Tempo Plays and One Word Calls In Your Offense

Tempo Plays and One Word Calls In Your Offense

Watching a Nike COY clinic video on Dana Holgerson and he said the following.

If you are fast all the time defense loves it.
If you are slow all the time defense loves it.
If you vary it, then defense not so happy......

When I was a young play caller, I had the attitude of tempo meant everything! I wanted to go fast! I wanted to run as man plays as I could, I thought it didn't really mater what I called on 1st and 2nd down, the only down where slowing it down could matter was 3rd down.  As I have progressed I can tell you that is not the same philosophy I have today! Varying tempo and knowing when to use it is important as ever.

A few years ago, I heard Neal Brown at a clinic talk about his Blur package a collection of plays that he would run to use tempo anywhere on the field. Basically, the were base plays packaged and ready to go on a moments notice.

Here is a sample of the Blur package we used in the past as HC.


Blur 1

Blur 2

Blur 3

Blur 4

One thing I wanted to do was combine Tempo with the ability to run downhill. Coach Steve Addazio said it best.

So what did we evolve to you ask?

This is a question I have answered in my new CoachTube class, named Tempo Plays and One Word Calls in Your Offense.

The ability to use one word plays to control tempo. We have about 7 or 8. We call them when most convenient for us.  If you have followed this blog, you know I am a huge fan of zone-stick. In this class I show how it became a one word play for us, where we would rotate the formation to best fit us weekly.

To find out more about our one word plays and how we use them to control the tempo in our power spread offense click here.











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FIND A WAY by Kenny Simpson

"Passion" 

                                                            


This is my impression after reading "Find A Way" by Kenny Simpson. He cares about all facets of coaching. Not just the winning, but building relationships with the community, parents and staff. The book is great blueprint for successful program. "Find A Way" contains ten informative chapters.

Introduction

Getting the Job

I got the job... Now What

Sharing the Vision

Grow your Program

Decide, Delegate, Depart

There is no Off-Season

Building a Staff

X's and O's or Jack's or Joe's

Mistakes I made

Conclusion

The book begins by Coach Simpson giving a short family history. He was part of a military family which means moving a lot. I'm sure he learned to be flexible! Coach Simpson wrote about his strong connections. A highlight of the book was the Father-Son Retreat that was started by former Coach Ronnie Peacock.

More information can be found at his website. 

father-sonlegacy.com

Coach Simpson has done an excellent job posting small portions of his book on his Twitter feed. 

@fbcoachsimpson

I will highlight my favorite nugget from each chapter. 

Chapter 1: Getting the Job

Coach Simpson is very detailed about the key tips before the interview. Biggest takeaways are be prepared... not to talk about your playbook and be articulate when talking to the interview panel which often consists of people that don't have a large football IQ.

Chapter 2: I Got the Job... Now What?

Real easy... Sell Your Program! Through Social Media and special nights that involve the parents.

Chapter 3: Sharing the Vision

Creating a mission statement can help set the tone. Make sure it is broad and all-encompassing. 

Chapter 4: Grow your Program

This chapter provides some helpful tips on youth football, which can be challenging!

Chapter 5: Decide, Delegate and Depart

One of my favorite chapters! It outlines the need to find support for a successful program. The head coach can't do it all!

Chapter 6: There is no Off-season

Coach Simpson breaks down weight training into basic information. But I think it was more that basic! He breaks it down into five parts:  Mental Toughness, Injury Prevention, Discipline, Winning Attitude, and Consistent Participation. 

Chapter 7: Building a Staff

A tough assignment! Coach Simpson is able to rank the importance of individual positions. 

Most important aspects are 

Assistants that are LOYAL!

Assistants that know THEIR "why"

Assistants that know YOUR "why"

Chapter 8: X's and O's or Jack's or Joe's

Every part the game is highlighted from PAT to how to watch opponent's film. 

Make sure to highlight the 5 points on page 60! 

Chapter 9: Mistakes I made

It takes a brave man to admit his mistakes... It takes a courageous man to write them in a book! Kudos to Coach Simpson!

Chapter 10 summaries the book. A few quotes...

"Be aware that your words you carry a lot of weight, and you are being watched by lots of eyes. I've had players come back and share stories of some of the things I've said that they still remember, and I didn't even realize at the time what I was saying or doing even really mattered to them."  

So true!

This book is a great addition to any and all coaches! Find A Way to buy it soon!

Coach Simpson has started a YouTube channel with some great content.

 Kenny Simpson

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