Youth Inc. Recommends: Five Resources for Practice Drills in Youth Football

Running effective practices is the heartbeat of great football coaching. Whether you're working with first-time flag players or prepping a varsity squad for Friday night lights, the right drills can build fundamentals, improve decision-making, and keep athletes engaged.

These five resources offer drill libraries, video breakdowns, and ready-made practice ideas to help you make the most of every session — no clipboard panic required.

USA Football Resources Hub

What it is: A comprehensive library from the sport’s national governing body, featuring drills, templates, and planning guides for every age level and format (tackle, flag, and padded flag). 

Why we like it: This is your foundational toolkit. It’s smartly organized, with links to a coach planner app, but also some drills of its own.

CoachTube – Football Courses

What it is: A massive course marketplace where top-level coaches share drill libraries, scheme breakdowns, and position-specific training plans. 

Why we like it: There’s something for every kind of coach here — from beginner-friendly drill walkthroughs to advanced clinic-style deep dives. Most courses are paid, but any one of them could help you clear the hurdle from solid to expert coaching. 

Football Coach Resources

What it is: A professional development site best known for its clinics, Glazier also offers online resources including free drill collections, coaching tips, and access to their "Vault" of premium content. 

Why we like it: Glazier blends grassroots coaching needs with pro-level thinking. It’s especially strong on technique and system installation — ideal if you're building a full playbook and practice plan from scratch.

Play Football

What it is: The official NFL Youth & High School YouTube channel, packed with drill videos, player tips, and coaching highlights from around the country. 

Why we like it: Slick, visual, and easy to follow. If you want quick-hit drill ideas or need to see something in motion before running it at practice, this is a great starting point. 

Coaches Drill Library

What it is: A curated set of basic football drills specifically for flag coaches, covering everything from passing and catching to defense and agility. 

Why we like it: Flag football deserves better resources — and this page delivers. Everything here is tailored for non-contact formats and younger players, with age-appropriate simplicity and safety in mind.