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Post by coopdog02 on Aug 1, 2019 14:14:03 GMT -6
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Post by coopdog02 on May 31, 2019 17:19:34 GMT -6
I have run one for the past 3 summers and they have been well received. We go 2 hours a day over 4 days. We divide the kids by age groups and have them stay with their groups for the entire camp (4 groups). Key is to focus on a few small basics but also provide drills that the kids enjoy. Each station can be modified a bit based on age group. Our daily schedule looks something like this: 10 Minutes- Warm up/Dynamic stretching lines and agility drills (make them fun) 40 Minutes- Offensive Circuit (10 minute stations) - QB Station- Teach basics: taking snap, 3 step footwork, throwing mechanics
- RB Station- Taking hand-offs, making cuts, TD celebrations
- Receiver Station- Pluck/Tuck, route running (jugs machine)
- O-Line- Basic blocking techniques and fun drills to hit bags!
Short Water Break
40 Minutes- Defensive Circuit (10 minute stations) - D-Line- Cat/Mouse, Bull Rush Drill, Strip sack
- LB Station- Run/Read Step, Fill/Scrape, Tacking (rings)
- DB Station- Coverage basics, 1 on 1, Tip Drill
- Special Teams- Kick, Punt, Long Snap, Jugs Machine (returns)
30 Minutes- Competitions and games to end each day (Throwing Targets, Punt/Pass/Kick, Flag Football, etc.) Popsicle for winners Feel free DM me if you have any questions.
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Post by coopdog02 on May 7, 2019 18:24:31 GMT -6
I am also in the Schutt VTD II Vengeance boat. I get them for $240. They are highly rated, kids like them, and cheaper to buy and maintain. I have had to replace about 40 helmets over last 3 years and have used Schutt to save money.
On a side note, Xenith offered a "trial" this spring (I got it at Glazier Clinic) where you could get 3 helmets in a "size run" (M, L, XL) for the price of 1 helmet. I was able to get 3 of their X2E models for $289 total and 3 of their high end Shadow models for $479 total. I figured it was worth a shot to try them out since I got 6 new helmets for $768. I'll let you guys know how they work out.
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Team Camp
Jul 5, 2018 16:45:49 GMT -6
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Post by coopdog02 on Jul 5, 2018 16:45:49 GMT -6
We run our own at the HS over 4 days and keep the kids overnight. It has become something our players look forward to and talk about quite a bit. For days 1-3 we practice from 9am-Noon, then eat lunch, then practice some more until about 3pm. We will give the kids downtime to hang out and also do a lot of team meetings, bonding, and activities at night. We split the team in two and have a competition all week with multiple events (trivia, volleyball, ultimate frisbee, scavenger hunt, tug-of-war, skits, etc.)
On the final day we will go practice will another school. Usually throw 7on7 and "flipper" scrimmage a little. It ends camp on a good note.
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Post by coopdog02 on Feb 11, 2018 16:38:08 GMT -6
I don't have a solution regarding getting replacements made up, but I do know that we just received a Buy One set, Get One Free offer from Nike for Custom Vapor Pro jerseys. They were offering any team that was switching from Russell the offer. We were told it was good thru Feb. 1st, but if you have a rep if might be worth asking about. We could have never afforded the the style of jerseys we just ordered without the special.
Other than that, I do agree with others who have stated that multiple companies will make a "look-a-like" jersey that will match what you have pretty well to at least get you through until you are ready to purchase new sets.
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Post by coopdog02 on Feb 11, 2018 10:33:34 GMT -6
This is a very interesting question that I have started to contemplate myself. I am the HS HC for our football program but have also been coaching Jr. High basketball in an effort to gain relationships with kids and get them involved in our football program. I have 2 boys, ages 9 and 13. I currently coach the 13 year old (8th grade basketball) and really enjoy the time with him and that particular group of kids. I have been asked to continue helping as they move up into HS but am torn for some of the same reasons that others have stated. I have noticed many times that he takes my coaching as "Dad telling me what to do/don't do" instead of "Coach instructing me on how to get better". I feel that being coached and mentored by other adults is a key part of growing up and becoming a better player and person.
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Post by coopdog02 on Jul 13, 2017 18:09:08 GMT -6
Do any coaches out there send out anything (via mail) to prospective players homes to "recruit" them to get involved in the football program as the summer winds down? I realize most of the "core" players will have been around throughout the summer, involved in lifting, 7on7, etc., but at a small school we are always looking to get more players out for depth, and quite honestly find a diamond in the rough who wasn't playing for whatever reason.
We take advantage of websites, social media, and just about any other way we can think of to get information out but there is still quite the list of students who we believe could help us. I am thinking about going the old fashion route and sending some fancy recruiting material to their homes (personalized letter, calendar, schedules, etc). Wondering if that personal touch might entice just a few more to be part of it.
I'm looking for ideas or samples of anything that coaches may have done similar to this? Has it worked? Am I wasting time and money or have there been good results?
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Post by coopdog02 on Jan 28, 2017 17:21:03 GMT -6
Have been a HUGE proponent of music out on the practice field for both energy and communication purposes. Each of my first two seasons I tried different setups and have finally found the perfect unit that is reasonable for most programs to afford ($169 at Sam's Club). www.samsclub.com/sams/total-pa-plus/prod20353926.ipIt's a BIG 350 watt Bluetooth speaker with built in PA and comes with both a portable stand and microphone. It also has wheels on bottom of speaker to easily move it. It it VERY loud and I highly recommend it.
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Post by coopdog02 on Jan 17, 2017 8:12:21 GMT -6
We host our own camp right at the high school. Allows us to get in the equivalent of a two-a-day practice and plenty of time for bonding and team building. I agree with others who mentioned a skit show or lip sync. It has become a tradition that our kids love, it is judged by the coaches and we give our critiques just like on American Idol. We created a crazy trophy (made from about 5 old trophies) that the kids gave a name to and it has become a BIG deal for them to win. We have our captains draft teams the first day of camp and the 2 teams compete in EVERYTHING throughout the camp. Every night we have some sort of competition from trivia, to tug-of-war, ultimate frisbee, this year we even played our girls volleyball team (they smoked us but it didn't seem so bad as they went on to play in the State Championship game). I agree that forced bonding and cheesy teambuilding activities don't work, the kids see through them. They want to have fun and little things get them to know each other better and bond. We even leave time for video games and you wouldn't believe how competitive Mario Kart can get! Sometimes the best part of camp is just sitting back as a coach and watching the personalities of the kids come out. Teaches us way more than we can pickup in the hallways or practice field!
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Post by coopdog02 on Jan 12, 2017 13:12:58 GMT -6
I guess I am in a BIG minority. I just took over a small program and they had NO youth program whatsoever. The administration actually wants to keep players out of contact leagues until middle school (7th grade). I actually agree with it from what my experiences have been watching youth leagues. In my first year we started youth camps in the summer time to start teaching fundamental football techniques, and then began a 5 week flag football league in the fall. Had 3rd & 4th grades play together, and the 5th & 6th. All in all it got 60 kids involved in the football program that weren't before. They wear our T-shirts to school, come to games, and stop me in the halls all the time to tell me they can't wait until they can play tackle football for us. Not to mention, it is a LOT less hassle for me to not have to worry about contact football and what they are being taught before they get to me.
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Post by coopdog02 on Jul 29, 2015 13:00:50 GMT -6
I'm following this thread closely. I just accepted my first HC job (yes, in July) and am looking at a varsity team of under 20. I come from a program of 50+. I knew taking the position it would be a change but I really expected to get numbers up to 25 or so. Similar to you guys, I have a dozen kids that can play with anyone. I'm looking for ways to structure practices to get the most of 18-19 kids. Any thoughts?
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Post by coopdog02 on Jan 12, 2015 20:25:34 GMT -6
If you have access to ESPN2, they are broadcasting the game along with a round table of college coaches discussing it. Pretty neat to hear their insight along with the game.
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