#SpecialForcesChat Archive

dropmechanix - Moderator May 5 @ 9:00 PM EDT

It's time for Kick Off of tonight's #SpecialForcesChat

OLineTips May 5 @ 9:02 PM EDT

@OLineTips Here and ready to rock! #SpecialForcesChat

dropmechanix - Moderator May 5 @ 9:03 PM EDT

As usual, let's begin with roll call: @dropmechanix 20+ years coaching college and high school #SpecialForcesChat

CoachEddieYoung May 5 @ 9:04 PM EDT

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

dropmechanix - Moderator May 5 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Will use Q1/A1 format. #SpecialForcesChat

DerekAnnechino May 5 @ 9:08 PM EDT

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dropmechanix - Moderator May 5 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Q1 coming up. #SpecialForcesChat

DerekAnnechino May 5 @ 9:08 PM EDT

#SpecialForcesChat 18 year ST coordinator and O-Line coach

dropmechanix - Moderator May 5 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Q1: which Punt do you use and why? (Spread, Traditional) #SpecialForcesChat

DerekAnnechino May 5 @ 9:10 PM EDT

#SpecialForcesChat A1- spread pro style punt

OLineTips May 5 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1: Old school double tight punt. Like it for protection. #SpecialForcesChat

coachcromer23 May 5 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Tim Cromer, Head Football Coach, Christiansburg HS, Va #SpecialForcesChat

DerekAnnechino May 5 @ 9:12 PM EDT

#SpecialForcesChat I like to keep things simple and get guys into coverage

mvmrmain May 5 @ 9:12 PM EDT

@dropmechanix Q1 We use Spread. Can move the block point, cover faster. 3 years & we have given up less than 100 yds. #SpecialForcesChat

dropmechanix - Moderator May 5 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A1: I have run both, like old school for protection but like spread Punt to cover and avoid any return yardage. #SpecialForcesChat

dropmechanix - Moderator May 5 @ 9:13 PM EDT

@mvmrmain That's awesome! Spread does limit return yardage. #SpecialForcesChat

dropmechanix - Moderator May 5 @ 9:15 PM EDT

@OLineTips it's almost a " which would you rather" with the 2. #SpecialForcesChat

DerekAnnechino May 5 @ 9:17 PM EDT

#SpecialForcesChat Have only had 5 punts blocked in 18 years and a return average of 4.3 yds against. 1 PR for TD against

dropmechanix - Moderator May 5 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Great answers for Q1, Q2 coming up. #SpecialForcesChat

CoachEddieYoung May 5 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A1: Traditional Punt...more comfortable with formation for blocking and fake attempts. Open to suggestions #SpecialForcesChat

dropmechanix - Moderator May 5 @ 9:19 PM EDT

Q2: What are the benefits of using the Rugby Punt? #SpecialForcesChat

rmacblue May 5 @ 9:20 PM EDT

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coachcromer23 May 5 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A2 - we have never used it. #SpecialForcesChat

DerekAnnechino May 5 @ 9:22 PM EDT

#SpecialForcesChat Don't know, not a fan

OLineTips May 5 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A2: I think It's easier on your protection, and limits the chance for returns being set up. #SpecialForcesChat

dropmechanix - Moderator May 5 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A2: if ur gonna run Spread, U have 2 have a Rugby. Or teams will just line in those wide A gaps + tee off #SpecialForcesChat

dropmechanix - Moderator May 5 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Q3: What have you found to be some of the key coaching points of the Spread Punt? #SpecialForcesChat

OLineTips May 5 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A3: I don't run spread punt, but I think schemes irrelevant. The biggest thing is getting players that hustle.#SpecialForcesChat

DerekAnnechino May 5 @ 9:30 PM EDT

#SpecialForcesChat Are we talking Spread or shield.

coachcromer23 May 5 @ 9:30 PM EDT

We teach and use our LS in protection; have never given up a blocked punt in the A gap. #SpecialForcesChat https://t.co/OyybGwNHdh

dropmechanix - Moderator May 5 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A2: if ur gonna run Spread, U have 2 have a Rugby. Or teams will just line in those wide A gaps + tee off #SpecialForcesChat

OLineTips May 5 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A3: If you want to make plays on any type of coverage team you better hustle. #SpecialForcesChat

coachcromer23 May 5 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A3 - the sink back in protection (takes away block point angles) and the use of the LS protection. #SpecialForcesChat

dropmechanix - Moderator May 5 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A3: Getting a clean release + getting down + cover. W/trad.,having G's + T's set 2 vertical steps + Wings setting for 3 #SpecialForcesChat

dropmechanix - Moderator May 5 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Q4 coming up regarding Punt games. #SpecialForcesChat

BretSchnieber May 5 @ 9:36 PM EDT

No matter what scheme you choose, punt the ball out of bounds! No need to worry about coverage. So simple of a concept! #SpecialForcesChat

dropmechanix - Moderator May 5 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Q4 coming up regarding Punt fakes. #SpecialForcesChat

Uncle_Whit May 5 @ 9:37 PM EDT

@OLineTips Am I wrong 4 trying 2 get away from gap scheme? I want to teach undersized hs line 1 scheme(Zone). #SpecialForcesChat

dropmechanix - Moderator May 5 @ 9:38 PM EDT

@BretSchnieber Have done that many times vs a good returner. Best coaching decision I've made. #SpecialForcesChat

dropmechanix - Moderator May 5 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Q4: What is your favorite Punt fake? #SpecialForcesChat

DerekAnnechino May 5 @ 9:42 PM EDT

#SpecialForcesChat A4- direct snap to PP hand off to wing with backside guard pulling to kick out end. Power scheme

OLineTips May 5 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A4: I don't spend a lot of time on fakes. If I want a 1st down I'll keep the offense on the field. #SpecialForcesChat

dropmechanix - Moderator May 5 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A4: traditional-direct snap to PP. Spread-have Punter delay, let PR drop, Punter ticks and runs. #SpecialForcesChat

dropmechanix - Moderator May 5 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Last question coming up. #SpecialForcesChat

dropmechanix - Moderator May 5 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Q5: For u traditional Punt guys, how do you handle a field and/or boundary overload? #SpecialForcesChat

Uncle_Whit May 5 @ 9:53 PM EDT

K.I.S.S. is applicable to most things in life. #SpecialForcesChat https://t.co/ycZftdABaw

OLineTips May 5 @ 9:46 PM EDT

@Uncle_Whit Cut the cognitive process down as much as possible for the OL and they play w/ confidence and you'll put up numbers on anybody.

coachcromer23 May 5 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Agreed. Rarely fake. #SpecialForcesChat https://t.co/DHAmAxYldn

OLineTips May 5 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A4: I don't spend a lot of time on fakes. If I want a 1st down I'll keep the offense on the field. #SpecialForcesChat

OLineTips May 5 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A5: In a double tight punt there's always an overload haha, but I'll move the PP over to the overload side. #SpecialForcesChat

coachcromer23 May 5 @ 9:58 PM EDT

True overload handled by not blocking widest rush (can't get there) or auto-fake to other side. Both rep'd in fall camp. #SpecialForcesChat

coachcromer23 May 5 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Honestly have not seen a true overload in my career. #SpecialForcesChat

OLineTips May 5 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A5: We also don't zone protect we use a count system and everybody is accountable for somebody. #SpecialForcesChat

dropmechanix - Moderator May 5 @ 9:59 PM EDT

@coachcromer23 have seen a few from the field with no returner. Usually when your backed up. #SpecialForcesChat