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Character Matters Timeout: Stay Balanced

In order to have a well-functioning unit, it is always necessary to maintain balance. All parts working in unison. The same goes for sports. The foundation for any sport skill is that of “being in balance.” From a football lineman,…



ARMY SPRINT WINS ALLEGIANCE BOWL

Army (2-0) beat Post University (0-1) today at the annual Allegiance Bowl played in Saratoga Springs, NY before a capacity crowd!  The final score was 63-28 as Army once again put up nearly 500 total offensive yards.  Black Knight QB…



Adding a wrinkle: Strategies for Movement

Adding a Wrinkle:  Strategies for Movement (Shifts and Motions) I often hear coaches talking about shifts and motions as “window dressing.”  One of the most common uses of movement is to try to disguise some of your favorite formations by…



ALLEGIANCE BOWL 2012

This year’s Allegiance Bowl will pit Army (1-0) vs Post University (0-0) in a game that promises to be very entertaining.  The game is being played at a neutral site in Saratoga Springs, NY.  Kickoff is at 1 pm.  …



ARMY SPRINT POUNCES ON THE PRIVATEERS

The Black Knights of Army put up almost 500 yards on SUNY Maritime College as they trounced the Privateers 42-0 in the Bronx on a bright and sunny day. The Army defense was stellar as they allowed only 180 yards…



Don’t Get Jumped in the Alley

No, this isn’t a post on self defense, but the skills outlined in this post do help our receivers protect their routes and allow proper route distribution in many of our pass concepts.  This is a basic skill that we…



CONFIDENCE MATTERS

There is a significant amount of information available to coaches regarding “what to do” in certain game situations while running the triple option scheme.  Of course, everyone is entitled to their own opinion and what works for one coach may…



STAR GAME

On November 2, 2012, the Black Knights at Army will be visiting the Midshipmen of Navy in Annapolis, MD for what could be a championship matchup!  The Midshipmen took the CSFL title last season by beating Army in the final…



ALLEGIANCE BOWL 2012

The annual Allegiance Bowl in Saratoga Springs, NY will pit upstart Post University against the Black Knights from West Point.  The game promises to be played at a high octane pace!  Both teams enjoy their own particular brands of the…



2012 SPRINT SCHEDULE SET

Army Sprint football will open its 2012 football season against the Privateers at SUNY Maritime College on September 9 @ 3 pm.  We are looking forward to the new season and will play with an intensity that will create a…