Crimson Tide Wraps Up Day Two Of Practice
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| Day 2 Practice of 28 Is In The Books Photo Credit: RollTide.com |
Friday's practice began at 2:30 p.m. CT, as will today's third practice session. Tomorrow's session will also begin at 2:30 p.m. with that added twist of the Crimson Tide's annual Fan Day. Tomorrow's practice session will take place inside Bryant-Denny Stadium. Again, it will be a two-hour session, then the team and coaches will sign autographs and talk with fans for approximately 45 minutes beginning at 4:45 p.m. CT.
There were some changes from day one to day two along the offensive line with some of the young men playing in different positions. Lining up five across, Jonah Williams was with the first group in the right tackle slot, with Bradley Bozeman playing next to him at right guard.
Lining up with the second team at right tackle was Korren Kirven. Over on the left was Matt Womack with the second group at left tackle. Cam Taylor was lined up at right guard and J.C. Hassenauer at center.
The third group sported Scott Lashley at right tackle, Deonte Brown at right guard, Josh Casher at center, Brandon Kennedy at left guard and Chris Owens at left tackle.
As far as the quarterback situation is concerning, nothing new to report there. Still working, still sweating, still with the drills and taking snaps along with handing off the the ball and throwing the ball. No real leader at present, though all are looking good.
Running back Bo Scarbrough showed no lingering effects nor the return of cramps he suffered on day one of practice. He looked good...and looked big. Quarterback David Cornwell seemed to be moving well, taking his limited reps and tossing the ball well yesterday.
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5-Star Receiver Terrace Marshall Likes The Tide
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| 5-Star Prospect Terrace Marshall Photo Credit: RollTide.com |
The University of Alabama Crimson Tide football program attracts interest from the high school elite. Bossier City (Louisiana) Parkway receiver Terrace Marshall, a 2018 five-star prospect, recently attended camped at the Capstone. It was his second trip to Tuscaloosa since Junior Day in February.
In an interview with BamaOnLine, Marshall said, "It was nice. I learned a lot from Coach (Billy) Napier and I talked with Coach (Nick) Saban. It was good talking with him. We were just getting updated on each other telling him how I've been, him telling me how he's been. Just chopping it up a little. The camp overall was great. Going to Alabama is always going to be worth the trip it's a good school."
Concerning getting the opportunity to be coached by Napier and what he might have picked up from the coach, Marshall commented, "Really everything. Techniques, coming out of my breaks faster, the basics of being a wide receiver."
Concerning offensive coordinator Lane Kiffin's offense, Marhall said, "I like the way they throw the ball. I like the route system. I watched them last season and saw how Calvin Ridley got the ball. They've got ideas."
Concerning Alabama, Marshall commented, "They're definitely one of the top (schools). They're going to be one of the top in the end. I love their facilities, and I love the coaches."
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John Petty Releases Top 5 Basketball Schools
Petty's top five are Alabama, Kentucky, Kansas, UConn and Florida State.
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John Petty Releases Top 5 Basketball Schools
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| Petty Releases Top 5 Twitter Photo |
University of Alabama Crimson Tide head basketball coach Avery Johnson can exhale now. At least for awhile.
In-state basketball prospect John Petty out of Huntsville, Alabama has released his top five schools, and Alabama made the cut. The 6' 5" Petty made his announcement on Twitter. He is ranked the 28th best prospect in the class of 2017 by Scout.com, 247Sports and Rivals.com.
Petty's top five are Alabama, Kentucky, Kansas, UConn and Florida State.
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UA Summer Commencement Is Today
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More Than 20 Student-Athletes Set To Graduate
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| UA Summer Commencement Today Photo Credit: RollTide.com |
Today is the day that more than 20 University of Alabama Crimson Tide student-athletes will receive their degrees during summer commencement activities. The August graduates raise the Athletic Department's 2015-16 total to over 125 graduates.
Five of Bama's summer graduates earned Master's degrees, including All-Americans Lauren Beers (gymnastics) and Nia Barnes (track and field), as well as Jake Hubbard (baseball), Nura Hussein (rowing) and Kryssi Daniels (volleyball). Steven Gayle (track and field) also earned All-America honors during his Alabama career.
Beers, Barnes and Sydney Littlejohn all earned Academic All-America honors during their time with the Tide, and Katelyn Greenleaf (track and field) was named Academic All-District.
Littlejohn was a freshman on the Crimson Tide softball's 2014 SEC Championship team, and completed her undergraduate degree in three years. She will pursue a graduate degree during her senior season at the Capstone. Robby Prater is also graduating today, and was a member of Alabama's 2013 and 2014 Southeastern Conference and NCAA Championship teams.
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Alabama Hosts Large Number Of Prospects Today
The third day of practice is today for The University of Alabama team, and head coach Nick Saban, his staff and athletic department will also be playing host to a pretty significant number of prospects.
Those expected to watch the Crimson Tide practice today, tour the campus and sport facilities and talk with coaches, players and students are mostly non-commits looking for signs of Alabama being the IT spot for them.
One of Alabama's commitments will be on hand today. Three-star offensive tackle Hunter Brannon will be on campus today. Brannon is an in-state commit out of Cullman, Alabama.
Non-Alabama commitments visiting today are:
Deion Pope, 4-star DT, Collins (Mississippi) Copiah-Lincoln C.C. -- Mississippi State commit
King Mwikuta, LB, Lagrange (Georgia) Troup County
J.T. Smith, 2018 CB, Searcy (Arkansas) Riverview
Jashawn Sheffield, 2019 4-star WR, Saint Simons Island (Georgia) Frederica Academy
Nolan Smith, 2019 4-star DE, Savannah (Georgia) Calvary Day School
KJ Wallace, 2019 4-star CB, Atlanta (Georgia) Lovett School
Jaylen McCollough, 2019 S, Powder Springs (Georgia) Hillgrove
Kenyatta Watson II, 2019 S, Loganville (Georgia) Grayson
Trente Jones, 2019 OL, Loganville (Georgia) Grayson
Ronald Thompkins, 2019 ATH, Loganville (Georgia) Grayson
Wayna Morris, 2019 OL, Loganville (Georgia) Grayson
Harrison Bailey, 2020 QB, Powder Springs (Georgia) Marietta
Jaquarius Landrews, 3-star S, Mccomb (Mississippi) Copiah-Lincoln C.C. -- Mississippi State commit
A total of 11 of today visitors are out of the state of Georgia. Two prospects hail from the state of Mississippi, one from Arkansas, one from Louisiana and one from the state of Alabama.
One prospect is committed to Alabama, two to Mississippi State and the remainder are committed to no one as yet.
