How do you run the option for youth teams?

We've been able to run midline from under center and now run veer and some speed option out of the Pistol alignment coach. Coach Campbell's philosophy of installing the option based on the proximity of the QBs read is a great way to begin teaching it at the youth level, in my opinion.

I think the key is that you just have to be willing to take the time necessary to give your kids enough reps in order to establish their familiarity with what the reads entail and to give them some confidence to build on.

Dave Hartman
CYFL Coach