The Complete Handbook of American Football Kicking Tees & Holders
A practical reference for coaches, equipment managers, manufacturers, and serious players
by Alumigogo Books
non-fiction
The definitive practical reference for choosing, using, and maintaining American football kicking tees and holders—for coaches, equipment managers, and manufacturers.
About this book
American football kicking tees and holders are simple devices, but their role in practice and game performance is critical and often misunderstood. Coaches and equipment managers face real decisions: which tee height works best for which kicker? When should a tee be replaced? What does a holder actually do, and how does it differ from a tee? Manufacturers and resellers need to understand market positioning and customer needs. Serious players and amateur organizations need to know what to buy and how to maintain it.
This handbook provides definitive, neutral guidance on every aspect of kicking tees and holders. You'll learn how these devices function within the rules of football, what specifications actually matter when evaluating them, how to install and troubleshoot them correctly, and how to recognize when they need replacement. The book also covers the business landscape—brands, pricing, suppliers, and concrete opportunities for coaches, equipment managers, and entrepreneurs who want to enter or expand in this category.
Whether you manage equipment at a high school, coach at the amateur or professional level, manufacture or resell these devices, or simply want to understand the category thoroughly, this handbook delivers the practical knowledge you need.
Reader Reviews
Mary Garcia
★★★★★Mary Garcia: As a high school equipment manager for eight years, I thought I knew tees. This book clarified things I'd been guessing on—especially the chapter on specifications and why certain adjustments actually matter for different kicker types. The troubleshooting section saved me from ordering replacements I didn't need. My only wish is more detail on bulk purchasing discounts, but that's a minor gap. Really solid reference.
Gary Baker
★★★★★Gary Baker: The book is thorough and well-organized, which I appreciate. I got a lot out of the business chapter—didn't realize there was a rental and consulting opportunity here. That said, some of the technical specs in Chapter 2 felt repetitive, and I would have liked more visual diagrams showing proper installation angles. Still worth the purchase for a coach.
Jessica Jackson
★★★★★Jessica Jackson: Covers the basics well and I found the maintenance section genuinely useful. My frustration is that it doesn't go deeper into why certain materials work better in cold vs. wet climates—that would have saved me a lot of trial and error. The FAQ section is practical, but I wanted more detail on adapting equipment for youth leagues with different rules. Good fundamentals, though.
Jonathan Martin
★★★★★Jonathan Martin: Exactly what I needed. I run a small equipment supply business and was flying somewhat blind on the product landscape. The brands and suppliers chapter alone was worth it—gave me a clear picture of who's premium, who's budget, and where the gaps are. The glossary is excellent. Minor point: more international context would be nice, but for American football this is the resource.
Laura Carter
★★★★★Laura Carter: This is the first resource I've found that actually explains kicking tees as systems rather than just gear catalogs or vague advice. The chapter on understanding how tees and holders work together clarified why my kicker was having problems with consistency. Clear writing, no fluff, and immediately useful. Recommend to any coach or athletic director.