with Cody Day,
West Hardin High School (TX) Head Football Coach
Cody Day, the head football coach at West Hardin High School (TX), brings you a complete look at the 3-4 scheme his team runs and specifically lays out how he utilizes trap coverage to stop his opponents. These concepts are fantastic for coaches at the high school level and if you already run a 3-4 look, then this video will give you some great wrinkles to throw into your system.
Match Quarters Concept
Coach Day begins with an overview of the match quarters concept that he utilizes with his defense. This coverage is a soft cover 2 concept that allows the defense to account for almost any route combination the offense can run. He also diagrams two separate adjustments to this coverage that can be utilized against 3x1 formations. You'll get Day's "Red" coverage, including pattern read rules for the corners and safeties. Additionally, points and rules for linebackers are covered.
Three Variations of Trap Coverage
Day diagrams three variations of his trap coverage concepts that are sure to keep opposing offenses off balance. You will see the trap, double, and spin coverages that utilize the trap defender in different ways. Coach Day diagrams each coverage against a variety of formations and gives rules for the trap defender and other defensive players against both run and pass plays. Also, as an added bonus, Day explains several common issues that come up with running trap coverage concepts and how to correct them.
Practice Drills
This video concludes with Coach Day leading several drills that he utilizes with his team to teach trap coverage concepts. Day demonstrates how he teaches the trap player to react to several different route combinations and many of the common plays that are seen in the game today. You'll also learn how to coach other secondary players to execute their assignments.
Coach Day's trap coverage scheme, which is an excellent counter against modern offenses, is a must-have for defensive coaches everywhere!
99 minutes. 2019.
FD-05490B:
with Cody Day,
West Hardin High School (TX) Head Football Coach
With the growth of the spread offense at the high school level, developing a simple yet effective defensive scheme to counter the spread has been difficult - until now.
In this video, West Hardin (TX) High School's Cody Day shares his defensive philosophy and the importance of keeping keys and reads simple so your defense can swarm to the football and play fast.
Simple Adjustments to Various Schemes
Coach Day explains how the 3-4 defense can easily adjust to the offensive scheme from week to week and deliver a numbers advantage at the point of attack on the Power Read, Counter, Inside and Outside Zone run game out of spread offensive sets. You'll learn how to stop the run while maintaining sound pass coverage at the same time. The 3-4 defense provides you with the opportunity to get more speed on the field; this is a necessity when going against offenses that utilize the entire field because your players need to be able to close on the ball quickly.
Alignment, Eyes and Effort
Day coaches the basic alignments, assignments, and key reads for each position in the 3-4 defense using a white board presentation. Game film follows up each segment, and Day reviews key coaching points as he shows each defensive call in action.
You'll see how to:
- Teach pursuit for a championship defensive effort.
- Create quick reacting linebackers that fill downhill with lightning quickness.
- Adjust to trips to outnumber the offense in the run and passing game.
Tools for Shutting Down Spread Offense Concepts
Spread offenses can vary depending on specific formations and players. Coach Day shows you his "Longstick" technique that specifically focuses on shutting down the Power Read scheme. He also touches on "Trap" coverage to force a hard edge on perimeter offensive plays. Finally, you'll get his "Louie" stunt that helps secure the backside and create a false read for the QB on a backside zone read.
This video will give you a simple blueprint for success against any spread offensive scheme. Coach Day's 3-4 techniques are sure to help you find success on game day!
81 minutes. 2019.
FD-05490C:
with Cody Day,
West Hardin High School (TX) Head Football Coach
Looking for an offensive scheme that is simple, but produces outstanding results? In this video, learn all about the power read variations and RPOs that Cody Day has implemented at West Hardin High School that allow his athletes to play fast and free.
The Power Read
Coach Day begins with an overview of the power read concept that he utilizes with his team. Several formations and modifications to the blocking scheme are shown to keep the defense guessing. He also gives examples of his play calling and tagging system that allows his squad to efficiently call the power read and whatever variation they want to run without forcing his players to learn anything new. Several examples are shown using game footage to illustrate coaching points.
Additionally, Coach Day shows the footwork and read progression required for the quarterback on the power read, plus tailored coaching points for the offensive line, running back, and receivers.
Toss and Flare Variations
Day diagrams two change-ups to the power read that allow the offense to attack the opposite side of the defense. He diagrams the blocking scheme for the power toss, which includes coaching points for the pulling guard, as well as running back and quarterback footwork and rules.
Next, Coach Day shows his power flare play, which allows his offense to stretch the defense horizontally while still maintaining the ability to read the defensive end. Several examples of both variations are shown using game footage.
RPOs that Complement the Power Read
Finally, Day gives you several RPOs that he utilizes to complement his power read and outside zone schemes. Several plays are shown, including Bend, Pow, Pop, and Slant. You will see Coach Day diagram each RPO and explains the route running coaching points and quarterback read for each play. He also shows several examples of each RPO using game footage to illustrate coaching points, as well as several adjustments that can be made for each individual game plan.
Coach Day does an excellent job of presenting his power read and complementary RPOs. This video is certain to help shift your offense into high gear!
66 minutes. 2019.