Lauren's First and Goal

Setting Up Your Scheme for Success – Darnell Stapleton, Offensive Line Coach, Florida

In this segment from Lauren’s First and Goal, Darnell Stapleton shares his philosophies, aiming points, blocking techniques, count rules, as well as traits he looks for in recruiting offensive linemen fit for his zone scheme and desired style of play.

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The Art of Creating Turnovers – Scott Shafer, Defensive Coordinator, MTSU

In this segment from Lauren’s First and Goal, Scott Shafer shares his culture of success, as well as techniques and drills that turn athletes into turnover-producing machines.

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Components of Making the Right Call – Ron Roberts, Defensive Coordinator, Auburn University

In this episode, from the 2nd Annual Lauren’s First and Goal Clinic, Ron Roberts, now the defensive coordinator at Auburn, talks about multiple defenses and the different pressures they utilize. He shares the three things required to play great defense, the analytics of scoring, how to deal with difficult formations, and more.

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Creating a Consistent Player – Adam Cushing, Run Game Coordinator/OL Coach, Duke University

In this segment from the 3rd Annual Lauren’s First and Goal Clinic, Adam Cushing focuses on what it takes to create a consistent player. While he gives examples with the offensive line, his descriptions apply to all position groups, units, and teams.

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Coaching the Top 10% – Matt Rhule, Head Coach, University of Nebraska

In this talk from the 3rd Annual Lauren’s First and Goal Clinic, Matt Rhule outlines his system for elevating the standards in his program. The culture instilled for his players and coaches cultivates a perpetual chase of higher performance.

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