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Morrison hosts second camp of summer

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Head coach Zach Morrison and the Shorter University football coaching staff recently hosted their second football camp of the summer, which brought out 244

The day started with the athletes and their families touring the Shorter facilities Following - ron Stadium to participat­e in the camp, which was the largest in Shorter’s history.

The athletes went through an intensive camp focusing on fundamenta­ls and improving

“I am very proud of our staff for stepping up and working hard throughout the day,” said Morrison. “With 244 athletes, the staff kept the camp structured and very well organized. With this summer, we could potentiall­y expand to three camps next year.”

weeks ago, and the total for both camps was 350 participan­ts, of which Shorter offered 24 scholarshi­ps.

“I stressed great effort, attitude, and being able to compete in every aspect, whether it be grades, in the weight room, or on the gridiron,” said Morrison. “I also challenged the athletes to get one percent better each day. I look forward to seeing some of these talented players becoming Hawks in the 2019 season.”

The Hawks will open the season Aug. 30 on the road at Samford University.

 ?? / Shorter University ?? Shorter head football coach Zach Morrison talks with the players attending the second prospect camp of the summer Wednesday at Barron Stadium.
/ Shorter University Shorter head football coach Zach Morrison talks with the players attending the second prospect camp of the summer Wednesday at Barron Stadium.

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