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  • All Questions & Answers by Dan Nappi
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  • Answered February 19, 2010 in Football
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    Joseph R asked:

    What is the best age to start my son in youth football?

    Dan’s answer:

    When the child is ready. Start by going to watch other kids play then ask him if he wants to join in if he says yes then go for it.

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  • Answered January 12, 2010 in Football
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    Augie Gamez asked:

    I'm going to volunteer this upcoming football season and would like to know if theres books or something that could help besides the clinics

    Dan’s answer:

    Try Youth Football Manual by Dan Nappi. You can see it on amazon.com it has a step by step program designed to help new coaches get a start in football

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  • Answered January 08, 2010 in Football
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    Michael Castellano asked:

    Looking to get my football team motivated for to workout and be ready for next years football team

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    One thing I have done in the past to keep them thinking about football all year long is to send them football situation on little notes. Example: If you see them in the halls or weight training give them a little note that says. What defense would yo... Continue reading »

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  • Answered January 08, 2010 in Football, Running
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    Andrew Shenberg asked:

    How can i get better at QB

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    There are a number of drills you can do and there are plenty off books for that but something that most people over look is the mental aspects of the game. One you have to be a leader with out being a jerk. You have to understand the down and distanc... Continue reading »

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  • Answered January 08, 2010 in Football
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    Fabio Banfi asked:

    What can i eat before a football match?

    Dan’s answer:

    You can also find a local trainer or nutritionist to help with a program to boost your energy before a game. I love pasta!

    Dan Nappi
    Youth Football Manual
    amazon.com

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  • Answered January 08, 2010 in Football
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    Russell Foltz Smith asked:

    Boise State Should Get a Shot at the Championship! Don't you think?

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    Who says? It doesn't madder anyway it will still only be one mans opinion. I thought TCU was the best team in the land but that proved ti be wrong as well. I thought Texas had a shot and maybe with their starting QB that would have turned out differ... Continue reading »

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  • Answered January 07, 2010 in Football
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    Sarita Taylor asked:

    My son is 13 and he's trying to learn how to be a tight end. Can anyone help me out with some drills and tips?

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    The best thing to do is start in a three point stance. Have a blocking dummy or someone with a pad stand in front of him On the snap of the ball have him fire out into the block, release and then go out for a pass in a number of different pass patter... Continue reading »

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  • Answered January 07, 2010 in Football
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    Dylan Brake asked:

    i was moved to line in middle school but i was used to playing a back im a pretty big kid but im real quick and want to play a back in H.S

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    Keep up on your drills that are related to being a back, if you are quick & fast the coach in high school will see that and may let you play that position. However at the end of the day you want to play football and you also want to do what's best for... Continue reading »

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  • Answered January 07, 2010 in Football
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    Russell Foltz Smith asked:

    Boise State Should Get a Shot at the Championship! Don't you think?

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    I think so in fact I think they are the champions, the only reason they are not playing for the BCS championship is because the BCS is afraid they will beat their teams they decided to call the best.

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    1. the real reason is they have a easy schedule
      AWESOME · November 25, 2010
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  • Answered August 14, 2009 in Football, Coaching
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    Dan Nappi asked:

    I don't have a question I want to tell of a situation I had that might help others. Does Weplay have a place for that?

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    Where can I find the sports hub?

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    1. At the top of the web pages their are 4 buttons ProAthletes, Sports, Play and community. Put your mouse on Sports and a popup menu will appear and you can choose your sport. I am also working on getting the site to add a hub just for us coaches to congregate and post.
      Coach Balasco · August 14, 2009
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