Is the Flexbone a Formation or an Offense?
May 6, 2025
Description: Coaches often ask: Is the Flexbone just a formation or a complete offensive system? In this video, we answer that question by exploring the roots of the “Flexible Wishbone,” how it evolved into the modern Flexbone Triple Option, and why it dominates by outsmarting the defensive line. You’ll also learn how to take your […]
Why Kicking the D-Gap Defender Beats Rocket Toss in the Flexbone Offense
May 5, 2025
Video Title: Why Kicking the D-Gap Defender Beats Rocket Toss in the Flexbone Offense Video Description: In this video, we break down why kicking the D-gap player is a more effective option than running Rocket Toss in the Army Flexbone offense. Using a hand-drawn diagram, we explain how attacking the edge with a kick-out block […]
How Dr. Lou Cella Helped Regis (OR) Triple their Win Total with Just 21 Players
May 5, 2025
In 2019, Regis (OR) won just two (2) games. In 2021, which was Regis’ first full season played since the pandemic, Brynie Robinson left Colton High School (OR) and was named the Head Football Coach at Regis. This move occurred in JULY, which was mere weeks before the start of camp. After working with Dr. […]
How Dr. Cella Helped East Davidson Go from 1-10 to the Playoffs
May 4, 2025
From 2018-2020 East Davidson won five (5) games in three (3) seasons including a 1-10 season in 2019. In 2021, after working with Dr. Cella, East Davidson won six (6) games, rushed for OVER 300 yards/game, and made the playoffs. “Dr. Cella taught us how to install the flexbone offense using his installation progressions, which […]
How Dr. Lou Cella Helped St. John Paul II Achieve Their First Winning Season
May 3, 2025
In 2021, St. John Paul II had their first winning season in school history after hosting an online camp with Dr. Cella. “St. John Paul II Catholic High School is the newest Catholic school in Phoenix, AZ. JP2 opened in 2018 with 13 players and had not won a varsity game in school history. After […]
Make #2 Chase YOU! How to Read the Midline Triple Option Properly
May 2, 2025
Video Description: In this video, we break down the Midline Triple Option with a key coaching point: “Don’t chase #2—make #2 chase YOU!” Learn how the quarterback controls #1 (read key), makes #2 (pitch key) chase after him, and gets the ball in the hands of the right player. If you want your offense […]
Back-to-Back Comebacks: How Dr. Lou Cella Helped Hereford HS Win 7 Straight—Twice!
May 1, 2025
In 2013, after working with Triple Option Football Academy Owner, Lou Cella, Hereford HS (MD) won the Baltimore County Division I Football Conference Championship in Head Coach Steve Turnbaugh’s final season as Head Football Coach. After Hereford’s seventh-straight win in 2013, Steve retired after a 19-year career coaching his son, Brock, and coaching at his […]
Scoop Blocking Is Stealing Second Base
April 30, 2025
Video Description: In this video, Dr. Lou Cella breaks down how scoop blocking in the triple option is just like stealing second base in baseball. Using a simple diagram and clear teaching, you’ll learn how this backside blocking technique creates angles, leverage, and big-play opportunities in the Flexbone offense. Discover why mastering the scoop […]
How Much Time Should You Practice Flexbone Offense Each Day In-Season?
April 27, 2025
Video Description: In this video, I break down the exact amount of daily in-season practice time you should dedicate to your Flexbone offense. You’ll learn how to optimize your sessions based on game percentages and maximize your team’s efficiency. I also explain how my Triple Option Football Academy can help you master 11-Man, 8-Man, […]
Why Lou Cella’s Flexbone Camp Transformed Lakewood Football Into a Record-Breaking Offense
April 27, 2025
Before the 2011 season, Lakewood HS (SC) had one winning season in school history. In 2011, after running a camp with Lou Cella as Camp Director, Lakewood HS (SC) started the season 5-0 for the first time in school history, broke the school record for wins in a season (8), and made the playoffs. “This […]
