Watch as Coach Joe Rossi discusses Gopher offense. Coach explains their defensive identity and how they determine their plan, toughness, and technique. He then shows film examples of their defensive tackling techniques.
Gopher Offense with Kirk Ciarrocca – Univ. of Minnesota
Watch as Coach Kirk Ciarrocca explains Gopher offense. Coach breaks down his offensive philosophy and how to build an offense tailored to your team and culture.
Tackling Concepts and Drills with Derrick Jackson – Northern Illinois Univ.
Watch as Coach Derrick Jackson talks about tackling concepts and drills. Coach focuses on explaining different forms of tackling and how he believes tackling is a lost art. Overtime, less and less of the game […]
ABCs of Downhill Tackling with Nick Benedetto – Northern Illinois Univ.
Watch as Coach Nick Benedetto talks about the ABCs of downhill tackling. Coach goes into detail explaining base tackling techniques and ball distribution. He then explains how he trains his players using reps, muscle memory, […]
NIU Offense with Eric Eidsness – Northern Illinois Univ.
Watch as Coach Eric Eidsness talks about NIU offense. Coach explains his multiple sets and personnel groups, how he decides to play them on the field, how to determine team run type and breakdown, box […]
Preparing Yourself to Become a Head Coach with Andy Hill – Woodbury HS (MN)
Watch as Coach Andy Hill describes how to prepare yourself to become a head coach. Coach breaks down the fundamentals of being a head coach, preparing as an assistant, how to plan your work/portfolio, the […]
Coverage-Based Run Fits with Billy Kirch – Northwestern College
Watch as Coach Billy Kirch discusses coverage-based run fits. Coach describes two types of run fits. He explains the benefits of 1 gap fit, 2 gap fit, coverage shell, and other plays while showing film […]
Standards & Developing Leadership with Nate Moore – Massillon HS (OH)
Watch as Coach Nate Moore discusses standards and developing leadership in your program. His program’s standards rely on his principles. The first principles are trust, accountability, and sacrifice. The second principles are self-discipline, honesty, respect, […]
Formation Recognition Packages with Kim Niedbala – Mt. Lebanon HS (PA)
Watch as Coach Kim Niedbala discusses formation recognition packages. Coach explains in detail his base 3-4 defense, base & blitz, call side defenders vs. weak side defenders, tight ends, coverage terms, pressures, and more.
How We Built the NIU Culture with Thomas Hammock – Northern Illinois Univ.
Watch as Coach Thomas Hammock talks about how he built the NIU culture. For there to be growth in your program, you need to invest in the process, the culture, and each other. Investing in […]
The Cardinal Way: Our Xs and Os with Trevor Carrier – LeRoy-Ostrander HS ( MN)
Watch as Coach Trevor Carrier talks about “The Cardinal Way” and his Xs and Os. Coach explains his LEAD Culture (loyalty, effort, attitude, dedication) and how to challenge your players to be uncomfortable and grow. […]
Performance Mindset: 5 Tools & Strategies with Dr. Justin Anderson – Premier Sport Psychology
Watch as Dr. Justin Anderson discusses performance mindset. Advances in sport psychology are not only physical. We cannot just focus on mental performance if someone’s mental health is struggling. Anderson breaks down survival mode vs. […]
RPO Passing Game with Todd Dodge – Westlake HS (TX)
Watch as Coach Todd Dodge talks about the RPO passing game. Coach breaks down the 10 personnel and the 20 personnel plays, explaining them each with film examples.
Base 34: Blitzes, & Coverages with Kim Niedbala – Mt. Lebanon HS (PA)
Watch as Coach Kim Niedbala talks about base 34 blitzes and coverages. Coach says his basic requirements are to not put kids in a bad situation, keep it simple but keep it fast, give them […]
Language of the Leader with Jeremy Boone – Athlete By Design
Axiology is the science of human value and decision making and this assisted in a study of how athletes, coaches, and athletic directors make decisions. Based on this study, Jeremy suggests that the word ‘amazing’ […]
Staff Development: Check Your Ego at the Door with Damon Baldwin – Ramona HS (CA)
Watch as Coach Damon Baldwin discusses common issues found in programs when dealing with ego management, coach-to-coach communication, and critiquing.
D-Line Fast Hands and Power Strike Drills with Liam Klein – Kennesaw State Univ.
Watch as Coach explains, and D-linemen demonstrate these fast hands and power strike drills. Line up in a six-point stance with a flat back and the head up for the fast hands drill. The players […]
Are You a Leader?
By: Alan Stein, Jr. AlanSteinJr.com I try to build my success, brick by brick, and aim to get a little better every day. One of my focal points is improving my leadership. The words ‘coach’ […]
Chalk Talk with Chip Kelly – Oakland Raiders
Watch as the famous Coach Chip Kelly explains chalk talk, his core values, the most important factors to winning, the culture he aims to create, how to uphold your culture, and much more in this […]
QB RPO Progressions with Kenny Dillingham – Univ. of Oregon
Watch as Coach Kenny Dillingham explains quarterback RPO progressions. Coach breaks down how he coaches RPO and how to prevent being dictated. His lecture helps coaches understand run fits, how to attack that in the […]
Affecting the QB: Stems & Disguises with Jake Long – Univ. of Oregon
Watch as Coach Jake Long explains what affects quarterbacks and their common stems/disguises. Coach says his goal is to make different things look the same by maximizing what you do to the offense and minimizing […]
Corner Fundamentals with Demetrice Martin – UCLA
Watch as Coach Demetrice Martin talks about corner fundamentals. Coach talks about how cornerbacks must master the ability to simultaneously anticipate things that are about to happen and move on from things that just happened […]
Defeating Run Blockers with Tony Tuioti – Univ. of Oregon
Watch as Coach Tony Tuioti talks about how to defeat run blockers. Coach goes over some FAQs he sees during clinics, some pre-snap procedures, and tactics for defeating run blockers. Coach explains that if you […]
Tight Ends: Drill Work Progressions with Drew Mehringer – Univ. of Oregon
Watch as Coach Drew Mehringer talks about tight ends and drill work progression. Coach talks about the value of drill work and how his goal is simple: help to improve players to be the best […]
Running Back Philosophy & Drills with Carlos Locklyn – Ohio State Univ.
Watch as Coach Carlos Locklyn explains running back philosophy and drills. Coach talks about the RB mindset and how it’s all about shutting down the rest of your instincts in order to complete and control […]
Oregon Pass Pro Fundamentals with Viane Talamaivao – Univ. of Oregon
Watch as Coach Viane Talamaivao explains Oregon pass pro fundamentals. Coach explains that it all starts with your pass pro philosophy. For Orgeon, their philosophy is to build the dish and create a pocket for […]
Air Raid Offense: Curl – How to Install & Rep with Sheldon Cross – Kennedy Catholic HS (WA)
Watch as Coach Sheldon Cross explains air raid offense and how to install/increase reps with that scheme. Air raid offense improves players’ throws, box availability, and runs with the ball.
Creating Turnovers Through Fundamental Tackling with Arne Ferguson – Western Oregon Univ.
Watch as Coach Arne Ferguson talks about creating turnovers through fundamental tackling. Coach shows a variation of drills to help solidify turnovers in your plays.
Air Raid Offense: Shallow – How to Install & Rep with Sheldon Cross – Kennedy Catholic HS (WA)
Watch as Coach Sheldon Cross explains air raid offense and how to install/increase reps with that scheme. Air raid offense improves players’ throws, box availability, and runs with the ball.
Recruiting & Retaining Players at Your School with Jeremy Plaa – Thomas Downey HS (CA)
Watch as Coach Jeremy Plaa discusses recruiting/retaining players in your program and how to increase your numbers. Coach talks about how nationally, high school football participation numbers have decreased drastically over the past decade. He […]