Unlock Explosive Kicking for Dutch Fork Silver Foxes
As the Dutch Fork Silver Foxes prepare for the upcoming 5A season, special teams coach, John Smith, emphasizes the importance of explosive kicking. One key drill to achieve this goal is the 'Lateral Shuffle Drill.' This drill targets the kicker's ability to quickly change direction and generate power. To set up, have the kicker stand 10 yards from the kicking tee. On the coach's signal, the kicker shuffles laterally 3 yards to one side, then immediately shuffles back to the starting position. This sequence is repeated for 3 sets of 10 reps on each side. Coaching cues include 'quick feet' and 'keep your eyes on the target.' This drill translates to game performance by improving the kicker's ability to quickly adjust to changing field conditions and generate power on kickoffs and extra points.