Coaching Articles

Coaching Articles

Motivating Others

Motivating Others
TOM SARGAENT, Head Coach, Saskatoon Hilltops

Dennis Green: Better Coaching Through Chemistry

By Tim Polzer and Don Seeholzer, NFL Insider

CANTON, Ohio (Aug. 2, 2002)—Dennis Green still has a song in his heart for youth football coaches. Green, who coached the Minnesota Vikings for 10 seasons, opened his talk at the NFL Youth Football Summit by singing the fight song from his junior high school in Harrisburg, Pa.—both verses.

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Setting Practice Time for Offensive Situations

Author: Paul Russell - Tight End and Tackle Coach, Mt. SAC

The past two seasons have brought about a noticeable need to the Mt. San Antonio coaching staff for adjusting offensive practice time. Field position, or at times lack a field position, has dedicated these game situations which we were not addressing with practice time.

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Game Day Coaches Organization And Preparation

Author: Tom Bass

In my growth from a young eager coach to a more stable veteran, I came to the realization that as a staff we spent a great deal of time in many areas of preparation and practice. Each of you knows the hours you spend on the game.

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Motivating Young Athletes

By: Frank Lenti, Head Football Coach, Mt. Carmel High School

Motivating Young Athletes
One of the hardest parts of high school football coaching is motivating young athletes to practice. To do this effectively, the coach has to fosteran understanding of the relationship between training, practice and peak performance. He must encourage the athletes, provide structured training, and help them gain the self-discipline necessary for success and excellence on the field.

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