April kicks off the youth football registration period across the country.  It’s also the ideal time to start getting your child ready for his upcoming youth football practices.  Here’s a list of our top 5 April essentials. 1.  Agility Squares Footwork Ladder, Strap Rungs Help prepare your child with a footwork ladder.  Often overlooked, it’s a training aid that’s versatile and simple to use.   Your child will improve balance, coordination and body control using this basic tool.  Fast feet!  Use as one single ladder or attach side by side for a variety of drills. 2.  Youth Football Kicking, Punting, Long Snapping and Passing Training Net This training net is just over 5 feet tall and is perfect for your backyard.  Several of its highlighted features include that it is lightweight and portable, which is great for your back.  A centered target means there are accuracy drills to setup (or have some fun with trick shots from your neighbor’s backyard). 3.  Speed Training DVD This DVD explains and demonstrates how to perform speed drills and exercise.  Among the various topics covered: sprint phases, upper-body mechanics while running, speed drills, plyometric exercises, footwork drills, and other training methods. 4.  Rawlings Youth Football A football for the new season is always a great April essential.  Throw a football around with your child and get him ready for the upcoming season. 5.  Under Armour Short-sleeve Heatgear Tee Under Armour has mastered youth football apparel.  We do recommend getting this Heatgear t-shirt a size bigger because it is compressed.  This Under Armour tee will keep your child dry/cool and will be a favorite youth football essential.