I mean what are we suppose to do? I heard SU's baseball coach Cador was so mad that his nephew had decided to become a G-Man, that he got sick at the Praire View baseball game this weekend, while Coach Bell at Jackson State was so upset he called off Spring Football practice at JSU, until D-Man, gave JSU permission to practice at Veterens Memorial Stadium. Came up with some excuse about the track being repaired. Even JW couldn't pull that off.
It's just a nice problem to have.
Transfers make big impact for GSU football
By GSU Sports Information
Grambling, LA - Transfers can make any program a quick success. With the right players at the right positions a program has the opportunity to be successful even after a losing or disappointing season. Even though the GSU football program has won the Southwestern Athletic Conference championship three years in a row and National Black Championship, that does not mean they couldn?t use a few.
"Were always looking for players that can make a big impact on the program," said head coach Doug Williams.
The Tigers have brought in transfers that can make an immediate impact on the program. Players like Chris Day a transfer from the Troy State University where he started at the wide receiver position.
"He does have the kind of speed we like," said offensive coorindator Melvin Spears. "He is a very allusive player and has a really good feel on what we are doing."
The 6?1, 180 pound junior from Birmingham, AL chooses Grambling because of the tradition the university has.
"I decided to transfer because of the new system they implemented I wasn?t working with it well," said Day. "I originally decided to attend Grambling but because of academic situations I chose Troy State."
Another player that will impact the Tigers on the field is cornerback Seneca Lee. Lee started three years at the University of Louisiana-Monroe before deciding to change schools. Lee finished third on the team in tackles with 31 unassisted tackles and 33 assisted for a total of 64, with 2 for 6 yards lost. He ended the season leading the team in interceptions with 2 and had 5 passes defended.
"During the season the head coach resigned, so an interim coach was appointed," said Lee. "We butted heads on some issues that I felt was not something you should worry about. I also didn?t feel the family atmosphere their like I do here at Grambling."
While at Jennings high school the 5-11, 176 pound corner was a two-time 3A all-state selection as a two-way starter. Had 40 receptions for 500 yards and three touchdowns as a senior. Also had 23 career interceptions.
Defensive end Kenneth Pettaway is another player the Tigers can look to to make noise on the team for a starting position. The 6?4, 235 pound junior is a transfer from Southern Arkansas University. He is a tall defensive end with good speed off the corner. He excels at rushing and passing and the GSU coaches are hopeful the he can make an impact in 2003. This past season Pettaway played in the back-up role contributing with 4 solo tackles and 1 assisted tackle. He also had 4 tackles for 35 yards lost and 1 sack.
Last but certainly not least is Josh Kador, a Louisiana Tech transfer with ties to Southern University.
"My uncle is the Rodger Kador the head baseball coach at Southern," said Kador. "I wanted to be close to home but I didn?t want to be that close. My friends from home told me how well they were treated at Grambling and since I had an apartment up here already I decided to stay."
The Opelousas native is 6?4, 268 pound junior, who should compete for the starting defensive job in 2003. While in high school in played tight end, offensive and defensive tackle and nose guard. He was named All- Parish, All-District, and All-State. Kador?s attributes his greatest moment in high school was when they won a state track championship his senior year.
In his first season at Louisiana Tech he contributed in the back-up role with 2 solo tackles and 1 assist.
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JSU Football
MarkAlexander
Football 3/24/03
JSU originally was scheduled to start spring practice Monday. However, Bell decided to move back the starting date until Wednesday.
The Tigers are also changing venues. With the new track surrounding the main practice field still under construction, JSU will practice at Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium
It's just a nice problem to have.
Transfers make big impact for GSU football
By GSU Sports Information
Grambling, LA - Transfers can make any program a quick success. With the right players at the right positions a program has the opportunity to be successful even after a losing or disappointing season. Even though the GSU football program has won the Southwestern Athletic Conference championship three years in a row and National Black Championship, that does not mean they couldn?t use a few.
"Were always looking for players that can make a big impact on the program," said head coach Doug Williams.
The Tigers have brought in transfers that can make an immediate impact on the program. Players like Chris Day a transfer from the Troy State University where he started at the wide receiver position.
"He does have the kind of speed we like," said offensive coorindator Melvin Spears. "He is a very allusive player and has a really good feel on what we are doing."
The 6?1, 180 pound junior from Birmingham, AL chooses Grambling because of the tradition the university has.
"I decided to transfer because of the new system they implemented I wasn?t working with it well," said Day. "I originally decided to attend Grambling but because of academic situations I chose Troy State."
Another player that will impact the Tigers on the field is cornerback Seneca Lee. Lee started three years at the University of Louisiana-Monroe before deciding to change schools. Lee finished third on the team in tackles with 31 unassisted tackles and 33 assisted for a total of 64, with 2 for 6 yards lost. He ended the season leading the team in interceptions with 2 and had 5 passes defended.
"During the season the head coach resigned, so an interim coach was appointed," said Lee. "We butted heads on some issues that I felt was not something you should worry about. I also didn?t feel the family atmosphere their like I do here at Grambling."
While at Jennings high school the 5-11, 176 pound corner was a two-time 3A all-state selection as a two-way starter. Had 40 receptions for 500 yards and three touchdowns as a senior. Also had 23 career interceptions.
Defensive end Kenneth Pettaway is another player the Tigers can look to to make noise on the team for a starting position. The 6?4, 235 pound junior is a transfer from Southern Arkansas University. He is a tall defensive end with good speed off the corner. He excels at rushing and passing and the GSU coaches are hopeful the he can make an impact in 2003. This past season Pettaway played in the back-up role contributing with 4 solo tackles and 1 assisted tackle. He also had 4 tackles for 35 yards lost and 1 sack.
Last but certainly not least is Josh Kador, a Louisiana Tech transfer with ties to Southern University.
"My uncle is the Rodger Kador the head baseball coach at Southern," said Kador. "I wanted to be close to home but I didn?t want to be that close. My friends from home told me how well they were treated at Grambling and since I had an apartment up here already I decided to stay."
The Opelousas native is 6?4, 268 pound junior, who should compete for the starting defensive job in 2003. While in high school in played tight end, offensive and defensive tackle and nose guard. He was named All- Parish, All-District, and All-State. Kador?s attributes his greatest moment in high school was when they won a state track championship his senior year.
In his first season at Louisiana Tech he contributed in the back-up role with 2 solo tackles and 1 assist.
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JSU Football
MarkAlexander
Football 3/24/03
JSU originally was scheduled to start spring practice Monday. However, Bell decided to move back the starting date until Wednesday.
The Tigers are also changing venues. With the new track surrounding the main practice field still under construction, JSU will practice at Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium
