Use of tires

Coach, We use tires as punishments for being late and any other problem that arises. They are given a certain number of tires and they must run a lap around your 2 practice fields. They hate this punishment. I know this post was not very insightful on increasing strength or power but this form of punishment increases endurance. It also shows how serious a kid is because they can carry more than one if they wish.

Lie two rows of them side by side touching on the ground. Have RBs run through them, old but great high knees drill!!! Cut them in half and place them facing each other on the rack. RB's, FB's, Receivers run through them. Forces the athlete to "split the defenders" with power (they are not easy to get through) and to lock down the football or it will get knocked out of their hands! If you do not hit the first set running full out you will not make it through the first or second row without getting stopped by inanimate objects!!! Another old but great drill!!!

Coach Easton

Scott - if you gave OUR kids a sledge hammer - they would hit each other!!!!!

(just kidding)!

I also like the sledgehammer...it is a THREE headed monster as it knocks conditioning work and grip work as well as building a strong torso. Just be ready for bloody palms and blisters! Good stuff.

Jimbo