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One of the most popular sports in the United States, American football attracts millions of spectators annually. It’s championship game, the Super Bowl, pulls in consistently high ratings and viewership—2018’s game averaged more than 100 million viewers worldwide. Originally based on rugby, the game has evolved over decades into the sport it is today.

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What Education Is Needed to Become a Professional Football Player?
June 2, 2023
Since the average NFL career only lasts about three years, there is much value to a football player earning a degree while they have a chance. Becoming a professional football player requires stamina, strength and ambition. What it does not require is a formal education. While NFL athletes do not specifically go to school to […]
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Shaquem Griffin Receives NCAA Inspiration Award
June 2, 2023
“It always feels good when you’re able to share your story with everybody and still have a very big impact.” Shaquem Griffin spent his rookie season with the Seahawks not just learning the ins and outs of being an NFL linebacker, but also providing inspiration to so many people who have been moved by his story. […]
Football Drills to Increase Speed and Agility
June 2, 2023
During football, you don’t know when and how you’re going to sprint, stop and change directions. To excel at football, you’ve got to have exceptional speed and agility. On offense, you’ll be able to run faster down the field and dodge opponents. Defensively, you’ll be better able to stay on a wide receiver and track […]
Two McCourtys Are Better Than One
June 2, 2023
To have that opportunity to look across the field and see my brother out there competing with me, it’s the highlight of my career. No doubt. So a lot of people think my brother and I look alike. I’ll be honest, I don’t see it. Like, I get it, of course … but, nah, I […]
Do You Speak Your Child’s Youth Sports Love Language?
June 2, 2023
If words of affirmation are their love language, then be frequent with your encouragement, avoiding fluffy flattery and focusing on words that are sincere and heartfelt. Do you understand how, and why it matters that, your young athlete receives love and encouragement during their youth sport experience? In 2007, Dr. Gary Chapman wrote a book called The […]
Youth Football Practice Plans and Planning
June 2, 2023
Playing with proper technique will not only give your team success, it will help keep your players safe from major injuries. The key to a successful football season starts with your youth football practice plans. Head coaches should have a plan for every practice. Basic Practice Philosophy Implement what you as a coach believe in. […]
Letter to My Younger Self
June 2, 2023
Yes, my body is failing. But my mind is not giving up. The way I look at it is, as I lose physical abilities, that strength doesn’t leave me. It just gets transferred Dear 22-year-old Tim, I want to tell you some things I think you, a senior linebacker at Penn State, should know — […]
Space, Time and Numbers in American Football Drills
June 2, 2023
To challenge and therefore grow processing and decision-making skills, coaches often need to stretch the athletes. The three most common and easiest to use stressors are: space, time and numbers. I have been writing a good bit about how sporting actions are preceded by a movement or skill choice. In the article “The vision-decision-action cycle […]
Parker Nork’s Legacy of Great Sportsmanship Lives On
June 2, 2023
The awards recognize student-athletes who have distinguished themselves through demonstrated acts of sportsmanship and ethical behavior. Parker Nork’s legacy lives on. His family has made sure of it – and with good reason. “He made everybody smile and loved everyone he knew and met,” said Parker’s mother, Kim, who on March 11, 2017, had to […]
Three Plays That Need to Be in Your 2019 Playbook
June 2, 2023
Rolling your quarterback out will give him a run-throw option. This is a great way to utilize an athletic quarterback. Happy New Year everyone! It is officially the off-season for most youth football coaches. The offseason is when coaches need to evaluate every aspect of their 2018 season. For me, I will re-watch every single […]
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