×
Return to recommended coaches
Derrick D Harris, Sandersville, GA Football Coach

Derrick D Harris

Grab-N-Spin It

Football

SILVER
33 reviews

I am a former decorated quarterback/athlete that teaches basic fundamental, bio-mechanical techniques for the QB, WR, RB & DB positions within the sport of American football. View all coaching experience

This coach is unavailable to take clients at this time.

Training Locations
Training Locations
  1. Milledgeville, GA
  2. Augusta, GA
  3. Warner Robins, GA

Coach is willing to travel up to 50 miles

  • University of Georgia (GA)

  • 25 years

  • Qualified Private Coach
    Passed Coach Course

  • Adults, Kids, Teenagers

  • Defensive Back, Running Back, Wide Receiver, Quarterback

  • Jamming, Tackling, Pass Defense, Throwing, Route Running, Hand Placement, Footwork, Cutting, Catching, Blocking

Credentials

  • University of Georgia (GA)

  • 25 years

  • Qualified Private Coach
    Passed Coach Course

Services

  • Adults, Kids, Teenagers

  • Defensive Back, Running Back, Wide Receiver, Quarterback

  • Jamming, Tackling, Pass Defense, Throwing, Route Running, Hand Placement, Footwork, Cutting, Catching, Blocking

More About Coach Derrick D

I have accumulated a wide range of knowledge on the fundamental mechanical movements that are required to be a successful quarterback, receiver, running back and defensive back. I want to continually share my knowledge and expertise with all age groups and levels of competition. I've coached at the high school AAAAA level both as a QB/WR coach/Passing Game Coordinator in Douglas County, GA in (2013); QB Coach at Peachtree Ridge JV (Gwinnett County Football League) in 2014; RB Coach at AAAAAA Northview High (Johns Creek, GA in 2015 -2016) and most recently, I was an Asst. DB Coach on a 2019-2020 GHSA (Georgia) AA State Champion football team at Dublin High School. Coached two AA-All-State defensive backs at Dublin High from (2017 -2020). I also served as a volunteer QB/RB coach at MGSU's club football team in 2021 while assisting with offensive coordination. I also have worked as a private QB/WR coach across the Southeastern United States for the past eighteen years. I have conducted numerous QB/WR camps in Georgia and South Carolina over the past twenty-plus years.

High School:
Playing Quarterback: Two-time Macon Telegraph & News Heart of Georgia All Star, GHSA AAA- (SR) All State & (JR) Honorable Mention All Star; National Blue Chip Award (4 Star QB rated); Most Valuable Player and Offensive Player-of-the-Year. In addition to excelling in football, I also was a standout in baseball as an outfielder where I achieved the "Mr. Clutch" Award and was inducted into the Dublin High School Touchdown Club Hall of Fame

College:
Attended the University of Georgia as a full scholarship student-athlete under the guidance of the legendary coach Vincent J. Dooley within in the SEC. During my stay there, I managed to become a 1988 Letterman and Offensive Scout Team Player-of-the-Year while playing as a quarterback, wide receiver and punt returner for the Bulldogs. I later transferred to Western Carolina University within the Southern Conference acquiring two Southern Conference Player-of-the-Week honors as a quarterback. I also was recognized as a Southern Conference All-Academic Team member.

This only represents the initial training required to demonstrate a "working, functional knowledge" of private positional training for the Quarterback, Wide Receiver, Running Back and Defensive Back positions.

1) Evaluation: (QB) Accuracy, Arm Strength, Body Alignment, Passing Mechanics, Mobility (Footwork) (WR) Speed, Lateral movement , Hands, Cutting (Footwork)
2) Kneeling Passes: QB kneels on one (alternating) knee and does passes while over exaggerating a torso twist.
3) Thumb Up,Thumb Down Mechanics: Wrist rotation creating "spin" needed for control of the flight of football.
4) Standing Passes: QB stands with one (alternating) foot ahead of the other while over exaggerating the torso twist to develop core and stressing accuracy.
5) Passing Drops/Footwork: 1 step, 3 step, 5 step, 7 step drops for entire prototypical passing game while achieving proper depth and timing to deliver the ball. Shotgun drops and stance with positioning of hands in order to receive the football without fumbling the snap.
6) Passing Delivery Bio-mechanics: Entire body mechanics required to pass accurately to deliver the ball with preciseness.

WR Release Techniques: WR are put through several scenarios of how to "get off" of the line of scrimmage to create separation from various defender alignments and techniques. Includes inside/outside "stemming" depending on defender, pre-snap alignment.
**Passing route tree: QB/WR will actively engage in an entire passing route tree to evaluate there ability to make all throws and run every route within the game of football. !.) Rope drill - sinking the hips during breaks 2.) Speed cuts vs. Stutter cuts 3.) High point -Protect drill 4.) Hand Combat/Leverage drills 5.) Eyes/Head faints 6.) Boundary drills 7.) Deep ball techniques 8.) Hand-eye/Catching drills

RB Drills: 1.) Bag drills 2.) Cuts drill 3.) Reaction drill 4) Pass Pro drill 5.) Combat drills

DB Drills: 1.) Stance 2.) Press/Press Man/Press Bail/Off Man/Zone-Man techniques 3.) T steps 4.) Bicycle turn 5.) Knowing your "cushion" 6.) Eye Discipline 7.) Field Route Awareness 8.) Run Support 9.) Open Field Tackling 10.) Deep Ball techniques

Action Photos

Client Reviews

Coach Derrick is an Great coach. He's prompt and very knowledgable in football. He arrived early to the training session and was waiting on the field for my son at every session. He gave very detailed instructions as well as explained how and why my son should use certain techniques. We could tell from the way he taught that he has many years of experience. My son loves how interactive Coach Derrick was with him on the field. He enjoyed each training session and is looking forward to more.

Coach Derrick is a great coach. In one session he had my son throwing better and feeling more comfortable about playing quarterback. He is very knowledgeable about the game of football and I would highly recommend him.

Coach Harris is an excellent coach. He assessed my son's weaknesses and strengths and by the end of the session I saw improvement within my son. Coach Harris is very inspiring and knows how to build a child's self esteem. Because of his prior football experience he is a coach that teaches and motivate. I will continue to book him.

My son expressed an interest in playing football but had never really played before. Coach Derrick's evaluation session gave my son a chance to explore different positions, and Coach Derrick provided both in-person and written feedback. He honed in on my son's strengths and provided advice and tips for improvement. My son walked away with a better understanding of his natural abilities as well as understanding of the areas he should focus on. I appreciated his time, effort, and straight-forwardness. I highly recommend this coach, especially if you have a child who is uncertain or perhaps doesn't have much direction or confidence in his abilities just yet.

Coach Derrick was very courteous and professional. My son really enjoyed his first session. Coach gave him great tips and tricks on improving his technique. He also showed my son some drills to practice outside of their sessions. We definitely plan to book future sessions.

My son is 11 and been at the QB position for a few years. We scheduled our first session with Coach Harris and I could tell my son was nervous. At some point they have to graduate to someone that can take them to the next level. Coach Harris made him feel comfortable and had a good mix of skill training and fun. He has a positive and exciting technique that will keep kids wanting to learn more.

Best coach around!

Coach Derrick has done a phenomenal job with our son. Not only does he drive home the fundamentals but he also keeps it fun in the process. His enthusiasm is contagious and really helps him deliver his message of growth and success. As a former coach myself, I would highly recommend Coach Harris for athletes at any level. Whether it's fundamentals, technique or x's and O's, coach Harris can take your athlete to the next level.

Coach Harris was great in our 1st coaching session. He did a really nice job of evaluating my son and identifying priorities to begin working on immediately. He also was really great communicating even to a 9 year old about complex technical matters like a throwing motion, angle, velocity, aim, etc. He paired his critique and praise well to make it enjoyable yet informative/instructional. He motivated my son to want to work hard and simultaneously gave him the confidence that he can & will get better. He was also a realist - making sure my son understood what is required to be a quarterback.

Really great first session with plenty of homework to practice before our next session. Thanks Coach Harris!

Great first experience. My son word”awesome”

I highly recommend Coach Harris for any athlete who is serious about becoming an extraordinary football player. He exceeded my expectations and that says a lot as a former youth coach. He had a plan for my son from the start of the training session to the end. We will be using Coach Harris to continue my son's progress as a High School quarter back.

Coach Derrick has a great understanding of the fundamentals of the QB position. He works well with younger kids on the finer points and techniques. Highly recommend.

Coach Derrick exceeded our expectations, to say the least. He handles his clients like a true professional; showed up early and ready to go from the first second. Derrick is clearly an expert at the quarterback position and his techniques produced results right away. He is very engaging and established rapport with my son right away. My son has fun during the sessions and really likes working with Derrick. He seems to have an encyclopedic knowledge of every notable quarterback and points out similarities and differences compared to what he sees my son doing. Looking forward to working with him again.

Coach Harris is a great coach!! Knew exactly what training I needed in less than 10 mins... He filled my spots and taught me alot only on my first visit!! Cannot wait to see what more coach harris has stored for me.

Coach Derrick is great. Our son is transitioning from basketball to football. Super athletic but needed to learn form and footwork. Derrick fit the bill. Thanks Derrick!!

(no details provided)

Coach Harris is very professional, motivating and maintains excellent communication. Impressed how quick he picked up on my son's strengths to determine what positions he would be best suited. We are excited to continue training with Coach Harris.

Coach derrick was amazing! It was my first session today and he analyzed my throwing motion and corrected my problems right away! I saw significant improvement after a 60 minute session and I was impressed. He also is a fun and great guy to work with, and I'd highly highly recommend him as a coach :)

Coach Derrick was a very impressive coach on our 1st session. My son, Carson, has played football for one year (he is 7 years old) but has never been trained on the Quarterback position. Coach Derrick not only was patient with Carson, but broke the technique down (if he was having trouble grasping it) to make it very understandable, and reinforced the understanding with repetition. Coach Derrick was both highly motivating and quick to correct a wrong movement. Carson had so much fun while taking in an abundance of knowledge that he will practice for the next session. As an educator, I was very impressed with Coach Derricks positive energy, structure, and professionalism. I would highly reccomend Coach Derrick , and we are looking forward to our next session!

Coach Derrick worked with my son for the first time and it was a great experience! My son is 11 and has been playing QB for several years and has worked with multiple coaches. He said he learned so much that one session that he was never taught before. He is extremely excited to continue working with Coach Derrick! Thanks, Coach!!

(no details provided)

(no details provided)

(no details provided)

Coach Derrick did a great job with our 11 year old son. Great attitude and really took the time to teach him fundamentals. Great job.

I wanted to provide a review for Coach Harris. A bit of background for those of you considering Coach Harris.

I grew up playing football and specifically the quarterback position. I have coached youth tackle football for several years. My son is 10 years old and plays quarterback. He has some potential, but we got to the point where he didn't want to hear dad's suggestions anymore so I ordered 5 sessions with Coach Harris.

He is an excellent QB coach. He relates very well to kids. He can explain technique and mechanics in a way that is understandable for a 10 year old. He brings energy and enthusiasm to every session. Leaves you with things to work on during the week and provides positive feedback. In a very short time, I have seen my son improve with his accuracy and arm strength from both Coach Harris' teaching and then my son puts in the work during the week.

I would highly recommend Coach Harris and have already done so to other parents that I know. I plan to bring my entire backfield for a few sessions with Coach Harris once the season approaches.

Thanks Coach!

Coach Derrick is an extremely good teacher. He made the session comfortable before it even started. I asked for a time adjustment shortly before our session and he accommodated me with no problem. I was also a little late and the hour did not start until i arrived. He made me feel very comfortable and boosted my confidence throughout the entire training. Even though this was our first workout, he has already made my weaknesses strong and my strengths stronger. He explained everything he was teaching me, so that i would be technically and tactically proficient once we are finished. I would recommend him to athletes of any sex or age. I'm looking forward to our next session.

Coach Derrick was awesome working with my son we look forward to more sessions with coach Derrick.

Coach Derrick is an excellent coach! He is passionate about teaching the proper fundamentals of football and knows the game inside and out. I highly recommend Coach Derrick for your training needs!

Coach Derrick has been a true God Send. I spoke with several other coaches prior to reaching out to him. I must say that after the first correspondence with Coach Derrick I was ready to move forward! Although the focus is on helping my son achieve his goals in football, I was most impressed with the emphasis he placed on education. Education in my opinion is first and foremost and it was very clear that he too believes that education is an important factor for any athlete. Coach Derrick took the time to meet with us and asked pertinent questions, he wasn't just telling me things to sell me and take my money he has genuine love and concern for the athlete and the sport. My son has a different attitude and I am truly looking forward to the training and mentoring that my son will be receiving. I highly recommend Coach Derrick to any parent that is truly seeking positive results.

We have just begun our journey with Coach Harris and it has been awesome! He has instilled confidence in my son and has helped to sharpen his mechanics and understanding of what it takes to be a QB. It is still a work in progress, but we are looking forward to continuing the work with Coach Harris.

My son worked with Coach Harris and after only nine workouts, my son was selected as a state All Star for the quarterback for the recreational football league that plays interstate competitions. He excelled at the tryout and showed his fundamental training that Coach Harris drilled him with and was one of four QB's selected that day. I was definitely impressed on how well Jaymar performed by using basic body alignment and mechanics that he learned from coach. I would recommend him if you want to truly get some "return on investment".....Mr. Evans (father of eight yr old Jaymar)
I hired Coach Harris as a referral from our high school football program and he immediately gave our son a free 30 minute evaluation before agreeing to take him on as an ongoing client. That impressed me that he is not going to mislead and will qualify whether your kid has the making of a quarterback. That impressed me more than anything. He never wants to waste your time or money unless he is assured that there is a desire and an innate ability to play that very demanding position in sport. Since little Nate has been converted from an offensive lineman to a quarterback in just five months, he has gone from second on the depth chart to the starting quarterback of his team and has performed incredibly in the summer 7 on 7 competitions. His improvement at the QB position has been remarkable. Coach Harris challenges you to work to get better and it shows in my son." Mr. Dion Miller
After working with Coach Harris, I have become more confident in my quarterback abilities and have performed well during 7 on 7 tournaments this summer. He instills the basics when teaching you and he gives you so many different situations that it forces you to focus on getting better. I really enjoy working with him as I've gotten much better in leading my teammates." 12 YR old Zane Ly Coach Harris has done a remarkable job getting my son ready for his eighth grade year as the projected starting quarterback. His arm strength and accuracy have gotten noticeably better after a few months of working with my son. Having attended many of his workouts, he really spends time not only teaching, but most importantly, demonstrating how to do it as well which is incredible. Seeing Coach Harris do it somehow motivates his clients to outperform him and that causes them to want to compete. That's what separates him from many other private coaches. He actually can show you how to do it too. I am very happy with our selection of Coach Harris as he is proving to be a great investment to my son and his future endeavors." (Tommy Ly) Father of Zane
Share This Coach

CoachUp's Got Your Back
  • Runs Sex Offender screening on every coach
  • Ensures high quality coaches with verified reviews
  • 100% money back guarantee
  • Offers 24/7 support and helpful Athlete Advisors
  • Easy payments via credit card, no need for cash
  • Provides convenient scheduling with calendar integration
  • Enables automated reminders before training sessions
  • Captures post-session feedback directly from your coach

Questions? We can help.

Home Football All States Georgia Sandersville Derrick D H.