Aug. 20, 2005
ORLANDO - The UCF football team had an eventful Saturday on the UCF campus. The team practiced for two hours in full pads before taking part in UCF Fan Photo Day activities.
An estimated crowd of 2,000 fans filled the practice fields as the UCF band joined the players and coaching staff. Fans had the opportunity to take photos of the team and get autographs of their favorite Golden Knights.
During Saturday's practice, the team continued to work on installation and also go over the team blitz period.
"We did get a lot more of the offense and defense in this preseason camp," stated UCF head coach George O'Leary. "We are way ahead in terms of installation compared to last year and now it is just matter of getting down to the two deep and see who has earned that right."
With classes beginning Monday, the coaching staff plans to have a two-deep roster in place after Tuesday's final scrimmage of the preseason. The Golden Knights shift from practicing in the afternoon during the season to morning practices, the same format the team used in the spring.
News and Notes: The Central Florida Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts have the chance to take part in the ultimate sleepover as Florida Citrus Sports and UCF Athletics Association, Inc. are partnering to present Knights Under The Stars. The offer gives scouts and their families the opportunity to attend the UCF-Tulane game (Oct. 22) and the Champs Sports Bowl (Dec. 27) for a discounted price of $30.00 per person (a $74.00 value). Scouts will enjoy the chance to lead thousands of fans in the Pledge of Allegiance at the UCF-Tulane game and the Champs Sports Bowl as well as a commemorative scout patch from each game. The sleepover, which follows the UCF-Tulane game, will include dinner, breakfast, snacks and a skills competition. You have until October 21, 2005 to sign up for this exclusive offer. For more information visit, www.champssportsbowl.com.