The Art Of The Finish 03.04.09

Today we would try to master the art of the finish. IN anything we do at the end, if we pick up the pace we finish strong. This means far less mistakes that normally occur with a lazy finish. In the sprints in means being out of position and leaning at the tape at the wrong time or reaching with your feet at the end. We worked on creating stride frequency throughout the final phase of the 40 yard dash. I take cones and separate the last 10 to 12 yards into segments. The segments are at such a length that the runner has to put his feet down as quick as possible to step into each segment. When this is done properly it accelerates the stride frequency of the athlete and propels them through the finish line. We had a remarkable day and some very fast times. Kenny O’Neal in my opinion will be one of the top three fastest times in the country, if not the fastest. And we have three others that can legitimately run 4.3 or faster. It will be interesting in the next few weeks as they test. I have to say that though there were some incredible times out there today, I saw something that blew me away. Thomas, our marathoner, had the most improved stride of anyone in camp. I had to slow his video down for you cause he was such a blur. Keep your eye on him he looks fantastic. Don't blink you might miss him. Way to go Thomas, you've come a long way.










Steve leaves for spring baseball Friday so today was his last day. And Demetrius will leave tomorrow for Montana State for their pro testing date. They both are ready and anxious about leaving. Speaking of spring ball, I have to make another comment on Julian's transformation. Each day this kid gets younger and younger looking. He honestly looks as if he was 19 all over again. Great job Julian!