The presenter is Coach John Thompson: Coach Thompson has had several stops during his coaching career. At the time this video was made, he was the Georgia State Defensive Coordinator.
Advantages and Principles of the 3-3 (Gator) Defense
Starts with the position player the “Gator”
- Puts more speed on the field for maximum cover or pressure. You have another linebacker or another safety.
- It allows you to align in multiple fronts and coverages
3/4/5/6/7 Man Fronts
5/6/8/9 Man Covers - You have an extra player (the Gator) for adjustments to formations
- It’s a great disguise package
- Fun to Play
- You can use it to show and run different defenses while still teaching the same principles for each.
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The Base Defense
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3 Looks From The Front
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