Refine your long snapping skills with top-tier instruction and training at
X Long Snapping. Our academy offers comprehensive training programs for athletes aged 8 and up, focusing on year-round sessions to accommodate your schedule.
Seeking customized long snapping instruction? Look no further. Our accomplished instructors bring years of experience and have been offering professional mentoring and recruitment guidance since our establishment. Whether you prefer one-on-one or group instruction, we are dedicated to unleashing your full potential and fostering success both on and off the field.







Tyler Kirkland has kicked off his college specialist camp visits. 1st to South Alabama where he won the accuracy portion. Then over to Troy where he left his mark as well.

Brady Dolan kicked off this 2022 specialist camp season in Cincinnati. Finished 3rd just behind to 2023 guys. He is a 2028 guy. However, Brady still brought home 2 awards. Best Young Long Snapper. And Top under 10th grade. Brady will be showing out next week in Arkansas for Coach Fountain.
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Whether you're a beginner looking to learn the fundamentals, an experienced player aiming refine your skills, we will provide you with essential techniques, drills, and tips to elevate your long snapping game. Long snapping is a crucial position in football, and it can make a significant difference on the field Let's dive in and unlock potential as a long snapper.
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Elevate your long snapping skills with X Long Snapping. As a former All-American and Top Performer, I comprehend the dedication and hard work required to excel in this specialized position. Having secured an FBS D1 Full Scholarship as a Long snapper straight out of High School, I am devoted to helping aspiring athletes achieve similar success
More about my background:
Profile5-Star Long Snapper (FBS/FCS D1 Starter) with a proven track record of excellence. Full athletic scholarship recipient at University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB, 2021-2023) and University of Idaho (2024-2025). Ranked #2 nationally among long snappers (Class of 2021) and #1 in Alabama from 7th grade through high school. Founder of X Long Snapping Academy, training middle school to college athletes. Committed to pursuing an NFL career with a focus on precision, consistency, and leadership.
Education
University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB)
National Scholar Athlete
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Accepted into Neuroscience program, August 2020
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Full athletic scholarship recipient, June 2020
University of Idaho
B.S. Criminology
Graduated May 9th, 2025.
Transferred: 2024, Full athletic scholarship
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Tied tackle record for a long snapper in 2024
Athletic Achievements
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College Performance:
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UAB (2021-2023): 100% snap accuracy on all punts, field goals, and PATs (game film available on YouTube)
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Idaho (2024-2025): Tied tackle record for a long snapper
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Notable Play: Forced fumble on Georgia’s star returner Mekhi Mews, leading to UAB’s only score against 2x National Champions (September 23, 2023)
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High School Achievements (Chelsea High School, 2017-2021):
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Lettered on Varsity: 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
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First long snapper in Alabama history to receive a full FBS D1 scholarship out of high school
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#1 ranked long snapper in Alabama (7th grade through high school)
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2017 Army All-American Long Snapper (forfeited game participation due to AHSAA rule)
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2017 FBU All-American MVP
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Total Snaps (2017-2020): 312 (186 punts, 107 PATs, 19 FGs) with 99.34% accuracy
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National Rankings:
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#2 nationally, Class of 2021 (HKA)
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Top 12 (Rubio Long Snapping)
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Highest-ranked player (5-star) to sign with UAB Football
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Potentially highest-ranked player to sign with Idaho Football
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Training and Camps
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Rubio Long Snapping Camps (2014-2020):
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Vegas XXXI (2017): MVP Notables, Best on Social Media (Class of 2021)
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Vegas XXXIII (2018): Top 10 Finalist, Most Improved Long Snapper
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Highest national ranking: #5
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University Camps:
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UAB Prospect Camp (2016): Accuracy Winner (Long Snapping)
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University of Alabama Specialists Camp (2015-2019): All Saban Award (2017, 2018)
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University of Georgia Specialists Camp (2019)
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Florida State University Specialist Camp (2019)
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Other Notable Camps:
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Hammer Kicking Academy: Top 40 Invite, Ranked #2 Nationally (Class of 2021)
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FBU Top Gun Invitational (2017): MVP, All-American Long Snapper
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Nick Saban Football Camp (2009-2016): All Saban Team (2013, 2015), Championship Team (2015)
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Ongoing training with NFL long snappers, kickers, and punters.
Professional Experience
Founder, X Long Snapping Academy
2017-Present
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Developed a training academy for middle school to college long snappers
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Coached first athlete to secure an FBS D1 long snapping position at TSU (currently playing)
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Mentored athletes (Classes of 2024-2028) with D1 visits and multiple offers
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Partnered with NFL kickers to provide comprehensive specialist training
High School Game Statistics
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2017 Season (Freshman, Varsity & 9th Grade):
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Total: 53 punt snaps, 39 PAT snaps, 4 FG snaps
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Accuracy: 98.11% (punts), 100% (PATs/FGs)
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2018 Season (Varsity/JV Starter):
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Varsity: 39 punt snaps, 14 PAT snaps, 3 FG snaps
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JV: 3 punt snaps (where special teams were used)
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2019 Season (Junior, Varsity):
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52 punt snaps, 34 PAT snaps, 10 FG snaps
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Accuracy: 98% (1 uncatchable punt, 1 PAT error due to weather)
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2020 Season (Senior, Varsity):
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36 punt snaps, 11 PAT snaps, 4 FG snaps, 1 solo tackle
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Accuracy: 100%
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Additional Notes
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Transferred to Idaho (2024) due to coaching changes at UAB; no disciplinary or behavioral issues
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References available upon request

mike@xlongsnapping.comWith over two decades of training experience and a background in sports medicine and fitness, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to long snapping. Our academy's journey began in 2016, and since then, we have trained numerous successful long snappers across middle schools, high schools, and colleges in various states.
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