Showing posts with label Kicking Camp. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Kicking Camp. Show all posts

Saturday, August 30, 2014

Good Luck To All College Specialists

Another Season Starts!

Here we go folks. College Gameday is here!!! One On One Kicking has trainees all over country playing week 1. We want to wish everyone the best of luck as some of you begin and new journey as well as continue your journey. Proud of all of you and what you all have done. Go get em! 

Thursday, July 24, 2014

One On One Kicking Trainee Matt Bonadies Commits to UAB

One On One Kicking Trainee Matt Bonadies Commits to UAB 
Written by: Zach Harig of Rivals.com


University of Alabama-Birmingham first year head coach Bill Clark has had a winning coaching resumé no matter where he has coached. In 1999, Clark was hired as the head coach at Prattville high school in Alabama and led them to a 106-11 overall record and back-to-back state championships in his eight year tenure. From there, Clark took over as the defensive coordinator at South Alabama until 2012, when he was hired as the head coach at Jacksonville State University. In just one season, Clark led Jacksonville State to an 11-4 record and their first playoff appearance. Now, the successful coach is taking over a struggling program at UAB, where he hopes to turn that program around as well. Clark is off to a hot start on the recruiting trail, reeling in two top kicking prospects in the Class of 2015. Punter Ivy Wall of Oak Forest Academy in Amite, Louisiana committed to UAB last month, now triple-threat specialist Matt Bonadies of Buford, Georgia has also committed to the Blazers.



“I met Matt and his mother about a year and a half ago,” One on One Kicking founder, Mike McCabe stated on Bonadies, “I was introduced to the Bonadies family by Marc Nolan from ‘The Kickers Zone’ which is a company we network with. They’re a great Christian family and he’s a great kid.” Marc Nolan, the CEO of ‘The Kickers Zone’ has been worked with Bonadies before referring him to Coach Mike McCabe and One on One Kicking.


“Matt came to us as a kid with a very strong leg,” McCabe said on Bonadies’ beginning with One on One, “He came in with a soccer swing but was always positive and had a great attitude. Matt is very coachable and picks up everything quickly; he’s an extremely bright athlete.”
Bonadies is an up-and-coming prospect out of Buford high school who has been working with One on One Kicking and former NFL punter Dawson Zimmerman for the past year. “When I came to One on One Kicking, I had the basics of kicking down,” Bonadies said, “I had been to some camps and had a good kicker at my high school that taught me what he knew, but I was still kind of raw. I was refined once I got to them because they brought it down to the small details, they showed me kicking was a lot of smaller detail rather than big things.”


Matt’s mom, Debbie also started to see a difference following her son’s training with One on One Kicking and founder Mike McCabe. “His confidence improved and so did his techniques. We saw a huge difference in the results and techniques. Once he got to go year round his punting had improved and we saw five second hang-time.”


“After One on One, I’m a kicker who really critiques myself,” Bonadies said on his development with One on One, “They showed me the fundamentals and details of kicking. Now I can watch my film and know what I’m doing wrong, I’m a self-teaching kicker.”


Matt’s mother was looking for an affordable way for him to stay in shape year round and she found what she was looking for in One on One Kicking. “It was the only company that offered the year round kicking and Matt wanted to keep in shape year round,” Matt’s mother stated, which is why she chose to send him to One on One. “We knew Mike McCabe helped a lot of kids because I talked to their moms and we all agreed that he was one of the best instructors out there. He (Coach Mike McCabe) was agreeable to having Matt, it was a combination to the reputation of Mike McCabe and talking to the moms, plus it was very affordable for what you get in return,” she stated.


The big leg of Bonadies continued to grow as his work with One on One Kicking continued. Once a raw prospect, Bonadies transformed into a top kicking prospect. Interest came pouring in from bigger programs such as Tennessee, Rutgers, Syracuse and Vanderbilt along with smaller schools Coastal Carolina, Mercer and Georgia State. “UAB started recruiting me in the spring time,” Bonadies said, “They were sending me hand written letters and invites to camps and campus.”


First year head coach Bill Clark has the Blazers’ program headed in the right direction and the recruits are beginning to notice. “I really liked the direction that they’re headed in,” Bonadies said on why he committed to UAB, “Coach Clark and Coach Thomas have big ideas for the program and it’s so impressive how they’re turning it around and the direction they’re headed in.”


“Committing to UAB is the most relieving feeling in the world because I know I’m in good hands for the next five years of my life. I have a great home,” Bonadies said on his commitment to the Blazers. “I’m a graduate of UAB and so is my husband,” stated Matt’s mom, Debbie, “It’s surreal, Matt has worked hard and he’s deserving of this. I’m so appreciative of the confidence that Coach Clark and Coach Thomas have in him. Matt is very motivated to turn the team around, there’s big shoes to fill and he’s up to it.”


UAB currently has two senior specialists on their roster, kicker Ty Long and punter Hunter Mullins, who are One on One Kicking trainees as well. Long was selected as a Lou Groza semi-finalist in 2013 after being on the preseason watch list since his sophomore season. Aside from the Lou Groza, Long holds the UAB school record with a 54-yard field goal against Ohio State in 2012. Also in 2012, punter Hunter Mullins received a lot of attention after averaging nearly 45 yards a punt, which ranked him 13th nationally. Mullins was also selected as preseason Special Teams Player of the Year in Conference USA this season for his final year at UAB. One on One Kicking has certainly made an impact with the UAB Blazers football specialists such as Long and Mullins and now Bonadies and Ivy Wall.


Following Mullins’ departure, Bonadies will have a tremendous chance to start as a true freshman, “That’s a big reason why I chose UAB,” Bonadies stated. “I have a chance to start right away, I love to have the playing time and that’s the opportunity I am going to get.”


Coach Clark is now rebuilding the special teams at UAB with the addition of punter Ivy Wall and kicker Matt Bonadies in the Class of 2015, both of which are One on One Kicking trainees, as Hunter Mullins and Ty Long were before them. For Bonadies, he says he’s excited to get started with fellow specialist commit, Ivy Wall, “I met Ivy at a specialist camp, he and I are great friends,” said Bonadies on his soon-to-be teammate at UAB, “I look forward to working with him in college.”


Matt’s mom, Debbie was drawn to UAB because of the coaching staff, “The coaches took a personal interest in Matt, particularly Coach Thomas,” she stated. “I love the direction that the team is going; it’s exciting to be a part of the rebuilding effort. As a mom, I feel that Matt is at the best place that he can be, plus we’re only three hours away so it’s just a drive away. Coach Thomas is a winning coach with strong character, good morals and he motivates his players. I feel so secure that Matt is in the right place.”


As for Matt, he also took a mutual interest in the coaching staff, particularly Coach Thomas. “Coach Thomas works specifically with the kickers, punters and snappers instead of a special teams guy,” Bonadies said on the first year head coach, “So we have a guy who knows what he’s talking about and that really made me decide.”


Though he has worked on punting for the past year, Bonadies is being recruited to UAB as a kicker, which is what his focus will turn to from now on.


Despite Bonadies focusing on kicking, Coach Mike McCabe says Bonadies may be a kicker now, but he’s an all-around dominant specialist, “Short and simple, Matt is a triple threat, he’s a huge asset to UAB. His kickoffs are averaging 4.0 or 4.1 at a high school level and are seven to nine deep. As a triple threat, Matt is extremely consistent and is a great high school kicker. His talents can go anywhere; he can win as a kicker, punter or kickoff specialist.”


For UAB, they got a very bright player with a great future in Matt Bonadies. The strong leg and tremendous work ethic will carry the Blazers special teams unit a long way for the next five years to come. “He’s a division one kicker who can be an All-American now,” said Coach Mike McCabe, “He’s an all-around triple threat and a great athlete to have.”


Blazer fans - Coach Bill Clark is beginning to turn this program around before coaching in his first game with UAB. On the recruiting trail, Clark and the Blazers got not only a great player, but also a great person in Matt Bonadies. Watch out for this kid down the road.


Sunday, March 30, 2014

One On One Kicking: What We Do

One On One Kicking

“The best training facility for kickers and punters in America.” –Scout.com
Committed to training and developing the best special team’s players in the country, One On One Kicking, sponsored by Adidas, is the #1 training program in the country. We have been responsible for assisting in the ranking of high school players nationwide on the following recruiting services: Kohls Kicking ESPN National Rankings, Scout.com, ESPN, Rivals.com, LRS Sports.

Our Instructors

 

The most important aspect of our training program? Quality instruction. Our staff is comprised of former NFL punters, kickers, and long snappers, as well as NCAA All-Americans, All-Conference players, and Ray Guy and Lou Groza Award Winners. Most importantly, all of our coaches are trained to instruct using similar methodology and drill combinations, meaning sound technique and form are taught consistently at each of our training locations. Each One On One Kicking Coach is committed to ensuring that our students put in the necessary work to play college football, either as a scholarship player or a walk-on.
“One On One Kicking Trains the Best of the Best.” –Rivals.com

Year-Round Training

 

Like any movement that requires a repeatable and dynamic motion, punting, kicking, and snapping requires the development of muscle-memory. Our year-round program is designed to create an environment that not only builds strength and explosion in our athletes, but also refines technique through drill work and kicking in competitive situations. A twice a month, two hour session, year-round training builds muscle memory so that our specialists can perform in game situations—not just alone on an empty field.
The first training session for a player who signs up for our year-round training will focus mainly on teaching the player several drills meant to be performed at home and at practice. It’s important for the player to understand that our training program, like any athletic training session, requires more than just showing up in order to improve. Real improvement comes from dedication to drills at home and at practice; our training sessions are meant to check and refine technique, provide a competitive environment, and primarily, provide a work-space to improve with hands-on instruction from our staff.
“The Best Camp for Kickers and Punters in the Country.” ESPN Radio 760

Competition and Charting

 

A specialist isn’t judged by how he can perform alone on an empty field. It’s how that technique holds up in a game that matters. At One On One Kicking, we believe in constant competition and the creation of high-pressure environments. Our trainees are constantly competing with each other and dealing with things like crowd noise (a gauntlet of their peers screaming around them) and the feeling of having all eyes on them, where one punt or kick matters. We also specialize in preparing for competitive combines or expos. Our players consistently place in the top 10 ranking of specialists nationally.
In addition to preparing for other combines, each One On One Kicking location annually charts their athletes individually, creating an extensive database for company rankings of our top performers. Our athletes leave the training program fully equipped to handle the pressure of collegiate kicking or kicking in competition because they’ve done it on a regular basis.

Exposure

 

The One On One Kicking prospects page is a great tool that exists as a one page representation of our trainees. We instruct our players in what college coaches want for a highlight video, how to make that highlight video, and how to best represent themselves when in front of a college coach. In addition to highlight videos, we also help advise players about which college camps they should be attending; in the world of college kicking, getting a scholarship to a particular school is often a matter of timing. Our goal is to help high school players navigate the recruiting waters and come out of their high school seasons having achieved whatever goals they’ve set for themselves.

One On One Kicking At-A-Glance

 

  • Year-Round Training Program
  • Various year round camps at different locations including: Prattville (Alabama), Birmingham (Alabama), Mobile (Alabama), Daytona Beach (Florida), Orlando (Florida), West Palm Beach (Florida), Fort Lauderdale (Florida), Atlanta (Georgia), Savannah (Georgia) East Brunswick (New Jersey), Long Island (New York), Westchester (New York), Cincinnati (Ohio), Houston (Texas), San Antonio (Texas), Dallas (Texas), Charlottesville (Virginia)
  • One On One Kicking trains specialists at any level and any age. Middle School, High School, Collegiate, and Professional

 "Number One Training Facility in the Country for Kickers & Punters" - Scout.com
"One On One Kicking Trains the Best of the Best" - Rivals.com
"The Best Camps for Kickers and Punters in the Country" - ESPN Radio 760
-4 Ray Guy Award Winners 2007, 2010, 2011, 2012 (11 in Finals & 25 Semi Finalists)
-4 Lou Groza Winners 2000, 2006, 2011, 2012 (9 in Finals and 30 Semi Finalists)
-2 Super Bowl Players
-9 Active NFL Players
-14 NCAA D1 BCS National Champions
-College - 31 All Americans and 14 Freshman All Americans
-High School - 22 All Americans

Thursday, February 20, 2014

One On One Kicking In NFL Combine

One On One Kicking In NFL Combine

Best of luck this weekend to the One On One Kicking Trainees participating in the NFL Combine. We are proud of every single one of you. All your hard work and dedication continues to pay off. Go get em Cairo Santos, Pat O’Donnell, Richie Leone, and Steven Clark (Not Pictured). #OneOnOneKicking



Sunday, November 17, 2013

One On One Kicknig Camp in Greenville, North Carolina


One On One Kicking Staff are making there way back to Greenville, North Carolina for another kicking camp! The camp will be held December 7th & 8th. This 2 Day event will be led by Coach Dan Lundy, Director of Kicking for One On One Kicking (University of Miami kicker), Dawson Zimmerman (Atlanta Falcons/Clemson University punter), Jimmy Howell (University of Virginia punter), and Adam Shreiner (Elon University kicker). This clinic is a wonderful opportunity to fine tune your kicking, punting, and snapping techniques as well as showcase your skills to One On One Kicking’s staff for recruitment purposes.




Thursday, September 5, 2013

Friday, June 28, 2013

Ohio State and Kentucky Articles

The Specialist: Mike McCabe talks Ohio State special teams with LGHL / SB Nation
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
One On One Kicking Trainee Sean Nuernberger Commits to Ohio State
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
One On One Kicking Special Teams Camp at Kentucky
 
 
 
 
 







Friday, May 31, 2013

One On One Kicking's College Training Program

One On One Kicking's College Training Program is underway! Many of the best college specialist's in the country will be in Pensacola, Florida training with Coach McCabe and his staff. Still some spots left to sign up. You could be the next One On One Kicking Trainee to win the Ray Guy Award or the Lou Groza Award.


Richie Leone Named 50 Best College Football Players West of the Mississippi

Power Ranking the 50 Best College Football Players West of the Mississippi...Longtime One On One Kicking Trainee Richie Leone was named #40. Check it out !

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1652473-power-ranking-the-50-best-college-football-players-west-of-the-mississippi/page/13

Richie Leone

Sunday, May 26, 2013

College Training Underway !

College Training is underway for One On One Kicking Trainees ! Here are Alex Howell (Boston College Punter) and Nate Freese (Boston College Kicker) training at the beach !! Gorgeous day out for some great training along the water. 
Nate Freese, Kicking Camps, College, Boston College

Wednesday, May 8, 2013

North Carolina Kicking Camp

Want to train with and learn from multiple College All Americans, former NFL kickers and punters, the current Lou Groza Award winner, and get ranked by the best special teams program in the nation? See you in Greenville, NC on June 28-30, 2013.

www.oneononekickingcamps.com/camps/