Posts tagged change of direction
Open Field Moves
When ball carriers make it to the open field they need the moves to stay in the open field. This drill provides good practice to weave in and out of your defenders. Work with this drill to make your defenders think twice when they look to tackle.
The "M" Drill
The “M” drill- This drill is meant to help defensive players quickly accelerate in and out of their back peddle. Linebackers and defensive backs should practice this drill.
Set Up 5 cones in the shape of an M, between 5-7 yards apart. Start at the base of one side of the M, and backpedal to the top of the M. Then shift your weight and sprint up to the middle base cone at an angle. Then shift your weight again and backpedal at an angle to the opposite top cone of the M. Then sprint through the starting line. Complete this at least 4 times per practice.
The "T" Drill
The “T” drill- This is a drill used to build speed and agility. It teaches players to change direction on a dime. Running backs and defensive backs should practice this drill.
Set up four cones in the shape of a T, with the top corners of the T 5 yards from the middle and the shaft of the T being 10 yards long. Start at the base of the T, and sprint up to the top middle cone of the T. Round the corner and sprint to the left upper corner of the T. Round this corner and sprint across the T to the opposite top corner. Then round the corner and sprint once again towards the top middle corner and sprint through the starting line. -Complete 2-4 times per practice
