Game version
Field follow-the-leader: one person leads a movement and the group copies. Swap the leader each time.
Partner Resisted Starts
Push against light resistance to build a more powerful first step.
By Coach Evan Waechtler Youth coach (U11, Cache Valley, Utah) and founder of SSTracker Updated October 30, 2026
Set up
A partner holds a towel or band around your waist from behind.
Core: As written. Aim for smooth form and compare only with your own last time.
- Ages
- 14 and up
- Time
- 12 min
- Players
- You and a partner
- Space
- Yard or field
- Bring
- Towel or band, partner
- Level · skill
- Advanced · Speed
The steps
How it works
- A partner holds a towel or band around your waist from behind.
- Drive forward for 10 yards against light resistance.
- They let go on the next rep so you sprint free for 15 yards.
- Do 4 resisted and 4 free.
Coaching point
Big pushes, body leaning forward.
Safety: Light resistance only. The partner lets go gently.
Make it fun
Play it, don't drill it
Challenge
Pick a level: Less (slower or smaller), Core (as written), More (one extra twist). Aim for smooth form and compare only with your own last time.
Story
You are a scout exploring the field before the game.
My best
Beat your own count
Aim for smooth form and compare only with your own last time. Only your own number counts: today against last time.
Practice makes progress
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