Upgrade Your Training with Quickness Drills That Actually Transfer

Simple. Practical. Immediately usable. Drills you can plug into your training today—no matter the age, level, or group size.

Train Real Game Speed

The Real Reason Your Athletes Aren’t As Quick As They Should Be

You Train Speed. You Run Drills. You Work on Cuts & Change of Direction; But Something’s Missing.

Most programs ignore one critical performance quality: INSTANTANEOUS STIFFNESS

If Athletes Can’t:

Contol Their Mass Instantly
Plant Without Over-Bending
Eliminate Shoulder Sway
Reposition Feet Quickly Under Their Center of Mass

They will always be a split-second late. And in sport?

A split-second is everything.

The Consequences

Without Stiffness:

Cuts become slow and “mushy”
Athletes over-bend and lose elastic energy
Deceleration becomes inefficient
Reactive quickness disappears
Energy leaks through unnecessary motion

They work harder, but move slower.

The ALTERNATIVE APPROACH

GAME-LIKE SPEED

A Practical, Field-Tested System that Teaches Athletes to:

Gain stiffness instantly
Control mass & momentum
Use elastic energy instead of grinding power
Reposition feet under the center of mass
Move in & out of cuts with minimal wasted motion

And, the best part…You don’t need fancy equipment.

Game-Like Speed Coach

Meet The Speed Guy

Lee Taft, “The Speed Guy,” is a world-renowned expert in multidirectional speed training with over 35 years of experience. As the CEO and Founder of LeeTaft.com, he has pioneered game-changing techniques used by athletes at all levels—from youth to the pros. His speed training principles are trusted by elite performance facilities, universities, and professional teams, including those in the NFL, NBA, and MLB.

In 2003, Lee reshaped the industry with the Groundbreaking Athletic Movement, introducing key concepts such as the “Plyo Step” and “Hip Turn.” Through coaching, consulting, and certifications, he has helped thousands of athletes and coaches develop superior speed, strength, and injury resilience. A dedicated mentor, Lee continues to educate sports performance professionals worldwide, ensuring athletes move faster and smarter for long-term success.

WHAT EQUIPMENT DO YOU NEED?

For decades, Lee’s tools of choice have been the same: the Agility Ladder, the Low Box, and, of course, a Superband.

Take a Closer Look at the ONLY Equipment You Will Need To Get Started

AGILITY LADDER

Why Use the Agility Ladder to Aid In Creating Stiffness?

The ladder is an ideal tool to safely and progressively build stiffness.
It keeps athletes confined to a controlled space, making coaching more effective.
Clear boundaries prevent athletes from overextending or putting themselves at risk.
With targeted cueing, athletes learn to “stick” their landings.
This teaches muscles to properly manage force while stabilizing the joints.
It prepares athletes for a safer, more successful workout.

LOW BOX

Why Use the Low Box?

When reacting to an opponent’s ball movement, the athlete must make an instantaneous change of direction.
The outside leg must become the plant leg during the cut.
The Low Box teaches proper outside-leg planting while the inside leg becomes unweighted.
This mirrors how cutting mechanics occur at real-time game speed.
The Low Box should be approximately 4 inches high for optimal mechanics.
Heights above 4 inches (occasionally up to 6 inches) can disrupt natural flexion mechanics.

SUPERBAND

Why Use the Superband?

The superband is the key tool that makes the drill work.
It creates artificial momentum, so athletes feel real movement forces.
It mimics the sensation of shuffling hard for 5 yards before changing direction.
The added resistance forces athletes to manage mass and momentum.
When combined with the ladder and low box, it recreates forces similar to those of a true lateral plant or cut.
Athletes experience game-like change-of-direction demands in a controlled setting.

WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?

If you are looking for a quick, simple, and effective way to improve your athletes’ quickness when you have limited time and space, this is your resource.

Game Like Speed System

The KEY to GAME-LIKE SPEED & QUICKNESS is to be able to INSTANTLY plant your foot and accelerate in a different direction with no hesitation!

This isn’t a replacement program… It’s a powerful addendum that may become the most valuable part of your speed system. Add it to your warm-up, progress it properly, and watch the difference. Train stiffness. Unlock game speed.

Game Like Speed FAQ

What is the Game-Like Speed training system?

Game-Like Speed is a speed training system developed by Lee Taft that teaches athletes to control mass, momentum, and foot placement so they can instantly plant and change direction. The drills emphasize stiffness, efficient force transfer, and minimal wasted motion so quickness and agility training transfers directly to real sport situations.

Why is stiffness important for speed and quickness?

Stiffness allows athletes to instantly control their body when the foot hits the ground. When stiffness is present, athletes can plant, absorb force, and reaccelerate quickly without excessive bending. Without stiffness, cuts become slow, deceleration becomes inefficient, and reactive quickness decreases.

What equipment is required for Game-Like Speed drills?

Game-Like Speed drills require three simple tools: an agility ladder, a low box, and a superband. The ladder helps develop stiffness and landing control, the low box teaches proper outside-leg planting during cuts, and the superband creates artificial momentum so athletes experience realistic change-of-direction forces.

Who is Game-Like Speed training designed for?

Game-Like Speed training is designed for sport coaches, strength and conditioning coaches, trainers, and athletes of all ages and levels. The drills can be scaled for youth athletes, high school players, collegiate programs, and professional training environments.

How do Game-Like Speed drills improve quickness in sport?

Game-Like Speed drills improve quickness by teaching athletes to plant instantly, control momentum, and reposition the feet under the center of mass. This reduces wasted motion, improves cutting efficiency, and allows athletes to accelerate out of directional changes faster during real game situations.