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The Complete Middle Zone Concept Installation
2019-12-02 16:05:20
By Adam Hovorka, X&O Labs Managing Editor, and featuring Mark Melnitsky, Offensive Coordinator/Offensive Line Coach, Trinity College (CT)
For offenses that are either handcuffed by not having a durable tight end to block in the box or looking to variate...
Integrating the Rocket Sweep Into Double Wing Offenses
2019-12-01 16:29:07
By Derek Katris, Head Football Coach, Elgin High School (OH)
Elgin High School began to stretch the defense and force defensive backs to play consistent run defense by running the rocket. See how they did it.
By Derek Katris Head...
Preparing to Be a Coordinator Next Season? What You Need to Know…
2019-12-01 15:52:25
By Nick Davis, Defensive Coordinator/Defensive Back Coach, Rose-Hulman Institute (IN)
See how to transition from position coach to coordinator from one of the most effective defensive coordinators in small college football.
By Nick Davis Defensive Coordinator/Defensive Back Coach Rose-Hulman...
Coach the Player, Not the Product
2019-11-30 15:24:31
By Malik Hall, Head Football Coach, Bates College
Contrary to the belief of some, the coach’s responsibilities do not end with on the field solutions. He is also responsible for finding solutions for off the field questions as well.
By Malik...
Effective Off-Season Player Meetings
2019-11-23 15:50:00
By X&O Labs Staff
Why do a small group of high school football programs win multiple championships year after year? Our research staff at X&O Labs found the answer. They’ve discovered programs that win more local and state championships do things...
Methodologies in Recruiting and Retaining 9th Graders
2019-11-22 19:07:27
By Kyle McKenna, Head Football Coach, Brooklyn Tech High School (NY)
he process of getting ninth graders into your football program and keeping them engaged is something that all high school coaches find challenging. Find out how Coach McKenna proactively addresses...
How 3 Dimensional Coaching Turns Burnout into Purpose
2019-11-22 13:56:06
By Lucas Smith, Head Football Coach, Hicksville High School (OH)
In a society filled with a “win at all cost” mentality, how can we be the thermostat and not just another thermometer? The key is stepping back and taking perspective...
Developing a Mental Training Program
2019-11-18 16:37:33
By Ryan Lucchesi and Tyler Kunick, Defensive Coordinator/Defensive Line and Outside Linebackers, Muskego High School (WI)
See how the Warriors developed a series of mental training sessions that resulted in winning 26 straight games and are the number one ranked...
21-Hour Football: Using “Pride Points” in the Off-Season Program
2019-11-17 15:47:25
By Jeremy Plaa, Thomas Downey High School, Modesto (CA)
X&O Labs is continuing its study into how coaches are advancing their programs to achieve higher levels of success in an ever-changing culture, society and world. We’re calling our study The...
Developing the Servant Leader In Your Football Family
2019-11-17 15:31:57
By Clay Iverson, Head Coach, Mukwonago High School (Mukwonago, WI)
Leadership development is one of the most commonly requested topics each year in our readers survey. Coach Iverson presents a great overview about how his program addresses this concept. Read more...
Individual Post Season Evaluation Methods
2019-11-11 14:59:47
By David Sedmak, Head Football Coach, Desert Mountain High School (AZ)
With the high school football season concluding in most areas of the country, coaches cannot lose the opportunity to provide valuable feedback and assessment to both returning and non-...
