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Raiders Ramp Up: Linebacker Agility Drill
📍 Cretin-Derham Hall Raiders·Monday, July 6, 2026·FridayNightPulse Insider
At Cretin-Derham Hall, linebackers are gearing up for the 2026 season with a high-intensity agility drill that targets speed, quickness, and reaction time. The 'L-Drill' involves a series of cones set up in a zig-zag pattern, 10 yards apart. Players start at one end and weave through the cones, focusing on rapid changes of direction. Coach Thompson recommends 3 sets of 10 reps, with 30 seconds rest between sets. Key coaching cues include 'eyes on the next cone' and 'stay low, stay fast.' This drill translates to game performance by simulating the quick decisions and rapid movements required in coverage and pursuit. By mastering the L-Drill, Raiders linebackers will be better equipped to react to opponents and make game-changing plays.