drive block

Driving and blocking are the foundations for a good lineman. Hence the name of the most common unit: the unit block. This driving block means that you are going to push the opponent in the direction that he is lined up. It starts with the lineup, when you face your opponent see which way they are lined up, if they are to the right then you will drive them to the right if the play is on the left side of the field. Execute the drive off the line with the foot on the side of play; again, if the play is happening on the left side, then you will use your left foot. Quickly lift your other foot and make solid contact for your push off.

Up Downs Conditioning Drill

Of all the football conditioning drills, downs are one of the most popular. This drill starts with players running in place as fast as they can, encourage them to lift their knees as high as they can. At the coaches’ signal, the players will drop to the ground and do a push, then quickly get up and start running again. This exercise is an excellent workout and should be worked on slowly at first and then increased in intensity and duration over time.

Conditioning: The Quick Jump

Reaction is a skill that players must develop through conditioning and drills. This practice drill is intended to increase reaction speed and the ability to quickly change direction. It begins by placing the players in a small box of four squares. The player will then proceed to jump from one area or box to another, thus forcing themselves to jump laterally, diagonally, forwards and backwards. Changes can be made so that the player only uses one foot and then the other while executing the drill.

catch the ball low

Making the moves means that you have practiced the less than optimal situation and know how to react to it. A situation that most offensive players will face is the low sack. A not-so-perfect scenario is a low pass catch. Here are some basics for a great bass catch. First, keep your hands low and lock your little fingers. Second, keep your knees bent down and in extreme cases you should be flat on the ground or diving. Second, bend your knees and squat down. Use your hands and not your body. Never use your body to catch a soccer ball. Lastly, focus on catching him first and then worry about the defense and score a few more yards.