Hawks Training Camp (Weeks One and Two)
August 16th - Heat index rises, pads come off.
Freshman Drills
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August 14th - Team Prepares for "full contact Monday."
(L. to R.) Offensive line coach Mike Graham emphatically makes a point to his young offensive lineman. Senior RB Justin Marshall is blessed with power and speed.; as this Hawks defender was quick to find out! Senior David Cox listen attentively to head coach Roy Hill; Cox provides the Hawks with plenty of flexibility ...... he can line up at fullback as well as at the linebacker position and has experience on the offensive and defensive line. We have to mention that he also played QB as a freshman. Primarily a defensive back at this sstage, highly talented Sophomore Wesley Scott can play at the QB and wide receiver positions. Coach John Blevins working with a defensive lineman on technique. Junior Hayden Knudson excels at the wider receiver and safety positions. A little extra training. Junior RB Steve Lynch. Great to see coach Billy Pugh back on the sidelines. Coach Hill implores his troops to step up to the challenge facing them.
Hungry freshman team works hard on fundamentals (and discipline)!
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August 11th
Unbearable heat dictates practice tempo.
One of twelve Seniors, David Cox is versatile at a number of positions on both sides of the ball. Junior LB Anthony Wilson and the Hawks Defense will be play a huge role in the fortune of the Hawks this season. Beginning his third year of varsity level competition, Junior RB/LB Steve Lynch will be a lynchpin in the Hawks ground game. Senior QB Jason Stewart is well versed in the Hawks option offense and also possesses a fine and accurate throwing arm. Hard hitting Senior Hashim Sesay is part of an experienced secondary.
Players Feel the Heat and Humidity (August 10th)!
Temperatures hovered around 100 degrees as the Hawks took the field for their first practice of the season.
(L. to R.) Senior QB Jason Stewart leads the Hawks onto the practice field. Head Coach Roy Hill addresses the players during a break emphasizing discipline and commitment. Lineman prepare to undergo a drill. Water breaks took place often during the afternoon. Assistant Coach John Blevins. Rising Junior (and Second Team All-District LB) Anthony Wilson is one of number of starters returning on the defensive side. Coaches Alonzo Cliatt and Mike Graham. Athletic Trainers Tai Ellis and Jamie Culbertson (both Penn. State Univ. graduates) begin their 10th year at Hayfield! Coach Scott and all Hawks coaches expect the players to play with heart. Offensive Coord. Coach Willie McCallum points out a few fundamentals. Senior Ryan Murphy (2nd Team All District) feels the heat; Ryan will be one of the anchors on the Hawks defensive line.
