Like any sport, training is essential. Football players however find themselves limited as they can not exactly take their team or coach home with them so they can get in some extra practice. Luckily, now we have the Passback football, which provides great training in the absence of a team! Let me provide you with a couple of great facts concerning the PB...
• "The Passback™ football is the only ball that you can throw and catch by yourself. It is the world's only football that rebounds and spirals back to the passer. It is used for training, practice, and play." *
• Professional football teams such as the Carolina Panthers, Detroit Lions, Denver Broncos and Tennessee Titans actively train with a PB. You can also find it being used at Arkansas, North Carolina Central, and Cornell, among other college teams. *
Interesting, yes? If NFL & NCAA teams are working with such a training aid then they must have found something worth incorporating into their regime. Well trust me, this thing is definitely something worth investing in and let me tell you why.
1) You can utilize the PB's benefits any time... Team or no team.
All you need is a solid surface, such as a wall. The design of this composite football allows the ball to rebound back to the thrower in the manner in which it strikes the surface. Translation: if you throw a spiral, you receive a spiral in return. However, if you throw a dud, then a dud will be reciprocated. Either way, players are finally able to effectively practice alone on their own time. Revolutionary!
2) It isn't just for QBs.
If your position allows you to be a hands on player at any point, then this PB will be beneficial. Quarterbacks can train to focus on the accuracy of their throws, but in the process also gain strength in their throwing arm. Plus, spiral improvement can be gained by long snappers. Wide receivers and running backs, through repetition, can improve their handling skills as well as their reaction time. Even defensive players can work on their ball awareness and reaction time.
3) Kids aren't left out of the equation.
The PB comes in official AND junior size! This point is one that I really appreciate as there have been so many success stories concerning adult players and now kids can begin developing solid skills to that will do nothing but benefit their athletic career in the future. So the previous benefits I listed apply not only to adults, but also kids!
The beauty of the Passback is that it truly is for every football player. Professional, collegiate, high school, pee-wee or recreational players ALL can benefit. So what are you waiting for? Go find someone who has one and try it out!
*Information provided by Passback™
As I mentioned before, training is a crucial part of athletic success. Fortunately, there are some great tools you can use to improve your game, but please be sure to research all football equipment you're interested in purchasing. Be smart and don't just buy something on a whim that you might later regret!
By Allison H.
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