Pre-Season QB Prep: The Quick Release Drill
Lawrence Free State Firebirds quarterback coach, Joe Smith, shares a key drill to help 6A QBs improve their quick release and accuracy. The drill, 'Quick Release to Target,' involves QBs standing 5 yards behind the line of scrimmage, with a focus target on a large pad or cone 10 yards deep. Coaches will call out a series of numbers, 1-5, and QBs must quickly release the ball to the target, focusing on proper footwork and follow-through. Perform 3 sets of 10 reps, with 30 seconds rest between sets. Key coaching cues include: 'Quick feet, quick release,' and 'Follow through, don't just throw it.' This drill translates to game performance by improving QBs' ability to quickly read defenses and deliver the ball to their receivers in tight windows.