Quiz the Coach :: How do I Tackle? w5m4f

Reviewed by Kidzworld on Sep 12, 2008

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Kidzworlds got some free sports and fitness advice like how to tackle an opponent in football.

So ya dig sports but need some help with your game? Don't understand some of the rules of football, basketball or hockey? Got a gripe about P.E. class, skateboarders, cheerleading, coaches, or anything? Why not Quiz the Coach?

Hey Coach,
I ed football for the first time this year. Its fun, I play wide receiver. But on defense I have trouble tackling people. Maybe I'm a wimp, but I can't tackle really well. I'll try but I basically get run over every time I try. Any tips on how I can be better at tackling?
CaptainCaputo

CaptainCaputo,
Being a former football player myself, I can certainly relate to your dilemma. Tackling requires a lot of and it not only looks like it injure yourself. Here are the five steps to making an effective tackle.

When the ball carrier starts to come into your direction, you must commit to the tackle. Make it up in your mind that your opponent will not get past you.

Run towards the ball at plyometrics and squats. If you continue to work hard, practice and get mentally tougher, then you will be tackling running backs as if they were practice dummies!

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