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rmacblue - Moderator May 31 @ 9:00 PM EDT

It's 9pm - time for #swarmfbchat. Only Defensive-Themed Chat on Twitter! Let's get right to the Intros - use our hashtag in all tweets!

CoachKelleyAHS May 31 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Aw yeah! #swarmfbchat Zach Kelley DC and LBs coach at Dallas Adamson in TX

rmacblue - Moderator May 31 @ 9:01 PM EDT

2nite - #swarmfbchat is talking about summer install; what you will take from 2015 and how to coach up those newbies!

rmacblue - Moderator May 31 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Always good to see ZK in the house! @CoachKelleyAHS #swarmfbchat

CoachKelleyAHS May 31 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Much Obliged! Favorite chat on Twitter! #swarmfbchat https://t.co/Ofq5NtrIZ7

rmacblue - Moderator May 31 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Always good to see ZK in the house! @CoachKelleyAHS #swarmfbchat

nonmathaphobe May 31 @ 9:02 PM EDT

#swarmfbchat Scott Reid, Varsity DL northwest houston area.

CoachDuda May 31 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Alex Duda, DL Coach, Dearborn HS (Dearborn, MI). I'm back, @rmacblue ! #swarmfbchat

CoachEddieYoung May 31 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Eddie Young, HC/OC Lajeunesse HS, Windsor, ON #swarmfbchat

CoachPierskalla May 31 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Andy Pierskalla, new DC at Osseo HS, Osseo, MN, same old hot air- blower on... #swarmfbchat

CoachMocahbee May 31 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Ben Mocahbee DL Batavia HS Cincinnati OH #swarmfbchat

J_E_Rogers May 31 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Jeff Rogers, DC Armstrong HS, Plymouth MN. If you're not going to pursuit on D then don't play D. #swarmfbchat

rmacblue - Moderator May 31 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Q1 is coming up in 2 minutes - let's get this rolling! #swarmfbchat

BTLewis3212 May 31 @ 9:06 PM EDT

B Lewis LB and Special Coordinator at Batavia HS Batavia Ohio. Future Div 4 playoff bound team! #swarmfbchat

rmacblue - Moderator May 31 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Q1: What are a couple drills/schemes/takeaways from 2015 that are "must do" for this summer? #swarmfbchat

rmacblue - Moderator May 31 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1: We will continue to COUNT our takeaways during drills/team period as we cont to strive for 3 per game! #swarmfbchat

CoachKelleyAHS May 31 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1: When we get back to practicing, it is all about run fits and tackling! Biggest issues in spring! #swarmfbchat https://t.co/jfKNSGSIAO

rmacblue - Moderator May 31 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Q1: What are a couple drills/schemes/takeaways from 2015 that are "must do" for this summer? #swarmfbchat

nonmathaphobe May 31 @ 9:08 PM EDT

#swarmfbchat A1) We began practice with an energy agility circuit, with quick cuts and cones, all athlete led and all hype on defense!

rmacblue - Moderator May 31 @ 9:09 PM EDT

@CoachKelleyAHS What is your ability to pad-up during the summer (if at all)? #swarmfbchat

rmacblue - Moderator May 31 @ 9:10 PM EDT

#swarmfbchat https://t.co/1F8roeOOPh

J_E_Rogers May 31 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1) Pursuit drills, JPATH & alligator roll tackle. We're going to start with our base coverage & 5 man pressures.

CoachMocahbee May 31 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1 stance and starts and pursuit pursuit pursuit must establish the fast tempo right away get people flying to the ball #swarmfbchat

CoachKelleyAHS May 31 @ 9:11 PM EDT

We can't coach our kids until August 8th... Roughly week after that is pads, so not many opportunities #swarmfbchat https://t.co/ZTbMEZlU80

rmacblue - Moderator May 31 @ 9:09 PM EDT

@CoachKelleyAHS What is your ability to pad-up during the summer (if at all)? #swarmfbchat

rmacblue - Moderator May 31 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1 cont: We will also refer to "turnovers" as "takeaways"; we believe that the latter implies WE took the ball away! #swarmfbchat

nonmathaphobe May 31 @ 9:11 PM EDT

#swarmfbchat A1) worked a fall in technique with our OLB's in 3-4 Scheme and let DE's be the peel guy and pitch man responsibility.

CoachPierskalla May 31 @ 9:11 PM EDT

For us this summer is about learning a new system but continue to preach play fast, be physical, have fun #swarmfbchat

CoachDuda May 31 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1: I must do a better job teaching the scheme, technique to the underclassmen. Can't forget about them #swarmfbchat

CoachPierskalla May 31 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1 con't: we also changed some verbiage to make the system easier to pick up #swarmfbchat

CODY_GARDNER May 31 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Cody Gardner FA, #swarmfbchat

CoachKelleyAHS May 31 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Yessir! Less thinking and more being a ball player! #swarmfbchat https://t.co/YfSnW4m9XM

BTLewis3212 May 31 @ 9:12 PM EDT

@rmacblue @CoachKelleyAHS I like the fundamentals of fits and tackling myself. Repetitive actions make players better.

rmacblue - Moderator May 31 @ 9:13 PM EDT

@nonmathaphobe Do you have a call for that? Do you ever allow OLBers to simply blitz QB on pass plays? #swarmfbchat

J_E_Rogers May 31 @ 9:13 PM EDT

@rmacblue totally agree turnovers an offensive term. We take the ball. It's ours go get it. #getsome. #swarmfbchat

CODY_GARDNER May 31 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A1) We spent a lot of time in goal line, m2m playing ball and under cutting everything. 9 of 10 games were great in goal line #swarmfbchat

rmacblue - Moderator May 31 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Q2 will be up in 3 minutes! #swarmfbchat

CoachDuda May 31 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A1: Technique & Scheme wise, the blitz' for the 1st mini camp and the movements for the 2nd. Don't overwhelm the kids. #swarmfbchat

CoachMocahbee May 31 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Also work on how we align to different formations when do we want to use what front #swarmfbchat

rmacblue - Moderator May 31 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Q2: How do you catch up Freshman/newbies without keeping older kids from standing around? Separate practices? #swarmfbchat

CODY_GARDNER May 31 @ 9:17 PM EDT

We even went as far as playing man "goal line" at other times, #swarmfbchat

rmacblue - Moderator May 31 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2: We practice together, we have our older kids do coaching with kids at back of line or certainly as models for new drills. #swarmfbchat

nonmathaphobe May 31 @ 9:19 PM EDT

#swarmfbchat A2) Get the older ones involved and let them coach it up. It is interesting to hear their take on it and the explanation.

CoachPierskalla May 31 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2: summer is base plays that all levels use, will split up and advance 10-12 but it's good for freshmen to see older kids do #swarmfbchat

CoachKelleyAHS May 31 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2: Practice together and have older ones lead and teach the young bucks. Always involve older leader who know their stuff #swarmfbchat

CoachDuda May 31 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2: During our Indy Periods, the upperclassmen help teach the underclassmen for our mini camp. Stances, Hands, Reads, etc. #swarmfbchat

CoachMocahbee May 31 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Depending on number if kids I would like to split young and old get to work on tech for young a bit slower take your time #swarmfbchat

J_E_Rogers May 31 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A2) We separate so that we can be more advanced with older ones. We will have older guys stay and help younger ones though. #swarmfbchat

nonmathaphobe May 31 @ 9:23 PM EDT

#swarmfbchat A2) Our lower levels in JH and PeeWee run the same stuff so when they get to HS, they know it by other names but same concept.

Coach_Montalvo May 31 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A2 Separate practice allows you to install your base defense and spend time on the details the upperclassmen got in the spring. #swarmfbchat

CODY_GARDNER May 31 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A2) patience. #swarmfbchat

J_E_Rogers May 31 @ 9:26 PM EDT

@rmacblue I think some off season we should have #swarmfbchat clinic. Could get lot of information.

rmacblue - Moderator May 31 @ 9:27 PM EDT

@J_E_Rogers We are tossing around that idea...want to have one near Indy or L'ville in the spring... #swarmfbchat

rmacblue - Moderator May 31 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Q3: Now, what about young coaches - when do you give them the floor during drills? Gradual? Supply the drills? #swarmfbchat

rmacblue - Moderator May 31 @ 9:29 PM EDT

@CoachKelleyAHS We will come to Dallas! Don't have to ask us twice! #swarmfbchat

rmacblue - Moderator May 31 @ 9:30 PM EDT

@J_E_Rogers @CODY_GARDNER 100% True - hence why we started this chat! #swarmfbchat

CoachKelleyAHS May 31 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A3: this is odd for me, 24 years old and been coaching for 6 years now. So I'm a young/experienced coach lol #swarmfbchat

CoachDuda May 31 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A3: I meet with them and go over why we do the drill, the coaching points and gradually let them run the drill #swarmfbchat

CoachMocahbee May 31 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A3 I guess I'm still the young coach so not very sure lol #swarmfbchat

nonmathaphobe May 31 @ 9:31 PM EDT

#swarmfbchat A3) I like to show them some EDD drills and develop the thought process of game play to practice. They come up with some too!

CoachKelleyAHS May 31 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A3: We let new coaches run the show for the most part. Work together and voice opinion, but let them grow themselves #swarmfbchat

J_E_Rogers May 31 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A3) I like to teach them the drills and if they want they can watch me run it. I want them to take ownership of their group. #swarmfbchat

wingtcoachdon May 31 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A3: You give them the floor when they take it. @CoachMocahbee just jumps right in, and it is smart to let him roll when he does #swarmfbchat

rmacblue - Moderator May 31 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A3: I think it's important they understand the entire scheme; helps in explaining drills when you know the big picture. #swarmfbchat

rmacblue - Moderator May 31 @ 9:36 PM EDT

@coachrdt especially when one of them is in the box on the headset! #swarmfbchat

CODY_GARDNER May 31 @ 9:37 PM EDT

I think it's important to keep a skill taught the same way, with same coaching points, that way anyone can correct the issue #swarmfbchat

rmacblue - Moderator May 31 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Q4: When/How do you decide to switch positions for young guys? Do they choose what position they play in summer? #swarmfbchat

rmacblue - Moderator May 31 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A4: Nothing wrong with giving a kid an honest shot at their chosen spot. But, I will pull the plug on day 2 :) #swarmfbchat

J_E_Rogers May 31 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A4) With young guys we start with them learning every position unless obvious. As summer goes start sorting them. #swarmfbchat

CoachDuda May 31 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A4: we have a strong idea going into the summer then we make adjustments due to performance, depth, injuries, etc #swarmfbchat

CoachGibson5 May 31 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A4) A position switch may be attempted when they are no longer a novice at first position, need to have depth of learning! #swarmfbchat

J_E_Rogers May 31 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A4) Doesn't everyone always have the next Hefty Lefty every summer. #swarmfbchat

CoachGibson5 May 31 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A4) Sometimes the coach and the player differ in intent of the player's position! Coach wants best for team, kid for self! #swarmfbchat

CODY_GARDNER May 31 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A4)Hard call, I'll give him a little time, but most kids want on the field, so moves usually help with that. Honest talk helps #swarmfbchat

CODY_GARDNER May 31 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Moved a FS to DE, after his Jr year, put on 40lbs in off season & was a big part of our success. #swarmfbchat

CoachGibson5 May 31 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A4) Always be upfront about the chance the kid has to help! Don't manipulate and be dishonest! #swarmfbchat

rmacblue - Moderator May 31 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Q5: Without many schools in pads over the summer, what team drills do you have that resemble game day conditions? #swarmfbchat

CoachDuda May 31 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A4 (continued): Defensively, my biggest trait I look for is speed. So, if you're fast & athletic, we will find a spot for you. #swarmfbchat

nonmathaphobe May 31 @ 9:50 PM EDT

#swarmfbchat Change positions when the need arises, but not out of their ability. Sometimes out of necessity.

rmacblue - Moderator May 31 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A5: We do Team Convoy - where all 11 line up; we work on a takeaway and convoy to the end zone - with passion! #swarmfbchat

CODY_GARDNER May 31 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A5)We had 2 full blown practices last summer, Indy,group, team both O&D. Quick whistles, but it was wild coming from IL, #nono #swarmfbchat

Coach_Montalvo May 31 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A4 I think getting all kids on video helps show kids if they are playing the wrong position whether you put them there or not. #swarmfbchat

nonmathaphobe May 31 @ 9:51 PM EDT

#swarmfbchat Can't do any team drills over the summer until 2-adays in the fall time.

CoachGibson5 May 31 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A5) Do a team pursuit where I make the call and they have to execute what I say in terms of blitzes and stunts! Fun and fast! #swarmfbchat

nonmathaphobe May 31 @ 9:54 PM EDT

#swarmfbchat A5)It's Texas Rules. The one thing going on mostly is OL/DL challenges and skill kids get to play 7 on 7 leagues. Non-HS.

J_E_Rogers May 31 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A5) Lot of different team pursuit: screen, pass drops, run, perfect plays & more. #swarmfbchat

CoachDuda May 31 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A5: When we go Team, we try & make it as realistic as possible by making the calls from the box/sideline. #swarmfbchat

nonmathaphobe May 31 @ 9:55 PM EDT

#swarmfbchat A5 cont. We have 7on7 leagues where we can't coach them either. Big man challenges are like strong man comps with teams.

rmacblue - Moderator May 31 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Coaches, with a few min left, I'd like to thank you for joining us tonight - such a great time! #swarmfbchat

rmacblue - Moderator May 31 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Guess we need to take the show on the road! We are serious about visiting you in central locations! DM ideas! #swarmfbchat

J_E_Rogers May 31 @ 9:58 PM EDT

@rmacblue thanks for hosting. Makes my week to talk ball with other coaches. #getbetter #swarmfbchat