The Sullivan-Okaw Valley football team loves water. Or at least they did this afternoon.
After some exceptionally mild temps at Wednesday's practice, the temps were a little higher today, mid-80s, and the sun was a little brighter, as the team worked hard at drills, passing, running, defending, and just learning the basics.
Asst. coach Brent Weakly told me it was really hot. I, personally, didn't see it, but I was only standing still and holding a notepad and a small digital camera, while these players were sprinting, tackling and yelling with helmets on.
Coach Nate Lorton said during the team's fourth official practice(two on Wednesday and two on Thursday)that he was pleased with how much attention they were paying toward the little things.
But it was a good mixture of hard work and ease, as the team appears dedicated to working for coach Lorton, but they also seem to like him, which is good.
Check Wednesday's News-Progress for an in-depth story about how this year's team is looking, and check back here frequently for updates about the team.
I have also posted several pics of practice, so I hope you enjoy:
Lorton is excited about this year's freshman crop, too. But that's not them in the photo, that's his sons. He has four(!) children!
Here an S-OV coach is drilling receivers, giving them turns on offense and defense.
The fresh-soph team unites!
He's not looking for a hug, this S-OV lineman is running a drill, posting a block.
The defensive line pushes. Lorton told me he's very pleased with what he's seen of his D-line so far.
Lorton shows them how it's done.
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