Aug. 14, 2007
Orlando, Fla. (www.ucfathletics.com) - The UCF football team worked out in shoulder pads and shorts on Tuesday as the Knights got a lot of group work in during the two-hour session. Different units worked against each other in half-line drills for a good portion of the practice, while the special teams also got some work in on kickoff returns.
The offensive line and running backs worked against the defensive line and linebackers on one field and the wide receivers and defensive backs squared off on another field as the Knights continued to work on individual techniques and fundamentals during the 13th practice of fall camp.
"We ran a lot of team blitz on the offense today, but if they can pick it up there is an opportunity for a big play and that is what we are looking for," Head Coach George O'Leary said. "I thought it was a good practice today. We did a lot of individual things and half-line drills. It was a good period. We were out there for two hours. I thought the kids worked pretty well in the heat."
The offense appeared sharper in Tuesday's practice and one play that showed that was a long pass and catch between senior quarterback Kyle Israel and junior wide receiver Rocky Ross. Ross went up and caught a nicely thrown ball in the back of the endzone by Israel.
The Knights will return to the practice fields on Wednesday afternoon for a 3:20 p.m. start time.
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