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Let's Talk Football: Meeting with College Coaches
December 15, 2009
In speaking with a college coach about a full scholarship offer, parents and the student-athlete need to listen carefully to what the coach says about the school, the coaching staff, academic opportunities and how the athlete will fit into the team. View Article -
Let's Talk Football: Safe Tackling Drills
December 8, 2009
Coach Bass is a firm believer that tackling drills should be run at half speed and the focus should be on proper technique and not trying to destroy the ball carrier. View Article -
Let's Talk Football: Wishbone, Wildcat Offenses
November 23, 2009
Coach Bass shares his opinion on how successful the Wishbone and Wildcat offenses can be for a team of 7- to 9-year-olds. View Article -
Let's Talk Football: Reader Feedback, Coaching Education
November 17, 2009
Coach Bass relays the perspectives from two football minds on previously answered questions, while also tackling the importance of coaching education to teach the game the right way. View Article -
Let's Talk Football: In-Game Decision Making
November 3, 2009
The more organized you can be and the more you have written down and at your fingertips, the easier it will be for you to contribute during the game. View Article -
Let's Talk Football: Playing Time in High School
October 27, 2009
One mother voices her concern about equal playing time for teammates on her son's junior varsity high school team. View Article -
Let's Talk Football: Tackling From Youth to Pro
October 21, 2009
In game situations, tackles are made from every angle using whatever it takes to bring down the ball carrier, but the best approach is to teach the safest method possible. View Article -
Let's Talk Football: Tips for Open Field Blocking
October 13, 2009
Coach Bass recommends using blocking dummies to help simulate different positions on defense and having lead blockers drive into and through the defenders. View Article
