February 10, 2012

The Citadel Friday practice report

The Citadel Football team worked out on Friday morning at Maybank Triplets Practice Facility at Willson Field. The Bulldogs worked out for two-and-a-half hours in humid conditions in the low-80’s.

Coach Kevin Higgins after Day 13:

“We started practice with a walk through as both sides of the ball introduced new concepts.

Typically, it is three-quarter speed with an emphasis on focusing on assignments. After our 1-on-1 drills, we did a live 1st and 10 scrimmage. Quarterback Ben Dupree broke a run of 40 yards for a touchdown. After that the defense forced three punts.”

“We had a very competitive pass skeleton period between the offense and defense. Several defensive back’s made good plays on the ball. We worked again on our two-minute drill. We are improving in all phases and staying healthy.”

The Citadel will host Meet the Bulldogs on Saturday following a scrimmage at 1:15 p.m. The Bulldogs’ season-opener will take place at home on Saturday, Sept. 4 against Chowan at Johnson Hagood Stadium. Tickets are available in The Citadel ticket office for the 1 p.m. matchup against the Hawks.