The University of Alabama at Birmingham Athletics
Afternoon Football Practice Rained Out
8/6/2001 12:00:00 AM | Football
Aug. 6, 2001
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Monday's afternoon newcomer football practice was cancelled because of rain and wet field conditions.
The 30 UAB newcomers did get in a morning workout of approximately 90 minutes, as preparations continue for the beginning of full-squad two-a-day workouts on Thursday.
"We had a good practice this morning," said UAB Head Coach Watson Brown.
"The spirit and effort were good. It's really important that we get this opportunity to see these new players work in a small group, because they won't be getting the 'reps' once the varsity gets here. We need to see if there is anybody who might be able to help us right away, and we need these guys to have the experience of going through our practice routine before the whole group does."
UAB varsity players report for dinner and meetings Tuesday evening at 5:00 p.m.
After group photos and various academic and administrative meetings on Wednesday, the entire squad will begin two-a-day workouts at 8:45 a.m. Thursday.
