The Basics of Buck Sweep

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This podcast episode from "Coaching 101" features hosts Daniel Chamberlain and Kenny Simpson discussing the impact of free agency in football, strategies for high school football coaching, and the nuances of implementing effective offense through plays like the Buck Sweep. They dive into allocation of resources in a team, the importance of a strong quarterback and offensive line, and address defensive strategies to counter specific offensive plays. Kenny shares insights from his experience on offense dynamics, the flexibility of gap scheme plays, and the significance of specialization and adaptation in coaching. The episode also includes discussions on fundraising, coaching resources like the Gun-T package, and the importance of simplifying complex strategies for player and team success.

00:00 Welcome to the Coaching One on One Podcast

00:17 Diving Into Free Agency Moves and Strategies

01:03 Allocating Budgets in High School Football: A Strategic Discussion

01:51 The Importance of Quarterbacks and Offensive Lines in Winning Championships

04:32 Evaluating Defensive Strategies and the Evolution of Football Tactics

07:28 Simplifying Football: The Power of Fundamentals Over Complex Schemes

09:19 Introducing the Coach's Cap: A Game-Changer for Coaches

12:58 Breaking Down the Buck Sweep: Techniques and Variations

23:10 Navigating Team Challenges and Strategy Adjustments

23:45 The Intricacies of Running the Buck Sweep

24:47 Adapting to Defensive Fronts and Formations

30:00 Evolving Offensive Strategies Year to Year

32:43 Integrating Buck Sweep into Various Offensive Schemes

34:03 Philosophy of Specialization in Coaching

40:48 Leveraging Resources and Networking for Coaching Success

45:53 Final Thoughts and Encouragement for Coaches

What is the Buck Sweep?

• Buck sweep vs Pin and Pull vs
• PS Gap Down Backer
• PS G Pull Kick
• BS G Pull Wrap
• BS T Gap Hinge

Why Buck Sweep over other gap scheme plays?

• The TE/W surface lends to
• Buck sweep gave an anchor in the run game
• Blocking needs less movement, more of a cutoff block

What is the hardest look to run it on?

• Odd “under” front
  • Put DLmen in the gaps that the G’s are leaving when they pull
• Great athlete at DE and spill (wrong arm)

What NOT to do as a Coach

• Today’s Lesson: “Be great at something - and good at other stuff”

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