LYCOMING TO HOST “LINEMAN’S CHALLENGE”

WILLIAMSPORT, PA – As fall approaches, preseason chatter about high school football tends to center on the so-called “skill” positions – quarterback, running back, wide receiver, defensive back, linebacker, etc. Rarely would one hear a fan comment on the fortunes of a team resting on the footwork of the offensive linemen or the quick hands of the defensive linemen, yet once the season hits most coaches will tell you the team that wins the battle at the line-of-scrimmage – wins the game.

Those often under appreciated linemen will take center stage on Saturday, July 26, at David Person Field, as Lycoming College will host the 3rd annual Warrior Lineman’s Challenge. The event, co-sponsored by DeMans Sporting Goods of Brookville, Pa., will begin at noon and is open to the public. Concessions will be available.

The event will feature teams of five linemen from local and regional high schools competing in a series of five team and four individual events that will showcase the skills and talents of offensive and defensive linemen. The team events include an obstacle course, tug-of-war, seven-man sled, shuttle run and 1-man sled relay. Individual events include bench press, arm wrestling, push ups, and tire toss. 

“We’re very excited to host this event at the College. It’s great for the linemen to get an opportunity to show off their skills,” said Steve Wiser, who is organizing the competition and is the Warriors’ defensive coordinator. “We’re looking forward to a fun event this Saturday and hope fans of high school football will come out and enjoy this unique competition.”