In this session, Coach Spahn shares how they are working to sustain success at Grand Rapids High School. He details the challenges that many programs face and ways to turn those challenges into advantages.
Considerations for Strength Training Program Design with Joe Kenn – Dynamic Fitness and Strength
In this session, Coach Kenn discusses designing a team program with the most valuable assets in mind. Coach says it’s important to develop a template that allows for strength training days.
Simplifying Offense with the Power T with Ben Burk – Lakeville South HS (MN)
In this session, Coach Burk describes what he wanted in an offense when he became head coach: Rule-blocking structure and ability to attack every gap (Wing T) Easy to teach and learn (time limits, no […]
Cover 3 vs. Multiple 1 Back Formations with Craig Stern – Concordia University, St. Paul
In this session, Coach Stern describes his team’s base defense, explains their perimeter personnel, and uses game film to break down different coverages.
Building Mackey Award Winning TEs with Tim Brewster – University of Florida
In this session, Coach Brewster breaks down fundamentals and emphasizes three main pillars for Tight Ends: Run Game: “Physically dominate at the point of attack.” Pass Game: “Run every route like you are getting the […]
Installing and Drilling the Modified Shield Punt with Jake Munkwitz – Concordia University, St. Paul
In this session, Coach Munkwitz shares how CSP installs and drills the modified shield punt.
OL Technique, Fundamentals, and Drills with Brian Callahan – University of Minnesota
In this session, Coach Callahan shares his team’s philosophy up front: Always attacking, never full Play the play longer than our opponent Dominate the second half of the play HOW meter always in the red […]
Cobber Football “A Structured and Focused Approach to Tackling” with Kyle Bakken & Terry Horan – Concordia College
In this session, Coach Bakken explains his team’s philosophy which is based on developing a dominant and confident tackling team. He discusses the fundamentals of tackling with an emphasis on shoulder-led tackling and keeping the […]
Building the Hancock Program: Who We Are and What We Do with Chad Christianson – Hancock HS (MN)
In this session, Coach Christianson speaks on the importance of getting your players to participate in team building events throughout the year. Coach shares his ‘true keys’ for the team: Coaching staff where everyone’s voice […]
DB Fundamentals: Route Phases with Joe Harasymiak – University of Minnesota
In this session, Coach Harasymiak goes through different route phases and drill progressions. He breaks down the field into 3 levels: Level 1: L.O.S. Skills (0-5 yards) Level 2: Break Area Skills (6-15 yards) Level […]
Performance Leadership: Impacting the Mental Health and Performance of Your Teams with David Plummer – Premier Sport Psychology, LLC
In this session, David Plummer shares the mental health and performance lessons he learned on his path from being a top HS swimmer to a 14-time All-America at the Univ. of Minnesota, and then finally […]
RB Drills: From Practice to Game with Jabbar Juluke – University of Louisiana Lafayette
In this session, Coach Jabbar Jaluke shares 9 running back drills with variations that he uses at Univ. of Louisiana Lafayette. Drills include: Stumble Bump Ball Security Drill 1 Man Stiff Arm Drill Cross Bar […]
Investing in People: Carry Over to the Field Including RBs in the Passing Game with KiJuan Ware – Macalester College
In this session, Coach talks about investing in yourself, your staff, your players, and how it carries over into game planning.
Leadership & Staff Chemistry with Dave Doeren – North Carolina State University
In this session, Coach Doeren shares the Mission of NC State Football and discusses his thoughts on leadership. Coach expands to discuss: The differences between a coach led team and a player driven team. The […]
Changing the Culture of Indiana Football with Tom Allen – Indiana University
In this session, Coach Allen explains how he helped change the culture at Indiana University. The program has not had a lot of success over the last 25 years but through his leadership, they were […]
ILB Off-Season Drills with Bob Bostad – University of Wisconsin
In this session, Coach Bostad shares practice and game film of drills that complement his 3-4 defense. Drills mentioned help to get off tackles, find the gaps, and read play actions.
Albany’s FIST Defense, Variations, & Weekly Prep with Mike Kleinschmidt – Albany HS (MN)
In this session, Coach Kleinschmidt explains the details behind Albany’s FIST Defense and the overall heavy emphasis they put on defense in their program. He also summarizes their weekly defensive progression in preparing for each […]
Play Action Passing off of the Base Inside Zone Run with Collin Prosser – Minnesota State University, Mankato
In this session, Coach Prosser discusses the flow zone – inside zone and outside zone. Coach explains why they like to run it: It’s built to handle movement. Simplified rules. You can play fast. Coach […]
Dangerous Special Teams Made Easy with Bryan Lamar – Tucker HS (GA)
In this session, Coach Lamar discusses directional kicks and explains the techniques they use to block kicks, and more.
Gap Schemes & Techniques in Gun Offense with Charlie Cosgrove – Gustavus Adolphus College
In this session, Offensive Line Coach and Co-Offensive Coordinator Charlie Cosgrove shares techniques and coaching points he uses to coach the gap scheme.
Player Development at the NFL Level with John Butler – Buffalo Bills
In this session, Coach discusses player development, fundamentals, and techniques specific to the defensive back position.
Mesh Route Package 101 with Steve Rapp – Wise HS (MD)
In this session, Coach Rapp describes his team’s mesh offense and uses game film to help break it down. Reasons Coach likes to use mesh: Answers are built in for both man and zone coverages. […]
Counting System for Run Fits from a 2 High Shell with Jim Glogowski – Minnesota State University, Mankato
In this session, Coach Glogowski shares the key ingredients to a great defense. Mentally tough Disciplined Teamwork/Chemistry Coach goes on to highlight his team’s defensive goals. Minimize points Stop the run Takeaways Win 3rd down
3-3-5 Coverage Concepts with Bryan Lamar – Tucker HS (GA)
In this session, Coach Lamar uses game film and slides to break down his team’s different pass coverages. Coach explains 3- and 4-man pressures and details their responsibilities in the scheme. He explains how their […]
Saint John’s Football: Player Development Program with Gary Fasching – Saint John’s University
In this session, Coach Fasching discusses how he develops players on and off the field. Start a leadership team. Identify your team values. Set up a team mentorship program. Give back to the community. Coach […]
Mesh Drill: Making Your RPO More Effective with Jim Good – University of Redlands
In this session, Coach Good discusses how to make your RPO schemes more effective in a spread offense. He goes on to discuss mesh drills, combo plays, and quick game concepts.
D-Line Get Off Drill with Dennis Dottin-Carter – UConn
Watch as Coach explains and shows a video clip of the D-Line “Get Off Drill”. The D-Line does a lot of stemming and this drill works on their movement and alignments. They use T-Boards in […]
Taking Charge
Provided by: Raise Your Game The true test of a great leader is revealed not in what he does but what his people do without him. How does your team act when you’re not there? […]
The Plan with Jeff Monken – Army West Point
In this session, Coach Monken describes “The Plan” as his team’s foundation, their philosophy, which is built around these 7 commandments: Win the turnover battle Create big plans/no lost yardage plays No missed assignments Win […]
Special Teams Fundamentals for Systems & Specialists with Jay Nunez – Eastern Michigan University
In this session, Coach Nunez argues that punting the football is one of the hardest things in football. His punting fundamentals include: Approach Short, even, and powerful steps that cover 3 yards. Keep on your […]