Tight End Training: Rigby Trojans' Summer Camp Focus
The Rigby Trojans' coaching staff is emphasizing a key drill to improve their tight end play this summer. The 'Box Out and Release' drill is designed to enhance TE's ability to create separation and secure passes in traffic. To set up the drill, divide the TEs into pairs with a defender. The TE starts in a 3-point stance, 3 yards off the line. The defender is 5 yards off the line. On the snap, the TE must box out the defender with their hands and release to the quarterback. The TE must complete 3 sets of 10 reps, with a 30-second rest between sets. Coaching cues include: 'Box out with your hands, don't lean on the defender.' 'Release to the quarterback, don't look back.' This drill translates to game performance by teaching TEs to create space and secure passes in tight coverage.