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🧠 Negativity Bias: Bad Is Stronger Than Good
Sport psychologist Professor Adam Nicholls shared a concept coaches need to understand: negativity bias. Research shows negative messages have a more significant and longer-lasting impact than positive ones.
People are more inclined to believe negative statements and remember negative events in greater detail. A viral video featured youth football coach Joshua Paul telling young athletes not to dwell on hurtful comments from others. Nicholls' takeaway for coaches: regularly remind players of their strengths rather than falling prey to negativity bias. Positive reinforcement matters more than we think. Read More
🏈 Modern Tackling System Used by 26 NFL
Richie Gray (GSI Performance) presented his tackling system at the 2026 AFCA Convention—now used by 26 of 32 NFL teams. Gray's philosophy: even when using dummies, coaches must create movement and pressure to simulate game-like scenarios.
His system targets three tackle levels (ankle-knee, knee-hip, hip-pectoral) and introduces equipment like articulated "Tackle Legs" weighing 30 lbs but striking with 3x force. Key drills focus on "clamping cylinders," staying loaded between movements, and chasing feet after contact. Gray emphasized micro-skills over static positioning, integrating data from Insight helmets to prescribe corrective drills. Read More
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