Episode: Technique

In this episode, Coach Nick highlights the often-overlooked value of technique in football. While scheme tends to get all the attention, it’s technique—the how, not just the what—that often determines real success on the field. Nick discusses why there’s no single “right way” to do things, how coaches can adapt to their players’ unique abilities, and why flexibility in teaching the how leads to faster development and better results.

Key Takeaways:

• Scheme is the what—technique is the how, and both matter.
• Coaching technique well can often overcome limitations in scheme.
• There’s no single perfect technique—players are different, and that’s OK.
• Focus on eliminating inefficiencies, not forcing uniformity.
• The more you coach, the more you learn which elements are truly non-negotiable.
• Adapting to how players move and learn can save your sanity and improve execution.

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