How to Defend the Youth Single Wing is a new release that shows the aspiring coach how How to Defend the Youth Single Wing offense that so many pop warner, pee wee and youth football teams are now using.
Everywhere you read on the internet, you see some writer promoting the single wing as “the greatest thing…
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Check out these great tips on wide receiver blocking. This post covers many of the different kind of blocks most wide receivers are required to make.
A Few Wide Receiver Blocking Techniques
by FIGUREFOUR on Offensive Strategy
Blocking, like running a pass route, begins with the stance and take off. It is imperative that a receiver get off…
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10 Simple Evening Snacks Suggestions for an Athlete
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Check out this great article on “10 Simple Evening Snacks Suggestions for an Athlete” written By Jenn Stranzl Sports Performance Nutritionist, RD, CISSN
” As an athlete, it is important to fuel your body every 3-4 hours. This is much different than the saying “You shouldn’t eat…
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Having a dominating defensive line is a must if you are trying to establish a solid defense. Far too many youth football coaches ignore the defensive line and look to hide their weaker players here. What a mistake!
Check out this article from Sean McCormick teaching you how use the blocking sled on a daily basis to make…
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Here’s a great checklist from Jerry Campbell’s football forum. This checklist will keep you organized which is of utmost importance when coaching a youth football tem.
Give this a good look and feel free to make changes to fit your unique situation.
OFFENSE: GENERAL STRUCTURE
Huddle alignment, information conveyed by QB, procedure for breaking huddle.
How plays are to be communicated…
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In regards to little kid football, being involved with the best youth league should be top priority for all players, parents and coaches. You want to make sure you turn your youth league into one you can be proud of and refer to family and friends for years to come.
Here’s a great post form Coach…
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As a Junior Football coach for over 25 years I can honestly say it is one of the most rewarding experiences one can have. Junior football teaches kids the great game of football, while also teaching them many life lessons they will carry on for years to come.
One of the best parts of junior football…
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I have my own methods I use for communicating with my parents. My way, is by no means the only way of introducing yourself to the parents. Some coaches are “over the top” parent friendly, while other barely grunt at the parents. I believe in a happy medium. Here’s another coaches thought regarding the parent…
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Here’s a great tip from Jerry Campbell football on the proper way to catch a football. It’s a great read!
1. Keep your eyes on the ball at all times. A good way to stay zeroed on the ball is to watch the “X” on the tip of the ball.Everytime you take your eyes off the…
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We do a few drills at my level for our free safety. The main ones we do are backpedal and break drills. We work on breaking at different angles and teaching them how to plant their feet appropriately (t plant). We also do these drills with open field tackling.
Another drill that I like for a…
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