Troy University Athletics
Troy Straps on Full Pads for First Time Tuesday
8/7/2018 1:48:00 PM | Football
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TROY, Ala. – Intensity was the name of the game Tuesday as Troy strapped on full pads for the first time of fall camp. The Trojans spent two hours on the grass practice fields behind Trojan Arena in a big step forward towards their season opener against No. 22 Boise State on Sept. 1 in The Vet.
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The Trojans powered through 21 periods in the morning heat with the bulk of the work spent in offense versus defense situations. Tuesday's main install featured third down, which Troy's defense led the country in last season, overtime and two-point conversions.
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Tomorrow the Trojans will turn their attention to the community as Brown has a scheduled day away from the practice field following Tuesday's hardest workout of camp. The team will break up into smaller groups and visit local nursing homes, schools and community centers to volunteer their efforts around the Troy area.
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Notable
Serveral Trojans will have new jersey numbers when Troy takes the field in the opener against Boise State. Linebacker Tron Folsom moved from No. 29 to No. 2, safety Cedarius Rookard swapped his No. 24 for No. 5 and cornerback Orlando Lacey transitioned from No. 37 to No. 29.Â
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Single-game tickets for Troy's six home games went on sale last week and fans can still purchase season tickets starting as low as $60 for the year. Fans wishing to sit in the new North End Zone Club must hurry to secure their spots as seats are limited and fast.
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2018 Fan Day – Saturday, August 18
• The first 200 fans through the doors of Trojan Arena for Fan Day will receive a limited-edition copy of "Year of the Trojans" which chronicles the 2017 Sun Belt championship season.
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• Fans who purchased or renewed their seasons tickets prior to April 27 can pick up their replica Sun Belt championship ring. Ring pickup will be located inside the Trojan Arena suite area located on the West side of the arena. Fans who are unable to pick up their rings during Fan Day may do so at the Troy Ticket Office during normal business hours beginning August 20.
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• The North End Zone Club will open from 2:30 until 4 p.m. for fans to purchase one of the few remaining premium seats in the newest addition to The Vet. Troy Athletics staff members will be on hand to discuss seating options for fans interested in becoming part of history as initial ticket holders in the North End Zone Club. The North End Zone Club can be accessed via Gate 7 (Northwest corner) of The Vet for this event.
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The jam-packed day begins at 9:40 a.m. as the football team will hit the practice field for a light workout before heading to Trojan Arena to meet the fans. The annual Football Kickoff Party takes over Trojan Arena that evening beginning at 6 p.m. with heavy hors d'oeuvres, complementary beverages and a $10,000 grand prize. For more information or to register, call 334-670-3682 or email jmorgan@troy.edu.
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Head Coach Neal Brown
Opening Statement …Â
"We were not as good as we needed to be from an energy standpoint, we've got to pick it up. It is day five in camp and it is not okay to lackidaisacle. We've got to have better energy on both sides of the ball. We had Competition Tuesday and defense won. It came down to an overtime period and a two-point conversion, and the defense had negative plays and that's what it comes down to in overtime. We had good competition. I like this football team and I like where we are at.
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Troy Football Fall Camp Schedule
Dates & Times Subject to Change Without Notice
Thursday, Aug. 9 – 7:25 p.m.
Friday, Aug. 10 – 3:35 p.m.
Saturday, Aug. 11 – 10:30 a.m. – SCRIMMAGE & MEDIA DAY
Sunday, Aug. 12 – 6:10 p.m.
Monday, Aug. 13 – 9:10 a.m.
Tuesday, Aug. 14 – 9:10 a.m.
Wednesday, Aug. 15 – SCHOOL STARTS
Thursday, Aug. 16 – 4 p.m.
Friday, Aug. 17 – 5 p.m. – STUDENT APPRECIATION SCRIMMAGE
Saturday, Aug. 18 – 9:40 a.m. | FAN DAY (1-3 p.m.) | FOOTBALL KICKOFF PARTY (6 p.m.)
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TROY, Ala. – Intensity was the name of the game Tuesday as Troy strapped on full pads for the first time of fall camp. The Trojans spent two hours on the grass practice fields behind Trojan Arena in a big step forward towards their season opener against No. 22 Boise State on Sept. 1 in The Vet.
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The Trojans powered through 21 periods in the morning heat with the bulk of the work spent in offense versus defense situations. Tuesday's main install featured third down, which Troy's defense led the country in last season, overtime and two-point conversions.
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Tomorrow the Trojans will turn their attention to the community as Brown has a scheduled day away from the practice field following Tuesday's hardest workout of camp. The team will break up into smaller groups and visit local nursing homes, schools and community centers to volunteer their efforts around the Troy area.
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Notable
Serveral Trojans will have new jersey numbers when Troy takes the field in the opener against Boise State. Linebacker Tron Folsom moved from No. 29 to No. 2, safety Cedarius Rookard swapped his No. 24 for No. 5 and cornerback Orlando Lacey transitioned from No. 37 to No. 29.Â
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Single-game tickets for Troy's six home games went on sale last week and fans can still purchase season tickets starting as low as $60 for the year. Fans wishing to sit in the new North End Zone Club must hurry to secure their spots as seats are limited and fast.
Â
2018 Fan Day – Saturday, August 18
• The first 200 fans through the doors of Trojan Arena for Fan Day will receive a limited-edition copy of "Year of the Trojans" which chronicles the 2017 Sun Belt championship season.
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• Fans who purchased or renewed their seasons tickets prior to April 27 can pick up their replica Sun Belt championship ring. Ring pickup will be located inside the Trojan Arena suite area located on the West side of the arena. Fans who are unable to pick up their rings during Fan Day may do so at the Troy Ticket Office during normal business hours beginning August 20.
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• The North End Zone Club will open from 2:30 until 4 p.m. for fans to purchase one of the few remaining premium seats in the newest addition to The Vet. Troy Athletics staff members will be on hand to discuss seating options for fans interested in becoming part of history as initial ticket holders in the North End Zone Club. The North End Zone Club can be accessed via Gate 7 (Northwest corner) of The Vet for this event.
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The jam-packed day begins at 9:40 a.m. as the football team will hit the practice field for a light workout before heading to Trojan Arena to meet the fans. The annual Football Kickoff Party takes over Trojan Arena that evening beginning at 6 p.m. with heavy hors d'oeuvres, complementary beverages and a $10,000 grand prize. For more information or to register, call 334-670-3682 or email jmorgan@troy.edu.
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Head Coach Neal Brown
Opening Statement …Â
"We were not as good as we needed to be from an energy standpoint, we've got to pick it up. It is day five in camp and it is not okay to lackidaisacle. We've got to have better energy on both sides of the ball. We had Competition Tuesday and defense won. It came down to an overtime period and a two-point conversion, and the defense had negative plays and that's what it comes down to in overtime. We had good competition. I like this football team and I like where we are at.
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Troy Football Fall Camp Schedule
Dates & Times Subject to Change Without Notice
Thursday, Aug. 9 – 7:25 p.m.
Friday, Aug. 10 – 3:35 p.m.
Saturday, Aug. 11 – 10:30 a.m. – SCRIMMAGE & MEDIA DAY
Sunday, Aug. 12 – 6:10 p.m.
Monday, Aug. 13 – 9:10 a.m.
Tuesday, Aug. 14 – 9:10 a.m.
Wednesday, Aug. 15 – SCHOOL STARTS
Thursday, Aug. 16 – 4 p.m.
Friday, Aug. 17 – 5 p.m. – STUDENT APPRECIATION SCRIMMAGE
Saturday, Aug. 18 – 9:40 a.m. | FAN DAY (1-3 p.m.) | FOOTBALL KICKOFF PARTY (6 p.m.)
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