#swarmfbchat Archive

The ONLY defensive-themed chat on Twitter! Talking all things Defense and Game Planning. Tuesdays at 9pm EST.
Tuesday November 29, 2016
9:00 PM EST
  • rmacblue - Moderator Nov 29 @ 9:00 PM EST
    WELCOME COACHES - to the 2nd season of #swarmfbchat great to have you! As usual, we will start with intros! Even if you don't tweet - say HI
  • rmacblue - Moderator Nov 29 @ 9:01 PM EST
    Ryan McCartney DC Seymour HS, Indiana Just finished by 20th year - yikes! #swarmfbchat
  • CoachCurran42 Nov 29 @ 9:01 PM EST
    Bobby Curran. Co-Defensive Coordinator & LB Coach. Loyola Blakefield. Towson, MD Good to be back! #swarmfbchat
  • ColbryL Nov 29 @ 9:01 PM EST
    Colbry Lathan Assistant Football Coach Okolona High School Okolona, MS #swarmfbchat
  • CoachRmcD60 Nov 29 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Ryan McDonald OC/Ol Coach Mooresville High School Mooresville In #swarmfbchat
  • CoachTWill22 Nov 29 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Trevor Williams- DBs, South Forsyth HS, Ga. #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Nov 29 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Once the intros are done, we will use the customary Q1/A1 format - be sure to use #swarmfbchat in all tweets! Welcome back, coaches!
  • J_E_Rogers Nov 29 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Jeff Rogers, DC Armstrong HS, Plymouth MN. Let's get the party started. #swarmfbchat
  • coachdober Nov 29 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Phil Dober, DC Clements HS, Sugar Land, TX #swarmfbchat
  • DCcoachV Nov 29 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Nick Velazquez DC Orland HS, CA thanks for another year of this coach! #swarmfbchat
  • CoachPierskalla Nov 29 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Andy Pierskalla, DC, Osseo HS, Osseo, MN... excited to be back! #swarmfbchat
  • CoachArthur71 Nov 29 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Dana Arthur, Oakleaf HS, Orange Park, FL. LB Coach #swarmfbchat
  • KillenBlake Nov 29 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Blake killen Randolph School Huntsville, AL DC/LB #swarmfbchat
  • ocjacobmorris77 Nov 29 @ 9:03 PM EST
    #swarmfbchat Jacob Morris Grant Co KY
  • rmacblue - Moderator Nov 29 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Great to see some old friends coming back for our 2nd go-round with #swarmfbchat
  • nathanstanley Nov 29 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Nathan Stanley HFC Redmond, OR #swarmfbchat
  • CoachJoshHadden Nov 29 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Josh Hadden. Head Coach @ Aiken Middle School in Aiken, SC. This was Year 10! 8 HS Asst. and 2 Head MS #swarmfbchat
  • CoachArthur71 Nov 29 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Dana Arthur, Oakleaf HS, Orange Park, FL , DC/LB Coach #swarmfbchat
  • coach_u87 Nov 29 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Coach Urgelles Midway High School. Waco TX #swarmfbchat
  • zachdavis24 Nov 29 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Zach Davis HFC Riverside High School.. WEST BY GOD #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Nov 29 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Q1 is coming up in 2 minutes - keep on checking in - great to see you all. #swarmfbchat
  • PigSkinCoach Nov 29 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Greg Wallis Tuttle, okla #swarmfbchat
  • coachdewayneacu Nov 29 @ 9:05 PM EST
    DeWayne Thompson Arizona Christian University Safeties Coach and Ryan's BFF #swarmfbchat
  • Skillutt28 Nov 29 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Jeff Lutt, Co-DC & GBLB Coach. Great Bend High School, Great Bend, KS. #swarmfbchat
  • SSHS_CoachCoons Nov 29 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Jon Coons DC LB/WR Coach at Saratoga Springs High School Saratoga Springs NY #swarmfbchat
  • Coach_CTyson Nov 29 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Coach Cantrell Tyson Marion County High (AL) #swarmfbchat
  • CoachJohnson4MC Nov 29 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Scott Johnson sophomore QB/OC at Mt. Carmel HS... coach dline a little too #swarmfbchat
  • CoachMHochard Nov 29 @ 9:08 PM EST
    @rmacblue Miles Hochard. DE coach. The Pembroke Hill School KCMO #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @rmacblue
  • CoachHays13 Nov 29 @ 9:08 PM EST
    New to this , but Daran Hays HBC North Marion High School in West Virginia 8 years HC 3 Asst 2 Jr high #swarmfbchat
  • CoachDuda Nov 29 @ 9:08 PM EST
    Alex Duda, DL Coach - Dearborn HS (Dearborn, MI) #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Nov 29 @ 9:08 PM EST
    Q1: What did you guys implement last season that you liked? Was it during practice/pre/post? Let's share some good stuff first #swarmfbchat
  • CoachMHochard Nov 29 @ 9:09 PM EST
    A1 we put in an "attack" 5 front. I'm writing and article now for XO labs. Idea was to cause negative plays. #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @rmacblue
  • CoachArthur71 Nov 29 @ 9:09 PM EST
    A1: True 0 Coverage. Also been a quarters team. Always played catch man in RZ. Implemented mid-season #swarmfbchat
    • rmacblue - Moderator Nov 29 @ 9:08 PM EST
      Q1: What did you guys implement last season that you liked? Was it during practice/pre/post? Let's share some good stuff first #swarmfbchat
  • coachrothar Nov 29 @ 9:09 PM EST
    Russ Rothar DC Heritage HS, Palm Bay, Florida #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Nov 29 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1: One thing that we did was a CONVOY drill - first thing - focus on takeaways and scoring as a UNIT - fast paced/energy. #swarmfbchat
  • honeycutt_cody Nov 29 @ 9:10 PM EST
    Cody Honeycutt. Greenwood High School. #swarmfbchat
  • zachdavis24 Nov 29 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1) Turnover circuit was every Tuesday. Did an actual circuit, not just in Indy. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachArthur71 Nov 29 @ 9:10 PM EST
    would love to read and talk more about this #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachMHochard, @rmacblue
  • ocjacobmorris77 Nov 29 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1:switched to the 46 and we got better each week #swarmfbchat
  • CoachRmcD60 Nov 29 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1 A true Zone Blitz Package blitzing from all over the place #swarmfbchat
  • 3anout Nov 29 @ 9:11 PM EST
    Richard Fong. DC at Oaks Christian in So. Cal. #swarmfbchat
  • KillenBlake Nov 29 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A:1 We bought 2 tackle wheels. Used them everyday during our tackle circuit, I thought it really helped us improve #swarmfbchat
  • coachdober Nov 29 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1: first time having a lot of 2-way kids in a while so tried to work in as much time to prepare the 2s in practice as possible #swarmfbchat
  • CoachArthur71 Nov 29 @ 9:11 PM EST
    Did the same "Takeaway Tuesday" emphasized it! Led Jax Area with 29 in 10 games #swarmfbchat
  • Coach_CTyson Nov 29 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1) We had an overtime period. Split team up evenly. And guys really got after it! Didnt do until final week tho #swarmfbchat
  • nathanstanley Nov 29 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1 We built in a 5min specialist period where everyone else worked ball security. Had tons of strips 2nd half of the season. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachPierskalla Nov 29 @ 9:12 PM EST
    We did swarm Tuesday's (everyone to ball 1st whistle stops rb 2nd whistle stops the d) and turnover Wednesday's #swarmfbchat
  • J_E_Rogers Nov 29 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1: we incorporate a team pursuit D vs our O got lot out of it. Made our pursuit fast pace and brought mental with it. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachMHochard Nov 29 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A1 we also did a turnover circuit and shed the block circuit. TO on tuesdays, she's the block Wednesday #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @rmacblue
  • SSHS_CoachCoons Nov 29 @ 9:13 PM EST
    Q1: During practice preparing for a team that loved to crack block we played a 4-4 and the OLB's turned their backs to #2 WR #swarmfbchat
  • coachrothar Nov 29 @ 9:13 PM EST
    Hudl sideline was something added but then blitz of the week named after the team we played and players loved it #swarmfbchat
  • CoachDuda Nov 29 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A1: Blind Drill. The OL/DL are in a fit position. The DL has Towel over face. OL Reaches DL to a side. DL Feels Fights & Sheds. #swarmfbchat
  • nathanstanley Nov 29 @ 9:13 PM EST
    #swarmfbchat We did this in addition to our specialist period. Huge for us.
    In reply to @zachdavis24
  • rmacblue - Moderator Nov 29 @ 9:14 PM EST
    Great stuff fellas - you are making me work tonight! #swarmfbchat
  • CoachJoshHadden Nov 29 @ 9:14 PM EST
    A1: Pursuit drills as part of conditioning. Rapid fire with groups. #swarmfbchat
  • KillenBlake Nov 29 @ 9:14 PM EST
    @zachdavis24 we have forced 47 the last two years. We do a circuit twice a week #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachArthur71, @zachdavis24
  • CoachTWill22 Nov 29 @ 9:14 PM EST
    A1: put a take away target # on each day. #swarmfbchat
  • Coach_JGill Nov 29 @ 9:14 PM EST
    A1. Progressive tackle circuit taught to entire team. Improved "Perfect Practice" Thursday script, more 1 high looks. #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @rmacblue
  • Skillutt28 Nov 29 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A1: We platoon, so we added a 10-15 min period on Tues & Weds were 1s were the scout team for the Off & Def. Gave faster looks #swarmfbchat
  • 3anout Nov 29 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A1. In practice, EVERYone played scouts. We ran 2 scout teams vs. 1 defense and got a bunch more reps. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachJohnson4MC Nov 29 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A1 put the focus back on playing with an attitude/chip on out shoulder and emphasized finishing everything we did #swarmfbchat
  • KillenBlake Nov 29 @ 9:15 PM EST
    coach can you expand on some shed drills you used during this circuit? #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachMHochard
  • CoachAltmanWM Nov 29 @ 9:15 PM EST
    @rmacblue great switch #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @ocjacobmorris77, @rmacblue
  • PigSkinCoach Nov 29 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A1 full out hawk tackle #swarmfbchat
  • CoachDuda Nov 29 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A1: Implemented Gator Roll Tackling technique more into practice this year. Saw HUGE results in our tackling. @J_E_Rogers #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @J_E_Rogers
  • DCcoachV Nov 29 @ 9:16 PM EST
    A1) Went exclusive cover 0 blitz. Lots of Juniors on D I couldn't run the zone blitz stuff. Went simple. Get 6 coming back tho 😈#swarmfbchat
  • CoachHays13 Nov 29 @ 9:16 PM EST
    A1: Major change in film, and more to come..Takeaway Time in addition to Tackle circuit,core and neck in PP, Script Everything! #Swarmfbchat
  • coach_u87 Nov 29 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A1 adding rabbits to pursuit drill making them aim for the near hip adjusting pursuit angles accordingly #swarmfbchat
  • CoachGumm87 Nov 29 @ 9:17 PM EST
    @CoachMcLin get in on the #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachMcLin
  • 3anout Nov 29 @ 9:18 PM EST
    A1. Made cut ups of the next day's work. Long yardage day, goal line day, etc. #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Nov 29 @ 9:18 PM EST
    Q2 is coming right up #swarmfbchat
  • SSHS_CoachCoons Nov 29 @ 9:18 PM EST
    A1: Last season we added Hawk Tackling and Hawk Roll Tackling. We became a better tackling defense. #swarmfbchat
  • coachrothar Nov 29 @ 9:19 PM EST
    We also added bring the wood award each week had an actual piece of wood that players got to carry around for the week #swarmfbchat
  • 3anout Nov 29 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A1. Made 8 ups of Hudl play cards for scouts. A lot more reps than by using a playbook. #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Nov 29 @ 9:20 PM EST
    Q2: How did you utilize your TEAM period? Minutes, scripted plays, until you were satisfied? #swarmfbchat
  • CoachjDavis44 Nov 29 @ 9:21 PM EST
    Jonathan Davis DC Eastside High School Gainesville, FL. #swarmfbchat
  • ocjacobmorris77 Nov 29 @ 9:21 PM EST
    A1: we also didn't do much team but worked run fits with tires/cans #swarmfbchat
  • CoachCurran42 Nov 29 @ 9:21 PM EST
    A2: Usually 15 minute tops depending on scout scheme and the looks we needed to see. If not quality, learn film #swarmfbchat
  • CoachMHochard Nov 29 @ 9:21 PM EST
    A2 we script plays. We find their go tos/"tricks" and adjust. Line up regular, then go through stunt/blitz packages. #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @rmacblue
  • rmacblue - Moderator Nov 29 @ 9:21 PM EST
    Q2: The longer I coach, I find scripted plays up to 20 works the best - takes about 20 minutes to run thru. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachArthur71 Nov 29 @ 9:21 PM EST
    A2: 12 plays. Reemphasize base plays, add Play Action, Screens, Draws and incorporated situations #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHays13 Nov 29 @ 9:22 PM EST
    Those of you doing Turnover Circuits I could use more options with INT's, really like what we do on Fumble progression. #Swarmfbchat
  • coachdober Nov 29 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A2: we use a segment timer so 10-15 minutes of defensive-focused team time each practice. #swarmfbchat
  • 3anout Nov 29 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A2. We run 9 minute periods and we can run team longer than 9 minutes. Script and film everything. Review and comment on film. #swarmfbchat
  • Tpeck2 Nov 29 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A2) Usually minutes, or ran stunts/blitzes/plays until 5 perfect executions. #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Nov 29 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A2: The longer I coach, I find scripted plays up to 20 works the best - takes about 20 minutes to run thru. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachArthur71 Nov 29 @ 9:22 PM EST
    We got 6 minute periods #swarmfbchat
    • CoachHays13 Nov 29 @ 9:20 PM EST
      are you 1 5min practice period?
      In reply to @zachdavis24, @CoachArthur71
  • CoachRmcD60 Nov 29 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A2 scripted plays but had situations per different period #swarmfbchat
  • coachrothar Nov 29 @ 9:22 PM EST
    Scripted plays and never got away from it. Even if last plays was giving up a long play or TD because on Friday night no redos #swarmfbchat
  • SSHS_CoachCoons Nov 29 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A2: Our team period is based on minutes and scripted plays. We will repeat plays or go a little longer if needed. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachJoshHadden Nov 29 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A2: SC has rules on length of MS practice (2 hours), so time is a factor. Scripted plays, really focus on their bread & butter #swarmfbchat
  • coachdober Nov 29 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A2: (continued) went through our opponent's top 12-18 concepts as many times as possible during def. team segment #swarmfbchat
  • CoachTWill22 Nov 29 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A2: Never satisfied. Always want more reps/ better looks. Our scouts & coaches do great work, but we always try to get better. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachjDavis44 Nov 29 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A1.) My favorite install this year was my corner blitz. Just wish we got into more situations to use it #swarmfbchat
  • zachdavis24 Nov 29 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A2) everything is scripted and usually lasted 20 minutes, 15 - 20 plays and we film it. Filming practice is CRITICAL #swarmfbchat
  • ocjacobmorris77 Nov 29 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A2: everything was Indy, or group work. TNT work 3 on 5. Skinnies worked 8 vs 6 with tires as OL #swarmfbchat
  • CoachArthur71 Nov 29 @ 9:24 PM EST
    Skell**** #swarmfbchat
    • CoachArthur71 Nov 29 @ 9:23 PM EST
      A2: we get 2 6min periods. 12 plays=12 min. Also ran 10 in inside and smell earlier in the day
  • CarsonRileyDad Nov 29 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A2: I actually don't script plays for team. At small school so OC/HC runs scout O. I give him list of formations and plays.... #swarmfbchat
  • CoachJohnson4MC Nov 29 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A2 Scripted plays focus on top runs & passes with formation recognition being a huge focus. Also worked vs random tricks plays #swarmfbchat
  • IMFB_Blog Nov 29 @ 9:24 PM EST
    Justin Dottavio. Coach guy at Willamina HS in Oregon via Florida #swarmfbchat
  • nathanstanley Nov 29 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A2 We ran two offensive scout huddles. One 11 man & one Skelly & repped the heck out of the D. #swarmfbchat
  • Coach_JGill Nov 29 @ 9:24 PM EST
    Min./script. Tues: Team Blitz, RPA, choice, Team Run/Screen. Weds: 3rd & 2,4,6,8, RZ, Tight Red. Always a situation. #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @rmacblue
  • IMFB_Blog Nov 29 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A1) I did way more 1/2 line to focus on the little things #swarmfbchat
  • 3anout Nov 29 @ 9:24 PM EST
    With the 8 ups, I give each scout a sheet of 8 plays, they run 1-4 then flip the sheet for 5-8. They tuck it in like an apron #swarmfbchat
  • CoachCurran42 Nov 29 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A2: Form rec before team helps quality. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachGinn Nov 29 @ 9:25 PM EST
    15 Min. Script in 5 min. Periods based on D & D, changes by day. #swarmfbchat
  • IMFB_Blog Nov 29 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A2) I used the script + scout cards (as the Off Coord) #swarmfbchat
  • PigSkinCoach Nov 29 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A2 we are big on personnel groupings/tendency #swarmfbchat
  • CarsonRileyDad Nov 29 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A2: ctnd- he then runs plays in random order doing their base plays more often than others, defense has to learn to adjust #swarmfbchat
  • Skillutt28 Nov 29 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A2: Team, Put together a 20-25 play script on Hudl & made our scout cards there. Took out an iPad to practice on Tues & Weds. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachPierskalla Nov 29 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A2: we try and incorporate offensive drives by their tendencies (10 mins) and make sure to blitz on air (preprac or 10 mins)#swarmfbchat
  • 3anout Nov 29 @ 9:25 PM EST
    Coach Hays, we have 2 aggressive blocks on INT. 1 on intended receiver and 2 on QB by nearest DE. Interceptor has a progression #swarmfbchat
  • CoachjDavis44 Nov 29 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A2) Team periods I like running through scripts in all situations. Going in, coming out, 2 minute etc... #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHays13 Nov 29 @ 9:26 PM EST
    20 min 12 scout cards out of 2 huddles. Inside run and skelly I put us in bad situations, team I want to build confidence #swarmfbchat
  • CoachDuda Nov 29 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A2: Team= 12-15 Scripted plays. Inside Run = 2-3 Run Plays for 10 min. Inside Run allows us to implement stunts/blitz' for Team #swarmfbchat
  • ocjacobmorris77 Nov 29 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A2: we script everything just about & focus on top 5 in Indy #swarmfbchat
  • DCcoachV Nov 29 @ 9:27 PM EST
    A2) 15 min period. Mix run/pass. 10 min with 1's 5 min with 2's. Use oppo top 5 run/pass plays and throw in trick plays #swarmfbchat
  • Skillutt28 Nov 29 @ 9:27 PM EST
    A2 cont: script was based on % of fav formations & plays over 2-3 game scout. Kids also watched on Hudl. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachCurran42 Nov 29 @ 9:27 PM EST
    I like that! #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @KillenBlake
  • CoachCurran42 Nov 29 @ 9:28 PM EST
    You have to script a failed play every now and then. Make sure they can react if the O catches us. #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Nov 29 @ 9:28 PM EST
    Yes - I love putting the D in a "negative" situation and see how they react to it. #swarmfbchat
  • ocjacobmorris77 Nov 29 @ 9:28 PM EST
    We use @CoachKGrabowski scripting package. It worked great for us #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachKGrabowski
  • J_E_Rogers Nov 29 @ 9:29 PM EST
    A2) we usually do 15-20 plays. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachArthur71 Nov 29 @ 9:29 PM EST
    We got burned on blitzes with screens early in season. Always had a screen called against a blitz #swarmfbchat
    • CoachCurran42 Nov 29 @ 9:28 PM EST
      You have to script a failed play every now and then. Make sure they can react if the O catches us. #swarmfbchat
  • 3anout Nov 29 @ 9:29 PM EST
    A2. We run a fronts and stunts period. All blitzes are on a half sheet they tuck into their belt. I call a number they run it #swarmfbchat
  • coachrothar Nov 29 @ 9:29 PM EST
    I liked to run plays and put the guys in the worse possible call #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachCurran42
  • ColbryL Nov 29 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A2: We ran the offenses formations and plays to practice our alignment and adjustments #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Nov 29 @ 9:30 PM EST
    Q3 coming up soon - great sharing tonight - you guys are on fire. Be sure to follow each other. #swarmfbchat
  • nathanstanley Nov 29 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A2 we script plays each day & try to stick to a schedule. Sometimes have to bump other per. if we couldn't get it all in. #swarmfbchat
  • J_E_Rogers Nov 29 @ 9:31 PM EST
    I blind script it by down and distance. Our DL coach gives my down and distance and I make calls. #swarmfbchat
  • 3anout Nov 29 @ 9:31 PM EST
    A2. I got a boxing timer from Everlast. We shoot for one scout play every 20 seconds. Scouts must beat e buzzer. #swarmfbchat
  • _rwilley Nov 29 @ 9:32 PM EST
    A1) sorry I am late. We installed a 6-2 with two 2gap NGs against heavy run teams. Was very effective. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachKelleyAHS Nov 29 @ 9:32 PM EST
    Zach Kelley. DC and ILB coach. WH Adamson in Dallas, TX. Sorry I'm late y'all! #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Nov 29 @ 9:32 PM EST
    Q3:Ah, the bane of HS coaching...HOW/WHEN do you utilize film - specifically practice film? Whole group/position...other? #swarmfbchat
  • nathanstanley Nov 29 @ 9:32 PM EST
    are you finding teams using same sequence of plays? #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachPierskalla
  • coachdober Nov 29 @ 9:32 PM EST
    A2: as the week progresses I go from knowing the offensive play to only knowing the formation to knowing only the personnel #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHays13 Nov 29 @ 9:34 PM EST
    If you have access to your PA system download the segment timer intervals... life saver program practice sched in it #swarmfbchat
  • CarsonRileyDad Nov 29 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A3: pre-practice Monday-Wednesday with team for about 45-60 mins. #swarmfbchat
  • zachdavis24 Nov 29 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A3) practice notes are put up on Hudl and it is more for the coaches than the players. Sometimes we watch as a group on Thurs. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachMHochard Nov 29 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A3 film for 15-30 before T/W. film from 10-11 saturday(game fixits). Heavy ST film fri. I make a PL for my pos group #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @rmacblue
  • CoachCurran42 Nov 29 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A3: Practice film goes up every night. Players are responsible for watching. We compare notes next day. #swarmfbchat
  • caprewett Nov 29 @ 9:34 PM EST
    We script 20-30 plays a day in a team period also script about 15 plays for pass skell. Repeat plays if there is an issue #swarmfbchat
  • CoachRmcD60 Nov 29 @ 9:34 PM EST
    #swarmfbchat we watch at least 10-15 a day either practice film from day before or scout film
    In reply to @rmacblue
  • CoachPierskalla Nov 29 @ 9:35 PM EST
    depends on team but helps our kids realize down and distance tendencies of oppscreens, draws, power, sweep,etc) #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @nathanstanley
  • CoachCurran42 Nov 29 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A3: Personally, HUDL becomes my homepage between July - November. #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Nov 29 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A3: Wish we had a better system; utilize Hudl and telestrate; kids watch most on own time. MUST use film better - such a tool. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachMHochard Nov 29 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A3 i make 2 weekly DE playlists. 1 is fixits from game/practice. 2 is gameplan/scheme for upcoming #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @rmacblue
  • 3anout Nov 29 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A3. I'm a tape grinder. I use film all the time. Team, fronts and stunts, D pursuit. Every day. I give awards to #1 viewer #swarmfbchat
  • Coach_JGill Nov 29 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A3. Share all film w/ players. Mon AM = Fri film. Lift/meet/film Tues/Weds AM. MUST have some player accountability. #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @rmacblue
  • SharonCoach Nov 29 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A3 Once a week with full team. Hudl has made it easier but still need an end zone camera. Any recommendations? #swarmfbchat
  • CoachArthur71 Nov 29 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A3: Film everything. Film all group stuff MANDATORY. Individual when requested from position coach to filmers #swarmfbchat
    • rmacblue - Moderator Nov 29 @ 9:32 PM EST
      Q3:Ah, the bane of HS coaching...HOW/WHEN do you utilize film - specifically practice film? Whole group/position...other? #swarmfbchat
  • CoachJohnson4MC Nov 29 @ 9:36 PM EST
    A3 Sophs only get our games filmed, have little meeting time, so rely on making comments in hudl. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHays13 Nov 29 @ 9:36 PM EST
    A3: Good Bad Ugly, each position coach composes 5 of each, scout works similar. I make a 20 play playlist for wed PP #swarmfbchat
  • nathanstanley Nov 29 @ 9:37 PM EST
    A3 we watch defensive film to start practice on Mon. ~30min of our opponent. We watch our film at lunch. #swarmfbchat
  • KillenBlake Nov 29 @ 9:37 PM EST
    A:3 we watch as an offense and defense Monday morning before school. Only about 30 minutes. We also make playlists and send out #swarmfbchat
  • CoachKelleyAHS Nov 29 @ 9:37 PM EST
    A3: Position meetings every morning to watch film with them. Practice film and opponent scout. #swarmfbchat
    • rmacblue - Moderator Nov 29 @ 9:32 PM EST
      Q3:Ah, the bane of HS coaching...HOW/WHEN do you utilize film - specifically practice film? Whole group/position...other? #swarmfbchat
  • PigSkinCoach Nov 29 @ 9:37 PM EST
    A3 630am Monday team overview pre practice team fave pass/run Tuesday am position group #swarmfbchat
  • coachrothar Nov 29 @ 9:37 PM EST
    Hudl sideline became the greatest tool we had helped more than anything else #swarmfbchat
  • J_E_Rogers Nov 29 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A3) put notes on hudl so players can see. We meet Saturday morning and watch Fridays game. Monday watch opponent together. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachRmcD60 Nov 29 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A3 we use @JustPlaySS they have a great video quiz feature allows to quiz over practice film #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @JustPlaySS
  • CoachArthur71 Nov 29 @ 9:38 PM EST
    We get student volunteers. Train them. Give them gear, pregame meal, community service hours, and tons of praise #swarmfbchat
    • CoachTWill22 Nov 29 @ 9:37 PM EST
      who films for you guys at practice?
      In reply to @CoachArthur71
  • coachdober Nov 29 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A3: we didn't film practice this year. Plays that gave us trouble, i sent labeled cutups of our opponent running them. #swarmfbchat
  • KillenBlake Nov 29 @ 9:38 PM EST
    You guys that are watching film multiple mornings before school ever experience any burnout from your players? #swarmfbchat
  • CoachjDavis44 Nov 29 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A3)Heavy emphasis on opponent scout so kids understand before they step on field Best utilized in practice during inside run #swarmfbchat
  • CoachArthur71 Nov 29 @ 9:39 PM EST
    Plus they get to be indoors, they film from a 3rd story classroom, and our practice field runs adjacent to, built in EZ view #swarmfbchat
    • CoachTWill22 Nov 29 @ 9:37 PM EST
      who films for you guys at practice?
      In reply to @CoachArthur71
  • 3anout Nov 29 @ 9:39 PM EST
    We'll use our Endzone camera instead of the press box camera. Or we run plays off of the sideline in front of the press know. #swarmfbchat
    • SharonCoach Nov 29 @ 9:35 PM EST
      A3 Once a week with full team. Hudl has made it easier but still need an end zone camera. Any recommendations? #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Nov 29 @ 9:39 PM EST
    Love the idea of both a physical quiz and a visual quiz on scouting reports/film. #swarmfbchat
  • Skillutt28 Nov 29 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A3: Sat AM game film whole D. Tues & Weds night practice film to HUDL groups or watch Thur before practice. Varied each week. #swarmfbchat
  • coachdober Nov 29 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A3: we watch a lot more scout film than practice film. Weekly position group lunches and HUDL scouting reports sent out on wknd #swarmfbchat
  • DCcoachV Nov 29 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A3) hit and miss with prax film. Have to be better. Game film was tough. Most kids didn't watch much film. Did 40 min 3x a week #swarmfbchat
  • giveawayxala Nov 29 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A3)Heavy emphasis on opponent scout so kids understand before they step on field Best utilized in practice during inside run #swarmfbchat
  • caprewett Nov 29 @ 9:40 PM EST
    Some of our players watch film on their own all week and they'll watch it in the locker room before the game on Friday #swarmfbchat
    • rmacblue - Moderator Nov 29 @ 9:35 PM EST
      A3: Wish we had a better system; utilize Hudl and telestrate; kids watch most on own time. MUST use film better - such a tool. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachArthur71 Nov 29 @ 9:40 PM EST
    Always include a quiz at the back on scouting reports they get on Monday , due Thursday. Also sometimes get a game day quiz #swarmfbchat
  • J_E_Rogers Nov 29 @ 9:40 PM EST
    makes it more game like and call off tendencies and instincts just like I do in a game. #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CarsonRileyDad
  • nathanstanley Nov 29 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A3. I put together a digital scouting report w/ a screencast. #swarmfbchat
  • caprewett Nov 29 @ 9:41 PM EST
    Hudl sideline helped us drastically on the sideline. Can watch the whole series in less than a minute #swarmfbchat
  • CoachDuda Nov 29 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A3: Whole Defense watches film on Monday. Tuesday-Friday is all with position group. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachArthur71 Nov 29 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A3: always have 30 min pos meetings before practice. Watch previous prac., review film, install, game plan , practice plan #swarmfbchat
  • 3anout Nov 29 @ 9:42 PM EST
    A3. We use the Hudl email feature to send our video quiz. I insert answers in text boxes. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachDingus Nov 29 @ 9:43 PM EST
    Missed the #swarmfbchat tonight....
  • nathanstanley Nov 29 @ 9:43 PM EST
    are you guys two way or two platoon? #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachArthur71
  • caprewett Nov 29 @ 9:43 PM EST
    We'll try and work in some tendencies/film study into practice situations as well by using down and distance as a team period #swarmfbchat
  • rmacblue - Moderator Nov 29 @ 9:43 PM EST
    Q4 will be up shortly - such a wealth of experience and knowledge tonight. #swarmfbchat
  • KillenBlake Nov 29 @ 9:44 PM EST
    you guys have an athletic period or football period at the end of the day that allows you to do all this? #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachArthur71
  • CoachArthur71 Nov 29 @ 9:44 PM EST
    he smelled the hashtags #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @Coachmac8740
  • 3anout Nov 29 @ 9:45 PM EST
    We try to 2 platoon, but the best athletes are on the field #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHays13 Nov 29 @ 9:45 PM EST
    A3 something else I'm going to do is insert a clip of a random object and first to report the item gets a prize! Silly but work #swarmfbchat
  • DCcoachV Nov 29 @ 9:46 PM EST
    A3) Hudl sideline was huge for us too. Was fortunate to have a few guys that only played on defense so we would watch together #swarmfbchat
  • SSHS_CoachCoons Nov 29 @ 9:46 PM EST
    Missed your input but this had been a good one. #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachDingus
  • rmacblue - Moderator Nov 29 @ 9:46 PM EST
    Q4: What is 1 thing you will do THIS OFF-SEASON that you are excited about in terms of helping your team succeed? #swarmfbchat
  • CoachDuda Nov 29 @ 9:47 PM EST
    A3: Position Group film allows us to break down Strengths / Weaknesses & Tendencies with the kids they'll be competing against. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachArthur71 Nov 29 @ 9:47 PM EST
    no. We're a 7A HS. Will have some defensive players come in on certain offensive packages #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @nathanstanley
  • caprewett Nov 29 @ 9:47 PM EST
    A3: another plus for Hudl sideline or any of the replay systems is we used it to look at adjustments for halftime #swarmfbchat
  • CoachMHochard Nov 29 @ 9:47 PM EST
    A4 putting in the work on #SWARMFBCHAT!!!!!!
    In reply to @rmacblue
  • KillenBlake Nov 29 @ 9:47 PM EST
    that's a great set up coach #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachArthur71
  • 3anout Nov 29 @ 9:48 PM EST
    We used Echo instead of Hudl sideline. It eliminated much of the need for a press box guy. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachArthur71 Nov 29 @ 9:48 PM EST
    and if they're not on special team of the day, they go to tutoring or study hall #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @KillenBlake
  • CoachMHochard Nov 29 @ 9:48 PM EST
    A4 I'm going to use @XandOLabs lots of good drills and videos to work on technique. #swarmFBchat
    In reply to @rmacblue, @XandOLabs
  • coachdober Nov 29 @ 9:48 PM EST
    A4: Develop accountability and mental toughness!! Kids starting in crappy clothes. They must earn everything they get. #swarmfbchat
  • zachdavis24 Nov 29 @ 9:48 PM EST
    A4) educate them on game situations in a classroom setting #swarmfbchat
  • coachrothar Nov 29 @ 9:48 PM EST
    Don't start thinking about off season until Christmas break need time to clear the mind #nobutnout #swarmfbchat
  • CoachAltmanWM Nov 29 @ 9:48 PM EST
    i even forgot #swarmfbchat at the end
    In reply to @SSHS_CoachCoons, @CoachDingus
  • CoachAltmanWM Nov 29 @ 9:49 PM EST
    this is undervalued in my opinion #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @zachdavis24
  • CoachJoshHadden Nov 29 @ 9:49 PM EST
    #swarmfbchat All this fancy equipment and technology and I have to beg the bookkeeper to approve mouth piece purchase order
  • Skillutt28 Nov 29 @ 9:49 PM EST
    A4: Was my 1st season as a DC, so will look back and see what really worked for us & continue to improve our D! Clinics & read #swarmfbchat
  • 3anout Nov 29 @ 9:50 PM EST
    A4. Read good books (Peak). Personal learning network (#swarmfbchat). Work all levels together for scheme, video analysis,etc. #swarmfbchat
  • SharonCoach Nov 29 @ 9:50 PM EST
    Being the line coach and having all but 1 lineman returning, I am looking to build in 1 hog day per week during lifting. #swarmfbchat
  • CarsonRileyDad Nov 29 @ 9:50 PM EST
    A4: WEIGHT ROOM! Bunch we got next year has speed, Game IQ, all they are lacking is strength #swarmfbchat
  • CoachjDavis44 Nov 29 @ 9:50 PM EST
    A3) Having sideline replay this year changed how we self scouted post game. Didn't watch as much since kids already saw #swarmfbchat
  • CoachPierskalla Nov 29 @ 9:50 PM EST
    A4: new staff last year, we are excited to implement our off-season plan in general! #alwayslearning #swarmfbchat
  • _rwilley Nov 29 @ 9:51 PM EST
    A4) implemented Teambuildr app for our weightlifting. Great tool for motivation/accountability. Worth the price!! #swarmfbchat
  • ocjacobmorris77 Nov 29 @ 9:51 PM EST
    A4: creating a skills checklist and really nail down D practice for our 2nd year in the 46 #swarmfbchat
  • 3anout Nov 29 @ 9:51 PM EST
    A4. Break down and self-scout over vacation breaks. Prep for staff meetings in March. 7 on 7 starts soon. #swarmfbchat
  • caprewett Nov 29 @ 9:52 PM EST
    A4: Clinics, talking with other coaches, visiting some college spring practices #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHays13 Nov 29 @ 9:52 PM EST
    A4 Team building "Culture Eats Skill For Breakfast" -PJ Fleck #swarmfbchat
  • CoachArthur71 Nov 29 @ 9:52 PM EST
    A4: Continue our Leadership Training we started last off season. Solidify GOOD men and good leaders #AboveTheLine #Swarmfbchat
  • CoachKelleyAHS Nov 29 @ 9:52 PM EST
    A4: Switched defenses last year mid season. Getting it locked in and more comfortable with new D #swarmfbchat
  • SSHS_CoachCoons Nov 29 @ 9:52 PM EST
    A4: Was my first year as DC so evaluate what we did this past season and look at what we can tweet or add. Get them Stronger! #swarmfbchat
  • CoachjDavis44 Nov 29 @ 9:52 PM EST
    A4) Training table! Our AD has partnered with our food service at school to provide athletes with protein meals after school #swarmfbchat
  • DCcoachV Nov 29 @ 9:52 PM EST
    A4) character/team building. Our team lacked in that department this past season. #swarmfbchat
  • 3anout Nov 29 @ 9:53 PM EST
    A4. Coach the rules, use the case book more. #swarmfbchat
  • DCcoachV Nov 29 @ 9:54 PM EST
    My favorite source for football knowledge. #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachMHochard, @rmacblue, @XandOLabs
  • coachrothar Nov 29 @ 9:54 PM EST
    Become a little league ref you learn more there than any where else especially time management #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @3anout
  • nathanstanley Nov 29 @ 9:54 PM EST
    @DCcoachV best thing we did last off season was implement our core values and sell them 24/7 #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @DCcoachV
  • CoachDuda Nov 29 @ 9:54 PM EST
    A4: Meet with my position group earlier than I did last yr. Film Review & Teaching Technique will only enhance their knowledge #swarmfbchat
  • 3anout Nov 29 @ 9:55 PM EST
    A4. Visit Dartmouth for spring ball and see how they run non-contact tackling. #swarmfbchat
  • caprewett Nov 29 @ 9:55 PM EST
    amen! Just have to catch up from what I missed from the season! #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @DCcoachV, @CoachMHochard, @rmacblue, @XandOLabs
  • CoachJoshHadden Nov 29 @ 9:55 PM EST
    #swarmfbchat A4: Terminology and fundamentals. Half my kids had never played before this year. Don't want deer in headlights looks anymore
  • PigSkinCoach Nov 29 @ 9:56 PM EST
    Define what culture means constantly kids watch espn they see all the fancy d1 stuff but it means more then a fancy slogan #swarmfbchat
  • CoachHays13 Nov 29 @ 9:56 PM EST
    #swarmfbchat
    • CoachHays13 Nov 29 @ 9:55 PM EST
      A4: Weight room, competition Thursday's, team nights, UFC PPV's with the team, the safe seat, the rules to Pull The Sled... I love it all!
  • 3anout Nov 29 @ 9:56 PM EST
    We can attend our officials meetings during the spring and summer. Helps to understand what they do #swarmfbchat
    • coachrothar Nov 29 @ 9:54 PM EST
      Become a little league ref you learn more there than any where else especially time management #swarmfbchat
      In reply to @3anout
  • coachrothar Nov 29 @ 9:56 PM EST
    Started 4 fresh 4 soph 1 junior 2 senio #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @CoachJoshHadden
  • CoachArthur71 Nov 29 @ 9:57 PM EST
    #Prevatts is calling #SwarmFbchat
    In reply to @Coachmac8740
  • rmacblue - Moderator Nov 29 @ 9:57 PM EST
    COACHES - what a great first night back. My sincere thanks to all of you for sharing tonight! #swarmfbchat
  • ColbryL Nov 29 @ 9:57 PM EST
    A4) We are going to try and visit more college's this spring. #swarmfbchat
  • CoachArthur71 Nov 29 @ 9:57 PM EST
    Safe Seat ? #SwarmFbchat
    • CoachHays13 Nov 29 @ 9:55 PM EST
      A4: Weight room, competition Thursday's, team nights, UFC PPV's with the team, the safe seat, the rules to Pull The Sled... I love it all!
  • rmacblue - Moderator Nov 29 @ 9:58 PM EST
    As always, DM questions or topic ideas for future chats. #swarmfbchat
  • coachrothar Nov 29 @ 9:58 PM EST
    I've been doing pop warner for past 6 years best thing I've done plus a makes some extra cash on the side #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @3anout
  • 3anout Nov 29 @ 9:58 PM EST
    A4. Spend time and communicate with other DC's. Start a DC symposium in the off season for area DC's #swarmfbchat
  • caprewett Nov 29 @ 9:58 PM EST
    A4: going to have to do a lot more teaching this upcoming season. Losing 8 senior starters #swarmfbchat
  • Skillutt28 Nov 29 @ 9:58 PM EST
    Thanks Coach! #swarmfbchat
    In reply to @rmacblue