SCOUTING AND PREPARATION Out-thinking Your Opponents
A key principle to success is preparation. Henry Ford said, “Before everything else, getting ready is the secret to success.” Preparation starts with…
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Game Preparation
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Do More Than Simply Standing When Supervising Players
SUPERVISING FOOTBALL players means more than just being on hand to watch practice, drills, etc. Coaches have been watching kids for a long time. But,…
Taking Care Of The ‘Little Things’ Enhances Your Team’s Big Picture
HAVE YOU EVER lost a game in overtime due to the fact that your team failed to block a kick? What about failing to reach overtime because your team c…
Making Offensive Adjustments During The Game Keeps Your Team In Control
ADJUSTING YOUR OFFENSE during a game takes tact, knowledge, preparation and being able to think on your feet. Too often coaches panic too early in a…
Essential Tips, Tricks And Techniques For Scouting Your Opponents
OVER THE YEARS, I’ve learned a great deal about football through clinics, staff meetings and even scouting. I’ve learned the best places to scout in…
Preparing A Legal Game Plan For Football Coaches
TODAY’S LITIGIOUS SOCIETY sometimes makes it seem a law degree will soon be a required part of a coach’s education. It’s not that bad, but it’s a goo…
Putting Closure On A 151-Game Winning Streak: Lessons Learned From Two Championship Programs
THIS IS A STORY of excellence. De La Salle High School in Concord, Calif., was the nation’s No. 1 ranked high school with a 151-game winning streak.…
Preparing Your Players For Game Day
GAME DAY PREPARATION is a building process that occurs from the end of the game the previous week up to the first play of the football game. Over the…
Leaving No Stone Unturned: Critical Keys For Effective Scouting
AT THE HIGH SCHOOL level, most coaches rely on videotapes to compile their scouting reports. This is definitely the most practical and convenient way…
Taking Care Of The “Little Things” Enhances Your Team’s Big Picture
HAVE YOU EVER lost a game in overtime due to the fact that your team failed to block a kick? What about failing to reach overtime because your team c…
Proper Preparation For Away Games Gives You Peace Of Mind
DURING THE WEEK of an away game we strive to eliminate as much of the stress of travel preparations as possible. Monday On Monday, we give players an…
Knowing Your Opponent Is The First Step In Game Preparation
TO PREPARE FOR an upcoming game, you must do an in-depth study of your opponent, assessing their strengths, weaknesses, tendencies, discover what giv…