It’s Time to Get Highlights Created and Players Recruited

Posted November 02, 2011 by Miranda White
Under  • Tips & Tricks  • Coaching & Athletics

Although the season is almost over, there is work still to be done. It is now time to work on creating highlight reels and getting athletes recruited!

Here are some of the most commonly asked questions about Highlights and Recruiting Packages from coaches:

Video: Take Advantage of Your Front Line’s Agility

Posted October 21, 2011 by Zach Kerker
Under  • Tips & Tricks  • Guest Post  • Coaching & Athletics

Springfield High (Ill.) School has developed a reputation for their quick moving offense that’s able to pick up big chunks of yardage in a short amount of time. The Senators aren’t afraid to sling it around and they’re very familiar with empty backfield sets. This season Springfield has developed a running attack that’s the best they’ve had in years. It helps to have dynamic backs like Malik Harrison, with his great speed, and the very elusive Chase Thompson. It also helps that they have some ground movers on the offensive line that are as good at run blocking as they are at protecting the quarterback.

Hudl Camera Recommendations

Posted October 19, 2011 by Daniel Mickells
Under  • Tips & Tricks  • Technology

Check out our newest recommendations here.

Answers to Common Exchange, DVD Burning, and Highlight Questions

Posted October 10, 2011 by Brandon Gries
Under  • Tips & Tricks

You’re about half way through the season and have not only experienced the ups and downs on the field, but also on the video front. It’s been an exciting time here, helping you work through some of the trials and triumphs of video editing in the 2011 season. As always, we’re focused on making video editing easier on you and helping you win.

Here are a few topics we’ve been getting questions about: 

Answers to Common Hudl Volleyball Questions

Posted October 07, 2011 by Hannah Feller
Under  • Tips & Tricks  • Coaching & Athletics

Fall has arrived and many volleyball coaches are deep in the trenches of all aspects of their season - including Hudl. There are many ways to use Hudl to benefit your team and your athletes.

I have been hearing a couple questions over and over. Here is a breakdown of the most common things people are running in to with volleyball:

Video: Breakdown of Coach Joe Reed’s Win vs. Pleasant Plains

Posted September 14, 2011 by Sarah Armstrong
Under  • Tips & Tricks  • Partners

Offensive Coordinator Joe Reed and the Athens football team went into halftime last week during their game against Pleasant Plains 6 - 0. Pleasant Plains was playing strong, and they hadn’t been able to get anything past them. 

The second half gave the Warriors a chance to redeem themselves. So what happens when you’re down 8 - 7 in the 4th quarter, and you need a big play to get your team into opponent territory to score?

See the method behind the play that won the game:

Four Benefits to Bringing Video into Your Classroom

Posted September 08, 2011 by Craig Secora
Under  • Tips & Tricks  • Guest Post  • Coaching & Athletics

Football is only part of my job. I teach Advanced Sports Performance, Exercise Science, and weight training classes at my high school.

Video is honest evidence of where improvements need to happen not only on the field, but also in the classroom.

Here are the four main benefits:

Have You Switched to Google Chrome Yet?

Posted September 07, 2011 by Jakob Mullins
Under  • Tips & Tricks

Your Web browser is one of the most important pieces of software on your computer. It’s most likely the first thing you click when you fire up your machine and the place where you’ll spend the most time while you’re on the internet. There are multiple browser options, but not all are created equal.

Hudl will support several browsers: IE7, IE8, IE9, Firefox, Safari, and Google Chrome. Chrome came into the picture in 2008, and has been our browser of choice ever since. It has essentially changed the way people can view the Web.

Here are five reasons we recommend Google Chrome:

MaxPreps Rolls Out Coach Directories

Posted August 30, 2011 by Sarah Armstrong
Under  • Tips & Tricks

If you’ve been away from your MaxPreps page over vacation you’ve probably missed some exciting features they rolled out over the summer. MaxPreps is in the business of keeping coaches connected, and their three new directories will help further that.

Check them out and see which ones might come in handy this season:

Why Should You Use Video For Your Sport?

Posted August 23, 2011 by Kim Burnham
Under  • Tips & Tricks  • Coaching & Athletics

If you’re looking to communicate with your players, video is the best resource out there. Using cameras to track motion is certainly not a new idea, but using it with sports programs from track & field meets to wrestling matches is.

Join us tomorrow for the first of our weekly webinars to learn how you can use video with your sport. They will be held every Wednesday from 4 - 5 p.m. CT.

We’ll answer questions such as:

Learn Some Quick and Easy Hudl Tricks from Our COO

Posted August 15, 2011 by Kim Burnham
Under  • Tips & Tricks  • Coaching & Athletics

From teaching us how to drag and drop clips to a playlist on Hudl to how to add more breakdown columns by full screening your browser, our COO and Hudl czar, John Wirtz, knows some of the best hidden Hudl gems.

At the Nebraska Hudl Meet Up in Omaha this past Spring, John treated the crowd to a few more juicy tricks we wanted to show you including, simple ways to quiz your players on Hudl and how to make film sessions with your players more efficient.

Which Remote is Right for Your Program?

Posted August 05, 2011 by Sarah Armstrong
Under  • Tips & Tricks  • Features & Updates  • Coaching & Athletics

Now that Hudl supports the DSV Commando remote, choosing the right remote for your program may be a bit overwhelming. We’ve compiled a list of all the remotes that work with Hudl as well as their advantages and disadvantages. Take a look and see what would be best for your program this season.

Screenshot Your Formations Like a Pro

Posted August 04, 2011 by Ann Moenius
Under  • Tips & Tricks  • Coaching & Athletics  • Technology

Lately I have noticed a trend with our coaches. Many of them want to know how to capture a still frame of their formations and print playcards from reports. We have the perfect solution and it just happens to include one of my favorite tools.

We Work When You Work - In-season Support Hours

Posted July 29, 2011 by Miranda White
Under  • Tips & Tricks  • Coaching & Athletics  • Partners

We know coaches don’t work 9-5, so once the season rolls around, neither will we. We will begin opening our support lines on weekends for coaches beginning August 13, 2011.

Here are the extended inseason support hours for Silver and Gold partners: