Jalen Hairston - Safety Indy & Catch Progression
by Lauren's First and Goal
Description
In this course, Coach Jalen Hairston provides a comprehensive breakdown of safety play, focusing on individual drills and catch progression techniques that enhance defensive back performance. He takes an in-depth approach to key fundamentals such as maintaining proper leverage, executing press and catch techniques, and mastering footwork through drills like the Triangle Drill and Scooching Out. With a focus on game-speed application, Coach Hairston also covers defensive back phases against vertical displacement and the strategic use of weapons, logic, and state hole techniques. This course is designed for coaches and players seeking to refine their skills, improve coverage execution, and develop a disciplined approach to defending the pass.
Lessons
The Coach
Jalen Hairston – Safeties Coach at the University of Maine
Jalen Hairston is a dedicated defensive coach specializing in safety play at the University of Maine. With a strong foundation in defensive strategy and player development, Hairston has played a key role in refining the skills of Maine’s safeties through technical instruction and disciplined execution.
Coaching Focus:
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Safety Techniques & Catch Progression – Enhancing defensive back fundamentals
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Footwork & Tackling Development – Ensuring proper positioning and tackling efficiency
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Game Situational Awareness – Teaching safeties to react instinctively to offensive schemes
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Discipline & Execution – Fostering a high-performance culture in the secondary
Impact at Maine:
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Provides detailed instruction on ball skills, tackling, and positioning
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Focuses on individual player development to maximize defensive performance
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Contributes to the growth of Maine’s defensive unit through technical expertise
Hairston’s blend of technical precision and game awareness has made him an invaluable asset to the Black Bears' coaching staff, helping to develop disciplined and instinctive safeties ready for high-level competition.
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This Course Includes
24 hours on-demand video |
Streaming from mobile and TV |
Lifetime access |
Certificate of completion |
100% money back guarantee |
Course Info
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Caterory: | Football/Fundamentals |
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Videos: | 11 |