4 Tips for Combine Consideration

#1 SOLID HIGHLIGHT VIDEO

 

A well-made highlight video is a quick and effective way to show potential coaches your ability from anywhere. A great recruiting video can open the door to combine opportunities and is an essential addition to each athlete’s recruiting profile.

Did your season end up canceled or postponed and don’t have enough in-game footage? Put together a football skills video demonstrating athleticism, speed, strength, and technical abilities.

#2 NAIL THE 40 YARD DASH

 

The 40-Yard Dash is often considered THE most important Combine test. A fast time can make or break performance and directly affects whether a player qualifies for other combine events.

Drill, drill, and drill some more! Some say speed can’t be trained but with the right drills and practice, players can always improve performance. Drill each individual component – an aggressive stance, powerful take-off, tight core, and arm action.

#3 PROFESSIONALISM

 

One key to becoming a PRO ball player is professionalism both in person and online. Appropriate behavior, interaction with coaches, and general attitude go a long way with how a player is perceived. Athletes should always aim to be polite, well-spoken, respectful and portray themselves as a hard worker. Earn a bad reputation as a person and you can lose out on professional opportunities!

#4 NUTRITION

 
Proper nutrition and self-care are a given for athletic performance. Three areas to focus on are Fuel, Rest, and Hydration.
  • Protein and carbohydrate intake are essential in an athlete’s diet. Both aid in providing energy for performance and are key players in muscle recovery. Typically, consuming carbs and protein in a 2-to-1 ratio within a 30-minute window after working out is best. 
  • Quality and quantity of rest are crucial for body recovery. Athletes need at least 8-10 hours a night for the body to repair itself and perform at its best. 
  • Hydrate hydrate hydrate! Activity levels determine how much water is needed for rehydration. Players should consume .5 to 1 ounce of water for each pound of body weight throughout the day. Consistency is key!