Watch as Coach Andrew Thiede discusses how utilizing the weight room to its full potential can create championship athletes. He states that each exercise is a tool, not a thing that must be done fully […]
The Ferris State Way with Tony Annese – Ferris State Univ.
Watch as Coach Tony Annese discusses his Ferris State way to success. His behavioral expectations include the three do’s: do what is right, do your best, and do for others. He talks about his statement […]
How We Won the MIAA Championship with Jason Couch – Alma College
Watch as Coach Jason Couch discusses the strategies and values he’s taught his team that led them to win the MIAA Championship. The values he teaches include kinship, integrity, love, and tenacity. He says that […]
Red Zone/Goal Line Planning & Scheme with Steve Otterbein – Hillsdale College
Watch as Coach Steve Otterbein discusses how he prepares a defense and puts it together. For his team he lists the type of ways his defense is strong. His team prioritizes having an attack and […]
High-Tempo Offensive Line Play with Jason Polmanteer – Alma College
Watch as Coach Jason Polmanteer discusses offensive line play that he’s utilized at Alma College. He discusses the results of using his tactics and then highlights how the team has been able to achieve those […]
Setting Edges in the Run Game with Jim Louis – Grand Valley State Univ.
Watch as Coach Jim Louis, defensive coordinator, discusses the importance of setting edges in the run/pass game. He shares his mission statement of employing a defensive unit with an aggressive and precise strategy that will […]
Offensive Line: Hip Explosion Drills with Brian Callahan – Univ. of Minnesota
Watch as Coach Brian Callahan explains and shows clips of these hip explosion drills. Coach discusses the 6 and 4 point explosion drills as well as the no step drill.
Defending Tempo (RPOs) with BJ Campbell
Watch as Coach BJ Campbell discusses RPOs and how today’s offenses try to spread you out and run tempo. The defensive communication must be crisp and efficient to offset the tempo.
Quarterback Development Plan with Todd Dodge, Retired – Westlake High School (TX)
Watch as Coach Todd Dodge explains that his program is in a one high school town with two middle schools. In each middle school the 7th grade has an A and B team with four […]
Offensive Linemen Specific Combine Drills
By: Loren Landow & Chris Jarmon Originally Published in: All-Pro Performance Training Provided by: Human Kinetics Any offensive lineman will proudly tell you that his position group has “the real athletes” on the field. This […]
Off-Man Coverage: Footwork and QB Reads with Lavell Jackson – Minnesota State Univ., Mankato
Watch as Coach Lavell Jackson discusses DB footwork and QB reads to help your defense recognize patterns and make big plays when the game is on the line.
Develop Relationships with Alan Stein, Jr.
Watch as Alan Stein, Jr. discusses the importance of developing relationships with your players. Know your personnel and play to their strengths. Work with the players on their fundamentals and basics. Develop relationships with the […]
Assistant Coach Characteristics with Drew Cronic – US Naval Academy
Watch as Coach Drew Cronic discusses the qualities that he looks for when hiring assistant coaches. He wants coaches that love their players and treat them as if they were their own sons. The assistants […]
Program Managing
By: Dan Gould & Cliff Mallett Originally Published in: Sport Coaches Handbook Provided by: Human Kinetics Managing a program effectively requires a coach to plan and direct both culture and practice in a specific setting. […]
Offense vs. Defense Drills with James Franklin – Penn State Univ.
Watch as Coach James Franklin explains and shows clips of these offense vs. defense full contact drills. Pods are quick paced-drills involving offensive and defensive linemen plus backers. Make sure to work the right and […]
Energy Vampires with Mike Bobo – Univ. of Georgia
Watch as Coach Mike Bobo (previously at Colorado State Univ.) discusses the importance of locking the doors from the outside noise with both coaches and the team being grateful and staying positive under all circumstances.
V-Drill with Mike Siravo – Minnesota Vikings
Watch as Coach Mike Siravo explains and both offensive and defensive players demonstrate the V-Drill. This is an everyday drill for all positions, except the defensive line. In this case, the offensive lineman is attacking […]
Safety in Sports Includes Mental Health Care
Medical professionals agree that about 20% of high school athletes and 30% of college athletes have or will have a serious anxiety or diagnosable mental health disorder that causes some degree of impairment in their […]
Special Teams – Punt Block Drills with Ben Larson – UCF
Watch as Coach Ben Larson explains that in order to be successful at blocking punts, you must practice live blocks – taking the ball off the punters foot. Coach shows clips of drills emphasizing teaching […]
Vicious Separation Drill with Chad Cochran – Oxford High School (AL)
Watch as Coach Chad Cochran explains that it is all about creating muscle memory in this vicious separation drill. The defensive player must have proper positioning and strike out while moving forward before gaining separation. […]
5 Components of Building a Program with Matt Hennesy – Pawhuska High School (OK)
Watch as Coach Matt Hennesy discusses the 5 absolutes of turning around a program and maintaining its success.
Shoulder Reduction LB Pass Rush Drill with Glenn Schumann – Univ. of Georgia
Watch as Coach Glenn Schumann explains and shows practice video of this shoulder reduction LB pass rush drill. The drill simulates a LB working the A or B gaps and continuing to gain ground. The […]
Offensive Evolution with Chip Kelly – Oakland Raiders
Watch as Coach Chip Kelly discusses the evolution of offensive football. He strives to put his players in a position where they can be successful. It is key to evaluate your players’ talent and run […]
Setting Goals
By: Dan Gould & Cliff Mallett Originally Published in: Sport Coaches Handbook Provided by: Human Kinetics Setting clear goals helps coaches and athletes achieve success. Goals offer direction and purpose for our day-to-day activities; in […]
Grading Players Performance with Ed Orgeron – (Retired) Louisiana State Univ.
Watch as Coach Ed Orgeron explains that LSU players are graded on technique, activity ratio, and effort (what is a loaf?). He emphasizes that the player who makes plays based on activity ratio, but may […]
Defensive Line Bag Gauntlet with Liam Klein – Kennesaw State Univ.
Looking for an addition to your defensive line bag drill series? Watch as Coach Liam Klein discusses a variety of bag drills that he uses to refine technique with the hands and feet.
Developing a Culture
By: Jen Welter Originally Published in: Winning Ways of Women Coaches Provided by: Human Kinetics You must give players a voice in shaping the identity and setting the tone. With the most powerful teams I […]
Offensive Line Run Blocking: Strike Circuit with Andy Prevost – Univ. of South Dakota
Watch as Coach Andy Prevost explains that he wants the offensive line to be physical by making solid contact and not getting driven off the ball. He reviews run and pass techniques and shows video […]
Running Back Bag Drills with David White – Jackson Hole High School (WY)
Watch as Coach David White explains and shows clips of various running back bag drills. The drills work on footwork and balance and it is important to work the technique and get it right before […]
Defensive Line: Redirect Drills with Eric Schmidt – Univ. of Washington
Watch as Coach Eric Schmidt discusses and shows video clips of defensive line redirect drills that are part of the everyday drill package. These drills teach d-linemen to disregard snap counts and get up the […]