Wednesday....Hump day

We got in a full practice today.  Amazing, huh?  It was cloudy and overcast all day long, and it was spitting rain during practice.  We were really tight on the schedule (in case it rained) and Randy made sure we stayed on the practice plan.  All in all, it was a good day.  During 7 on 7, Miller and Perry actually fired the first verbal assault, and this time I answered back.  Usually, it is the other way around!  Offensively, we had some unexpected help from the defense this week.  Today, we got to use some of their regular players on offense, and it was sooo sweet.  Remember, most of these players once played (as 9th graders) on offense anyway, and it was nice to see them back.  All these guys are just pure, hard nosed football players.  We are constantly trying to build depth at all positions, so our younger kids get a lot of reps during spring; however, when it comes to nut cutting time, we are going to put our best eleven on the field.....two-way player or not. 

I like using defensive kids in certain positions.  These guys are used to coming downhill and hitting somebody, and that makes them perfect for down blocking or blocking the edge.  Also, the DB's make great running backs because they understand running lanes and cutbacks...... and they are just so damn physical.  As long as we don't overload them with our complicated offense and keep it simple, they will be awesome.  Luckily, their learning curve is going to be less because they all have experience on offense.  This is going to be great, and I appreciate the defensive coaches helping us out.  Sure makes our job easier. 

Two way players are common at smaller schools, but when you get to the larger schools (such as ours) the opposing teams usually have separate players for both offense and defense.  This way, each unit stays fresh during the game.  We just do not have the (3 deep depth) to substitute freely without a drop off, so using a few two-way players becomes necessary.  We will make sure the players are in good shape and ready for the rigors of the season. 

Tomorrow I will start the countdown until kickoff.  We play Treasure Coast next Thursday at South County Field. 

"Space Mountain May Be Getting Old,  But It Still Has The Longest Lines!"                            
WHOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!.......Ric Flair

GZ