We conclude our 7 weeks of OTAs and begin our 2-week dead period before training camp this Saturday with our 7v7 tournament, Strongman Competition, and O-Line Challenge. There are a lot of 7v7 tournaments, and I obviously believe ours is a pretty good one, but what makes ours so special is the Strongman and OLine Challenge. I just do not understand why more 7v7s don’t do something for the “Big Guys.”
We host four events in our Strongman competition: Log Press, Farmers Carry, Hexbar Deadlift, Seated Sled Pull. And have 5 events in our OLine Challenge: Slam Ball Thruster Toss, Sled Drive Relay, Tire Flip Relay, Sandbag Relay, and Tug-of-war. Strongman competitors compete as individuals in either the over 220lbs or under 220lbs division. OLine Challenge teams are made up of a group of five players competing as a team.
While 7v7 games can sometimes be contentious, the Strongman and OLine Challenge competitions are always spirited. There is rivalry and fierce competition, but it is rooted in mutual respect and encouragement. Competitors cheer each other on to achieve one more rep or one more step, then celebrate each other’s successes, inspiring everyone to do even better. The success of one does not spark jealousy in others. It sparks belief that they can do the same or better. As we often say in our blog, iron sharpens iron.
Coach Rich Alercio is available to discuss coaching philosophy, X’s & O’s, or teach his O-Line “techniques in the trenches.” Contact Coach at richalercio@gmail.com and share http://www.olineskills.com with your colleagues and friends. Thanks for supporting this blog and joining our conversations, and as always, thanks for your time!
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