Speed and Agility for 6A S Players: The 'Ladder to the Top' Drill
As the Buford Wolves prepare for another dominant season in 6A, their speed and agility coaches are working with S players to develop the quickness and change of direction needed to dominate on the field. One effective drill to achieve this is the 'Ladder to the Top' drill. Have S players set up a ladder on the ground, then perform the following sequence: 3 sets of 10 reps of 'in-out' footwork, followed by 3 sets of 10 reps of 'Ickey Shuffle' through the ladder. Coaching cues include 'quick feet' and 'stay low.' This drill translates to game performance by improving S players' ability to quickly change direction and accelerate to the ball, making them more effective in coverage and pursuit. Run this drill 2-3 times a week for optimal results.