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Sprint to Success: A Speed Drill for 5A S Players
📍 Dorman Cavaliers·Tuesday, July 14, 2026·FridayNightPulse Insider
For S players at top 5A programs like the Dorman Cavaliers, speed and agility are crucial components of their game. To improve their quickness and reaction time, we recommend the following drill: "Sprint to the DB". Have the S player start at the line of scrimmage, then sprint 10 yards to a designated point, where they must rapidly change direction and accelerate to a defensive back (DB) who is 5 yards away. Perform 3 sets of 5 reps, resting for 30 seconds between sets. Coaching cues include: "Fast feet, fast hands" and "Change direction quickly, don't slow down". This drill translates to game performance by simulating the S player's ability to quickly read the quarterback and close the gap to the ball carrier.