July 2, 2013

As camp looms nearer, activity in the football office is picking up.  We were able to finalize our camp schedule, create position specific responsibility packets, and finish our equipment inventory.  To any equipment manager out there, my hat is off to you.  Counting helmets, shoulder pads, practice uniforms, and travel gear may be one of the most boring jobs in the world.  And then, we had to make sure we had enough of the right size helmets and shoulders to match up with the sizes of the incoming freshman.  While making the packets, I was responsible for making sure all coverages were in the packet and created a inventory of skills for all safeties to possess.  I also had to make sure all the coverage checks were covered as well as blitz responsibilities.   Our camp schedule was not as easy to finish because we had to follow NCAA practice regulations and had to work around orientations and other school events before classes start.  I also had the joy of delivering expense reports to the business office, passing out mail, and making coffee.  So far, if I have learned anything, it is to make sure the coffee is hot or you make the head coach