How do I Create an Insert for a Playmaker Wristband?

The creation of playmaker wristbands has revolutionized football by limiting miscommunication, increasing the tempo of games through no-huddle offenses, and providing on-field cheat sheets for players on both sides of the ball. However, wristbands are only as good as the information on the cards that make up the inserts. Offensive players normally use a numeric listing of plays; defensive players are usually better served if they transcribe the scouting report on the opponent. You can buy wristbands that come with cards and places to insert them, but you'll need to make your own inserts to give you a card for every opponent.

Things You'll Need

  • Scouting report or plays
  • Permanent marker
  • 3- by 5-inch note card
  • Self-adhesive lamination paper
  • Scissors
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Instructions

    • 1
      Permanent marker provides bold print that will make your text easier to read.

      With a permanent marker, transfer information from your playbook or scouting report onto a 3- by 5-inch note card. Important details to include in a scouting report are tendencies of key players, frequently run plays and the situations in which your opponent tends to run them. Write in small but legible print.

    • 2

      Place the wristband insert onto the lamination paper and smooth the paper down. Repeat the process on the other side of the insert. Lamination will protect the insert from rain, mud and physical contact.

    • 3

      Use scissors to cut extra laminate off the sides of the note card. Also cut 1 to 2mm of the note card itself. This will make its insertion and removal from the wristband much easier.

    • 4

      Insert the note card into the wristband.