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4/13/2011 12:00:00 AM | Football
April 13, 2011
BOCA RATON, FL- Florida Atlantic University's football team took to the practice field with Wednesday afternoon. With one scrimmage game under their belts the team has been preparing for their second scrimmage on Saturday and spring game the week after.
FAU began the day with indo work and then moved into 10 minutes of install. The Owls ran nearly 25 minutes of 7-on-7 focusing on long yardage to then go into 35 minutes of teamwork. Practice ended with special teams work on punt returning.
"It was a learning day for assistant coaches, players and the head coach," said Head Coach Howard Schnellenberger, "I thought they turned it up as practice went on."
Quarterback David Kooi started behind center for 7-on-7 connecting right away with wide receiver Paul Moore down field. Travis Jones and tight end Darian Williams also made good catches during 7-on-7. During teamwork Graham Wilbert started at quarterback putting plays together with running backs Alfred Morris and Xavier Stinson and receivers Jabyes Cross and Moore.
The Owls will open the 2011 campaign at the University of Florida, September 3, 2011. The Owls will run into their new on-campus stadium October 15, 2011. To purchase tickets, at a reduced rate prior to May 6, visit www.faustadium.com. The site features a webcam that showcases the stadium's construction progress and also has an interactive seat location feature.
FAU will play its first full scrimmage on Saturday with the time set for 2 p.m. All practices and scrimmages are free and open to the public.
The 2011 spring game is schedule for 2 p.m., April 23. Free schedule magnets will be given to the first 3,000 fans. The FAU dance and cheer teams will be on hand as well as Owlsley. Ticket information, merchandise, and concessions will be available. No outside food, beverages or pets will be permitted.