Fundamentals of Football - Version 2003 The Fundamentals of Football is designed to meet the needs of the parent coach of youth flag or tackle football. This resource gives detailed descriptions of the fundamentals of football in an easy to understand format complete with pictures. The book helps the inexperienced coach develop the needed understanding of the game, improve his/her confidence, and more effectively coach his/her team. All of the fundamentals from blocking and tackling, to passing and catching, as well as terms and definitions, and rules of the game are covered. In addition, basic plays and defensive strategies are included.