Quarterback drills

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Proper Mechanics

Staying on Target: Maintaining Proper Mechanics for Quarterbacks Throughout the Season

For a quarterback, maintaining proper throwing mechanics is essential for delivering accurate passes and ensuring peak performance throughout the season. Many factors can impact a quarterback’s mechanics, including arm fatigue, inconsistent release points, and injuries. In this article, we will discuss the importance of maintaining proper mechanics, identify common issues […]

footwork drills

Perfecting Your Game: The Importance of Footwork Fundamentals for Quarterbacks

Footwork is a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of a quarterback’s skillset. Proper footwork is essential for accurate passes, quick decision-making, and overall quarterback performance. In this article, we will delve into the significance of proper footwork for quarterbacks, identify common errors, and offer solutions to help quarterbacks enhance their […]

summer quarterback training

Quarterback Training for the Summer

Dear Ottawa Area Quarterbacks, Capital QB’s is excited to announce an upcoming series of football training sessions designed to help passionate players like you elevate their skills and unlock their true potential on the field. If you’re looking to enhance your football abilities, learn from experienced coaches, and connect with […]

pre snap reads

The Importance of Pre-Snap Reads for Quarterbacks: Tips and Strategies

The quarterback position in football requires physical skill and a high mental awareness and decision-making. One of the most important mental aspects of playing quarterback is making pre-snap reads, which involves analyzing the defensive formation and identifying potential blitzes or coverage schemes. This article will discuss the importance of pre-snap […]

quick game release

Mastering the Quick Release: The Importance of Hip Opening and Body Mechanics in Quick Game

As a quarterback coach, it’s crucial to teach young quarterbacks how to master the quick release. Two key components of the quick release are hip opening and proper body mechanics when throwing the quick game. Let’s look at both aspects and how they work together to help quarterbacks improve their […]

quarterback training ottawa

Preparing for University Football: A Guide for Aspiring Quarterbacks

Playing quarterback at the college or university level is a dream for many high school football players. It is a position that comes with great responsibility and requires a lot of hard work and dedication. If you are a high school football player who wants to play quarterback in college […]

how to read a defense

Defense Reading: A Vital Skill for Young QBs

Reading a defense is a crucial aspect of a young quarterback’s development, as it helps them understand the game on a deeper level and make smarter decisions on the field. The ability to read a defense allows a quarterback to anticipate where the pressure is coming from, where the weak […]