H2 Trench Factory gives high‑level coaching, intense reps, and competition that pushed me to improve every training session has helped me develop better footwork, hand placement, and leverage — the fundamentals that separate good linemen from great ones. Beyond skills, H2 Trench Factory instilled discipline, toughness, and confidence, preparing me to compete.
I attend H2 every session I possibly can. Love the drills and practicing the craft with other lineman.
| Time of Year | # of Sessions Per Week |
|---|---|
| During Football Season (Aug-Sept) | 1 |
| During the Off Season (Oct.-May) | 2-3 |
| Fall, Christmas, & Spring Break (2 Weeks in Oct, Dec, Mar) | 4-5 |
| Summer (June-July) | 4-5 |
At H2 Trench Factory, we learn the following fundamentals that are the foundation of line play.
Routinely practicing them makes lineman more consistent, harder to beat, and more effective.
Stance
- Keep a balanced base: feet shoulder‑width apart, weight evenly distributed.
- Sit into your hips with a flat back — not too high, not too low.
- Work on explosiveness out of your stance so you can fire off the ball without wasted motion.
Footwork
- Repeatedly drill short, powerful steps — no crossing feet, always under control.
- Work kick‑slide for pass protection: smooth, balanced, and patient.
- Emphasize angles in run blocking — step where the play is designed, not where the defender goes.
Hand Placement
- Strike inside the defender’s chest plate — thumbs up, elbows tight.
- Practice quick, violent hands that reset if knocked away.
- Focus on timing: hands should arrive with your feet to maximize leverage.
Leverage & Power
- Keep your pad level low — “low man wins” is the rule in the trenches.
- Bend at the hips, not the waist, so you stay powerful and balanced.
- Drive through with your legs to maintain force and stability. Play to the whistle.
