Zone Dive: Run Behind the Triple Team and Avoid Spilling the Ball!
May 1, 2025
Video Description: In this video, we break down how to run behind the triple team and avoid the spill defender in the Flexbone offense. You’ll see how the offensive line creates a wall, allowing the ball carrier to cut inside the spill and follow the path of least resistance. This is a critical adjustment […]
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 Army and Air Force Use Flexbone Formations to Overwhelm Defenses
April 25, 2025
Video Description: In this video, I show you how Army and Air Force create problems for defenses with their Flexbone formations, starting with Balanced Flex. Watch how these small tweaks lead to big advantages in numbers, angles, and space. Balance (2×2). Spread and Flex make people play A’s differently. Rocket Motion creates 3×1 at snap. […]
Why Go Empty in 8-Man Flexbone: 2 Big Advantages
April 25, 2025
Video Description: In this video, I break down two major benefits of using Empty formations in the 8-Man Flexbone offense. Learn how going Empty creates better balance and allows you to run your full offense with only eight players, outside of Midline Triple. If you want your team to maximize space and efficiency, this […]
How to Run Follow from Unbalanced Empty in the Flexbone Offense
April 24, 2025
Video Description: In this video, you’ll learn how to run the Follow play out of the unbalanced empty formation—specifically from “Heavy Right B Lt Liz Follow Right.” Dr. Lou Cella breaks down the blocking scheme, backfield action, and how to use this concept to get an explosive play from a unique Flexbone formation. This […]
How Rainier (WA) Had Their Best Season in 26 Years with Dr. Cella’s Triple Option Football Academy
April 24, 2025
In 2017, after becoming a Triple Option Football Academy client and working with Dr. Cella, Rainier (WA) had their best season in 26 years, reached the state playoffs for the first time since 1991, and made it to the Washington Class 2B State Quarterfinals. “Rainier Football has played around with the triple for a […]
How Army and Air Force Execute Elite Flexbone Drives (And How You Can Too)
April 21, 2025
Video Description: In this video, we break down what it takes to train your offense for long, sustained Flexbone drives just like Army and Air Force. Learn how Army put together a 21-play, 94-yard drive that ate up nearly 14 minutes of game time, and how Air Force followed suit with a 19-play, 75-yard march. […]
8-Man Flexbone Football: How to Throw the B-Toss Switch Pass
April 21, 2025
Video Description: In this video, you’ll learn how to run the B-Toss Switch pass from the 8-Man Flexbone formation. This play attacks the defense with misdirection and precision timing, giving your team a powerful option off the toss look. If you’re serious about dominating with the Flexbone in 8-Man football, this is a must-watch. Want […]
How Corning (NY) Reached State Quarterfinals with the Triple Option Football Academy
April 21, 2025
In 2014, George Bacalles was hired as Head Football Coach at Corning High School (NY) after serving as Assistant Coach for several years. 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 years, […]
Air Force’s Center Scoop Technique on Zone Dive
April 20, 2025
Video Description: In this video, I break down how Air Force uses the center scoop technique on the zone dive to create consistent inside run success. You’ll see how this applies to 11-man, 8-man, and 9-man Flexbone football, and how we install it at Triple Option Football Academy. Plus, learn how you can work with […]
