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Creating Practice Plans

Build effective, structured practice sessions with time blocks and activities.

Starting a New Practice Plan​

  1. Navigate to Practice Plans in the sidebar
  2. Click + New Plan
  3. Enter a plan name
  4. Set the start and end dates for the plan period
  5. Click Create

Adding Practice Days​

Add a Day​

  1. Open your practice plan
  2. Click Add Day
  3. Select the day of the week
  4. Add optional notes for the day

Day Settings​

  • Day of Week - Which day the practice falls on
  • Notes - General notes for the practice day

Adding Time Slots​

Time slots divide your practice into focused blocks.

Create a Time Slot​

  1. Click Add Time Slot within a day
  2. Set the start and end times
  3. Name the time slot (e.g., "Warm Up", "Team Drills")

Time Slot Types​

TypeExample
Warm-upDynamic stretching, agility
Position WorkSkill-specific drills
Team DrillsFull-team practice
ConditioningFitness training
Cool-downStretching, recovery

Adding Activities​

Activities are the specific drills or plays within each time slot.

Add an Activity​

  1. Click Add Activity within a time slot
  2. Choose a source:
    • From Playbook - Link a play from your playbook
    • Custom Activity - Create a new activity

Activity Details​

  • Name - Activity or drill name
  • Duration - How long in minutes
  • Instructions - Coaching notes and details
  • Assigned Coaches - Who leads this activity
  • Assigned Players - Who participates (optional)

Sample Practice Structure​

🏈 Tuesday Practice - 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

📍 3:30 - 3:45  Warm-Up
   • Dynamic stretching
   • Agility ladder

📍 3:45 - 4:15  Position Drills
   • QB: Footwork drills
   • WR: Route running
   • OL: Blocking technique

📍 4:15 - 4:45  Team Period
   • Inside run
   • Play action passes

📍 4:45 - 5:15  Situational
   • Red zone offense
   • Two-minute drill

📍 5:15 - 5:30  Conditioning & Cool-down
   • Sprints
   • Team stretch

Using Templates​

Save as Template​

  1. Create a practice plan you want to reuse
  2. Click Save as Template
  3. Name your template

Apply a Template​

  1. Create a new practice plan
  2. Click Apply Template
  3. Select a saved template
  4. Customize as needed

Best Practices​

  • Keep time slots focused - 15-30 minute blocks work best
  • Include transitions - Build in water break time
  • Balance activities - Mix high and low intensity
  • Assign coaches - Ensure coverage for all groups
  • Link plays - Reference specific plays for team periods