FootballU845 Minutes

45-Minute U8 Football Practice Plan

A non-contact, fundamentals-first session covering stance, footwork, catching, and ball security — exactly what a first-season flag or rookie-tackle team needs.

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Total time: 45 minutes · 5 drill blocks
0–9 min · 9 minutes

Warm-Up: Bag / Ladder Footwork Drill

Simple footwork patterns that wake up the legs before anything else.

9–18 min · 9 minutes

Fundamentals: Stance and Start Drill

A good stance and first step are the foundation for every position.

18–27 min · 9 minutes

Skill Station: Catching Fundamentals Drill

Hands-only catching technique before adding any pressure.

27–36 min · 9 minutes

Small-Sided Competitive: Two-Hand Touch Tag Drill

A fun, safe way to introduce tagging technique and pursuit angles.

36–45 min · 9 minutes

Team Concept & Finish: Ball Security Carry Drill

Finish with a ball-security habit every ball-carrier needs from day one.

Coach's Note Warm up players before the first whistle and keep transitions between blocks under a minute — standing around is where most youth practices lose focus. Adjust block lengths up or down slightly to fit your own roster size and field or court space.

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