WN-08283 - The Base 5-3 Defense

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Larry Canard
Youth football Coordinator
USA Football
WN-08283

The philosophy, alignment, responsibilities and roles for the base 5-3 defense are detailed in this DVD. Considered a defense that 'bends but doesn't break,' the 5-3 is designed to keep the opposing offense from making big plays. In this DVD, USA Football's Youth Football Coordinator Larry Canard explains the nuances of the 5-3 and how it can fit into your program.

In this DVD, you will learn from Coach Canard:

* How and why the 5-3 defense can work with your young players.
* How the 5-3 can keep your opponent from making big plays.
* Why the 5-3 is a base defense that can be used effectively in specific situations.
* How this version of the 5-3 is easily adaptable to the 3-5-3 defense.
* The importance of containing the gaps and the role of your defensive ends.
* How to incorporate this defense into your scheme.

Coach Canard:

"The 5-3 defense can easily work for you and your young players. The fundamentals and alignments are easy to teach and can be fun for your youth program. The 5-3 defense is one that makes both coach and players think and is a proven defense to stop big play opportunities. Player alignments and individual responsibilities are included in this DVD."

2008-42 minutes