Flag Football Training

Key Skills:

• Passing: Teach players proper throwing techniques, including grip, stance, and follow-through.
• Catching: Emphasize hands-first catching technique, using fingers to secure the ball.
• Route Running: Teach players how to run different routes effectively, such as go routes, slants, and out routes.
• Flag-Pulling: Instruct players on the correct way to pull a flag from an opponent without making contact.
• Defensive Positioning: Teach players how to stay in position, read the offense, and react to plays.
• Agility and Speed: Focus on agility drills and speed training to improve players' quickness on the field.
• Teamwork: Encourage players to communicate with their teammates, work together, and support each other during gameplay.

Key Rules:

• Scoring: Explain how touchdowns, extra points, and field goals are scored in flag football.
• Flag-Pulling: Emphasize the rule that a player is down when their flag is pulled by an opponent.
• No Contact: Reinforce the no-contact rule in flag football to prevent injuries.
• Offensive Plays: Teach players about different offensive formations, plays, and strategies.
• Defensive Plays: Explain defensive strategies, including coverage schemes and pass rush techniques.
• Game Duration: Clarify the length of each game, including quarters or halves, and any overtime rules.
• Sportsmanship: Emphasize the importance of good sportsmanship, fair play, and respect for opponents and officials.