On the assumption that you use either the overhand, or thumb method of holding the ball, the thing to consider is the delivery. For a start, the arm and hand are cocked backwards over the shoulder, elbow relatively close to the body, hand well back to where it feels comfortable and natural. Then, fire the ball forward as fast as you can.

Most successful teams are that way because of excellent leadership. They have quarterbacks who are smart, quick, and possess the ability to co-ordinate eleven players into a smooth-working team.

The most important thing a modern football player as an individual, and players as a team, should know are the men they are to play against each week. This article will help you to get in the game!

Throughout my long passing career, there has been at least one group of opponents for whom I have held the utmost respect. They are the defensive halfbacks, the quarterback's arch-enemies. Without good defensive halfbacks, no team can succeed.

If you want to be an All-Star halfback, study and practice the passing fundamentals. This is a must, of course, for any boy who has his eyes on the quarterback position.

I shall discuss the art of gripping a football under three main headings: the overhand grip, the thumb grip and the palm grip. Grip and delivery are the mechanics of actually throwing the ball - of getting it up into the air.

Looking for a leader on your team? The quarterback influences a team's performance greatly so to be successful, you need a well trained and athletic quarterback. The qualities listed will help you to decide the right quarterback to lead your team to victory.

Where did this important position originate, and how has it evolved to the way the game is played today? This historical piece gives some interesting information.