Falcons' Footwork Focus: Good Counsel's RB Drill for Explosive Gains
This summer, Good Counsel Falcons' running backs are honing their skills with a crucial drill that translates to game-day success. The 'Lateral Shuffle' drill targets RBs' ability to quickly change direction and accelerate through tight spaces. To execute: Set up 5 cones in a zig-zag pattern, 5 yards apart. Start at the first cone, then shuffle to the second, maintaining a low center of gravity and keeping knees bent. Focus on explosive acceleration from the second cone to the third. Complete 3 sets of 10 reps, resting 30 seconds between sets. Coach's cue: 'Keep your feet light and your eyes up, RB! You're not just shuffling – you're creating a new path to the hole.' This drill improves RBs' agility, reaction time, and ability to make defenders miss in the open field.