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The eight official combine stations

Every athlete completes all eight stations. Results are recorded by the coach assigned to that station, saved to the athlete's private profile, and scored against approved age-division standards.

01

40-Yard Dash

Straight-line speed measured from a two-point start through the laser gate.

Best time · sec15% weight
02

Vertical Jump

Explosive lower-body power measured from a standing vertical reach.

Best jump · in10% weight
03

Broad Jump

Horizontal explosive power measured from the take-off line to the heel.

Best distance · in10% weight
04

3-Cone Drill

Agility and change of direction through an L-shaped cone course.

Best time · sec10% weight
05

20-Yard Shuttle

Lateral quickness, acceleration and hand-plant turn technique.

Best time · sec10% weight
06

60-Yard Shuttle

Speed, agility and conditioning across a longer change-of-direction course.

Best time · sec10% weight
07

Deadlift

Supervised, age-appropriate strength assessment. Technique-first protocols.

Best lift · lb15% weight
08

Leadership Interview

Six character categories scored 1–5 by a trained interviewer. 30 points total.

Interview score · pts20% weight

Station 8 · Leadership interview

Character is scored, not assumed

Each athlete sits with a trained interviewer for a structured conversation. Six categories are scored from 1 to 5, for a maximum of 30 points. Interviewers use the same questions and the same criteria for every athlete in a division.

Confidence

Carries himself with poise; speaks clearly about his role.

1–5

Communication

Explains ideas clearly and listens well.

1–5

Teamwork

Puts the team ahead of personal stats.

1–5

Accountability

Owns mistakes without excuses.

1–5

Coachability

Receives correction and applies it.

1–5

Leadership

Lifts the standard for those around him.

1–5

Total possible score: 30 points

Sample interview questions

  • 01What does being a good teammate mean to you?
  • 02How do you respond when your team is losing?
  • 03What would you do if a teammate made a mistake?
  • 04How do you respond when your coach corrects you?
  • 05What makes someone a leader?
  • 06How do you show respect to your teammates?
  • 07What would you do if someone on your team was being bullied?
  • 08Why should a coach trust you?