#swarmfbchat Archive

The ONLY defensive-themed chat on Twitter! Talking all things Defense and Game Planning. Tuesdays at 9pm EST.
Tuesday December 27, 2016
9:00 PM EST
  • JustPlaySS Dec 27 @ 9:00 PM EST
    Retweeted Coach Jarry Poth (@jpoth744): #swarmfbchat https://t.co/cTIPT2gV7w https://t.co/zdoK1kFn4K
    In reply to @jpoth744
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 27 @ 9:00 PM EST
    It's 9pm on Tuesday night - time for #swarmfbchat We are talking culture/leadership/IQ with some insight from Lloyd Carr. SAY HI :)
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 27 @ 9:00 PM EST
    Let's get this one rocking - all Qs came from DM. Help fellow coaches by liking/retweeting and using #swarmfbchat in all tweets!
  • wingtcoachdon Dec 27 @ 9:00 PM EST
    @bulldog5704 @CoachMocahbee @JasonConley20 Go Every Time So Others May... EVERYTIME! #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @bulldog5704, @CoachMocahbee, @JasonConley20
  • CoachKelleyAHS Dec 27 @ 9:01 PM EST
    DC and LB coach at Dallas Adamson in TX. Also been leading culture and leadership class for our kids. Love this topic #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachCurran42 Dec 27 @ 9:01 PM EST
    Bobby Curran Co-Defensive Coordinator Loyola Blakefield, Towson, MD. #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 27 @ 9:01 PM EST
    We use the Q1/A1 format - Let's get those INTROS rolling - follow each other and grow the coaching network! #swarmfbchat
  • CodyCaseNoSpace Dec 27 @ 9:01 PM EST
    Cody Case, DLine at East Hall High School in Gainesville, GA. #swarmfbchat
  • CarsonRileyDad Dec 27 @ 9:01 PM EST
    Matt Smith Chambers Academy (LaFayette,AL) D Coordinator (aspiring HC) "Defense STILL wins championships" #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHays13 Dec 27 @ 9:01 PM EST
    I'm back! Daran Hays HBC North Marion High School Farmington WV! #swarmfbchat
  • CoachGrayvold Dec 27 @ 9:01 PM EST
    Hello to #SWARMFBCHAT Sun Prairie, WI Secondary Coach checking in
  • Coach_Sneed_EM Dec 27 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Brandon Sneed, Offense, Charlotte, NC #swarmfbchat
  • Z_QUEZ Dec 27 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Zane Quesenberry, Pulaski County, VA, DB Coach #swarmfbchat
  • J_E_Rogers Dec 27 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Jeff Rogers, DC Armstrong HS, Plymouth MN Time to talk the good side. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachLashSr Dec 27 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Coach Lash OC, Mountain Island Charter, NC #swarmfbchat
  • 3anout Dec 27 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Richard Fong. D.C. at Oaks Christian HS in Southern California. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachRmcD60 Dec 27 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Ryan McDonald OL Mooresville HS (IN ) aspiring HC #swarmfbchat
  • Coach_Urquhart Dec 27 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Alex Urquhart AHC/OC Eustis HS,FL #swarmfbchat
  • BenClubb32 Dec 27 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Ben Clubb, Linebackers coach at Balko High School in Oklahoma. Ready to get this going! #swarmfbchat
  • CoachBradClark Dec 27 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Brad Clark DL Coach @BixbySpartanFB Bixby, OK. #SWARMFBCHAT
    In reply to @BixbySpartanFB
  • CoachLashSr Dec 27 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Oh and avid UM fan #GoBlue #swarmfbchat
  • CoachBehnfeldt Dec 27 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Brandon Behnfeldt Delphos Jefferson HS, OH. Hello, Coach Carr!!! #swarmfbchat
  • jpoth744 Dec 27 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Jarry Poth Somerset HS Somerset Texas. #TheSet #swarmfbchat
  • Skillutt28 Dec 27 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Jeff Lutt Co-DC & GBLB Coach Great Bend High, KS #swarmfbchat
  • CoachMac5 Dec 27 @ 9:03 PM EST
    HC/OC Big Horn High School. Big Horn, WY #SWARMFBCHAT
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 27 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Good to see so many coaches coming back - we will have our first Q up in 3 minutes. #swarmfbchat
  • DCcoachV Dec 27 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Nick Velazquez DC Orland HS, CA excited for this topic! Looking for great ideas! #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachJoshHadden Dec 27 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Josh Hadden. HC @ Aiken Middle School. Aiken, SC #swarmfbchat
  • CoachTWill22 Dec 27 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Trevor Williams-DBs South Forsyth HS. Love this chat. Best part of the week! #SWARMFBCHAT
  • JasonConley20 Dec 27 @ 9:03 PM EST
    #SWARMFBCHAT Jason Conley DC/ secondary coach Batavia, OH
  • JeremyKirt Dec 27 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Jeremy Kirt DL @ Cy Ranch #swarmfbchat
  • _rwilley Dec 27 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Coach Willey DC Illini West HS #swarmfbchat
  • KoachRich9 Dec 27 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Will Richardson AHC/ OC, Westlake HS, Atlanta, GA #swarmfbchat
  • JustPlaySS Dec 27 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Retweeted Ryan McCartney (@rmacblue): Good to see so many coaches coming back - we will have our first Q up in 3 minutes. #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @rmacblue
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 27 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Ryan McCartney DC Seymour HS, IN Host of #swarmfbchat 20+ seasons of coaching...OLD MAN....
  • Mr_Tanner23 Dec 27 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Nate Tanner head coach at Summers County High School in Hinton,WV #swarmfbchat
  • wingtcoachdon Dec 27 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Don Jacobs. I love the Wing-T, but MAN, do you love that stingy defense keeping us in the game! #swarmfbchat
  • ocjacobmorris77 Dec 27 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Jacob Morris Grant Co KY #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachOrtiz1 Dec 27 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Dusty Ortiz Timber Creek HS #swarmfbchat
  • Coach_CTyson Dec 27 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Coach Cantrell Tyson WRs/Safeties Coach Marion County High (Guin, AL) OFFENSE RULES, BUT I'M HERE TO GET POINTERS LOL #swarmfbchat
  • CoachAltmanWM Dec 27 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Rob Altman DL West Memphis #swarmfbchat
  • CoachRmcD60 Dec 27 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Glad to see @JustPlaySS in here tonight #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @JustPlaySS
  • dinderhees Dec 27 @ 9:05 PM EST
    ha sounds like a good idea...looking forward to this chat tonight though #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @wingtcoachdon, @JasonConley20
  • WR_CoachHepp Dec 27 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Steven Hepp DC Wisconsin Rapids HS #SWARMFBCHAT
  • wingtcoachdon Dec 27 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Don Jacobs. I love the Wing-T, but MAN, do I love that stingy defense keeping us in the game! #swarmfbchat (Edited...)
  • Coach_AllenOh Dec 27 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Allen Oh - Krum High School (TX) #swarmfbchat
  • coachboyneDHS Dec 27 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Greg Boyne, OC, destrehan High School, Louisiana #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 27 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Q1 will focus on CULTURE..as LC says - creating culture starts the minute you get to your offseason. No time to waste! SET IT. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachKizer Dec 27 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Chris Kizer DC/ D Line. Arkadelphia, AR #swarmfbchat
  • JeremyKirt Dec 27 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Jeremy Kirt DL at Cypress Ranch, Houston, Texas #swarmfbchat
  • benglidewell Dec 27 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Ben Glidewell, HC Diamond, MO #swarmfbchat
  • kleintime99 Dec 27 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Jason Klein Cedar Grove-Belgium Defensive Coordinator-Linebackers #SWARMFBCHAT welcome to the dark side
  • DCCoachP Dec 27 @ 9:07 PM EST
    #swarmfbchat Nick Ploucha. DC Dearborn Divine Child (MI)
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 27 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Q1: What are you doing in the offseason to establish/change your culture? Starting over or cementing it in? #swarmfbchat
  • dinderhees Dec 27 @ 9:08 PM EST
    Dan Inderhees HC 7th/8th Cincinnati, OH #swarmfbchat
  • coachshattuck Dec 27 @ 9:08 PM EST
    Josh Shattuck HC Seymour HS Indiana. Gonna be in and out when wife isnt looking...on break in FL :) #swarmfbchat
  • IrishCoachT Dec 27 @ 9:08 PM EST
    Tonee' Shuffleman- Kamikaze Linebackers Coach-Nauvoo, IL. #swarmfbchat
  • ocjacobmorris77 Dec 27 @ 9:08 PM EST
    #SWARMFBCHAT let's go
  • ColbryL Dec 27 @ 9:09 PM EST
    Colbry Lathan Assistant Football Coach Okolona High School Okolona, MS #swarmfbchat
  • CoachRmcD60 Dec 27 @ 9:09 PM EST
    A1 set a leadership counsel and have them handle key decisions gets kids to buy into program also split into teams and give #swarmfbchat
  • CoachKelleyAHS Dec 27 @ 9:09 PM EST
    A1: Both... started classes in mornings EXPLICITLY explaining what we expect from EVERYONE IN PROGRAM and leadership #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachGrayvold Dec 27 @ 9:09 PM EST
    A1 Multi Sport athletes + participation in the weight room. Get both of those you have a great program! #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachMac5 Dec 27 @ 9:09 PM EST
    A1: big believer in you'll go as far as your seniors take you. Give them chances to lead in the offseason, it's their team! #SWARMFBCHAT
  • ocjacobmorris77 Dec 27 @ 9:09 PM EST
    A1:research research research and making a system #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachBradClark Dec 27 @ 9:09 PM EST
    #SWARMFBCHAT
  • wingtcoachdon Dec 27 @ 9:09 PM EST
    A1: Well, I will not be coaching this season, but I'll tell you what I know. You'd better have a self-generated plan right now. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachRmcD60 Dec 27 @ 9:09 PM EST
    A1contd give pts for events and workouts #swarmfbchat
  • KoachRich9 Dec 27 @ 9:09 PM EST
    A1 this year our staff will be working on cementing our culture. We were a brand new staff last year #swarmfbchat
  • Coach_Urquhart Dec 27 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1) We will begin by providing all of our athletes with a written outline of our culture. Rules/procedures/expectations. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • coachshattuck Dec 27 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1: 2 weeks off after last game. We set the tone right away with a mew slogan "light the torch". New team, new leaders #swarmfbchat
  • CarsonRileyDad Dec 27 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1: Further establish culture. Great group of guys back who have played in 2 consecutive state titles. Focus on FINISHING it #swarmfbchat
  • coachboyneDHS Dec 27 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1--Since losing in semis this is a topic we have discussed a lot--our answer this year is to create more competitive offseason #swarmfbchat
  • CoachBehnfeldt Dec 27 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1: we have a solid culture, but I really want to work on the academic/behavior side of things with our players, needs work #swarmfbchat
  • BenClubb32 Dec 27 @ 9:10 PM EST
    #swarmfbchat
    • BenClubb32 Dec 27 @ 9:09 PM EST
      A1: Really reinforcing what we did during the season. As a defense, trying to set a tone as the most physical guys on the field.
  • cecilraycossey Dec 27 @ 9:10 PM EST
    Cecil Cossey, HC, Hamburg High, Hamburg, AR #swarmfbchat
  • CoachTWill22 Dec 27 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1: Going on year 8 for our HC and the culture is cemented. Finding ways to refine and extreme focus on taking the next step. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • Coach_AllenOh Dec 27 @ 9:10 PM EST
    a1: We are going to be cementing, but you have to approach it differently with a new group. More competition and ownership #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHays13 Dec 27 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1:for us in the offseason it starts with competing daily on our lifting teams, it is cemented as we begin team nights together #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @rmacblue
  • CoachOrtiz1 Dec 27 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1 We are focusing on the minor details and mental toughness. Trying to reach a new level of success. #swarmfbchat
  • DCCoachP Dec 27 @ 9:10 PM EST
    We preach Toughness-Knowledge-Effort from day 1. Three years ago our staff took over and there was no buy in. #swarmfbchat
  • coachshattuck Dec 27 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1 cont: Wanted to enjoy Christmas break already knowing who our leaders are. Already know who we can/can't rely on. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachBehnfeldt Dec 27 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1: also off-season program is changing a little, so we to establish the new standards with that #swarmfbchat
  • CoachKizer Dec 27 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1: Main things we are looking at is develop leadership and competition. Who will step up and lead in tough times/competition #swarmfbchat
  • 3anout Dec 27 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1. We we're very young on defense last year. We're still establishing the culture going into year 3 of the program.#SWARMFBCHAT
  • ocjacobmorris77 Dec 27 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1: had our players create our core values #SWARMFBCHAT
  • DCcoachV Dec 27 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1) Interviewing soon for HC position. Will be starting over on this topic if all goes well! #SWARMFBCHAT
  • Skillutt28 Dec 27 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1. Still looking for the SRs to help teach/demo to the younger guys. Get the JRs & other starters to start stepping up. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachArthur71 Dec 27 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1: Cementing, Hammering, and Welding it in #SwarmFbChat
  • J_E_Rogers Dec 27 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1) Reading more books on building culture and ways to lead a program. So that I can be a better leader. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • _rwilley Dec 27 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1) We have ONE goal EVER. To win a state championship. This IS our culture...we coach what we know and believe in. #swarmfbchat
  • wingtcoachdon Dec 27 @ 9:11 PM EST
    And, as I tweeted, make it YOUR OWN. You gotta believe first! #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @ocjacobmorris77
  • coachadkisson Dec 27 @ 9:12 PM EST
    Corey Adkisson OC Sikeston HS MO spying on all you defensive guys #swarmfbchat
  • CoachRmcD60 Dec 27 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1 support other teams and give points for attendance at BBall wrestling other events #swarmfbchat
  • CoachJoshHadden Dec 27 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1: Teach/Re-teach expectations. Returners start leading. Model Everything for them. #swarmfbchat
  • coachwash29 Dec 27 @ 9:12 PM EST
    we are starting over. We have to make a transformation in the weight room, attitudes and on field play #SWARMFBCHAT
    In reply to @rmacblue
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 27 @ 9:12 PM EST
    #swarmfbchat He needed the people to see that losing was not going to be an option.
  • BenClubb32 Dec 27 @ 9:12 PM EST
    all starts with the vets! Gotta lead and get others to follow #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @Skillutt28
  • Mr_Tanner23 Dec 27 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A1: building off our "commitment program", vote in leadership council, split into teams, compete(wt rm,class,community) #swarmfbchat
  • _rwilley Dec 27 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A1) Cont'd We have increased our focus on the off-season this year more than ever before. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachClintRider Dec 27 @ 9:13 PM EST
    Clint Rider | HC | Hesston HS | Hesston, KS | Jumping in late. Saw the topic! #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachMac5 Dec 27 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A1: lost great senior leadership from state title team. Young guys have seen the right way, now it's their turn! #swarmfbchat
  • CoachKizer Dec 27 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A1: cont; Biggest thing in offseason is seeing what Srs step up and take over team. We will only go as far as they want to go. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachLashSr Dec 27 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A1:For us right now it's encouraging 2 sport athletes,participation &competing in the weight room &I take advantage of training #swarmfbchat
  • CoachKelleyAHS Dec 27 @ 9:13 PM EST
    @rmacblue @ocjacobmorris77 3 steps. Believe it. Sell it. Demand it. #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @wingtcoachdon, @rmacblue, @ocjacobmorris77
  • Z_QUEZ Dec 27 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A1: It all starts w/ evaluating the previous yr. Taking a look at what was good & bad, then we build on some & discard other #swarmfbchat
  • Coach_Nemeth Dec 27 @ 9:14 PM EST
    A1: LIFTING! More sweat equity=more players feel ownership. Promote being Multi sport athlete. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachAltmanWM Dec 27 @ 9:14 PM EST
    as a team, we have improved a lot over last 3 years. This offseason we are turning up pressure #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @rmacblue
  • wingtcoachdon Dec 27 @ 9:14 PM EST
    Slogans aside, I like your "new leaders" idea. Not always the same! #SWARMFBCHAT
    In reply to @coachshattuck
  • WR_CoachHepp Dec 27 @ 9:14 PM EST
    A1) Player leadership meetings #swarmfbchat
  • B_Wise59 Dec 27 @ 9:14 PM EST
    Took over a program last year, so I'm still trying to build the culture I want #swarmfbchat
  • CoachMocahbee Dec 27 @ 9:14 PM EST
    Ben Mocahbee DLine coach Cincinnati, OH sorry I'm late Rogue One was longer than expected but a great movie #swarmfbchat
  • CoachRmcD60 Dec 27 @ 9:14 PM EST
    What's the number 1 way to jump in as a new HC to change a losing culture ??? #swarmfbchat
  • wingtcoachdon Dec 27 @ 9:15 PM EST
    Great message! Better now?? #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @DCCoachP
  • cecilraycossey Dec 27 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A1. Believe you win/lose in weight room. So, we retaught fundamentals in there. Also looking for ways to empower new seniors. #swarmfbchat
  • B_Wise59 Dec 27 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A1: it is all staying in the weight room, and putting in that work #swarmfbchat
  • coachadkisson Dec 27 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A1 we just created our off-season teams for weights & comps. We hope this holds the kids accountable to each other #swarmfbchat
  • dinderhees Dec 27 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A1 research/reading more on developing a culture and building relationships learning more about flipped teaching/coaching #swarmfbchat
  • wingtcoachdon Dec 27 @ 9:15 PM EST
    New standards = HIGHER standards! #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachBehnfeldt
  • CoachClintRider Dec 27 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A1: Refining every year. Big payoff this year w/ group that bought in. Focus is on developing leaders. All falls in after. #swarmfbchat
  • BenClubb32 Dec 27 @ 9:16 PM EST
    exactly. Especially sports like basketball and track. Bball great for footwork and agility! #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @Coach_Nemeth
  • CoachByrd_ Dec 27 @ 9:16 PM EST
    Jamelle Byrd DC/LB'S Harding HS Charlotte NC #swarmfbchat
  • ocjacobmorris77 Dec 27 @ 9:16 PM EST
    #swarmfbchat we will make sure losing sucks but giving up will be treated brutally
    In reply to @rmacblue
  • CoachCurran42 Dec 27 @ 9:16 PM EST
    Great question!!! #SWARMFBCHAT
    In reply to @CoachRmcD60
  • CoachBehnfeldt Dec 27 @ 9:16 PM EST
    A1: like to use "Win The Day" as our motto. win in the classroom, on the field , and in life. Do that and we will be successful #swarmfbchat
  • CoachJoshHadden Dec 27 @ 9:16 PM EST
    A1 cont: This was Year 2. Still trying to make in-roads. New Administration too. Whole school needed change. Tough but moving. #swarmfbchat
  • Coach_AllenOh Dec 27 @ 9:16 PM EST
    A1: Best message to get across is the successes/failures of last season do NOT dictate the upcoming season #swarmfbchat
  • CoachKelleyAHS Dec 27 @ 9:16 PM EST
    We have done program, coaches, and seniors specific meetings #swarmfbchat
  • wingtcoachdon Dec 27 @ 9:16 PM EST
    Great idea if you've been there to get the seniors going in the right direction! #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @Skillutt28
  • CoachCroyle Dec 27 @ 9:16 PM EST
    Looking for a film trade - check out the list: https://t.co/kiOt5dz4VI #SWARMFBCHAT
  • 3anout Dec 27 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A1. 6:00 AM on the field. Multi-sport athletes can participate. Off-season lifting. Reinforce hustle and work ethic. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachArthur71 Dec 27 @ 9:17 PM EST
    Only the strong, tough survive. The ones on the bubble will be pulled along by the "dogs" #swarmfbchat
    • ChrisEndress1 Dec 27 @ 9:14 PM EST
      what is step 1 for the weight room transformation? How do you begin the buy in?
      In reply to @coachwash29, @rmacblue
  • CoachMocahbee Dec 27 @ 9:17 PM EST
    when do you stop looking at the past and have the team focus on the future? #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @Z_QUEZ
  • nathanstanley Dec 27 @ 9:17 PM EST
    Nathan Stanley, HFC/AD, Redmond HS, OR #swarmfbchat
  • CoachClintRider Dec 27 @ 9:17 PM EST
    Try 2 win hearts & minds. Be prepared 4 the storm & stand firm 2 what you believe in. Those who matter will stay. #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachRmcD60
  • LCGrizzlyFB Dec 27 @ 9:17 PM EST
    Sean Price, Head FB coach, Labette County H.S./KS #SWARMFBCHAT
  • DCcoachV Dec 27 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A1) cont. established culture of winning but took step back in many departments that we can fix with a different approach. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachJoshHadden Dec 27 @ 9:18 PM EST
    We had Win Every Day last year and Seize The Day this year. #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachBehnfeldt
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 27 @ 9:18 PM EST
    Q2: What are some things you will do in the offseason to TEACH or create leaders/leadership? #swarmfbchat
  • CoachMocahbee Dec 27 @ 9:18 PM EST
    who attends the meetings? Just seniors or all age groups but only a select few "leaders"? #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @WR_CoachHepp
  • CoachKelleyAHS Dec 27 @ 9:18 PM EST
    don't have counsel. Stress that everyone needs to buy in and step up. No limit on being a leader #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachRmcD60, @WR_CoachHepp
  • CoachBullNY Dec 27 @ 9:18 PM EST
    Coaches, how do you preach or teach toughness with your players? Thanks. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachArthur71 Dec 27 @ 9:19 PM EST
    We implemented "Leadership Development" classes 1x week last off-season. Not 1 year results, multi-year project w/kids #SWARMFBCHAT
  • wingtcoachdon Dec 27 @ 9:19 PM EST
    Best of luck! You saw what needed to be fixed, and I'm glad that you are attacking it! #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @coachwash29
  • CoachCurran42 Dec 27 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A1: VERY HARD to hammer home culture when you're not in the building... #swarmfbchat
  • Mr_Tanner23 Dec 27 @ 9:19 PM EST
    @rmacblue building meaningful relationships is STEP 1... kids now have to trust you before they buy into anything #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachRmcD60, @rmacblue
  • zachdavis24 Dec 27 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A1) cementing our culture! WIN THE DAY!! #swarmfbchat
  • CoachArthur71 Dec 27 @ 9:19 PM EST
    These were MANDATORY #SWARMFBCHAT
    • CoachArthur71 Dec 27 @ 9:19 PM EST
      We implemented "Leadership Development" classes 1x week last off-season. Not 1 year results, multi-year project w/kids #SWARMFBCHAT
  • wingtcoachdon Dec 27 @ 9:19 PM EST
    When you believe it, brother, selling it ain't a problem, is it? 👍#swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS, @rmacblue, @ocjacobmorris77
  • nathanstanley Dec 27 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A1: We are looking to continue to define & sell our program core values. I want to further define our "why" as coaches/program #swarmfbchat
  • CoachKizer Dec 27 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A2: One thing we have started to do is meet with Srs after every workout for 5-10 minutes and go over day and did it meet cont #swarmfbchat
  • CoachGrayvold Dec 27 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2 Big thing ill always remember is you need to TEACH leadership. It's something that just cant@be learned on their own. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • jpoth744 Dec 27 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A1. Weight room and running! Get stronger to run faster! Competition every day! #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 27 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2: LC had a great line - if you TEACH kids how to lead, you won't worry about who they look to/select as team leaders #swarmfbchat
  • CoachByrd_ Dec 27 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A1 more refining than changing I try to focus on finding one minor or major detail to make us better in what we do #SWARMFBCHAT
  • LCGrizzlyFB Dec 27 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A1) Est. your core principles and expectations. We sell it as a process and part of that process is putting in work! #swarmfbchat
  • CoachKizer Dec 27 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2: did it meet standards that will accomplish what we want to achieve. Also go over leadership points to look at and enforce #swarmfbchat
  • CarsonRileyDad Dec 27 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2: Sit down with leaders. Discuss expectations for program, get feel of how we can improve aspects such as weights, practice #swarmfbchat
  • CoachGrayvold Dec 27 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2 Big thing ill always remember is you need to TEACH leadership. It's something that just cant be learned on the kids own. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • coachshattuck Dec 27 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2: Will change mindset in what a leader is. Dont need 4 captains.Dont need to be seniors. Set a standard /accept nothing less. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachTWill22 Dec 27 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2: put them in tough situations & force leaders to emerge. SHOW them how we need them to react in adversity. Controlled chaos. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachMac5 Dec 27 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2: leadership camping trip with sr's & select jr's. Teach them how to be leaders, overcome adversity, etc. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachBehnfeldt Dec 27 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2: have ❤️ to ❤️ talks with the kids about our expectations, put them in situations that require them to rise up and lead #swarmfbchat
  • wingtcoachdon Dec 27 @ 9:21 PM EST
    Holy "flipped teaching" in a football chat, Batman! #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @dinderhees
  • Coach_Urquhart Dec 27 @ 9:21 PM EST
    We use a character development program that will focus on various things like goal setting,accountability,perseverance..Etc #SWARMFBCHAT
  • ChrisEndress1 Dec 27 @ 9:21 PM EST
    #swarmfbchat Chris Endress.. https://t.co/pwZJChB8Bl... Shawnee Mission North HS.. Kansas
  • JasonConley20 Dec 27 @ 9:21 PM EST
    A2: I really like the leadership council made of all grade levels. Let the kids have a say! #SWARMFBCHAT
  • dinderhees Dec 27 @ 9:22 PM EST
    love this try and tell my guys every year if you want to be a leader step and do it #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS, @CoachRmcD60, @WR_CoachHepp
  • BenClubb32 Dec 27 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A2: All our athletes play other sports, small school. Because of that, our players seem to have tremendous comrodory year round #swarmfbchat
  • CodyCaseNoSpace Dec 27 @ 9:22 PM EST
    #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachBullNY
  • CoachKizer Dec 27 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A2: in the workouts you have to create them where they make leaders arise. The tougher/difficult workout, the more u can see #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHays13 Dec 27 @ 9:22 PM EST
    Leadership council, Morning workouts generate natural leaders, compete, compete compete #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @rmacblue
  • zachdavis24 Dec 27 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A2) daily reminders in the weight room (post workout) and pushing them during the workout! #swarmfbchat
  • _rwilley Dec 27 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A2) We created weightroom teams with a "leader". Teams/leaders will change every 6 weeks or so. Looking for new leaders #swarmfbchat
  • coachshattuck Dec 27 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A2 cont: We made captains sign an agreement/contrct this past season. We will review and retool this further. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachMac5 Dec 27 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A2: people say"be a leader." Like anything else leadership must be taught! Give them the tools and knowledge to be successful. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachKizer Dec 27 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A2 cont: More you can see leaders grow and develop #swarmfbchat
  • CoachArthur71 Dec 27 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A2: Continue "Leadership Development" classes 1x a week. We based off of #AboveTheLine, will continue with more applications #SWARMFBCHAT
  • LCGrizzlyFB Dec 27 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A1) Cont: The kids are a huge part of setting what your core values are, include them from day one! #SWARMFBCHAT
  • ocjacobmorris77 Dec 27 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A2: there will be fast and definitive consequences for giving up & high standard in everything #SWARMFBCHAT
  • Z_QUEZ Dec 27 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A2: kids need to be taught how to be leaders b/c there are few natural leaders on every team. #swarmfbchat
  • CarsonRileyDad Dec 27 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A2: Urban Meyer book talks a lot about 10-80-10. Want to get those top 10% to help motivate the 80% guys to raise level #swarmfbchat
  • wingtcoachdon Dec 27 @ 9:23 PM EST
    What is the biggest "carrot" that you dangle in front of those multi-sport kids? (I've no idea about you guys) #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @3anout
  • CoachJoshHadden Dec 27 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A2: Focus on academics. Sportsmanship. Show other students how to act. Respectful. Listen!!!! #swarmfbchat
  • CoachBehnfeldt Dec 27 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A2: I have a great opportunity to have every freshman in class, I get to work with them and show them leadership in classroom #swarmfbchat
  • DCcoachV Dec 27 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A2) Have a lot to research on this, but I want to meet with the leaders often in off-season. Get their opinion on many things. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachClintRider Dec 27 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A2: Off-season is tougher. Group leaders in weight room. Summer comp. captains. Who can get their guys 2 workouts in summer? #swarmfbchat
  • Coach_AllenOh Dec 27 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A2: 1st, you have to see who wants to step up as a leader. We always look for kids to step up. After you ID, then you Teach #swarmfbchat
  • CoachRmcD60 Dec 27 @ 9:24 PM EST
    Try and get kids to keep working in weight room team competition will hopefully create buy in with upper classman #swarmfbchat
  • Z_QUEZ Dec 27 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A2: cont. So I believe you must have leadership sessions for the entire team to build as many leaders as possible! #swarmfbchat
  • DCcoachV Dec 27 @ 9:24 PM EST
    What program do u use coach? #SWARMFBCHAT
    In reply to @Coach_Urquhart
  • CoachArthur71 Dec 27 @ 9:24 PM EST
    With 3 letters E+R=O. Event plus RESPONSE equals OUTCOME. #AboveTheLine #SwarmFBCHAT
  • wingtcoachdon Dec 27 @ 9:24 PM EST
    "Those who matter." Amen, brother. The "undependable" are the MOST dependable (to fold) when it gets rough! #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachClintRider
  • nathanstanley Dec 27 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A2: We want to either select a curricullum or create 1 we can use for monthly lunch mtgs w/ our players. Focus on leadership #swarmfbchat
  • Mdukes37 Dec 27 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A2 developed through core beliefs/character. Living/modeling expectations #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachRmcD60 Dec 27 @ 9:24 PM EST
    Always compete in everything you do #swarmfbchat
  • BenClubb32 Dec 27 @ 9:25 PM EST
    I think that'd be a great idea. Really makes players commit and think about it #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @coachshattuck
  • CoachBehnfeldt Dec 27 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A2: (cont) which then can be translated and built on with football. I am the only regular ed teacher at the HS that is on staff #swarmfbchat
  • CoachKelleyAHS Dec 27 @ 9:25 PM EST
    Firmly believe this. Show them what leadership is because 99% don't know what it looks like #swarmfbchat
    • Z_QUEZ Dec 27 @ 9:22 PM EST
      A2: kids need to be taught how to be leaders b/c there are few natural leaders on every team. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachArthur71 Dec 27 @ 9:25 PM EST
    Amen!! Not everyone knows how to lead, give tools and confidence on how to lead #SWARMFBCHAT
    • Z_QUEZ Dec 27 @ 9:22 PM EST
      A2: kids need to be taught how to be leaders b/c there are few natural leaders on every team. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachMac5 Dec 27 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A2: have tough conversations. Discuss individual strengths/weaknesses as group, coaches too! See how their peers see them. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • cecilraycossey Dec 27 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A2. More frequent communication with leaders of team. Communication has to be two way. Not just preaching but also listening. #swarmfbchat
  • nathanstanley Dec 27 @ 9:25 PM EST
    You can't have rules before relationships! #SWARMFBCHAT
    In reply to @Mr_Tanner23, @CoachRmcD60, @rmacblue
  • 3anout Dec 27 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A2. Leadership is about service. Seniors and returners must be taught how to lead/serve others. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • THEdb1 Dec 27 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A2 use some things from this book. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachClintRider Dec 27 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A2: To be a leader, first they must be the hardest worker in the room. Then hold others accountable, then be motivator. #swarmfbchat
  • wingtcoachdon Dec 27 @ 9:26 PM EST
    Sounds a little like Steve Channell there! #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachBehnfeldt
  • CoachAltmanWM Dec 27 @ 9:26 PM EST
    #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachAltmanWM
  • ocjacobmorris77 Dec 27 @ 9:26 PM EST
    #swarmfbchat and move as many from the 80% to the top 10%
    In reply to @CarsonRileyDad
  • Coach_AllenOh Dec 27 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A2: Always look for the person that raises the level. I will call people out and if others respond, there's a chance. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachArthur71 Dec 27 @ 9:27 PM EST
    Still occasionally pull it out and read certain chapters. Even read portions to our kids regarding certain topics #swarmfbchat
  • CoachJoshHadden Dec 27 @ 9:27 PM EST
    A2: We are also trying to work on a Young Men's mentor group. Most of my kids have no clue what a professional man looks like. #swarmfbchat
  • Mr_Tanner23 Dec 27 @ 9:27 PM EST
    A2:Going to vote in leadership council which will lead their off season team.Preach setting the example and modeling behaviors #SWARMFBCHAT
  • wingtcoachdon Dec 27 @ 9:27 PM EST
    You mean THE @CoachKGrabowski ? His stuff is GOLDEN! I'll check it out! #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @JustPlaySS, @dinderhees, @CoachKGrabowski, @CoachKGrabowski
  • J_E_Rogers Dec 27 @ 9:27 PM EST
    agree. People forget the best leaders are servants and willing to do the small things..kids watch coaches. #SWARMFBCHAT
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • CoachKMora Dec 27 @ 9:28 PM EST
    A2) To be a captain you must attend leadership school to learn techniques of leadership #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachRmcD60 Dec 27 @ 9:28 PM EST
    Got this from @CoachJCoon upper classman have bands with team logo each practice or workout they can give Bands to undrclassmen #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachJCoon
  • ChrisEndress1 Dec 27 @ 9:28 PM EST
    Above the Line by Urban Meyer also good on leadership #SWARMFBCHAT
    In reply to @THEdb1
  • LCGrizzlyFB Dec 27 @ 9:28 PM EST
    A2) Leaders must be hardest workers but also must inspire their peers to reach their level. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • nathanstanley Dec 27 @ 9:28 PM EST
    We have preached & tried created challenges that help develop "obstacle immunity." I love the term "anti-fragile" #SWARMFBCHAT
    In reply to @CoachBullNY
  • Coach_AllenOh Dec 27 @ 9:28 PM EST
    Do you think you can teach a follower to be a leader? #swarmfbchat
  • ocjacobmorris77 Dec 27 @ 9:28 PM EST
    A2: also everything is earned. EVERYTHING and NOTHING is given #SWARMFBCHAT
  • Mr_Tanner23 Dec 27 @ 9:29 PM EST
    A2 continued, leaders voted in must have been in the top two tiers of our commitment program (champ or winner) #swarmfbchat
  • nathanstanley Dec 27 @ 9:29 PM EST
    I love the term "anti-fragile" = I get stronger as I am put under pressure. #SWARMFBCHAT
    In reply to @CoachBullNY
  • 3anout Dec 27 @ 9:29 PM EST
    A2. Our HC meets with the seniors starting now. I'd recommend using "Lead For God's Sake" as assigned reading to the seniors. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachArthur71 Dec 27 @ 9:29 PM EST
    It's awesome. Kids will call other kids out for BCD, #swarmfbchat
    • ocjacobmorris77 Dec 27 @ 9:27 PM EST
      No BCD either. We've been selling that sense the end of the season
  • CoachOrtiz1 Dec 27 @ 9:29 PM EST
    A2 Had players we are depending on be the only guys who can communicate/motivate during weight room sessions. #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 27 @ 9:29 PM EST
    Q3: What do you do in the offseason to increase the football IQ of your players? #swarmfbchat
  • DCCoachP Dec 27 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A2: I am in a pretty unique place. Our kids are very special. All seniors are worked with in creating our atmosphere each day. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachTJones82 Dec 27 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A1) we graduated a ton of seniors and a ton of talent. So we will have to recreate to foundation with the younger group #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachGrayvold Dec 27 @ 9:30 PM EST
    Yes. Move them from the 80% to the 10% and they are a leader. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachRmcD60 Dec 27 @ 9:30 PM EST
    #SWARMFBCHAT the band has team saying on it gets younger kids to buy in and creates some team cohesion
    In reply to @CoachJCoon
  • CoachClintRider Dec 27 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A2: As coaches, it's important to lead those we see potential in. Use their natural gifts to help shape & mold them. #swarmfbchat
  • wingtcoachdon Dec 27 @ 9:30 PM EST
    He has told me about building leaders by putting the kids into positions where they NEEDED to lead. 👍 #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachBehnfeldt
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 27 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A3: LC says: a smart player is a confident player. Football IQ is no longer a given - some kids don't even watch FB on TV. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachGrayvold Dec 27 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A3: WATCH FOOTBALL. Nothing better than watching the sport at the highest level. Especially watch your position! #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachDShack Dec 27 @ 9:30 PM EST
    #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @J_E_Rogers, @CoachKelleyAHS
  • CoachRmcD60 Dec 27 @ 9:31 PM EST
    Video quizzes from @JustPlaySS to help build understanding of scheme and football IQ #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @JustPlaySS
  • CoachOrtiz1 Dec 27 @ 9:31 PM EST
    A2 Our head coach forms/meets with our leadership council regularly. #swarmfbchat
  • JustPlaySS Dec 27 @ 9:31 PM EST
    Retweeted Ryan McDonald (@CoachRmcD60): Video quizzes from @JustPlaySS to help build understanding of scheme and football IQ #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachRmcD60, @JustPlaySS
  • CoachKelleyAHS Dec 27 @ 9:31 PM EST
    been wondering this a lot lately. Tempted to hold a football IQ class and go over situations or something #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @rmacblue
  • Coach_Nemeth Dec 27 @ 9:31 PM EST
    A2: @XandOLabs great article Lakes Hs teaching social and emotional curriculum throughout the year. Would love to do this! #SWARMFBCHAT
    In reply to @XandOLabs
  • CoachAltmanWM Dec 27 @ 9:32 PM EST
    This is actually a goal of mine for this offseason. #SWARMFBCHAT
    • CoachArthur71 Dec 27 @ 9:30 PM EST
      Yep. In order to be a leader you have to build trust. You build trust by creating a healthy relationship
      • J_E_Rogers Dec 27 @ 9:27 PM EST
        agree. People forget the best leaders are servants and willing to do the small things..kids watch coaches. #SWARMFBCHAT
        In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • kleintime99 Dec 27 @ 9:32 PM EST
    that is one thing we really do not do. Multi-sports and no spring ball in WI. #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @rmacblue
  • CoachJoshHadden Dec 27 @ 9:32 PM EST
    A3, part1: Well in MS, no weights class or football-only PE. Use my PE Flag Football unit to teach terminology and fundamentals #swarmfbchat
  • CoachCurran42 Dec 27 @ 9:32 PM EST
    A3: We tell them to watch football. On TV, replays, film, whatever. Just keep an eye on the game. Ask questions. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachKizer Dec 27 @ 9:32 PM EST
    A3: Watch as much football as possible. We keep kids for about 15 minutes after workout and watch film from past year. #swarmfbchat
  • Skillutt28 Dec 27 @ 9:32 PM EST
    A2. 1st offseason with new HC. Not sure what is on the agenda. Right now challenging them in weight room to see who steps up. #swarmfbchat
  • ocjacobmorris77 Dec 27 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A3: quick introduction to things. What do you do? Questions #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachJNicholas Dec 27 @ 9:33 PM EST
    7v7 is huge for us. Offensive plays a defensive coverages are installed to the majority #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @rmacblue
  • CoachKMora Dec 27 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A3) Easy answer for our QBs is to introduce/ review the R4 system for passing to simplify his reads. @CoachDubMaddox #SWARMFBCHAT
    In reply to @CoachDubMaddox
  • Coach_Urquhart Dec 27 @ 9:33 PM EST
    Q3) We will start weekly position meetings when we get back. Board work and film breakdown. Teach them to watch film like we do #SWARMFBCHAT
  • 3anout Dec 27 @ 9:33 PM EST
    I think that it can be learned. It isn't taught until it's learned. Everyone leads in some capacity. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachArthur71 Dec 27 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A3: before the '14 season we did Football 101 with kids. Simple things that we as coaches take for granted,went 12-1 that year #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachBehnfeldt Dec 27 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A3: It's hard with multi sport athletes, but closer to summer start sending out installs on HUDL and meet to discuss schemes #swarmfbchat
  • CoachJoshHadden Dec 27 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A3, part 2: Encourage them to watch as much Football as possible and offer film after off-season conditioning sessions. #swarmfbchat
  • DCcoachV Dec 27 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A3) want to get kids in team room to watch film with me. Stress watching the game! Im amazed at the lack of 🏈 IQ esp on varsity #SWARMFBCHAT
  • B_Wise59 Dec 27 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A3: it all starts with me, the higher my IQ, the more I can prepare them for games. Encourage them to watch football/film #swarmfbchat
  • CoachTWill22 Dec 27 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A3: have position meetings once a week. Install scheme, set expectations, review film. HUGE pry of the learning process. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • zachdavis24 Dec 27 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A3) most of our guys play another sport but when we get most of them, we use some whiteboard time to go over football IQ. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachClintRider Dec 27 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A3: Go play other sports. Our quickest learners play 2-3 sports. Otherwise, 7-on-7, team camp. "Make them spit it back to you." #swarmfbchat
  • CoachGrayvold Dec 27 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A3: Make it fun for kids though. Talk to them about football, don't make things mandatory. THIS GAME IS SUPPOSED TO BE FUN! #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachDShack Dec 27 @ 9:34 PM EST
    Watch gamefilm and talk through key parts in detail. Dudes love to do Kahoot quizzes. Makes 🏈 IQ class fun and competitive #swarmfbchat
  • CoachArthur71 Dec 27 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A3 contd: didn't do it past 2 years and haven't been as successful since. Going to find time to do again . #swarmfbchat
  • CarsonRileyDad Dec 27 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A3: Have a lot already with pretty good fball IQ, but we strengthen thru film study, drill work, discussions #swarmfbchat
  • JustPlaySS Dec 27 @ 9:34 PM EST
    hold classes at any time with Just Play. Push content in every way a player can learn to their mobile devices #SWARMFBCHAT
    In reply to @CoachKelleyAHS
  • BenClubb32 Dec 27 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A3: tons of football to watch during the offseason. Best thing to do is watch football, watch the scheme and your position #swarmfbchat
  • CoachMcConville Dec 27 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A3 Football Friday's in starting in March/April to just talk football with whoever wants to show. Bring pizza! #swarmfbchat
  • JeremyKirt Dec 27 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A3: I want to create a game night(ps/xbox)and just watch student athletes play it tells you a lot about them and their fball iq #swarmfbchat
  • ocjacobmorris77 Dec 27 @ 9:34 PM EST
    #swarmfbchat or learn everything from Madden
    In reply to @rmacblue
  • giveawaycayax Dec 27 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A3: it all starts with me, the higher my IQ, the more I can prepare them for games. Encourage them to watch football/film #swarmfbchat
  • jpoth744 Dec 27 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A3: Nothing in Texas. If we can't get stronger and faster then IQ doesn't do much good. Spring ball we get some done. #swarmfbchat
  • Coach_AllenOh Dec 27 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A3: We watch football. I show them colleges run the same scheme as we do. Understand better when a stud athlete is doing it #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 27 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A3: we use the quiz and video software through @JustPlaySS Great tool for teaching and increasing IQ #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @JustPlaySS
  • CoachArthur71 Dec 27 @ 9:35 PM EST
    We started with simple personnel groupings and what formations you can see out of them . Moved to run game, then pass concepts #SWARMFBCHAT
  • Mr_Tanner23 Dec 27 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A3 I do an exercise called "crazy talk", ask situational ?s to my qbs and lbs.We do it in wt room, during lunch,between class #SWARMFBCHAT
  • wingtcoachdon Dec 27 @ 9:35 PM EST
    Now this sounds fantastic to me. Don't watch for your highlights, but watch to critique, and improve. #swarmfbchat
    • Coach_Urquhart Dec 27 @ 9:33 PM EST
      Q3) We will start weekly position meetings when we get back. Board work and film breakdown. Teach them to watch film like we do #SWARMFBCHAT
  • cecilraycossey Dec 27 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A3. Rules based chalk talk & video intertwined. Install multifront 1 run & 1 pass concept per week. Film & football every Wed. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • jpoth744 Dec 27 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A3: Run the ring in the spring! That will get the IQ up! #swarmfbchat
  • CoachKizer Dec 27 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A3: more we get in offseason we spend 1 day a week on football 101 just going over tibbits that are small but have huge results #swarmfbchat
  • Coach_AllenOh Dec 27 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A3:I am going to try a qb academy that Todd Dodge has talked about at clinics. Maybe we can do position specific academies #swarmfbchat
  • 3anout Dec 27 @ 9:35 PM EST
    Q3. I love this question. Tacit football knowledge! I make cuts from Hudl and embed questions in text boxes. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • J_E_Rogers Dec 27 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A3) Will talk football with them about our last yr games and any games they watched. Even talk about ideas I'm thinking about. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • coachadkisson Dec 27 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A3. Talk to them about why we do things the way we do (blocking, read coverages, align vs a formation) #swarmfbchat
  • jpoth744 Dec 27 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A3: Dominate every workout! That will get the IQ up! #swarmfbchat
  • CoachBehnfeldt Dec 27 @ 9:36 PM EST
    A3: also watch football, especially last year's film and look for good/bad things in our games. Evaluate yourself and position #swarmfbchat
  • DrIronstein Dec 27 @ 9:36 PM EST
    A2) I like to create accountability teams in off-season with a points system encompassing; grades, other sports, training etc. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • Z_QUEZ Dec 27 @ 9:36 PM EST
    A3: Last school I was at we had a new DC take over on the offseason & our kids didn't know the game before. #swarmfbchat
  • coachwash29 Dec 27 @ 9:36 PM EST
    Been making my returners draw up different plays we ran from the year before. Also going over basic FB terminology #SWARMFBCHAT
    In reply to @rmacblue
  • 3anout Dec 27 @ 9:36 PM EST
    Q3. Building relationships is #1 right now. Building football knowledge comes later, but both come from face to face time #SWARMFBCHAT
  • wingtcoachdon Dec 27 @ 9:37 PM EST
    Even when some can't be there, some can. If you wait on everybody, everybody is behind. Capitalism there? 😁 #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachBehnfeldt
  • CoachArthur71 Dec 27 @ 9:37 PM EST
    Then moved to how WE defend each offensive concept and formation. Kids were talking ball with us like coaches at the end #SWARMFBCHAT
  • BenClubb32 Dec 27 @ 9:37 PM EST
    sad. Simply watching a game teaches so much. I tell my LBs to watch how Lbs come downhill, drop, and read #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @rmacblue
  • ocjacobmorris77 Dec 27 @ 9:37 PM EST
    #swarmfbchat Madden is why they don't understand the coin toss
    In reply to @rmacblue
  • Z_QUEZ Dec 27 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A3: cont. So every week up until spring we meet as a team once a week and we broke down every little detail to playing D. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachOrtiz1 Dec 27 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A3 We have positional meeting as we get closer to spring ball. Talk football IQ, drills, resonsibilities. Focus on strength 1st #swarmfbchat
  • CoachMocahbee Dec 27 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A3 main goal: each player athlete have their own notebook 4 notes during any fb talk, should help remember and study the game. #swarmfbchat
  • Mdukes37 Dec 27 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A3 install on board all concepts, allows time for discussion on the why we teach concepts and adds/adjustments where necessary #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 27 @ 9:39 PM EST
    Gotta teach our kids HOW to watch film - you're not watching a game of highlights... #swarmfbchat
  • Skillutt28 Dec 27 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A3. Pushed more of the "why" to our kids the past 2 seasons. Paid off. Will continue that in the summer sessions. #swarmfbchat
  • ocjacobmorris77 Dec 27 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A3: we do teach them a lot of wing-t since we face it so much and have to run it in scout. Hell I think our kids could run it #SWARMFBCHAT
  • wingtcoachdon Dec 27 @ 9:39 PM EST
    Holy Kahoot! We gots sum educators up in here! (Smart call on Kahoot, boss) #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachDShack
  • 3anout Dec 27 @ 9:40 PM EST
    A3. Kids play because it's fun. They need to see the joy of the game in the coaches. Coaches are the direct link to the game. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachACraig Dec 27 @ 9:40 PM EST
    A1: culture has to be something that is entrenched not just in a program, but in programs! #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachClintRider Dec 27 @ 9:40 PM EST
    It'd be nice to do off-season meetings, but 85% of our guys are in a sport right now. W. Room is all we got til summer. #swarmfbchat
  • JeremyKirt Dec 27 @ 9:40 PM EST
    A3: watching cut-ups of previous year periodically of situations has worked with returning kids #swarmfbchat
  • CoachMac5 Dec 27 @ 9:40 PM EST
    Q3: not a lot, want kids playing multiple sports and focusing on competing in everything they do! Occasional hudl cutups. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachDShack Dec 27 @ 9:41 PM EST
    @ @wingtcoachdon whether it's football or Literatuee Arts, you can never go wrong with a solid @GetKahoot session! #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @wingtcoachdon, @GetKahoot
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 27 @ 9:41 PM EST
    Q4: What do you do in the offseason that utilizes pairing up players or team events to build culture/trust? #swarmfbchat
  • CoachMac5 Dec 27 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A3: not a lot, want kids playing multiple sports and focusing on competing in everything they do! Occasional hudl cutups. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachTWill22 Dec 27 @ 9:41 PM EST
    @rmacblue did it the year I was an OC/QB coach. Even had MS QBs come in. Will do it again if im ever an OC. #SWARMFBCHAT
    In reply to @Coach_AllenOh, @rmacblue
  • 3anout Dec 27 @ 9:42 PM EST
    We have a checklist for the weekly game plan. We ask our off season questions based off of these questions. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • ocjacobmorris77 Dec 27 @ 9:42 PM EST
    #SWARMFBCHAT checkout @CoachKGrabowski flipped coaching article. It has a lot of free/cheap options
    In reply to @wingtcoachdon, @CoachDShack, @CoachKGrabowski
  • CoachJoshHadden Dec 27 @ 9:42 PM EST
    Y'all are talking about all this technology in the classroom and my district banned cell phones 🤔 #swarmfbchat
  • CoachArthur71 Dec 27 @ 9:42 PM EST
    We group by position groups. Trying to figure out ways to create competition in class. #swarmfbchat
  • DCCoachP Dec 27 @ 9:42 PM EST
    Working at least once a week with position groups on how to watch film as well. Get them to understand scheme and fit #SWARMFBCHAT
  • wingtcoachdon Dec 27 @ 9:43 PM EST
    @CoachCastner Time for your to jump in here! #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachCastner
  • CoachACraig Dec 27 @ 9:43 PM EST
    Aaron Craig|Asst. Coach| Junction City HS, KS. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachRmcD60 Dec 27 @ 9:43 PM EST
    Team competition and pair up upper and younger classman In weight room #swarmfbchat
  • 3anout Dec 27 @ 9:43 PM EST
    A3. We work on identifying strength and our basic checks vs personnel groupings and formations. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachBehnfeldt Dec 27 @ 9:43 PM EST
    A4: new this year is switching up lift partners after a few weeks, also workout finishers that build leadership/culture #swarmfbchat
  • Coach_AllenOh Dec 27 @ 9:43 PM EST
    A4: Pair up lifting partners that can push each other. An off season long competition system. Hard with small school for comp. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachKizer Dec 27 @ 9:43 PM EST
    A4: One thing we do is pair hard workers with kids that need pushing and have potential to be factors for us. Helps development #swarmfbchat
  • CarsonRileyDad Dec 27 @ 9:43 PM EST
    A4: Pair up high level workers with mid level workers. Have 7-12 grade work out together in order to build program camaraderie #swarmfbchat
  • wingtcoachdon Dec 27 @ 9:43 PM EST
    @CoachCastner Time for you to jump in on this! #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachCastner
  • JustPlaySS Dec 27 @ 9:43 PM EST
    check out the video at this link https://t.co/ISpBzlPBw3 #SWARMFBCHAT
    In reply to @_Coach_O, @rmacblue
  • ocjacobmorris77 Dec 27 @ 9:43 PM EST
    A4: part of the way through players draft teams & they compete #SWARMFBCHAT
  • DCcoachV Dec 27 @ 9:44 PM EST
    A4) Looking for ideas here. Interested in what others are doing! #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachOrtiz1 Dec 27 @ 9:44 PM EST
    A4 This off-season I am going to let our leaders lead the plate burnout session at the end of our workouts. #swarmfbchat
  • coachvint Dec 27 @ 9:44 PM EST
    The best way to build relationships is spending time with your players away from football. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachMocahbee Dec 27 @ 9:44 PM EST
    A4 community service, it's a great way to build a strong bond between players and get the community behind the program. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachDShack Dec 27 @ 9:44 PM EST
    A4: as my man @i_w_o_r_k would say: "WORK!" #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @i_w_o_r_k
  • CoachClintRider Dec 27 @ 9:44 PM EST
    A4: Summer team competitions once a week with daily points for attendance. Winning team gets a reward to start the season. #swarmfbchat
  • ocjacobmorris77 Dec 27 @ 9:45 PM EST
    #swarmfbchat they do it at home and you get the results flipped classroom or flipped coaching lots of options
    In reply to @CoachJoshHadden
  • CoachBehnfeldt Dec 27 @ 9:45 PM EST
    A4: also during the summer, might stagger our lifting times and do it by personnel groups to promote unit pride/brotherhood #swarmfbchat
  • 3anout Dec 27 @ 9:45 PM EST
    A3. I'd like to have a "Bowl Party" at a senior-to-he's house just so we can have informal team time and be able to talk ball. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachJoshHadden Dec 27 @ 9:45 PM EST
    A4: Looking for ideas for this. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachTWill22 Dec 27 @ 9:45 PM EST
    A4: They all see each other work in the weight room. The way they work, can't help but trust each other. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachClintRider Dec 27 @ 9:45 PM EST
    A4: By far the best thing we do is Boot Camp. Talk about everyone needing to work together. Best thing we do. #swarmfbchat
  • DCCoachP Dec 27 @ 9:45 PM EST
    A4: Group events to build culture. One thing we did was lift one day at a Veteran owned and run gym. Exp. was incredible #SWARMFBCHAT
  • coachwash29 Dec 27 @ 9:45 PM EST
    A3) I show my kids highlights of NFL/NCAA players that resemble their playing style and have them tell me similarities/diff #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHays13 Dec 27 @ 9:46 PM EST
    A4: we have a monthly team night, ufc fight at coaches house, buffet, wing night, movie night, Christmas caroling. #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @rmacblue
  • Mr_Tanner23 Dec 27 @ 9:46 PM EST
    A3 continued,we did position specific practices during our 3week prac. pd..paid off this year. School records on O&D this year #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachClintRider Dec 27 @ 9:46 PM EST
    A4: Really believe that seeing your brother put in the work in the weight room & on the track is the best way to build trust. #swarmfbchat
  • jpoth744 Dec 27 @ 9:46 PM EST
    A4: Pair up by position. 4th Quarter competition at end. Held accountable to expectations that have been set! Work hard 2 goals #swarmfbchat
  • CoachArthur71 Dec 27 @ 9:47 PM EST
    Question: when pairing teams or groups for competition, what do you use a reward/motivation to win? #swarmfbchat
  • wingtcoachdon Dec 27 @ 9:47 PM EST
    Some of the best work I've EVER seen in the weight room has been those plate workouts. @StrattonJosh @WCFBCoach #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachOrtiz1, @StrattonJosh, @WCFBCoach
  • JasonConley20 Dec 27 @ 9:47 PM EST
    A4: create small groups for workout competitions and pushing each other as far as attendance and effort goes. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachDShack Dec 27 @ 9:47 PM EST
    A4: we do a "Remember the Titans" overnight camp where the players draft teams and we have various competitions, skits, etc. #swarmfbchat
  • Z_QUEZ Dec 27 @ 9:47 PM EST
    A4 Something I want 2 do is comm. service projects, teaches kids to be selfless & how they can use their role in a positive way #swarmfbchat
  • CoachACraig Dec 27 @ 9:47 PM EST
    A2: I feel volunteering and community service projects help build leaders or help develop leadership qualities. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • Coach__French Dec 27 @ 9:47 PM EST
    A2: Our Winter Warrior program helps to transition guys into leadership roles, they find out quickly the Seniors are gone now #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachGrayvold Dec 27 @ 9:47 PM EST
    #SWARMFBCHAT Here's a clip to show your kids! Never give up!
    • CoachGrayvold Dec 22 @ 4:23 PM EST
      Florida defense showing why NEVER to give up on a play! Rally fast, great hit, pick up the country fumble for a scoop n score. #All22Daily
  • Coach_Urquhart Dec 27 @ 9:48 PM EST
    Q4) Draft platoons. Kids compete in everything from workouts,grades,attendance at school events..etc #SWARMFBCHAT
  • 3anout Dec 27 @ 9:48 PM EST
    A3. I'm working on "Gamifying" the off-season to keep it fresh. We work on pursuit, fits, tracking and tackling w/o pads. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • coachadkisson Dec 27 @ 9:48 PM EST
    host a O-Line Pool Party during summer. Cook hot dogs & anything else we can eat. They do a Dive Comp. Kids look forward to it #swarmfbchat
  • ocjacobmorris77 Dec 27 @ 9:48 PM EST
    @rmacblue #swarmfbchat winners run bc they deserve to get better that's a Harbaugh thing. Pizza, Gatorade other options
    In reply to @CoachArthur71, @rmacblue
  • Skillutt28 Dec 27 @ 9:49 PM EST
    A4. Majority of athletes in 1st hour together pushing each other. Also Encourage them to watch teammates playing other sports. #swarmfbchat
  • coachaubry Dec 27 @ 9:49 PM EST
    A1 Culture is not a program, curriculum, or class. The culture of your program is the vision and philosophy of the HC. #swarmfbchat
  • 3anout Dec 27 @ 9:49 PM EST
    Absolutely. MUST coach the rules. #SWARMFBCHAT
    • cecilraycossey Dec 27 @ 9:35 PM EST
      A3. Rules based chalk talk & video intertwined. Install multifront 1 run & 1 pass concept per week. Film & football every Wed. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • Coach_AllenOh Dec 27 @ 9:49 PM EST
    a4: Just read a book to let players decide on their motto or creed and what it means. Than you make it visible and promote it #swarmfbchat
  • CoachArthur71 Dec 27 @ 9:49 PM EST
    Rewards? #swarmfbchat
    • Coach_Urquhart Dec 27 @ 9:48 PM EST
      Q4) Draft platoons. Kids compete in everything from workouts,grades,attendance at school events..etc #SWARMFBCHAT
  • JasonConley20 Dec 27 @ 9:49 PM EST
    @CoachDShack This is awesome!! #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachDShack
    • CoachDShack Dec 27 @ 9:47 PM EST
      A4: we do a "Remember the Titans" overnight camp where the players draft teams and we have various competitions, skits, etc. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachArthur71 Dec 27 @ 9:50 PM EST
    What are rewards/motivation #swarmfbchat
    • JasonConley20 Dec 27 @ 9:47 PM EST
      A4: create small groups for workout competitions and pushing each other as far as attendance and effort goes. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • wingtcoachdon Dec 27 @ 9:50 PM EST
    Yes,and even beyond stale when their is mutually-shared laziness. Gotta be with ANYONE who'll push you! #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachBehnfeldt
  • CoachClintRider Dec 27 @ 9:50 PM EST
    #swarmfbchat Our guys camped out couple nights before boot camp before we had to run'em off for liability reasons. Great chemistry.
  • Mr_Tanner23 Dec 27 @ 9:50 PM EST
    A4 Commitment Program- players drafted by team leaders, points awarded from wt room,GPA,comm. serv.,school discipline #swarmfbchat
  • coachvint Dec 27 @ 9:51 PM EST
    One of the greatest tools is group accountability. Everyone pays for the mistakes of one. They learn to play for their teammate #SWARMFBCHAT
  • ocjacobmorris77 Dec 27 @ 9:51 PM EST
    #SWARMFBCHAT also find the Pat vs Den were the guy goes 99yds and strips the ball. OSU vs UM Clarrett striping Taylor
    In reply to @CoachGrayvold
  • coachaubry Dec 27 @ 9:51 PM EST
    A1 cont. The assistant coaches and players and admin and parents and boosters must buy in to Vision and philosophy of the HC. #swarmfbchat
  • dinderhees Dec 27 @ 9:51 PM EST
    we do something similar really great idea had a lot of success with it best part of the year #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachDShack
  • CoachDShack Dec 27 @ 9:51 PM EST
    the skits are relentless & piss in your pants funny #swarmfbchat coaches r involved 2. Some of the best memories as a coach.
    In reply to @JasonConley20
  • Mr_Tanner23 Dec 27 @ 9:52 PM EST
    A4 cont. points also awarded from other sports participation. Teaches self accountability and peer accountability #swarmfbchat
  • CoachGrayvold Dec 27 @ 9:52 PM EST
    #SWARMFBCHAT you'll like this also! PHYSICAL!
    • CoachGrayvold Dec 18 @ 11:54 AM EST
      Here's what happens when your QB doesn't see the backside low zone dropper on a crossing route. "Legion of Boom" edition. #All22Daily
  • ocjacobmorris77 Dec 27 @ 9:52 PM EST
    #SWARMFBCHAT this this this
    • Coach_Urquhart Dec 27 @ 9:48 PM EST
      Q4) Draft platoons. Kids compete in everything from workouts,grades,attendance at school events..etc #SWARMFBCHAT
  • coachaubry Dec 27 @ 9:52 PM EST
    A1 cont. Then you have a Culture. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachArthur71 Dec 27 @ 9:52 PM EST
    I've used 1st choice of lockers (we kick them out after every season), 1 dibs on equipment before spring practice #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachClintRider Dec 27 @ 9:52 PM EST
    Alignment from the top down. Love it. #swarmfbchat
    • coachaubry Dec 27 @ 9:51 PM EST
      A1 cont. The assistant coaches and players and admin and parents and boosters must buy in to Vision and philosophy of the HC. #swarmfbchat
  • wingtcoachdon Dec 27 @ 9:53 PM EST
    Brother, I agree. What's YOUR method of "selling" it? Just curious. I want to get kids who wouldn't normally do it #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachACraig
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 27 @ 9:53 PM EST
    Q5: How do you choose captains? Coaches only/players only/combo? #swarmfbchat
  • CoachACraig Dec 27 @ 9:53 PM EST
    A3: Position group teaching w/film, sideline/end zone w/prepared notes, provides players the chance to learn together. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachDShack Dec 27 @ 9:53 PM EST
    100% awesome 4 team building, competing, & fun. We've had karaoke, dance contest, and lip sync battles. Classic. #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @dinderhees
  • JasonConley20 Dec 27 @ 9:53 PM EST
    We had weekly rewards such as drinks, food, candy, t shirts. Just enough for the kids to get excited each week. #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachArthur71
  • 3anout Dec 27 @ 9:53 PM EST
    A3. A goal of mine is to listen to the players more. "I don't care what you think,I must learn what you know" -Woody Hayes- #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachJNicholas Dec 27 @ 9:53 PM EST
    Pats vs Den is an interception where Ben Coates chases down the DB and knocks him out at the 1 #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @ocjacobmorris77, @CoachGrayvold
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 27 @ 9:54 PM EST
    A5: LC: If coaches get involved in a player-led captain selection, you will NEVER get their trust again. Let them handle it. #swarmfbchat
  • kleintime99 Dec 27 @ 9:54 PM EST
    q5 the HC does it in our program. #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @rmacblue
  • DCCoachP Dec 27 @ 9:54 PM EST
    A5: Players choose. Kids get 3 for the year. Coaches pick 1 per week. Kids usually get it right. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • coachvint Dec 27 @ 9:54 PM EST
    Players should choose leaders. They will vote for who they will follow. It's up to us to develop them. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachKizer Dec 27 @ 9:54 PM EST
    A5: Used to do player vote but looking to change that process. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachBehnfeldt Dec 27 @ 9:55 PM EST
    A5: I think it's a combo. Coaches and Players see things differently and are aware of things that the other doesn't. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachTWill22 Dec 27 @ 9:55 PM EST
    A5: Players only. It's a big deal for us. They haven't missed yet. They understand what it means for our program. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CarsonRileyDad Dec 27 @ 9:55 PM EST
    A5)Last 2 yrs players have voted prior to 1st game for Team Captains. These captains will meet with coaches once a week #swarmfbchat
  • CoachJoshHadden Dec 27 @ 9:55 PM EST
    A5: Each coach gets a selection #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachCurran42 Dec 27 @ 9:55 PM EST
    A5: The programs I've been a part of have all done different things. I've seen coaches choose them and I've seen players vote. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachRmcD60 Dec 27 @ 9:55 PM EST
    A5 kids vote coaches get final pick #swarmfbchat
  • JasonConley20 Dec 27 @ 9:55 PM EST
    Do you practice/ condition early, then do the skits in the evening? Had to have been great for the kids. #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachDShack
  • 3anout Dec 27 @ 9:55 PM EST
    I love Kahoot! So do the players! #SWARMFBCHAT
  • BenClubb32 Dec 27 @ 9:55 PM EST
    A5: Players only #swarmfbchat
  • CoachDShack Dec 27 @ 9:56 PM EST
    did that once.. works well. If the culture is right, the kids will pick the right captains. #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @DCCoachP
  • CoachBehnfeldt Dec 27 @ 9:56 PM EST
    A5: (cont) Coaches have ultimate say but use players choices as input to their decisions #swarmfbchat
  • DCcoachV Dec 27 @ 9:56 PM EST
    A5) Has always been a HC thing. I would like to change that and let the players pick the captains. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • ocjacobmorris77 Dec 27 @ 9:56 PM EST
    A5: they raise to the top. If not then they ain't captains and we got problems #SWARMFBCHAT
  • Skillutt28 Dec 27 @ 9:56 PM EST
    A5. Pick SR captains weekly. Based on last week performance, work ethic on/off field, & their ability to have others follow. #swarmfbchat
  • benglidewell Dec 27 @ 9:56 PM EST
    Players vote for who they see as team leaders Wednesday week 1 #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachClintRider Dec 27 @ 9:56 PM EST
    Only players that make 90% of summer weights can be a captain. Players vote. Coaches break ties. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachCurran42 Dec 27 @ 9:56 PM EST
    A5: Cont'd... I'd like to do a week by week captain where they have to EARN it to be that weeks' captain. #swarmfbchat
  • Coach_AllenOh Dec 27 @ 9:57 PM EST
    A5: Players choose. They elect who they want to follow. Can't force them to follow a certain player #swarmfbchat
  • Coach_Urquhart Dec 27 @ 9:57 PM EST
    Q5) Captains are voted on by the entire team. Coaches also get a vote. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • 3anout Dec 27 @ 9:57 PM EST
    Q4. We've done "Big brother-Little brother" pairings. We do a team competition. Positional dinners out. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • CoachGrayvold Dec 27 @ 9:57 PM EST
    #SWARMFBCHAT Another one you might like! Pressure kills plays!
    • CoachGrayvold Dec 17 @ 1:49 PM EST
      2 things to see here: 1) DT's with great penetration = play killer 2) LB with great instincts. See the gap, shoot the gap! #All22Daily
  • ocjacobmorris77 Dec 27 @ 9:57 PM EST
    #swarmfbchat thank you! Also there is Bama when Teague chases down a WR and strips it. UT this year
    In reply to @CoachJNicholas, @CoachGrayvold
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 27 @ 9:58 PM EST
    Coaches - what an awesome night! Thanks for making this the most involved chat we've ever had! #swarmfbchat
  • CoachBehnfeldt Dec 27 @ 9:58 PM EST
    A5: we would do weekly senior captains for those that are not the main captains on team #swarmfbchat
  • CodyCaseNoSpace Dec 27 @ 9:58 PM EST
    We do that. We take the 4 players who worked hardest in practice. #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachCurran42
  • CoachOrtiz1 Dec 27 @ 9:58 PM EST
    A5 one of my jobs we had players write papers on why they want to be a captain & what they will do for their team if selected #swarmfbchat
  • coachmikerowe Dec 27 @ 9:58 PM EST
    A5: Players choose. They know who works hard and who fakes it. Every year the kids pick the same way I would have. #swarmfbchat
  • BenClubb32 Dec 27 @ 9:58 PM EST
    exactly my thoughts. Those who are selected also have a sense in pride when they are looked to as leaders #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @Coach_AllenOh
  • CoachACraig Dec 27 @ 9:58 PM EST
    A4: Any activity that can create realistic opportunities for trust to be developed is good. They can even be scheduled. #SWARMFBCHAT
  • kleintime99 Dec 27 @ 9:59 PM EST
    might be time for some tshirts #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @rmacblue
  • rmacblue - Moderator Dec 27 @ 9:59 PM EST
    As Coach Carr said, be careful about allowing players to vote only to override it in the end - loses trust! #swarmfbchat