Rae Crowther Junior S Pop Up Tackler - Football Tackling Sled with S Pad

Description

The Junior S Pop Up Tackler from Rae Crowther is a purpose-built tackling sled designed to bring realism and efficiency to every practice rep. Unlike standard cone-shaped dummies, the S-pad is sculpted to resemble an actual player - complete with a head, shoulders, and knees leaning forward - giving tacklers a true look and angle to work against. When driven to the ground, the sled's pop-up frame automatically uprights itself within seconds, keeping practice moving without any intervention from coaches or players.

Built for junior-level athletes, this sled is heavy enough to provide real resistance at 115 lbs while remaining compact and easy to work around on the field. The S-pad is thick, foam-surrounded, and features a removable two-part protective cover, so both the pad and the athlete are protected rep after rep. It is an ideal tool for teaching proper tackle mechanics - lowering the center of gravity, closing space ear to ear, and driving through the ball carrier.

Key Features

• Realistic S-Pad Shape: Sculpted to resemble a player leaning forward - head, shoulders, and knees - giving tacklers a realistic look and angle instead of a generic cone shape.
• Pop-Up Frame Technology: Automatically uprights itself in seconds after being tackled to the ground, with no assist from players or coaches - maximizing rep efficiency.
• Teaches Proper Tackling Mechanics: Encourages athletes to lower their center of gravity, close space to the ball carrier ear to ear, and make the tackle stick.
• 115 lb Weight: Heavy enough to provide real resistance and allow players to run their feet through contact, yet not overly wide or cumbersome.
• Thick, Protective Foam Padding: The S-pad fully surrounds the metal pad plate with foam, helping protect the tackler on impact.
• Secure Non-Slip Pad Design: The S-pad does not slide on, so it does not slide off during hard contact - staying in place rep after rep.
• Removable Two-Part Protective Cover: Covers and protects the foam interior when not in use, extending the life of the pad.
• Powder Coated Black Frame: Durable powder coat finish protects the steel frame from rust and field wear.
• Available in Three Pad Colors: Junior S-pad available in Black, Royal, and Red to match team colors.
• Junior Size: Scaled for younger athletes, making it the right fit for youth and junior-level football programs.

Pad Color Options & Which to Choose

• Black S-Pad: A classic, neutral option that fits virtually any program. Great for teams that want a standard look or multi-team shared use.
• Royal S-Pad: A bold royal blue pad - ideal for teams with blue as a primary or secondary school color, adding team-specific identity to practice equipment.
• Red S-Pad: A vibrant red option for teams whose colors include red, helping reinforce team pride right on the practice field.

Shipping

Ships free! Please email us at service@omahasportsandgames.com for a delivery ETA or to confirm shipping details.

What's Included

• Junior S Pop Up Tackler frame (powder coated black)
• Junior S-Pad in your choice of color (Black, Royal, or Red)
• Removable two-part protective pad cover

Why You'll Love It

Rae Crowther has been building football training equipment trusted by programs at every level, and the Junior S Pop Up Tackler reflects that legacy of quality and innovation. The automatic pop-up mechanism keeps your practice tempo high - no wasted time resetting the sled between reps. Coaches love that it teaches the right technique: getting low, closing space, and finishing the tackle with authority. The rugged steel frame and thick foam padding are built to handle the demands of daily practice, season after season. Whether you're running a youth league or developing the next generation of high school players, this sled is engineered to make every rep count. It's the kind of equipment that pays for itself in better-prepared athletes.

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