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Warrior Speed: Oak Grove's 6A S Players Get Ready for the Gridiron
📍 Oak Grove Warriors·Sunday, July 26, 2026·FridayNightPulse Insider
As the Oak Grove Warriors prepare for another 6A season, their speed specialists are honing their skills with a crucial drill: the 5-Yard Shuttle with Change of Direction. This high-intensity exercise targets acceleration, deceleration, and quickness, essential for S players in the Warriors' defense. The drill consists of 3 sets of 10 reps, with 30 seconds rest between sets. Players start at the 5-yard line, sprint to the 10-yard line, then immediately change direction and sprint back to the 5-yard line. Coaches cue: 'Fast feet, quick hips, and explosive acceleration.' This drill translates to game performance by improving S players' ability to cover receivers in space and quickly close gaps in the secondary.