In this session, Coach explains the five pillars to building your culture, the “Fridley Way”. He explains the importance of the youth program, consistency in the coaching staff, player appreciation, and relationships as well as […]
Bangs Power Spread Offense with Kyle Maxfield – Bangs HS (TX)
In this session, Coach Maxfield discusses the success of his power spread offense focusing on the run and pass game. He explains that he limits the number of concepts but reps them to perfection. Execution […]
Installing the Boot to Your Base Running Game with Dean Aurich – Mayer Lutheran HS (MN)
In this session, Coach Aurich shares 5 base running plays they use to help set up the play action bootleg. Dive Blast Belly Toss GT Coach shows drills and describes each play in detail and […]
Optimizing Football Performance with Michael Kiely & Bill Welle – Training HAUS
In this session, Michael Kiely & Bill Welle analyze performance needs for athletes, emphasizing the following: Speed. Acceleration. Deceleration, Change of Direction & Reactivity. Strength & Power. Skills. They go on to show drills that […]
Cover Zero Pressures with Carlton Hall – Millikin University
In this session, Coach Hall describes his team’s defensive pillars which include: Embrace Excellence The Ball Is the Program Pressure – Pursuit – Penalties Coach explains his blitz packages and uses stats to emphasize the […]
Quick Passing Game with Shane Savoie – St. Thomas More HS (LA)
In this session, Coach Savoie discusses the quick passing game and the value brought to an offense by implementing quicks and some base concepts.
Top 5 Things Coaches Should Know About Their Athletes’ Mindset with Dr. Justin Anderson – Premier Sport Psychology, LLC
In this session, Dr. Justin Anderson discusses the importance of mindset training for athletes. Dr. Anderson explains how anxiety can plague an athlete’s performance and shares tips on how to shift your mindset to avoid […]
RPOs & Play Action Pass off of Inside Runs with Brent Vigen – Montana State University
In this session, Coach Vigen shares the teaching progression & reads for Montana State’s RPOs off of their Inside Runs.
Hall vs. Ware: Chalk Wars with Carlton Hall & KiJuan Ware – Millikin University & Macalester College
In this session, Coach Hall and Coach Ware discuss their teams’ offensive and defensive philosophies using a whiteboard to highlight their personnel and draw up plays. They discuss the 4-3 and the role each position […]
Bison Special Teams with Matt Entz – North Dakota State University
In this session, Coach Entz describes how he cultivates leadership in his program and explains that athletes have three needs: Someone to believe in them Belief in a system Belong to a community Coach also […]
“Be the Rock” – A Culture of Responsibility and Accountability with Jerry Olszewski – Augustana University
In this session, Coach Olszewski shares what COVID has taught him and his program. His biggest takeaways are: Pack Light: Plans change fast, be adaptable and live for today. Attitude of Gratitude: Don’t expect anything […]
Working to Sustain Success at a Smaller School with Greg Spahn – Grand Rapids HS (MN)
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.