Servite OLs Get Ready for Gridiron with the 'Anchor' Drill
At Servite's Open football program, linemen are gearing up for the upcoming season with a crucial drill that targets their ability to maintain blocking assignments and anchor the line of scrimmage. The 'Anchor' drill involves OL players setting up in a 3-point stance, with their hands on the ground and their feet shoulder-width apart. Coaches will call out a series of 'sets' – 3 reps of 10 seconds, 2 reps of 15 seconds, and 1 rep of 20 seconds – with players focusing on maintaining their position and resisting the push of a defender. Coaching cues include 'dig in,' 'stay low,' and 'drive through.' This drill translates to game performance by improving players' ability to maintain their blocks and stay in position, even in the face of intense pressure.