Linebacker training to read fast and finish.
Reading keys, fitting the run and tackling with good technique, coached one-on-one so linebackers play fast instead of guessing.
Coach Zac Saleski played professionally in the Arena League and the CFL and coaches the offensive line and run game for back-to-back national champion Ohio State Club Football. He teaches linebackers to read the blocking schemes he designs.
What we work on
Every session starts with where your linebacker is now and builds the habits that show up on film.
Stance and keys
A ready stance and reading the guards and backs to know run or pass right away.
Run fits
Knowing your gap, filling it fast and playing with the right leverage on the ball carrier.
Taking on blocks
Stacking and shedding blockers with your hands so you stay free to make plays.
Tackling technique
Safe, head-up tackling with good angles, pursuit and wrapping up to finish every play.
Pass coverage
Zone drops, eye discipline and covering backs and tight ends man to man.
Blitzing
Timing the snap, avoiding blockers and closing on the quarterback.
Who it's for
From young linebackers learning to read to varsity starters chasing college offers.
- Youth and middle school linebackers building good habits early
- High school inside and outside linebackers
- Linebackers preparing for camps, combines and college evaluations
- Safeties and ends moving to linebacker
Where we train
Olentangy Orange High School
2840 E. Orange Road
Lewis Center, OH 43035
Serving Columbus, Lewis Center, Westerville, Dublin, Powell and Delaware. Get directions
Sessions and prices
60-minute sessions, paid at booking. Packs are the best value for steady progress.
10-session pack
$500 / 10 sessions
$50 a session with a full development plan, film review and a mid-pack check-in.
Buy 10-packSee all options, including the 5-session pack, on the pricing page.
Linebacker questions
My linebacker always seems a step late. Can you help?
Usually. Being late is most often a reading problem, not a speed problem. Learning the right keys lets a linebacker trigger sooner.
Do you teach safe tackling?
Yes. Tackling is taught with the head up and out of the contact, with good angles and a strong wrap.
Is there live contact in sessions?
Sessions focus on technique with pads, bags and controlled drills rather than full-speed live hitting.
Can you help my linebacker get recruited?
Yes. See recruiting services for consultations and ongoing guidance.
Read it. Fit it. Finish it.
Book a session and start building the reads and technique that make tackles.
Other positions: Quarterback, Wide receiver, Running back, Offensive line, Defensive line, Defensive back. Training near you: Lewis Center, Westerville, Dublin.