Daniel Gould, Ph.D. (ed.) - NFL/NFF Coaching academy

Produced by NFL Creative. Project Manager: Joe Velazquez. Graphic Designers: Jim Hudgens, Susan Kaplan, Jackie O’Camb, and Will Tham. Printed in Wisconsin by Banta Book Group. 2003 - 327 p.Welcome to the National Football League/National Football Foundation Coaching Academy Program. The National Football League and its players are proud to be part of this program designed to support youth and high school football coaches.Youth and high school football is the foundation of our game. For many of us, that is where our interest in football began.Many current and former NFL players tell us that their youth and high school coaches played critical roles in their development both as players and as people. This program recognizes that one of the best ways to help America’s young people is by supporting and enhancing the skills of youth sports coaches.Developing outstanding youth football coaches is the mission of this Coaching Academy. The program explores coaching philosophy as well as the specifics of offensive, defensive, and special teams play. Planning and organization, coachplayer communication, life skills, and player safety also are covered.This program is an investment in the future. We salute your dedication to young people and football, and look forward to working with you in our Coaching Academy Program.I Coaching Academy Program Overview
II Coaching Philosophy
Developing Winners In Football and Life
III Football Skills—Successful Offense
Successful Youth Offense
IV Football Skills—Successful Defense
Successful Youth Defense
V Football Skills—Successful Special Teams
Successful Youth Special Teams
VI Coach–Player Communication
Chapter 1: Communicating Effectively
Chapter 2: Giving Effective Demonstrations
Chapter 3: Giving Effective Feedback
VII Program and Team Management
Chapter 1: Organizing To Win
Chapter 2: Effective Practice Planning
Chapter 3: Effectively Dealing With Parents
VIII Player Life-Skills Development:
Developing Winners In Football and Life
Chapter 1: Coaching Life Skills On the Run
Chapter 2: The Power 4W Success System
Chapter 3: The Coach As a Mentor Of Young People