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Field follow-the-leader: one person leads a movement and the group copies. Swap the leader each time.
Partner Drive Push
Drive a partner holding a pad backward with short, powerful steps.
By Coach Evan Waechtler Youth coach (U11, Cache Valley, Utah) and founder of SSTracker Updated October 30, 2026
Set up
Your partner holds a pad at chest height and gives steady resistance.
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
- Blocking pad or shield, partner
- Level · skill
- Advanced · Strength
The steps
How it works
- Your partner holds a pad at chest height and gives steady resistance.
- Fit your hands inside and drive for 5 yards.
- Keep your feet moving in short steps.
- Do 6 drives each with full rest.
Coaching point
Low pads, fast feet, hands inside.
Safety: Only with a coach, in a helmet and pads, with a partner your size. Keep your head up. The pad holder gives resistance, not a collision.
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.
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