Does your young athlete dream of breaking away for a game-winning touchdown? Every great running back started with the basics. "The Young Star Running Back" is the ultimate guide designed specifically for youth and middle school athletes to build a rock-solid foundation for football success. This isn't just a list of drills. It's a complete playbook that transforms a beginner into a confident, skilled, and intelligent player. Inside, your child will discover:The RB Toolbox: Master the 5 Essential Traits of every great running back - from speed and power to vision and hands. Stance & Start Perfected: Get a explosive first step out of the backfield every single time. The Art of the Carry: Learn the "High and Tight" security system to protect the football from would-be tacklers. Elite Footwork Drills: Fun, step-by-step exercises to improve agility, balance, and make defenders miss in the open field. Developing "Vision": Learn how to read the blocks, find the running lanes, and turn a 2-yard gain into a 20-yard explosion. Pass Catching 101: Become a dual-threat! Fundamentals on route running and receiving out of the backfield. Pass Protection Basics: Understand the simple, effective techniques to pick up a blitz and protect the quarterback. Plus more!