Football Library · Coaching Guides
Know what to call—and why
From building your first playbook to converting on third-and-short, find practical play packages, clear diagrams, and teaching tips for the football you coach.
Each guide is labeled by game format, so you can find the right fit for your team.
Flag or tackle? Start here
Youth football down-and-distance recommendations
Choose between ruleset-specific recommendations for 5v5 flag and 11v11 youth tackle football.
Best plays for a first-time flag football team
A four-play 5v5 flag football starter package that is simple to teach, gives the quarterback clear reads, and has an answer for both man and zone coverage.
4-play package5v5 FlagBest plays for 3rd-and-short
Three dependable 5v5 flag football calls shown in a real 3rd-and-3 situation, with the line to gain, defensive look, and quarterback conversion rule visible on every diagram.
3-play package5v5 FlagBest plays against man coverage
Three 5v5 flag football concepts shown against a real no-rush Cover 1 look, creating separation through leverage, legal route traffic, and crossing routes.
3-play package5v5 Flag5v5 flag football down-and-distance playbook
A four-play 5v5 flag football call sheet for youth teams, with run-zone-aware answers for every down and distance and short throws built for a developing quarterback's range.
4-play package5v5 FlagYouth tackle football down-and-distance playbook
A four-play 11v11 youth tackle football call sheet, with practical answers for every down and distance—including 4th-and-long when the quarterback's range is limited.
4-play package11v11 Tackle
Choose the situation
Start with the problem you have, not a long list of unrelated plays.
See the complete plays
Review each alignment, assignment, route, and coaching cue before installation.
Install the package
Add the full set to a matching playbook, then teach it in the recommended order.
Build your own
Like what you see? Build your own playbook — free.
XO Gridmaker is free to start. Design plays on phone, tablet, or desktop, organize them into a playbook, and print wristbands when you're ready — no credit card.