In the offseason of S30 Heinrich Kackpoo called up Michael Witheblock to ask him about a topic that was on his mind for a few days. He wanted him to join him in leading a workshop in their home country. The austrian football team was preparing for the World Football Championships and there was a ton of work to do to be perfectly prepared. The knowledge about football was already very good, but they still needed fine tuning especially on the defensive side of the ball. Who would be better at teaching them the ins and outs of defensive concepts, than two of the best linebackers the ISFL has to offer. Physically the guys looked to be in football shape. They did good at preparing their bodies for that dangerous and tough game. BUt they were lacking tactical discipline. The whole week they trained recognizing looks and analyzing tendencies of opposing offenses. Sure, it was hard work. The players weren't used to spend that much time in the film room and then execute the things they learned on the field. But they tried their best and showed big improvements. With Witheblock and Kackpoo leading their defense in the upcoming Championships their defense should be a tough one to hang points on.
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