Team Profile
Photos by Andy Mitchell Photography
Q & A With Coach Ted Gatewood
Q. How would you characterize this year’s team?
A. Hard workers that love to compete in every aspect. Good speed and understanding the offensive/defensive and special teams concepts.
Q. What will be the keys to your success?
A. Building depth in the offensive and defensive lines and developing young players.
Q. Who will be your key leaders on the team?
A. Kobe Smith, Malik Rizer, Eric Hill, Brayden Howard, and Cordell Howard.
Q. What are your biggest reasons for optimism?
A. Some experience in the offensive line and defensive line, along with a team that enjoys work. Key returners that have worked hard to improve in the off-season.
Q. What will keep you up at night?
A. Depth and a tough region schedule, along with a tough non-region schedule.
Q. What can you build on from last year?
A. Players that learned to deal with adversity and have worked hard in the off-season to prepare for this upcoming season.
Q. Any lessons learned from last year?
A. Our players have realized the significance of little things and the importance of details. They understand that outcome is determined by preparation.
