Post by Coach Campbell on Feb 7, 2024 23:29:10 GMT
Carl
It's critical for head coaches and kick coordinators to realize that, much like any other facet of football, the success of the kicking game rests on a methodical and organized approach. Let's dissect the roles and obligations associated with putting the kicking game into practice, taking into account player personnel, coach responsibilities, and coaching staff assignments.
Coaching Staff Assignments:
1. Kicking Coordinator (Head Coach):
• Punts, kickoffs, field goals, and extra points are just a few of the things that the kicking coordinator needs to be well conversant with.
- They have to decide when to kick, when to go for it, and how to counter the opponent's approach in addition to creating the overall plan for the kicking game.
- The philosophy and objectives of the kicking game must be explained to the players and coaching staff as a whole by the kicking coordinator.
2. Special Teams Coach:
• The kicking and coverage units' daily drills and skills will be the special teams coach's main focus.
- To hone their skills, they will collaborate closely with punters, returners, and kickers.
- To make sure that players are physically ready for their duties in the kicking game, the special teams coach and the strength and conditioning coach should work together.
3. Assistant Coaches:
• You may give each assistant coach a specific task, depending on how big the coaching team is. For instance, one coach might be in charge of the kickoff squad and another might be in charge of field goals and extra points.
- In order to execute the entire plan and make sure that players are aware of their responsibilities, assistant coaches should collaborate closely with the special teams coach and the kicking coordinator.
Expectations and Implementation:
• Quality over Quantity: Stress that distance is not as important as accuracy and technique. It is imperative that players comprehend.
d the significance of efficiently carrying out their tasks, instead than attempting to accomplish too much.
• Film Study: Urge coaches to watch game tape on a frequent basis in order to pinpoint areas that need work. This will assist in modifying player assignments and strategy in light of the opponent's deficiencies.
• Player Personnel:
• Put accuracy, consistency, and pressure tolerance first for punters and kickers.
- For covering units, consider traits like football IQ, speed, and tackling prowess.
- Concentrate on ball security, vision, and quickness for returners.
Weekly Time Allocation: Every week, allocate a substantial amount of practice time to the kicking game. Daily meetings and drills for special teams may be part of this. Here is an example distribution:
• Monday: Watch the movie again and make plans for the next opponent.
- Tuesday and Wednesday: Special teams rehearse on concentrating on particular methods and tasks.
- Thursday: Review and improve the special teams plays
- Friday: Last-minute preparations and walkthroughs.
- Saturday: The day of the game, when the players carry out the kicking strategy.
Motivation: It is your responsibility as the head coach to teach your coaching staff the value of the kicking game. Explain how crucial plays made by special teams, field position, and changes in momentum may all have a big impact on the result of a game. Urge coaches to instill a sense of pride in their players' involvement in the kicking game.
Recall that attitude and dedication are just as important to the success of the kicking game as skill. To be most effective, coaches and players should have the same grasp of the "want to" and "how to" components of the game.
It's critical for head coaches and kick coordinators to realize that, much like any other facet of football, the success of the kicking game rests on a methodical and organized approach. Let's dissect the roles and obligations associated with putting the kicking game into practice, taking into account player personnel, coach responsibilities, and coaching staff assignments.
Coaching Staff Assignments:
1. Kicking Coordinator (Head Coach):
• Punts, kickoffs, field goals, and extra points are just a few of the things that the kicking coordinator needs to be well conversant with.
- They have to decide when to kick, when to go for it, and how to counter the opponent's approach in addition to creating the overall plan for the kicking game.
- The philosophy and objectives of the kicking game must be explained to the players and coaching staff as a whole by the kicking coordinator.
2. Special Teams Coach:
• The kicking and coverage units' daily drills and skills will be the special teams coach's main focus.
- To hone their skills, they will collaborate closely with punters, returners, and kickers.
- To make sure that players are physically ready for their duties in the kicking game, the special teams coach and the strength and conditioning coach should work together.
3. Assistant Coaches:
• You may give each assistant coach a specific task, depending on how big the coaching team is. For instance, one coach might be in charge of the kickoff squad and another might be in charge of field goals and extra points.
- In order to execute the entire plan and make sure that players are aware of their responsibilities, assistant coaches should collaborate closely with the special teams coach and the kicking coordinator.
Expectations and Implementation:
• Quality over Quantity: Stress that distance is not as important as accuracy and technique. It is imperative that players comprehend.
d the significance of efficiently carrying out their tasks, instead than attempting to accomplish too much.
• Film Study: Urge coaches to watch game tape on a frequent basis in order to pinpoint areas that need work. This will assist in modifying player assignments and strategy in light of the opponent's deficiencies.
• Player Personnel:
• Put accuracy, consistency, and pressure tolerance first for punters and kickers.
- For covering units, consider traits like football IQ, speed, and tackling prowess.
- Concentrate on ball security, vision, and quickness for returners.
Weekly Time Allocation: Every week, allocate a substantial amount of practice time to the kicking game. Daily meetings and drills for special teams may be part of this. Here is an example distribution:
• Monday: Watch the movie again and make plans for the next opponent.
- Tuesday and Wednesday: Special teams rehearse on concentrating on particular methods and tasks.
- Thursday: Review and improve the special teams plays
- Friday: Last-minute preparations and walkthroughs.
- Saturday: The day of the game, when the players carry out the kicking strategy.
Motivation: It is your responsibility as the head coach to teach your coaching staff the value of the kicking game. Explain how crucial plays made by special teams, field position, and changes in momentum may all have a big impact on the result of a game. Urge coaches to instill a sense of pride in their players' involvement in the kicking game.
Recall that attitude and dedication are just as important to the success of the kicking game as skill. To be most effective, coaches and players should have the same grasp of the "want to" and "how to" components of the game.