Three Ways to Create an Elite Flexbone Triple Option Program
March 1, 2019
Years ago, Dr. Cella wrote about the 2012 study that studied 15 coaches and what made these coaches elite. Three consistencies emerged from this study. They are the following: 1. Perception-action coupling. Elite coaches are good at providing players with a sensual process of doing something with someone else (ex. players get good at combination blocks, […]
Flexbone Triple Option Employs the Cancellation Method
February 28, 2019
In order to run the Triple Option successful, specific defenders and areas must be cancelled. They are the following: #1 and #2- By the Quarterback. #3- By the Playside A-Back Near Deep Defender– By the Playside Receiver. Action Key– By the Center, B-Back, and one of the Guards (Action key on Playside=Playside Guard; Action Key on Midline=Backside […]
The Two Anticipatory Skills Required to be a Successful Flexbone Triple Option Coach
February 28, 2019
Triple Option Anticipation-Based Coaching There are two main features to being able to out anticipate all of your opponents with the Triple Option. They are the following: • Being able to know the situation and what you should do. Basically, you run Triple, see who makes the tackle, and if the Triple gets blown up, find out […]
How to be a Flexbone Triple Option Quarterback in Six Steps
February 27, 2019
Quarterbacking in the Triple Option is an obedient procedure… and it’s not for everyone. The Quarterback must take specific actions to be the guy; however, the guy behind him must push him to eventually become the starter. The following are the six steps to earn a starting position as a Triple Option Quarterback. Step 1. […]
“I just don’t think I have the Quarterback to Run the Flexbone Triple Option.”
February 26, 2019
“I just don’t think I have the Quarterback to Run the Flexbone Triple Option.” I was talking to a high school football coach from the East Coast who said the following to me: “Dr. Cella, I have never really run the Triple Option, but I WOULD take a look at it. I just don’t think […]
Drastically Increasing Aggressiveness With Your Flexbone Triple Option Players
February 25, 2019
In order to compete with the big boys on your schedule, here are five tips to get more competitive NOW in the Triple Option Offense. 1. Broaden your scope. Consider ways to take on different challenges within your role. Work on more situational football to keep players alert and guessing. 2. Seize opportunities to throw the football. […]
What Successful Flexbone Triple Option Coaches Do Differently
February 24, 2019
Six Things Successful Triple Option Leaders Do Differently 1- They put relationships first. There is an inherent focus on building relationship with the coaching staff and the Quarterback. 2- They know that meaning matters. These coaches understand that the offense is more than a play… these coaches understand that the offense allows for 10 other people […]
Three Types of Flexbone Triple Option Coaching Leadership
February 23, 2019
The instructor leader develops people for the future. This is where the coaches work diligently with FIRST and SECOND teamers. The second team focuses on their perfect blocking, angles, and ball security as their time to shine is near. These players are preparing as diligently as the first unit. The coercive leader demands immediate compliance. These […]
Three Ways Your Players Lead the Flexbone Triple Option Program
February 23, 2019
The pacesetting leader expects and models excellence and self-direction. This is the player that scoops exactly as he is instructed. He opens, runs past the threat in his gap, and vertically crashes without hesitation. The authoritative leader mobilizes the team toward a common vision and focuses on end goals, leaving the means up to each individual. This […]
