Thursday, June 5, 2014

Facts About Youth Football Training

By Lila Bryant


When it comes to training the young people, there exists a disconnect between what is known and believed to be the right training and what coaches want for them. This is particularly the case when it comes to agility and speed training programs. Many coaches and some parents too, adopt a result now mentality, which is contrary to what should be the case. It is worth considering that different individuals have different abilities and interests. It is therefore important for the coaches engaged in youth football training to develop programs and implement them with youths of various abilities and sports interests.

The most important thing while engaging the youth in training is to keep it fun and interesting. Remember that football is a game and not life. Making the game so fun elicits some commitment and interest among players, this makes them to want to play again and again. The premise that winning is quite fun than losing ought to prevail, but fun should always be the thing. The kids should walk off the pitch tired but happy.

Good foundations begins with teaching the fundamentals. The kids are at their development stage and focusing on basics at this point forms the foundation of good players. The trainer should avoid engaging in quite complicated skills, unless the basics have been mastered effectively. However, only those players that have mastered these fundamentals are allowed to progress to more advanced skills. Examples of these basics include, but not limited to, solid blocking and tackle and ball catching techniques.

As a coach, ensure to teach good sportsmanship. You are entrusted with a noble role in shaping the society, which you should take seriously. Cultivate a spirit of ownership and responsibility among them to be the ones stooping fights at schools rather than breaking up and spearheading such fights. Your kids should lead by example, through the grades, effort and enthusiasm. Encourage them to help each other up after the game.

Also, try to minimize injuries by keeping the game safe. Despite the fact that football is a physical game and that injuries are part of many sports, unnecessary injuries can always be avoided. Such injuries can be avoided by good workouts and instilling a high level of discipline. Proper tools should also be employed.

It is also important to build a lasting relationship. As a trainer, see beyond the scoreboard. Good coaching goes beyond a game of football, it is about relationships. The impact you make in the life of the kids will always be referenced back. Ensure that your players reach out to some other people, since what they intend to do with what you have given to them is more important.

Youth football coaches are also confronted with an issue of kids having the desire to play their dream position. Positions that are most often scrambled for include quarterback, wide receiver and running back. Though not every child is suited for these glamour positions, the trainer must be careful so as not kill their enthusiasm.

The game of football is fast paced and largely relies on dozens of decisions at any given time. The players must be well furnished with the right information to enhance a rapid a wise move. That is particularly the difference between a good player and otherwise. Clearly put down your coaching points and communicate them effectively, with repetitions.




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