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Post by sweep26 on Aug 27, 2015 10:33:18 GMT -6
This is why they have ear "buds", etc., etc....
They are just like their coaches, they do not all like the same music.
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Post by sweep26 on Aug 26, 2015 18:05:13 GMT -6
Coach...You are the man!!
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Post by sweep26 on Jul 9, 2015 11:05:34 GMT -6
When I was at a D-1 school we used the 300-yd shuttle for the conditioning test at the beginning on the season. Here is how we did it: 60-yards x 5 (up-back-up-back-up) Times were figured by taking their 40 time and multiplying it by 10. So if you ran a 4.9 your time was 49. You ran two shuttles and the AVERAGE had to be your goal. Some guys would bust out a fast one and be well below their time, but then be gassed for the second one. We ran them back to back, but I can't remember exactly how much time was between them - 5-10 mins probably. If they didn't make it, they had to come in on Sunday mornings at 6 AM until they met their time. You might want to take a couple of your good athletes and have them test it for you (and then excuse them from doing it again!) Have them run two shuttles and see where their times are - that will give you a gauge. I got my 300 yd shuttle program info from Coach Fry's staff at the Univ. of Iowa years ago. They used this exact set-up and projected times for the final test.
It is one tough test...if you attempt to implement this at the high school level, I would bet that you will be lucky to have 2% of your squad pass.
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Post by sweep26 on Jun 6, 2015 8:50:37 GMT -6
I do believe that leadership can be, and is, taught. A prime example of this would be the military academies.
Communication...both verbal and visual, is the key to successful teaching. If you want positive leadership you better teach it.
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Post by sweep26 on Mar 14, 2015 10:53:49 GMT -6
When considering going to the 2 platoon system concept in a normal high school level football program, do you ever think about how the Law of Diminishing Returns might effect that choice?
I fully understand the extra reps factor and how those reps theoretically equate to becoming more skillful and efficient at executing specific skills, along with the diminished fatigue factor which is referenced above. However, I have a difficult time understanding how those factors can overcome extreme talent differential.
In my mind's eye it seems as though you need both, more talented players and more quality coaches in order to make 2 platoon football work in an average high school football program. More players and more coaches do not necessarily equate to a better product...thus my reference to the Law of Diminishing Returns.
I remember watching a documentary on the De LaSalle Football Program, when they were in the midst of their historical winning streak...at that time (the Maurice Jones-Drew era) they had 9 players going both ways.
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Post by sweep26 on Mar 7, 2015 11:53:42 GMT -6
Enjoy your success, but don't be consumed by it. Unfortunately, the pain of losing is typically greater than the joy of winning.
Keep your nose to the grindstone.
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Post by sweep26 on Jan 16, 2015 10:24:28 GMT -6
Most recently, a group of parents went to our school board and succeeded in getting our girl's basketball coach fired mid-season for a lack of success after 1.5 years as the head coach. How did they do that? Was the coach a good or bad coach in your opinion? Did they deserve to be let go? I'm the last guy to stick up for administrators, but sometimes parents are correct....(that's a strange thought to put out there on a coach site). This makes me wonder...are administrators ever held accountable for their personnel selection in instances like this?
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Post by sweep26 on Nov 21, 2014 10:17:17 GMT -6
Coaching in a program that you do not believe in is not fair to anyone. I agree with those that say, "respectfully step aside and move on."
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Post by sweep26 on Nov 6, 2014 15:44:17 GMT -6
I assume that we should pass along Congrats to Nike & University of Oregon, etc. Their marketing ploy has been a huge success.
Even though many schools can not truly afford to do this...they feel compelled to do so in order to keep up with those few schools that can actually afford to do so.
This, along with the concussion issue, makes me wonder how much longer high school football will last.
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Post by sweep26 on Oct 16, 2014 10:08:24 GMT -6
How do you fix it is my question? I believe that we begin by winning 1 play at a time. If you cannot execute, you cannot win. As their coach, you determine what the criteria for success is on each of your plays. Document and illustrate (in graph form, etc.) to show progress (hopefully)...give them something to feel good about. As ridiculous as this may sound, it becomes a way of measuring success in small increments. If you are in a situation that has been a perennial loser, you typically have to win more snaps than your opponent in order to win the game. I fully realize that big plays are a factor also, but this is a way to begin.
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Post by sweep26 on Sept 17, 2014 17:31:44 GMT -6
I may be in the minority, but I believe that any school's football program can have a decent amount of success if their Administration truly wants it, and is willing to support the football program through proper staffing, funding, etc. To begin with, I am talking about hiring a HFC that has a proven track record of developing and maintaining a successful football program. Then: (1)allow the HFC to surround himself with a good staff; (2) provide the coaches with enough funding to procure at least all of the necessary basic equipment that is needed to properly develop the kids both in the weight room and on the field; (3) provide some academic support for tutoring, etc.; (4) Strongly support the coaches when the phone rings with menial complaints from disgruntled parents/fans. THAT kind of HC probably isn't going to take this type of job. Then again, some of those HC's do not mind a challenge. Nothing ventured, nothing gained!!
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Post by sweep26 on Sept 1, 2014 12:29:47 GMT -6
I may be in the minority, but I believe that any school's football program can have a decent amount of success if their Administration truly wants it, and is willing to support the football program through proper staffing, funding, etc.
To begin with, I am talking about hiring a HFC that has a proven track record of developing and maintaining a successful football program. Then: (1)allow the HFC to surround himself with a good staff; (2) provide the coaches with enough funding to procure at least all of the necessary basic equipment that is needed to properly develop the kids both in the weight room and on the field; (3) provide some academic support for tutoring, etc.; (4) Strongly support the coaches when the phone rings with menial complaints from disgruntled parents/fans.
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Post by sweep26 on Aug 17, 2014 11:48:30 GMT -6
Doesn't nearly every former player think things were much tougher, and their old coach was much more demanding when they played??
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Post by sweep26 on Aug 3, 2014 15:53:22 GMT -6
"One good coach is worth 5 good players"...Not sure where the quote come from, but i believe it is factual.
Over the years, I have seen numerous teams that were loaded with talent, that really underachieved because of poor coaching.
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Post by sweep26 on Jul 7, 2014 8:47:17 GMT -6
Without strong Administrative Support in your school, you are in deep doo doo.
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Post by sweep26 on Jun 17, 2014 6:15:09 GMT -6
The development of excellent team chemistry is so important in any group endeavor. It can never be over emphasized when building, and/or maintaining a championship program.
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Post by sweep26 on Jun 11, 2014 8:05:05 GMT -6
As stated previously: "If they win consistently without any lifting or athletic development, then they have been blessed with natural athletes. And perhaps those district championships or deep playoffs runs may have paid off with bigger hardware had those student-athletes been developed more as athletes by way of work done in a weightroom setting."
OR...could it be that those other sports are winning consistently with kids that have already been developed by the football coach's weight program. In a small school, with a high percentage of their kids being multiple sport athletes, chances are that this is the case.
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Post by sweep26 on May 16, 2014 17:19:59 GMT -6
The school I'm leaving is like that. So your job progression is roughly: frying pan --> fryer --> any direction is up? WOW!!
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Post by sweep26 on May 5, 2014 7:35:46 GMT -6
Like everything else...what you tolerate, you encourage.
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Post by sweep26 on Apr 18, 2014 11:33:58 GMT -6
The first thing to realize is, nobody at any level can go all out for two hours straight.
That means, when they reach the point where they aren't going full-speed, it's time to take a break.
Reps done when their energy-enthusiasm (and thus probably concentration) are waning are wasted.
Which is one reason I disagree with doing away with "traditional water breaks."
We practice at a very fast pace (have been told so by coaches who have visited our practices) because I get antsy when their feet aren't moving. And then I start barking.
Be organized. "Coach on the run." Don't spend too much time on one drill or correcting one player. Run plays fast during team - that's not the time to put on a clinic. Demand hustle and effort, criticize lack thereof.
Also, kids will take their "cue" from you. If you're enthusiastic, they will be too by and large. If on your way out to practice field you don't FEEL enthusiastic, ACT enthusiastic - you may fool yourself and them, too.
But we practice smart too. Which means sometimes, take a break. When they're ready to get back after it, go again.
Based on experience-observation some coaches wear their kids out by Thursday including emotionally. Spoken like a true veteran. Nice job Coach!!
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Post by sweep26 on Mar 22, 2014 9:56:11 GMT -6
Have you contacted "Bigger, Faster, Stonger" regarding their unified strength and conditioning program? They may have some ideas that would help you with your presentation.
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Post by sweep26 on Mar 2, 2014 15:21:52 GMT -6
It isn't "recruiting", it isn't "money or facilities" it is CULTURE. It is EASIER to create a championship CULTURE in a private school due to the very nature that it is private. It does not have to service all comers. It does not have to answer to the public whims. Under the proper leadership (coach and admin) it is easier to create this culture so that OTHER aspects of the nature of private schools (no enrollment zones, in general higher educated/motivated parents) can be utilized to create success. This rationale really makes sense. Thanks Coach!!
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Post by sweep26 on Mar 1, 2014 20:00:14 GMT -6
Regarding the recruiting aspect of this discussion...can private high schools legally send official representatives to Public Middle Schools to recruit students?
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Post by sweep26 on Mar 1, 2014 14:31:11 GMT -6
When you look around the country, it seems like high school football is dominated by the Private/Church/Non-Public High Schools in nearly every State...why is this?
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Post by sweep26 on Feb 11, 2014 14:59:55 GMT -6
Very interesting. I hope that there are other coaches on the board that will share more information on this topic.
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Post by sweep26 on Feb 2, 2014 12:02:27 GMT -6
If you do not enjoy practice...you are really in the wrong business!!
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Post by sweep26 on Jan 27, 2014 15:23:18 GMT -6
The University of Central Florida. You will love Orlando!!
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Post by sweep26 on Jan 24, 2014 9:46:54 GMT -6
Done...excellent idea!!
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Post by sweep26 on Jan 24, 2014 9:36:23 GMT -6
The debate regarding Speed or Size can go on and on...it is easy to see both sides of this debate, either can win.
In reality, being successful actually comes down to match-ups (assuming both teams are equally well coached).
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Post by sweep26 on Jan 15, 2014 9:01:37 GMT -6
And...what was the kid's track record at L'ville?
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