cesar Rivas-Sandoval discusses his tackling philosophy and explains the importance of using consistent terminology across your program.
3 Rules for Parent Meetings with Matt Hennesy – Pawhuska HS (OK)
Be Prepared. Watch as Coach presents 3 rules that will help you have an organized meeting with parents.
Wide Receivers Perimeter Blocking Progression with Kenny Guiton – Univ. of Arkansas
Watch as Coach Kenny Guiton explains and shows practice video of this wide receivers perimeter blocking progression. The drill starts out working on the approach, breakdown, and vertical punch to the bag. The shuffle involves […]
Using Technology in Program Management and Monitoring
By: Dan Gould & Cliff Mallett Originally Published in: Sport Coaches’ Handbook Provided by: Human Kinetics In the past decade, as easy access to networked digital devices has exploded, technology use in sport has proliferated, […]
Use the TE to Run the Ball vs. Man Coverage with Mike Gundy – Oklahoma State Univ.
Teams that play man coverage usually overload the box. Use the TE in different formations to run the ball to prevent from becoming one dimensional.
Effort is Non-Negotiable with Mike Bobo – Univ. of Georgia
Watch as Coach Mike Bobo explains why he expects 100% effort from his players 100% of the time. Coach Bobo also discusses how 100% effort does not only refer to play on the field, but […]
Ball Disruption Drills with PJ Fleck – Univ. of Minnesota
Watch as Coach explains and shows practice and game clips of these ball disruptions drills. He goes into detail for the Sack Fumble and Strip Fumble Punch drills.
Fundraising: The Biggest Missed Opportunity at the High School Level with Dr. Brad Bates – Collegiate Sports Associates
In this Stronger Program Series Episode 5, presented by Rogers Athletic Company, we sat down with Dr. Brad Bates, Vice President of Collegiate Sports Associates and former Athletic Administrator at Boston College, Miami University, and […]
LBs Tackling/Picking Up a Fumble Drill with Michael Scherer – Univ. of Nevada, Las Vegas
Watch as Coach explains the importance of keeping the feet moving when tackling. He created this tackling and fumble recovery drill to emphasize keeping the feet moving throughout the tackling process. The LB will tackle […]
Optimism
By: Alan Stein, Jr. Originally Published in: Raise Your Game Confidence comes from an understanding of your own agency, your own influence, and your own ability to make things happen. Bob Rotella is a sports […]
Defining Family with PJ Fleck – Univ. of Minnesota
Watch as Coach explains the “who, what, when, where, why, and how” process he uses with his program and players and how he relates this to defining “Family”.
Developing an In-School Athlete Training Program with Brent Cummings – Rockford HS (MI)
In this Stronger Program Series Episode 4, presented by Rogers Athletic Company, we sit down with Brent Cummings, Head Football Coach and Strength & Conditioning Coordinator at Rockford High School in Michigan, to discuss: Enhancing […]
Hiring, Retaining, and Growing Championship Coaching Staffs with Doug Gnodtke – Univ. of Michigan Athletics
In this Stronger Program Series Episode 3, presented by Rogers Athletic Company, we sit down with Doug Gnodtke, Executive Associate AD and Chief of Staff for University of Michigan Athletics to discuss: How to Hire […]
Keep it Simple and Play Fast with Travis Reeve – New Caney HS (TX)
Keep it as simple as possible while creating the illusion of being really complicated. Coach explains that they want to give opposing defenses multiple looks, but still focus on their core plays.
Special Teams Period After Stretching with Mike Norvell – Florida State Univ.
Work your special teams every day in practice after your stretch period. Coach delegates a 5-minute period everyday with full speed reps for the kick and return game. Once a week they work on special […]
Make Your QB Drills More Gamelike with Lincoln Riley – USC
Have your QB drills been adapted to fit today’s game? Coach explains that the amount of throwing QBs do in the off season has led to more throwing than ever before. They have changed up […]
Life – Love It…You’re Gonna Leave It
By: Coach Mickey Marley Originally Published in: Game Ready – 52 Takeaways for Winning You know something I used to be really guilty of doing? I was guilty of taking life for granted. I used […]
Life After Sport: Does Your Coaching Style Help or Hurt Your Athletes’ Future with Katie Krasinski – Structure House
In this Stronger Program Series Episode 2, presented by Rogers Athletic Company, we sit down with Katie Krasinski, MS, SCCC, Fitness Director at Structure House, a residential fitness center in Durham, North Carolina, to discuss: […]
Defensive Line: Blitz Movement with Joe Rossi – Univ. of Minnesota
Watch as Coach Joe Rossi discusses Defensive Line Blitz Movement and the importance of being able to adjust your stance pre-snap.
Tackling Gator Roll with Cesar Rivas-Sandoval – Retired
Watch as Coach Cesar Rivas-Sandoval discusses the Gator Roll tackling drill to give your athletes another option when tackling in open space.
Live an Elite Life with PJ Fleck – Univ. of Minnesota
If you want to live an elite life, then your life will be difficult. Coach explains that to be elite, you will separate yourself from the crowd. You will be critiqued and criticized, but inside […]
A Simple Approach to an Efficient Strength Training Program with Doug Scott – The Pingry School (NJ)
In this Stronger Program Series: Episode 1, presented by Rogers Athletic Company, we sat down with Doug Scott, Director of Strength and Conditioning at The Pingry School in Basking Ridge, New Jersey, to discuss: Efficiencies […]
Understanding Parents
By: John Klessinger Originally Published in: A Coach’s Manual Provided by: Championship Productions “Keep the discussion with your athlete and parents alive, but never forget that you are the coach, and you have your own […]
Identifying Culture Within Your Environment with Jeff Earls – Penn State Univ.
Watch as Coach Jeff Earls explains that at Penn State, culture is more than just a slogan, it’s a daily commitment. He stresses the importance of intentionally addressing your culture, noting that while it can […]
QB Drill Work and Fundamentals with Mike Yurcich – Penn State Univ.
Watch as Coach Mike Yurcich breaks down quarterback fundamental drills and read drills. He covers key basics like keeping the right foot under the right armpit, staying upright with a still head, using the core […]
Weekly Structure – Game Planning, Practice Scheduling, and Drills with James Franklin – Penn State Univ.
Watch as Coach James Franklin discusses the core values that drive his program. He emphasizes that core values and beliefs should remain unwavering and explains that while their four key values are football-specific, they are […]
D-Line Fundamentals and Drills with Kenny Martin – Univ. of Central Florida
Watch as Coach Kenny Martin dives into the key elements of developing dominant defensive linemen. He focuses on critical fundamentals like blow delivery, foot drive at the point of contact, gap control, block destruction, athleticism, […]
Implementing Special Teams Situations in Practice with Brian Blackmon – Univ. of Central Florida
Watch as Coach Brian Blackmon discusses the importance of special situations in the game and how they approach them on special teams. He explains that their mission is to create field position advantages and deliver […]