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Perry Pumas S Players: Master the 'Shuttle to the Ball' Drill
📍 Perry Pumas·Monday, July 27, 2026·FridayNightPulse Insider
To improve reaction time and ball skills, S players at 6A programs like the Perry Pumas should focus on the 'Shuttle to the Ball' drill. This drill consists of three sets of 10 reps: (1) start at the 5-yard line, receive a snap, and shuttle to the 10-yard line to catch a pass; (2) receive a snap at the 10-yard line and shuttle back to the 5-yard line to catch a pass; (3) receive a snap at the 10-yard line and shuttle to the 5-yard line to catch a pass while being tackled by a defender. Coaching cues include 'eyes on the ball' and 'explosive acceleration.' This drill translates to game performance by simulating the quick changes of direction and reaction time required to make plays in the open field.