I know coaches fear injuries but IMO thumping practices do not work. Especially when building a culture of toughness. We can see it in the play. Say what you want about Urban, Miles, Saban, CEO, and other coaches, but they actually put a premium on being physical in practice.
Violent sports require violent training. When you try to outsmart that concept, you’ll lose your edge. See Rocky going to Apollo for advice.
Violent sports require violent training. When you try to outsmart that concept, you’ll lose your edge. See Rocky going to Apollo for advice.