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About USA Football: USA Football, the sport’s national governing body in the United States, hosts more than 100 football training events annually offering education for coaches, skill development for players and resources for youth football league commissioners. The independent nonprofit is the official youth football development partner of the NFL, its 32 teams and the

Northwest Missouri State defensive coordinator Richard Wright reminds coaches that the greatest scheme in the world will fail if your players don’t understand their roles and work on their fundamentals. – See more at: http://usafootball.com/video/richard-wright%3A-less-defense%2C-more-understanding#sthash.STBhykxL.dpuf

U.S. National Development Teams competed in a week of training and competition in Austin, Texas. The competitions showcased in this video are Jamboree competitions featuring the four U.S. National Development Teams including USA White, USA Red, USA Blue and USA Silver. Teams were drafted by the Team USA Coaches from a pool of 185 athletes

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver T.Y. Hilton shares some fundamentals to help young football players improve at that position. Watch as Hilton tells how he gets off the line of scrimmage, catches the ball and prepares to do both with a simple cone drill.

Teach defensive linemen to stunt one gap to the inside. – See more at: http://usafootball.com/video/skills-and-drills%3A-stick-drill#sthash.VcgMLmxQ.dpuf

Learn more about Penn State recruits that signed their letter of intent at USA Football’s 2014 National Signing Day Breakfast at AT&T Stadium.

Head coaches from some of the most successful high school football teams in the country share the core values of their programs and how school and community support help bolster success.

USA Football sat down with 2013 NFL Combine athletes to discuss the fundamentals of their positions…Here is what the Linebackers had to say…To get updates on the draft and these prospects follow us on twitter @usafootball #combineConvos

Teach three adjacent offensive linemen to block in tandem against three defensive players. USA Football and Northwestern University present a series of drills the Wildcats use that are applicable to any level of the sport. – See more at: http://usafootball.com/video/drills-and-performance/northwestern-wildcats-3-on-3-zone-blocking-drill:-offensive-line/#sthash.jblPnTmU.dpuf

A look at how players who attended the National Trials in Marietta, Ga., are evaluated by USA Football

The squat is essential for developing lower body strength and crucial for a proper breakdown position in tackling. Starting with feet shoulder-width apart, the athlete sits back and down into his hips, holds for two seconds and returns to the upright position. Young athletes can do this exercise in three sets of 10, using their

U.S. National Development Teams competed in a week of training and competition in Dartmouth, MA. The competitions showcased in this video are the Jamboree competitions. Each Development Game Week featured four U.S. National Development Teams including USA White, USA Red, USA Blue and USA Silver. Teams were drafted by the Team USA Coaches from a

Teach offensive linemen to focus on the first two steps of their blocking assignment and finish with exaggerated footwork. – See more at: http://usafootball.com/video/drills-and-performance/two-steps-and-finish:-offensive-linemen/10500#sthash.X8InuAZv.dpuf

Learn more about Auburn’s recruits that signed their letter of intent at USA Football’s 2014 National Signing Day Breakfast at AT&T Stadium.

Heads Up Football – High School Football

A story of the U.S. National Football Team as they prepare to represent their country against Football Canada in the 2016 International Bowl at AT&T Stadium. The U.S. National Football Team has featured the likes of Jameis Winston, Todd Gurley, Tyrann Mathieu and many other great players who have gone on to achieve success at

2011 Year in Review Video on USA Football. Team USA, Football, Coach, Jaxon Shipley, Kiehl Frazier, Aaron Green, Team USA Trials

http://usafootball.com/developmentgames/ U.S. National Team Development Games feature athletes from across the country who participate in a week long development program. Athletes are selected from Regional Development Camps and are invited to take part in the Development Games. Follow the US National Team Tweets by USNFT https://www.facebook.com/usnationalfootballteam https://www.instagram.com/usnft/

Teach running backs to find proper pad level, set a wide base and come to balance while making a block. USA Football and Northwestern University presents a series of drills the Wildcats use that are applicable to any level of the sport. – See more at: http://usafootball.com/video/drills-and-performance/northwestern-wildcats-buzz-and-strike-through-gate-drill:-running-backs/10551#sthash.JN9huEsh.dpuf

Indianapolis Colts QB Matt Hasselbeck offers some tips for young quarterbacks to help them develop proper form and become better passers.

Getting better at catching the ball – whether your hands are big or small – is all about repetition and a focus on the fundamentals. – See more at: http://usafootball.com/video/coaches-corner/2-minute-drill:-catching-the-ball-with-small-hands#sthash.4huHnhG9.dpuf

Basic agility, foot speed and accuracy are fundamentals common to every position on the field. – See more at: http://usafootball.com/video/skills-and-drills%3A-ladders#sthash.prcj2ypA.dpuf

Team USA’s Samuel Douglas sign their college commitment letters at USA Football’s National Signing Day Breakfast. USA Football hosts the annual event at the International Bowl making it the largest National Signing Day event in the country. Players from Team USA and IFAF’s World Team sign their college commitment letters in front of friends, family,

Like us on Facebook – http://www.facebook.com/usafootball Tweet us @usafootball – https://twitter.com/usafootball Coach or Player? Get Better at USA Football. Learn more at – http://usafootball.com/register The game of football is commonly played using 11 players from each team on the field at one time. Some teams and leagues in less populated regions of our country may

The defense of the world select team breaks a huddle before practicing their defensive drills. Tavita Katina and Aiulia Fanene move to the backfield as they prepare for practice. For more information about the USA vs World game, visit http://www.usavworld.com.

With so much emphasis on winning games and making it to the next level in youth sports these days, many players and coaches forget about the most important thing — having fun. The culture of the team starts and ends with the coaches, so if the coaches aren’t having fun, the players definitely aren’t going

USA Football wants to celebrate your coach. Visit https://www.usafootball.com/thankscoach Does your coach go above and beyond what is expected? Has he/she made an impact on your life? Does your coach put in endless hours to make you a better person and player? Being a great coach is more than just knowing the Xs and Os.

Matt and Mick stopped by the Riddell factory to see how the Team USA helmet is made. For more: http://www.usafootballtour.com

Go behind the scenes at the USA Football Development Games. For more info, visit www.usafootball.com/developmentgames

U.S. National Development Teams competed in a week of training and competition in Austin, Texas. The competitions showcased in this video are Jamboree competitions featuring the four U.S. National Development Teams including USA White, USA Red, USA Blue and USA Silver. Teams were drafted by the Team USA Coaches from a pool of 185 athletes

Retired NFL head coach Tony Dungy shares stories and advice from his 41 years of playing and coaching football. More coverage of the 2015 USA Football National Conference: http://bit.ly/1Ev2uLF

Teach linebackers to stun a blocker and work across his face. USA Football and the Miami Dolphins present a series of drills the Dolphins use that are applicable to any level of the sport. – See more at: http://usafootball.com/video/drills-and-performance/miami-dolphins-cross-face-stun-drill:-linebackers/10919#sthash.fa3M6xCt.dpuf

Grant Teaff, author of “A Coach’s Influence: Beyond the Game” and executive director of the American Football Coaches Association, explains why he was motivated to write the book and how he helped lead the charge to research new social issues that affect youth athletes. Why is A Coaches Influence: Beyond the Game important to you

After the game ends, it doesn’t take long to get right back into the routine. Rehab, lifting, game film and practice must all begin again – all while players are also focused on school, church, family and other topics away from the team. Here’s a look at how some top high school head coaches balance

Learn more about Boston College recruits that signed their letter of intent at USA Football’s 2014 National Signing Day Breakfast at AT&T Stadium.

A look at the adjustments that come with making the transition from assistant coach to head coach. Veteran head coaches talk about how they learned to handle all the responsibilities outside of Xs and Os that come with the job, including dealing with parents, academic issues, travel, equipment and more.

Miami Dolphins offensive linemen practice a set and punch pass blocking drill that coaches at any level of the sport can teach their players. – See more at: http://usafootball.com/video/drills-and-performance/miami-dolphins-set-and-punch-drill/#sthash.3NAReaNl.dpuf

Register Today at http://www.usafootball.com/regionals USA Football’s Regional Development Camp Program features two days of competition, including individual drills, 1-on-1 training and 7-on-7 situations. This includes the opportunity to train with and learn from current NCAA coaches and former NFL players and coaches. The U.S. National Team Regional Development Camps are open to current sixth through

Team USA’s Jacob Hyde signs his college commitment letter at USA Football’s National Signing Day Breakfast. USA Football hosts the annual event at the International Bowl making it the largest National Signing Day event in the country. Players from Team USA and IFAF’s World Team sign their college commitment letters in front of friends, family,

Proper footwork and posture are key for pass blocking. Offensive line coaches sometims spend more time on these skills than anything else, especially for inexperienced players. – See more at: http://usafootball.com/video/pass-set-drill:-offensive-line#sthash.ZYosVIqy.dpuf

Ahman Green played 12 NFL seasons, earning All-Pro twice as a running back for the Green Bay Packers. The Heads Up Football Ambassador tells young runners to keep their heads up and see where they are running.

U.S. National Development Teams competed in a week of training and competition in Dartmouth, MA. The competitions showcased in this video are the Jamboree competitions. Each Development Game Week featured four U.S. National Development Teams including USA White, USA Red, USA Blue and USA Silver. Teams were drafted by the Team USA Coaches from a

Stop guessing when it comes to determining a proper fit. Watch this video to learn precisely what a helmet should look like when it fits the player correctly.

Heat preparedness and hydration is one of the most important topics in youth and high school football. USA Football partners with the Korey Stringer Insititute to teach how to properly deal with and minimize the risk of athletes practicing and playing in hot conditions. – See more at: http://usafootball.com/video/heat-and-hydration#sthash.m65Fswvm.dpuf

Teach offensive linemen how to properly execute a double-team block against a defensive lineman using the “getting skinny” pass rush technique. USA Football and the Carolina Panthers present a series of drills the Panthers use that are applicable to any level of the sport. – See more at: http://usafootball.com/video/drills-and-performance/carolina-panthers-double-team-drill:-offensive-line/10675#sthash.Kas4ZzyH.dpuf

Northwest Missouri State defensive coordinator Richard Wright breaks down how to pressure zone read quarterbacks into bad decisions. – See more at: http://usafootball.com/video/richard-wright%3A-defending-zone-read-qbs#sthash.vlWLR3nu.dpuf

Reduce the risk of concussions by ensuring a player’s helmet is well maintained, fitting the helmet to the player properly, and teaching proper football fundamentals.