Frank DeLano, Head Coach, Haddonfield Memorial HS, NJ

Full video on Glazier Drive: Creating Turnover & Takeaway Situations & Circuits

OVERVIEW

The presenter, Frank, introduces what he calls a "universal drill" designed to teach players how to properly transition from defense to offense after a turnover — specifically after interceptions, fumble recoveries, or big special teams plays.

THE PROBLEM BEING SOLVED

Coach DeLano opens by addressing a common and costly mistake: an undisciplined player committing a penalty (such as a block in the back) after a turnover, wiping out a potential touchdown or great field position. His point is that this is a coaching problem — players simply haven't been taught what to do in those moments.

THE DRILL: PEEL BACK / SCRAPE PAINT

The drill teaches players two legal options when transitioning to become a blocker after a turnover:

• Two-hand extended block — a legal, extended push block
• Scrape paint — a sprawling, low-to-the-ground technique to get in the path of a pursuer without committing a penalty

The drill uses cones (octagons as blockers, triangles as tacklers) and simulates game scenarios like interceptions, kickoff returns, and punt returns.

COACHING PHILOSOPHY

Frank emphasizes showing real, imperfect practice reps — not polished Division I highlight clips. He stresses that the drill will look rough at first and coaches need to be patient with timing and execution as players learn the concept.

GAME FILM EXAMPLES

Frank walks through multiple game film clips showing the drill translating directly to real game situations — a boot play, a kickoff return, a fumble scoop-and-score, and a gap run — where players correctly scrape paint instead of committing penalties, resulting in touchdowns and big gains.

KEY TAKEAWAY

Teaching players what to do after creating a turnover is just as important as creating the turnover itself. The scrape paint technique keeps big plays alive and eliminates costly, undisciplined penalties.