|
Post by NC1974 on Dec 25, 2009 12:31:25 GMT -6
I think another thing is he has his "process of teaching" down pat. I rember reading in a clinic article how precise and anal he is about teaching the offense to his assistant coaches and then to the players. I know all coaches are detail oriented, but I got the feeling that he is a cut above. I think that he learned this from Bill Walsh, but not sure about that.
|
|
|
Post by NC1974 on Dec 19, 2009 12:03:11 GMT -6
Not to hijack the thread, but I think I've seen 3 separate documentaries about DeLaSalle listed. Any thoughts on which one is the best? Also, which one provides the most insight to shemes, technique, training,etc?
|
|
|
Post by NC1974 on Dec 18, 2009 20:35:22 GMT -6
If you want to see a good high school football documentary, track down Go Tigers. It follows MAssilon(Ohio) for a season.
|
|
|
Post by NC1974 on Dec 16, 2009 14:27:04 GMT -6
Coach,
I really like this. I bet this save you a ton of headaches. FYI, there is a typo in #10 I think. 'Full' should be 'fall'.
FCC
|
|
|
Post by NC1974 on Dec 16, 2009 13:45:01 GMT -6
I don't see how anyone can dispute the idea that football players are more reckless with their heads--or at least lead more with their heads-- then they were say 60 years ago(I don't know enough history to know when the hard shelled helmet appeared). Watch old footage of the leather helmets, no face masks. What you are going to see is shoulder tackles(head to the side or behind), much like rugby. There was in fact a link on this site a few years ago that had old footage of tackling Watch an NFL game today(I know NFL is a poor place to look for good technique) and you will see a ton of leading with the head. If a rugby player tried to tackle that way, they wouldn't last a game. So they tackle with different technique. Now ther are still going to be some head injuries from incidental contact, but they are not consistently leading with their heads. Does that mean we should lose helmets in football? No. But I think there could be a compelling argument to make IF our only concern was reducing serious head injuries.
|
|
|
Post by NC1974 on Dec 16, 2009 12:57:10 GMT -6
Some rugby guys wear scrum caps and and shoulder vests but they're nothing compared to football equipment. The biggest difference to me which was stated, is tackling technique: Rugby - Head behind, tackle with arms and shoulders Football - Head accross in front, which makes it much more likely that the head will receive impact. I do believe there would be less "serious" head injuries in football if they got rid of helmets. Basically, if people wanted to last a season they would have to adopt a different tackling technique. But, it would change the game quite a bit which many of us would not like.
|
|
|
Post by NC1974 on Dec 12, 2009 15:37:26 GMT -6
Thanks Kylem56. By the way, I have visited your new site. Awesome stuff!
|
|
|
Post by NC1974 on Dec 12, 2009 9:14:40 GMT -6
Does anyone have these? I'm trying to find a detailed list of the speaker topics. It looks like a pretty good deal considering each of them have about 40 hours of clinic. But like I said, would like to know the specific topics.
|
|
|
Post by NC1974 on Nov 19, 2009 14:04:56 GMT -6
I definitely agree with the need for more controlled testing. Apparently a handful of current nfl players have already donated their brains(when they die obviously) to be studied. I also agree there are alot of challenges to studying it.
|
|
|
Post by NC1974 on Nov 19, 2009 12:46:54 GMT -6
I love the hypocrisy. People get killed in cars. People die of liver disease. People die of lung cancer. yet, we aren't going to get rid of cars, beer or cigarettes because they make too much money. I love it. Some people kill me. What happened to boxing? I distinctly remember as a kid watching Ali fight on TV, NBC or something. THEN...they changed the rules in the "interest of safety"...now they only fight 10 rounds, judges decisions decide fights instead of who's the last man standing. and what happened? it has given rise to the UFC, and the UFC gets more and more popular every year. Sky diving has a 100% concussion rate if the parachute does not open...so are we going to outlaw airplanes? DCOHIO, I read something interesting about boxing, but can't verify that it is true. Way back when boxing started, it was bare knuckle, and matches went on until soemone quit or got knocked out. The gloves came in to protect hands and allow for more frequent fights. Many believe that if they got rid of gloves again, brain injuries would fall because there would be much fewer headshots for fear of boxers breaking their hands. To me it's interesting, because here's a case where a move to make things safer(gloves) may have made it more dangerous. I think that is a interesting question to ask about football is well.
|
|
|
Post by NC1974 on Nov 19, 2009 12:39:50 GMT -6
My experience tells me no helmet lead to a different type of tackle...look at rugby...more shoulder tackles with head behind instead of in front.
|
|
|
Post by NC1974 on Nov 19, 2009 12:36:41 GMT -6
Why cant people just accept the fact that everything worth doing has a price that has to be paid. If you have the honor of playing in the NFL for 10-12 years, odds are that your going to aquire some injuries. Playing football is a choice and everyone that has ever played it understands the consequences and risks involved. Well, this was brought up in a thread before and it was taken down. But I'll share my thoughts again. I preface all of this by saying I loved playing, and love coaching football. But unless you are a professional coach or maybe a college coach, you are coaching young, impressionable minors. Now I believe in every adult's right to make dangerous decisions. As an adult, if I weigh the pros and cons of say riding a motorcycle without a helmet and then choose not to wear one, that is my right. I think it is a totally diiferent situaton when it comes to coaching minors. 13 yr old Johnny looks up to me and trusts me as his coach. He assumes I have his best interests in mind. I wouldn't tell him to do something that could hurt him for the rest of his life. So IF there is compelling evidence(I'm not convinced ther is YET) that the act of playing football--as it is played right now-- significantly raises the risk of brain damage later in life, I personally think we have to honestly look at and analyze that info. It bothers me to hear coaches just blow this stuff off. Like most of you, I don't want to hear any bad news about a sport that I love, but I'm also not going to be purposefully ignorrant. Knowledge is power. Also, on a related note, I don't think we can sensibly compare brain injuries to other injuries. People can live pretty normal lives with bum knees, ankles, shoulders etc. Brain injuries as I understand it can literally change who you are, affecting personality, depression, confusion etc.
|
|
|
Post by NC1974 on Oct 26, 2009 17:03:26 GMT -6
I think you: 1. Acknowledge the fact that you and your guys are upset about the injury. His health is more important than any game. 2. Then I think you tell them, he's in good hands, and there is nothing we can do for him right now except keep him in our thoughts. Maybe we can honor him for now by playing the best we can. I probably wouldn't talk about winning it for him because I guess I'd feel like I was using his misfortune as a motivational tool.
|
|
|
Post by NC1974 on Sept 5, 2009 21:22:26 GMT -6
I would also consider whether or not they understand what you are asking of them? Footwork, and playing to the whistle can be drilled during indy time. I have never coached this exact age group, but they might need to be physically shown, through drills, what it is that is expected of them. Now obviously, you are probably already doing this. But you might want to look at your practice plans: do you spend enough time in indy period? Do you spend too uch time in team period where it is hard to keep your eyes on all 22 players? Just a couple of things to consider.
|
|
|
Post by NC1974 on Jul 2, 2009 21:52:02 GMT -6
I'd say that's a pretty good road map for all avenues of life! Not just football. Well said.
|
|
|
Post by NC1974 on Jun 13, 2009 22:06:38 GMT -6
I'm going to play devil's advocate here so don't jump all over me. But why do we all coach? Now we don't know all of the specifics here about the situation, but can't I still coach the game I love, teach respect, teach teamwork, teach life skills etc. at this place? Of course none of us want to be perennial losers, but sometimes I think we as a culture have gone overboard. Once upon a time, football was a fall sport. There was no year round S&C. Kids played other sports to stay in shape and stay competitive. And coaches were hired and retained based on their ability to teach kids valuable lessons. Ultimately, what makes coaching worth it? Your record? Or the things you've taught your players. I can be an 0 -9 coach and still have done a great job of teaching the things that matter: Play to the whistle, put the team first, when you get knocked down get back up, leave it all on the field, hold yourself accountable, persevere, etc.
Just some thoughts.
|
|
|
Post by NC1974 on Jun 10, 2009 14:14:32 GMT -6
I don't know if this is an "Ethical" question. OJW makes most of the same points I would make although one question would be, what if it was your OC, or your starting QB, or the last kid on the roster in the same situation? Would the "answer" be different? Probably, because everyone's LIFE is different! My Head Coach missed our biggest game of the year - the one that clinched a playoff spot for the first time in 26 years - to go to his daughter's graduation from basic training because he felt he had to be there for his daughter. Do you need to be there for you wife? Does she need to be there for you? I know I'm not answering your question - because I can't! You need to answer for yourself, for your team, for your job, and for your family. This to me is a very insightful post. I don't think it is possible to coach for any significant amount of time and not have to deal with a situation like this. I think the bottom line is you have to do what you believe is right and what you can live with. Figure out what your priorities and convictions are and stick to them. We can all sit here and say your step brother doesn't warrant missing a game, but we are not part of your family. We don't know the dynamics etc. I'm sure the HC who missed the game because his daughter was graduating from basic was conflicted about missing the game, but he did what he believed was the right thing. At at the end of the day, I think that's what it's about. So deep down, if you believe that the right thing to do is to be at the game, then be there. If you believe the wedding is more important, than there you go. Now I know that someone is going to bring up the question "what kind of example is this setting for the players?". Well I personally believe that this is a teachable moment. I think it's good to teach kids that in life you have to make tough decisions and you have to have priorities. I missed a couple of practices a few years ago when my wife was pregnant (false labor). And I have no problem telling my players that in my list of priorities, my family comes before football. Does that mean I wanted to miss practice? Of course not, but one of those things that comes with being a man, is making those tough decisions.
|
|
|
Post by NC1974 on Apr 14, 2009 10:50:23 GMT -6
I'm guessing we are all having a little fun here...but in all seriousness 1. Football would not exist without soccer and then rugby. 2. What kind of a message do we as adults send when we make jokes like this? If my son came home and told me he'd rather play soccer than football, or any other sport for that matter, my only hope would be that he dedicated himself to it, worked to improve, competed hard etc. The same thing we ask of our football players. I think it was MLK who said if you're going to be a janitor, be the best janitor you can be. It's not the sport, it's how you approach it.
|
|
|
Post by NC1974 on Apr 3, 2009 20:56:53 GMT -6
A few of these have been said but here goes: -Be prepared. Know exactly what it is you are going to cover in that meeting....boredom is sometimes the result of the kids picking up that vibe that coach doesn't know what he wants to talk about next or coach is unprepared and just stalling -Have high expectations in terms of their attention. IF a kid is looking at a clock or yawning, or whatever, address it right away. "what we do in here is just as important as what we do on the field." I have no qualms with trying to "entertain" them and keep it interesting but I would put some of the accountability on the kids. "if you're truly committed to being the best athlete you can be, you won't find this stuff boring...you'll find it essential and useful" -If you're writing something on the board, they better be writing it in their notebooks/playbooks. This will also help keep them on task. -give different kids different tasks i.e. Jimmy draws up blocking scheme vs 50 front. Billy draws up blocking scheme vs 4-3 etc. - give them ownership...maybe they get put in charge for coming up with calls or terminology that will be used that week. Or if watching film, jimmy you call the front, Billy you tell us down and distance, Buddy you call out any line twists etc.
|
|
|
Post by NC1974 on Mar 10, 2009 10:24:07 GMT -6
I agree with the others. To me, the most accurate indicator of commitment is effort. If he gives a great effort on the field or in the weightroom, then that's the most imprtant. I think we all want guys who are vocal leaders but that just doesn't fit everyone. But if he's giving great effort, he's leading by example. And who knows, maybe he's still maturing socially, emotionally, etc. Maybe he'll come out of his shell over the course of time.
|
|
|
Post by NC1974 on Mar 4, 2009 18:55:25 GMT -6
What about an ultimatum. it happens again, you're both kicked out of weightroom for month or if you want to be really severe, you're off the team. If they love football as much as it sounds like, they should have the mental discipline to control themselves.
|
|
|
Post by NC1974 on Jan 31, 2009 14:09:27 GMT -6
I just recently told my header I'm out next year. It was a tough decsion in a sense that I love coaching, but it was easy in the sense that this was the best thing for may family right now. I like what Phantom said on this subject about being all in or all out. I briefly considered trying to stay on the staff next year but I knew that I'd be setting myslef up for failure due to a number of new rsponsibilities at home. Now what I'm going to find out for myself over the next year, is can I be happy without coaching, or not. The good news about this profession, compared to some others, you can always get back in...assuming you've done things right and have a good rep.
|
|
|
Post by NC1974 on Jan 25, 2009 10:28:48 GMT -6
This stuff happens all the time. That doesn't make it right, but let's call it like it is. D1 college football is a business. And like in business one's word is meaningless(unfortunately). Until those dotted lines are signed, there is no legal agreement.
On a related note, I personally feel more empathy for the high school kid who changes commitments than I do for a college. I know this is going to make me sound jaded, and it is definitely not consistent with the values that we try to teach through football, but when it comes to the recruiting process, i think the kid has to look out for himself, because the sad truth is, that's what the colleges are doing....looking out for themselves.
|
|
|
Post by NC1974 on Jan 15, 2009 12:23:47 GMT -6
Wore a jock, but no cup.
When I was im High School it was mandatory to shower after gym or sports...the reason was for health reasons. At the risk of sounding weird...and I'm sure I'll take some heat for this...I have alot of good memories of the showers...alot of purely straight bonding...trading war stories, grossly inflating the number of tackles you made in the game, making fun of (good natured) coaches, or the best was the the few players on the team - and I think every team has one of these guys - who can do spot on impersonations of one of the coaches.
|
|
|
Post by NC1974 on Jan 7, 2009 15:36:43 GMT -6
Good point Cmow. Yeah, when I say all off season, I'm picturing Mon-Friday. Twice a week, would be much more doable in my opinion
|
|
|
Post by NC1974 on Jan 7, 2009 14:51:28 GMT -6
I am an assistant. Our HC hasn't really spelled out expectations. To me, either your a football coach or you're a slappy, which is fine by me.. just don't expect me to repect your opinion when you have no skin in the game. That being said I can understand if you don't make weights sometimes or if your are coaching another sport. Interestingly. everyone "LOVES" to go to the "clinics". You know who they are.. They have their 30 pack on top of their suitcase. Now I like to have a cool drink now and then but I am there to learn. Can't do it if I am ready to puke. Coach respectfully, this is one of the things that I take issue with. If you choose to coach basketball, you can miss weights. Okay that's cool. Basketball is important to you and a worthy endevaor. But what if I choose to get home to pick my kids up from school or take them to the library etc., then that's not an acceptable reason to miss. Now that being said, I don't want to over state my argument. I do see the value of being in the weightroom, I'm just venting a bit I guess.
|
|
|
Post by NC1974 on Jan 7, 2009 14:14:02 GMT -6
This post is related to the other post about weightroom attendance for coaches. It got me wondering what the norm is. So here is the question: If you're a head coach, what are your expectations of your assistant coaches concerning weightroom attendance in the offseason i.e. how many days/hours per week? If you're an assistant, what are your head coach's current expectations for you? Additionally, do your expectations change depending on whether your coach is paid/un paid, in building/out of building, coaches other sports etc?
|
|
|
Heroes
Dec 26, 2008 12:44:36 GMT -6
Post by NC1974 on Dec 26, 2008 12:44:36 GMT -6
rosstraining.com/blog/category/the-blog/inspirational/The above link is to Ross Enamit's blog. He's a fitness/boxing guy but he dedicates part of his blog to inspirational stories. When I feel like I need a boost I go here. it is awesome. My favorites are probably Team Hoyt, Mark Speckman(football coach), and Richard Jensen. I would encourage anyone who needs a little boost to read through all of these.
|
|
|
Post by NC1974 on Dec 23, 2008 22:55:38 GMT -6
You know, in general I think I've become pretty jaded to stuff like this, but this one got to me. Here is a guy who understsands what this is about. Great story!
|
|
|
Post by NC1974 on Dec 18, 2008 10:11:42 GMT -6
Intensity does not have to equal fighting. There are a million ways to be intense but still have the discipline needed to avoid fighting. I was a bit shocked to read that some coaches instigate fights. Maybe I'm interpreting it wrong, but if you instigate fights in practice, how do you deal with a kid who gets a personal foul or who gets tossed out of a game for fighting? Now of course fights will happen, and I don't think it's a huge travesty or anything. But to condone or encourage it is to me the opposite of what football is about. I personally believe that toughness starts with mental toughness, and that means being able to control yourself, and putting the needs of your team before your impulses. I always fall back on you practice the way you want to play. If you can't do it on Friday night in front of the refs, then don't do it in practice.
On a related note, I know there has been alot of talk about Pete Carroll on 60 minutes. Did anyone notice the way he dealt with a kid who got in a fight in practice? Granted it's just a sound byte but it was intersting.
|
|