The Basics of 8-Man Flexbone Football Offense for Beginners

The Basics of 8-Man Flexbone Football Offense for Beginners

Welcome to the world of 8-Man Flexbone Football! If you’re new to this exciting variation of football or looking to understand its basics, this video is perfect for you. We’ll break down the key components of the 8-Man Flexbone offense, including how the formation works, player positioning, the zone dive, follow, midline triple option, and […]

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Flexbone Formation Triple Option—Army’s Run-Heavy Option Offense That Wins Big

Flexbone Formation Triple Option—Army’s Run-Heavy Option Offense That Wins Big

Army’s run-heavy Flexbone offense proves that winning comes from discipline, toughness, and execution. In this video, I break down how the Triple Option—Zone Dive, Midline, Follow, and Rocket—consistently produces results, just like it did against Kansas State. For over 15 years, I’ve helped high school coaches install this same system through our Triple Option Football […]

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Stop Rebuilding and Start Winning in 2026

Stop Rebuilding and Start Winning in 2026

Stop rebuilding and start dominating. In 2025, three Academy clients won State Championships in one weekend. Whether you have 14 players or 180-pound linemen, Dr. Lou Cella’s system is the ultimate equalizer. The Strategy: • 3-Day Camp ($2,997): 600+ reps on your campus. Fast, physical, and proven. • Online Academy ($997): 100+ hours of video […]

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Corning (NY) Gets to State Quarterfinals with a First-Year Head Coach After Flexbone Camp with Cella

Corning (NY) Gets to State Quarterfinals with a First-Year Head Coach After Flexbone Camp with Cella

In 2014, George Bacalles was hired as Head Football Coach at Corning High School (NY) after serving as Assistant Coach for several years. Also- In 2014, Corning High School (NY) went to the state quarterfinals after their Triple Option Football Academy and Triple Option Football Academy Camp. “We have been an option team for many […]

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Flexbone Playbook: How Many Base Runs Do We Really Need?

Flexbone Playbook: How Many Base Runs Do We Really Need?

Flexbone Playbook: How Many Base Runs Do We Really Need? Most struggling programs carry too many plays and execute none of them consistently. In this video, we break down how the Flexbone offense wins by doing less better. You’ll learn how elite under-center option teams build entire game plans from a small core of base […]

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Executing Counter Keep vs. the Bear Defense

Executing Counter Keep vs. the Bear Defense

In this video, Dr. Lou Cella teaches how to run Counter Keep versus the Bear defense at any level of football. You’ll learn how to attack an overloaded front using smart misdirection and disciplined blocking. Moreover, Dr. Cella explains how the Counter Keep complements the Zone Dive and Trap, creating hesitation in aggressive defenses. As […]

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The Pinnacle of Rapid Team Development is RIGHT HERE

The Pinnacle of Rapid Team Development is RIGHT HERE

The Triple Option Football Academy is the pinnacle of elite performance, engineered by Dr. Lou Cella to transform football programs through sports science and mental conditioning. By moving beyond mere “plays,” the Academy creates an environment of actualization and self-mastery, forcing defenses into submission through procedural-based precision. With a proven track record of instant turnarounds […]

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Is it Worth Running the Flexbone Totally from the Flex Formation?

Is it Worth Running the Flexbone Totally from the Flex Formation?

In this video, learn how to operate your entire Flexbone offense from the Flex formation. We show how to start with the Zone Dive, then adjust based on the defense’s reaction. Whether it’s Follow, Kick, or Rocket Toss, this system keeps you one step ahead. You’ll also learn when to throw Boot/Vert off blitz looks. […]

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Overcome Your Shotgun Offense: 5 Keys to Flexbone’s Back-to-Basics Approach

Overcome Your Shotgun Offense: 5 Keys to Flexbone’s Back-to-Basics Approach

Overcome Your Shotgun Offense: 5 Keys to Flexbone Football’s Back-to-Basics Approach 1. All-11 Quickness. 2. Eyes on Cylinder. 3. Six-Man Wedge, landmarks, ball security, tags (At least 50% of your offense). 4. Midline Triple v. Load/Arc, Ace/Back, Blood Stunt. 5. Practice the Game Faster than Game Tempo. Video Title: Overcome Your Shotgun Offense: 5 Keys […]

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Seminole County (GA) Breaks School Record for Wins in a Season & Goes to State Quarters After Camp

Seminole County (GA) Breaks School Record for Wins in a Season & Goes to State Quarters After Camp

In 2011, after working with Lou Cella as Camp Director, Seminole County (GA) broke the school record for wins in a season and advanced to the Georgia Class A state quarterfinals. “I have been coaching high school football for 40 years now and began with the wishbone offense, so I had a good background in […]

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