UTPB falcons Launch Spring ‍Football Drills wiht Eyes ⁤on Quarterback ‍Battle

ODESSA, Texas — The University of ⁣Texas Permian​ Basin ⁤(UTPB) football team​ officially kicked off its⁤ spring training at Falcon Field this week, fueled by the ambition to ⁣build upon last season’s success and address key roster questions.

Falcons⁤ Aim to Capitalize on Momentum from​ Last Season

Coming off‌ a 7-5‌ record and⁣ their third ​postseason appearance, ‍the Falcons are ​eager to use spring workouts​ to refine⁢ their skills and identify emerging‌ talent.Head Coach Kris McCullough emphasized the team’s enthusiasm, stating, “We’re just⁢ really excited to get going…⁣ They ​had a heck of an ⁤offseason in the weight room. They ​got ​bigger⁣ and faster. Now it’s⁤ time ⁤to see what they ‍can do.” The team⁤ is motivated to improve after a 39-37 double-overtime loss to Central Missouri in the Heritage Bowl.

Quarterback Competition Headlines Spring Camp

With 15⁣ returning​ starters, UTPB faces the challenge of filling crucial roles, ⁢especially at quarterback with three players vying for the starting⁢ position:⁢ Issac Mooring, ⁢Christian Kaopua, and former West Texas ​A&M standout Kanon Gibson. Mooring and Kaopua both saw playing time last season, adding valuable ⁢experience to the competition.”It ‌starts at quarterback,”​ McCullough stated, emphasizing the significance of‌ finding a ‌successor ⁣to Dylan⁢ Graham. He ​anticipates a “true battle” among⁣ the‌ three contenders throughout ‌the spring ​and into‌ fall camp.

Developing​ Depth​ a Key Focus

Coach McCullough also⁢ highlighted the⁣ importance of developing depth, ⁤particularly with several starters sidelined due to injuries. He aims to‍ identify players ​who can step up and contribute, stating, “Seeing ⁤those two step⁣ into the top tiers and develop into⁤ potential‌ starters in the future… we’re just looking at ⁤how our guys develop.”

Spring Game and Season‍ Opener Set

UTPB’s spring game is scheduled for 1‌ p.m.on‍ April⁣ 12‌ at ​Ratliff Stadium,⁣ providing fans with ‍an chance ​to preview the team’s progress. The Falcons will commence the 2025 season on Aug. 30 ‍against Central Oklahoma at astound Broadband Stadium in Midland.

UTPB Falcons ⁤Launch Spring Football Drills with Eyes on Quarterback Battle

ODESSA, Texas — The University of Texas Permian Basin (UTPB) football team officially kicked ⁢off its spring training at Falcon Field this week, fueled by the ambition to build upon last season’s success and address key roster questions.

Falcons Aim to Capitalize on Momentum from Last ‍season

Coming off a 7-5 record and thier third postseason appearance, the Falcons are eager to use spring workouts to refine their skills and identify emerging talent.Head Coach Kris McCullough emphasized the ⁣team’s enthusiasm, stating, “we’re just ⁢really excited to get going… They had a⁣ heck of an offseason in the weight room. They got bigger and faster. Now it’s time ‍to see what they can do.” The team ‌is motivated to improve after a ‌39-37 ‌double-overtime loss to Central Missouri in the Heritage Bowl.

Quarterback Competition Headlines Spring Camp

With 15 ⁣returning starters,⁢ UTPB faces the ‌challenge of filling crucial roles, especially at quarterback with three players vying for the starting position: Issac Mooring, Christian Kaopua, and former West Texas A&M ⁢standout Kanon Gibson. Mooring and Kaopua both saw playing time last season, adding valuable experience to the competition. “It starts at quarterback,” McCullough stated, emphasizing the significance of finding a successor to Dylan Graham. He anticipates a “true battle”⁣ among the three contenders throughout the spring and into fall camp.

Developing ⁢Depth a key Focus

Coach McCullough also⁣ highlighted the importance of developing depth, particularly with several starters sidelined due to injuries. He aims to identify‌ players who can step up and contribute,⁢ stating, “Seeing those two step into ⁤the top tiers and develop into potential starters in the future… we’re just⁤ looking at how our guys ⁣develop.”

spring Game and Season Opener Set

UTPB’s spring game is scheduled for 1 p.m.on april 12 at Ratliff ⁣Stadium, providing fans with an chance to preview the team’s⁢ progress. The Falcons will commence‍ the 2025 season⁢ on ⁣Aug. 30 against Central Oklahoma at astound Broadband Stadium in Midland.

UTPB⁤ Falcons Spring Football: Q&A

Ready to dive deeper into UTPB ​Falcons football? Here’s a speedy⁢ Q&A to keep‌ you in the know:

Q: What’s the buzz about UTPB football this ⁤spring?

A: The Falcons are aiming high after a successful 7-5 season.‌ The focus is⁢ on refining skills, finding new talent, and especially, settling the quarterback position.

Q: Who are the key players to watch at quarterback?

A: Keep⁣ an eye on Issac Mooring, Christian Kaopua, and Kanon Gibson (a transfer from West Texas A&M).The competition​ is fierce!

Q: When can fans see the Falcons in action?

A: The spring game​ is set for April 12th at Ratliff Stadium, and the 2025 season kicks off August 30th against central Oklahoma.

Q: What’s the importance of the spring game?

A: The Spring Game gives fans⁢ a sneak peek at the⁣ team’s progress and a chance to​ see potential ​starters in action.

Q: What’s the significance of the team’s performance in​ the Heritage Bowl?

A: Despite the loss​ in the Heritage Bowl, the team is ‌motivated to improve in the‌ coming ⁢season. The loss highlighted areas for improvement.

Q: Where can I find more facts about the UTPB Falcons?

A: Check the official UTPB Athletics website for schedules, roster updates, and more!

With the quarterback battle heating up and key positions to fill, this spring promises exciting developments for the UTPB Falcons. Don’t miss out on the action!