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Building a Stronger Foundation: The Dutchmen's OL Block-Shed Drill
📍 Erasmus Hall Dutchmen·Thursday, July 30, 2026·FridayNightPulse Insider
For Erasmus Hall Dutchmen's OL players, this block-shed drill is a crucial component of their pre-season training. The drill involves 3 sets of 10 reps, with 30 seconds of rest in between sets. Players line up in a 3-point stance, with a defender lined up directly across from them. On the whistle, the OL player must explode off the line, block the defender, and quickly shed them to the side. Coaching cues include 'explosive off the ball,' 'keep your head up,' and 'shed with your feet.' This drill translates to game performance by improving the OL player's ability to quickly engage and release from blocks, allowing them to maintain a strong pocket for their QB.