with Mitchell Kleinschrodt,
Ellsworth Community College Head Coach;
former University of New Mexico Director of Recruiting;
former Upper Iowa University Offensive Coordinator/Quarterbacks Coach
The gun/pistol read option is the foundation play for all modern offenses. The importance of mastering the multi faceted QB techniques of the gun/pistol read option are fundamental to obtaining success in today's game. In this video, Coach Mitchell Kleinschrodt identifies and isolates each QB read option skill so that your quarterback will develop precision, consistency and run your offense with better consistency.
Stance-Footwork-Mesh-Decision
The four foundations of Kleinschrodt's Read Option teaching are:
- Stance
- Footwork
- Mesh
- Decision
Coach Kleinschrodt examines each skill with an eye for detail and expertise. Using game film, practice film and PowerPoint, he takes you through each step on how to create a QB who will be a master of this offensive attack.
Rock - Point - Roll
Start to build the foundation with a drill that QBs can do in their dorm: 'Mesh timing with no read'. You'll see how to work on toe placement for the Pistol at 4 yards, Gun at 5 yards, snap the ball and then 'rock, point and roll'. Key points include keeping the outside foot open to 45 degrees (rock), pointing your hips to read key (point), putting your weight on your outside foot, keeping the ball on your back hip, transferring weight smoothly to your inside foot, and getting the ball to your front hip while in the mesh (roll).
Coach Kleinschrodt's methods are thorough. He covers fundamental concepts, then reviews game footage to demonstrate different situations, as well as practice film and practice drills to acquire the needed skills for each situation. By teaching us the QB concept first, he gives us an easy override when the chaos of live play muddies the situation/solution.
This video is a comprehensive tool for all QBs using the read option, and is a must-have for all coaches in charge of quarterback instruction.
43 minutes. 2021.
FD-05830B:
with Kory Vaught,
Ellsworth Community College Defensive Coordinator/Linebackers Coach;
former Highland Community College Running Backs/Linebackers Coach;
former Arizona Rattlers (IFL) Offensive Line Coach;
former Fort Scott Community College Running Backs/Special Teams Coordinator
If you run a 4-2-5 defense as your base defense, or even occasionally as a change-of-pace formation, then you'll love the ideas that Ellsworth defensive coordinator Kory Vaught shares in this video. Coach Vaught passes along the strategies he's used to defend the run within his 4-2-5 so that you can take them and apply them to your own program.
Force and Vise Players
Coach Vaught begins his presentation with an overview of the 4-2-5 defense and the basic alignment of each player. Then, he goes into detail explaining the concept of vise players and force players. Vaught defines these terms and shows how understanding this concept is vital for players and coaches when defending offenses. You'll come away with knowledge on how to align within a 4-2-5 defense against a variety of formations, as well as how to coach the vise and force players within your defense.
Defending Common Plays with the 4-2-5
Coach Vaught goes through several common run game schemes. Specific run fits are shown against power, counter, power read, pin and pull, inside zone, and outside zone. Additionally, several coaching points are discussed for each player in terms of technique and assignment. Vaught also gives several points regarding defending plays that are applicable to any defensive scheme.
Coach Vaught gives a great overview of the 4-2-5 defense and how it can be used to stop the modern run game! This video will be a valuable addition to your coaching library.
43 minutes. 2021.
FD-05830C:
with DeJuan Garland,
Ellsworth Community College Defensive Line Coach;
former Warren Fitzgerald (MI) Linebackers Coach
Has your defensive line been the weak point in your defense? Has it been "just okay" and you're wanting to help your defensive linemen take the next step in their development?
If the answer is "yes" to either of those questions, then this video from DeJuan Garland, Ellsworth Community College defensive line coach, is a must-watch! Coach Garland delivers many of the methods he's used to turn his linemen into threats to make a big play on every down.
Characteristics of Dominant Defensive Lineman
Garland starts by presenting what he believes to be the most important characteristics of a dominant defensive lineman. More importantly, he explains that it is important to stress these characteristics with your players to build a culture that will help develop dominant defensive lineman. You'll learn:
- Why defensive lineman must have a different mentality than other positions.
- How to build a culture that is conducive to winning football.
- Examples of how this culture presents itself in game and practice video.
Fundamentals of Run Play and Pass Rush
Coach Garland also goes into detail about defensive line fundamentals against the pass and the run. You'll learn stance, hand placement, and reactions to several of the most common run blocks that your players will see. Also, Garland gives a detailed overview of some of the pass rush fundamentals that he teaches his players. Video examples of each technique and fundamental are shown and several excellent coaching points are given.
Coach Garland provides an excellent resource for any defensive coach that wants to help their defensive line become a dominating force!
32 minutes. 2021.
FD-05830D:
with Ben Steinfeldt,
Ellsworth Community College Head Strength & Conditioning Coach
Ben Steinfeldt wants to help you get your athletes to move heavy weight, and move that weight fast. In this video, Steinfeldt offers a layman's definition of triphasic training and a tutorial on teaching proper triphasic technique through the Olympic lifts. All coaches with a rudimentary knowledge of strength training can implement the basics of Steinfeldt's program.
Triphasic Strength Training 101
Few football coaches have the time to become experts in the field of strength training. Coach Steinfeldt's 38 minute tutorial of the kinesiology behind triphasic training is invaluable for any coach charged with running their own off-season weight program. Coach Steinfeldt offers simple definitions of the eccentric, isometric, and concentric movements. His instruction is so clear that you will be able to confidently walk into your weight room with a working knowledge of triphasic training after watching.
Teaching the Three Phases of Triphasic Training
Steinfeldt provides exemplary instruction on effectively teaching the eccentric, isometric, and concentric movements. Proper technique for both the lifter and the spotter are laid out in great detail, enabling you to effectively instruct your athletes on mastering each of the three phases of triphasic training.
Running an Efficient Weight Room
Getting a weight room full of high school football players to operate with some semblance of order is no easy task. Although Coach Steinfeldt's primary focus is on providing a tutorial on triphasic training, he weaves valuable advice on how to operate an efficient weight room throughout his presentation. You're sure to find the explicit instructions on the role of the spotter particularly useful.
This video will arm you with a solid understanding of the kinesiology of strength training, and a clear understanding of teaching proper technique. The most appealing feature of Coach Steinfeldt's presentation is its simplicity: get your athletes to move a lot of weight and move that weight explosively. This presentation will make any coach far more competent in the weight room.
38 minutes. 2021.