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Tribe Trips Sweep v 3-3
The Tribe Trips offense thrives against the 3-3 defenses we see week after week in six-man football. This front remains the most popular because it balances numbers in the box while letting coaches hide their best athlete at linebacker and create havoc with stunts. But when we execute our base plays starting with the sweep, we force them into tough choices that expose their aggressiveness. Let's start with the typical 3-3 alignment we face. (Figure 1: Imagine a diagram showin
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The Tribe Trips - Introduction
When I first stepped up to speak at that coaches conference back in 2019, we had just wrapped up back-to-back state titles, and folks wanted to hear about the offense we were running. What I shared then came straight from several blog posts I wrote here on www.CoachG.us , breaking down what was essentially an evolution—or maybe a reinvention—of the classic O'Brien offense pioneered by Coach C.H. Underwood back in the 1950s. That original system was built for six-man football'
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The Crucial Role of Middle School Tackle Football in Building Varsity Success
In the world of youth sports, few debates spark as much passion as the one surrounding when and how young athletes should transition to tackle football. With the rise of flag football and 7-on-7 leagues, many programs have delayed introducing full-contact play until high school. However, this approach overlooks a fundamental truth: a strong middle school tackle football program is essential for achieving success at the varsity level. Not only does it foster critical skills an
Dec 27, 2025
Mastering Kickoff Coverage in Six-Man Football: Avoiding Pitfalls and Building a Winning Unit
In the high-stakes environment of six-man football, where scores can pile up quickly and field position is everything, kickoff coverage and return units often decide games. Unlike 11-man football, the reduced roster amplifies the importance of special teams, with more opportunities for explosive plays—or costly mistakes. This post dives into common errors coaches make in kickoff coverage, why they're detrimental, and how to set up a reliable, ball-hawking unit. By prioritizin
Dec 22, 2025
Mastering the Onside Kick in Six-Man Football: When and Why to Use It
In the fast-paced, high-scoring world of six-man football, special teams play an outsized role compared to its 11-man counterpart. With fewer players on the field, every yard matters, and kickoffs can swing momentum in an instant. One of the most debated decisions for coaches is when to opt for an onside kick versus a traditional deep kickoff. This article explores the strategic considerations, risk-reward analysis, and best practices for incorporating onside kicks into your
Dec 20, 2025
The Three Pillars of Football Success: Why Coaching Penalties, Turnovers, and Special Teams Wins Games
Too many coaches focus on the Xs and 0s or the athleticism of the Jimmy's and Joe's when strategy, and athleticism are not nearly as important as the ability of a team to dominate penalties, turnovers, and special teams. This isn't just anecdotal wisdom—it's backed by decades of on-field evidence. As a head coach, I took the time to break down all 108 gamesinto these three "phases" of the game to evaluate their impact. Conclusion: winning the differentials in these areas isn'
Dec 12, 2025
Ignore opinions but treasure facts
I have been fortunate to participate in the Senior Game whereby around 40 of the best Seniors in our state practice together for several days and for most of them play one last game. These are the last teammates they will ever line up next to. This year I will stand before them as the AD of the game (not as a Coach) and watch the clock hit zero, the lights go dark, and for almost every single one of them, the pads come off forever. No more Fridays. No more film on Monday. No
Dec 11, 2025
Give First, Ask Last – The Play That Wins Every Time
One of the greatest privileges I have as a coach is being part of the Senior All-Star Game. We bring together the very best six-man seniors from private schools across Texas for one last week of practice and one final showdown. When you put this much talent on the same field, every coach’s scheme suddenly looks brilliant—the kids are so good they make us all look like geniuses. But the real privilege isn’t the X’s and O’s. It’s the chance to pour into these young men one last
Dec 10, 2025
Golemon moves to six all time with sixth title
Texas High School Football Coaches with the Most State Championships (UIL + Private Leagues + TAIAO, 11-Man and 6-Man Combined) Rank Coach Name Total Titles League & Schools/Years Won Notes 1 (tie) Gordon Wood 9 UIL 11-man: Brownwood (1958, 1960, 1962, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1969, 1981) 2A–4A; 400-90-19 career; Hall of Fame. 1 (tie) Jerry Burkhart 9 UIL 6-man: Richland Springs (2004, 2005, 2006, 2008, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2015, 2019) 1A Div. II; dynasty; active post-suspension.
Dec 5, 2025
Is Christ Your O’Brien 26?
I took a minute to reflect on last Saturday's State championship and its similarities to others I have been a part of over the years. We were a 10 point underdog and taking on a perennial power. We knew it would be a dogfight, and what do we do? We go back to what we trust most. O’Brien 26! The players call the plays and you if you could mic the huddle you would hear "26 on one—ready? BREAK!” Forty to sixty percent of our plays this season (as they have been for every season)
Dec 2, 2025
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