Developing the High School Quarterback
Proper techniques – from having the correct grip to managing footwork during passing drops – can improve the mechanics of your quarterback. There is…
Packaging Plays Part I Introduction to Packaging
Packaging plays can not only ignite an offense but also confuse a defense. All offensive play callers strive to make the perfect call on Friday night…
CONVERTING ON THIRD DOWN: KEEPING YOUR OFFENSE ON THE FIELD
Third down is one of the most crucial situations in a football game. The offense either converts to stay on the field or they fail and give the ball…
The Double Gun System A Unique Combination of the Double Wing and Shotgun Formations
This is an offensive system that is intended for use by high school teams and older youth football teams. It describes the merging of two existing of…
CREATING TURNOVERS
Here are two drills specifically designed to help your team cause a turnover. There is no faster method for changing the momentum of a football game…
BE AS GOOD AS YOU CAN BE Part II
This is the second of a three-part series on the philosophy and strategy of football by Brett Steuerwald. A legendary coach in upstate New York, Coac…
NEXT MAN UP: Portland States Rite of Passage
Portland State’s “Next Man Up” philosophy and strategy with all players – regardless of their position – is being ready to contribute to the team’s s…
TWO SIMPLE PUNT BLOCK/RETURN DRILLS
The Pin Drill and the Half-Line Rush Drill can help increase the odds of your special teams unit successfully blocking a punt. A punt block/return te…
POINT-COUNTERPOINTTWO POINT CONVERSION STRATEGIES
Two-point conversions and their effectiveness are not often talked about. Offensive coaches always have a few plays reserved for the right time when…
Next Man Up
Almost every sports fan over the age of 30 remembers Heisman Trophy winning quarterback Doug Flutie. A native of Natick, Massachusetts, the 5-9, 180…