Listen "Episode 189 - How To Coach Pattern Read Coverage"
Episode Synopsis
On this edition of The Football Coaching Podcast, it's a deep dive into Pattern Read Coverage. What is it, and why should your team run it? And also… why shouldn't your team run it? We'll talk about making the decision. I'll talk about the 4 Critical Keys to Coaching Pattern Read Coverage. Then we'll dive into all of the communication your players have to learn to run a successful pattern read defense. In this episode I mentioned quite a few resources, and they're listed below: Coaching Pattern Read Coverage by Tom Olivadotti is an excellent overview of pattern read principles. Quarters Coverage Made Simple by Shap Boyd was crucial for me learning Quarters Coverage. Listen to my interview with Coach Boyd on Quarters Coverage in Episode 26 of The Football Coaching Podcast 4-3 Over Cover 4 Defense from Pat Narduzzi is a great resource if you're interested in Press Quarters. Or defense. Can't recommend this 2 DVD set enough. Don't overcomplicate your coaching. Keep it simple so your kids can execute. That's what The 4-2-5 Defense System is all about. To get access to free videos on The 4-2-5 Defense System, visit http://425defense.com/podcast.
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