youth football coaching

Smash Concept From Waggle Protection

Smash Concept From Waggle Protection

by FirstDown PlayBook on Oct 23, 2021

Pushing the ball down the field can be hard for a young quarterback. That's why we like this smash concept off of waggle protection....

Defensive Coaches: Details Matter Too

Defensive Coaches: Details Matter Too

by FirstDown PlayBook on Oct 15, 2021

There is no earthly explanation of why defensive coaches would teach players from the offensive side of the ball....

“Coach” Is A Huge Powerful Word

“Coach” Is A Huge Powerful Word

by FirstDown PlayBook on Oct 14, 2021

As a coach, the past week has been frustrating because our game has done much more to tear down those barriers than it has to build them. ...

Youth Football Trick Play From A Trick Formation

Youth Football Trick Play From A Trick Formation

by FirstDown PlayBook on Oct 7, 2021

Today's youth football trick play is a chance to look crazy complicated to the defense but stay simple for your players....

Arkansas Play Action Vs Quarters For 6!

Arkansas Play Action Vs Quarters For 6!

by FirstDown PlayBook on Sep 26, 2021

Let's take a look at this Arkansas play action pass for an 85 yard touchdown vs what looks to be quarters coverage by A&M....

Florida Speed Option Vs Alabama

Florida Speed Option Vs Alabama

by FirstDown PlayBook on Sep 19, 2021

When two good teams play they force the other team to make mistakes with their speed and talent. This Florida speed option as a good example....

Take Your Youth Football PlayGrids To the Game

Take Your Youth Football PlayGrids To the Game

by FirstDown PlayBook on Sep 17, 2021

One of the worst feelings in the world as a coach is when you're searching for adjustments in the middle of a game. PlayGrids can help you....

It’s Not A Power Run Unless It Has This

It’s Not A Power Run Unless It Has This

by FirstDown PlayBook on Aug 31, 2021

We saw a Facebook post this weekend and it got us thinking that we should slow down and explain what makes a power a power run in football....

Finding Your Passing Game Wrinkle or Two

Finding Your Passing Game Wrinkle or Two

by FirstDown PlayBook on Aug 29, 2021

Many of you have a game or two under your belt at this point and it's the time when you are looking for a passing game wrinkle or two. ...

Coaches Must Correct & Move On

Coaches Must Correct & Move On

by FirstDown PlayBook on Aug 28, 2021

Whatever your situation after your first game, keep this in mind as you get ready for your next game in this young season. Correct & Move On....

3 Man Twist (Coached Well) Gets Home

3 Man Twist (Coached Well) Gets Home

by FirstDown PlayBook on Aug 22, 2021

Make your opponent think. A 3 man twist will nine times out of ten, slow a protection down. The key is to not slow your guys down doing it...

Introducing FirstDown PlayBook Coaching Tools

Introducing FirstDown PlayBook Coaching Tools

by FirstDown PlayBook on Aug 21, 2021

FirstDown PlayBook is adding Coaching Tools to your "Find a Play" area. This is going to open many doors to our football coaches!...