By RICK PETERSON
TopSports.news
Generally speaking, football linemen are very rarely in the spotlight.
That will change on Monday, June 21, when Shawnee Heights hosts the "Battle of the Bigs'' lineman challenge (5:30 p.m. start).
Shawnee Heights football coach Jason Swift said that the event "is a great way for linemen to build unity and compete in a non-contact competitive setting.''
Prizes and plaques will be given to the top five individuals and top five-man team.
Participating athetes will take part in nine measured events:
• 40-yard scoop and score.
• Tractor tire flip.
• Pro agility drill.
• 10-yard sled pull.
• 185-pound bench press for reps.
• Medicine ball toss.
• 10-yard sled drive.
• Pursuit drill.
• Obstacle course.
Cost is $20 and registration will begin at 5 p.m. on the 21st. Checks should be made payable to Shawnee Heights football.
Each participant will receive a T-shirt and free food.
A plaque will be presented to the top five-man team from the same school and bucket hats will be given to the top five individuals.
For more information contact Coach Swift at 913-908-7878.
