Flexibility refers to the ability to move a joint in its full range of motion. Flexibility is controlled by the connective tissue of the joints, mainly muscle tendons and ligaments. We are all born with maximum flexibility in our joints. As we mature, we tend not to use our joints in their full maximum range ...
Many people question the benefits of running 40-yard dashes. With a well-designed program from warm-up to execution and good monitoring of runs, running 40s should not be any more of a risk than squatting heavy. To get fast, you need to run fast. This means that training must be devoted to maximal or near-maximal runs. ...
On a hook block, the offensive lineman blocks a defensive player who is lined up on his outside shoulder. The primary objective of a hook block is to stop the defender from penetrating the line of scrimmage, because then the offensive lineman can stop the defender’s pursuit and drive him back. Offensive linemen use this ...
Linebackers should practice getting off the ball and hitting with the shoulder pads and hands against a big bag or sled before taking on offensive blockers. Of course, a bag or sled does the attack the way that an offensive lineman will. Starting forward toward the blocker is the first step in beating the blocker. ...
Before running a drill that teaches technique, coaches need to do the following: 1. Name the drill. 2. Explain the skill or skills to be taught. 3. Position the players correctly. 4. Explain what the drill will accomplish. 5. Identify the command that will start the drill, such as a snap count or “Hut.” 6. ...
To play wide receiver well, a player must have a combination of physical traits. While body control and agility are essential to a receiver’s success, the primary thing he must have, according to University of Oklahoma wide receivers coach Jay Norvell, is the ability to adjust. “Anyone can run a 12-yard pass route against air ...
Purpose: To provide all players the opportunity to improve tackling skill and confidence. Procedure 1. Ball carriers and tacklers line up 15 yards apart, facing one another. Defensive linemen work against defensive linemen, linebackers versus linebackers, defensive backs versus defensive backs and so on. The placekicker and punter should work with smaller defensive backs. 2. ...
Stepping Back Generally a placekicker takes eight to 12 steps back from the point of placement, depending on the kicker. The number of steps taken also depends on which foot the placekicker starts with. The kicker might choose to walk back by turning and walking away from the point of placement. Once he completes his ...
By Denauld Brown, Defensive Coordinator, Lock Haven (Pa.) University When breaking down an offensive opponent, both in game-planning and during games, I have found it helpful to focus on one variable in the early moments. By doing focusing on one variable, you will gain sufficient information on which direction your defensive personnel should go after ...
This is where you develop your offensive linemen into play makers. It’s difficult to teach technique and fundamentals during team practice. Instead, in team practice, you should see your drills being put into use. Here are seven important points when teaching drills. 1. Teach a handful of drills. 2. Teach the fundamentals. “Fundamentals Win Games.” ...
The Oklahoma State University Department of Intercollegiate Athletics has selected AstroTurf to provide two state-of-the-art fields at its nearly-completed...
Explosive speed, vertical jump and lateral speed are three essential physical attributes every player needs to be successful on...
Flexibility refers to the ability to move a joint in its full range of motion. Flexibility is controlled by...
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The American Football Coaches Association (AFCA) Board of Trustees conducted its summer meeting April 29-30 in Phoenix, Arizona. Mack...
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