Finally! Trion Bulldogs Football Kicks Off Tonight

After what Coach Sean Patrick describes in one word as a “long” offseason, he and his Bulldogs are ready to take the field under the Friday night lights in Coosa. For three straight months the Trion Bulldogs have practiced. Due to Covid-19 there have been no 7-on-7s, no padded camps, no real scrimmages for the young team. But tonight at 7:30 the toe meets leather.

“I think that we’ve done about everything imaginable to try and get these kids ready to play. We’ve had zoom meetings, countless film sessions, practiced…a lot, intrasquad scrimmages. The kids have responded well, and have done a great job. They just need to play now,” Coach Patrick said.

The keys to success tonight for the Bulldogs according to Patrick will be to, “run the ball and stop the run. Effectively spread the field offensively and make them defend the entire width of the field. Minimize mistakes and penalties. Don’t turn the ball over and create turnovers.”

For the Trion faithful, the offense will be different. Patrick’s offense at Bleckley County averaged 30.9 points per game. He is planning a “completely new” offensive look for the football program to help create touchdowns and hopefully wins.

Trion players have been working hard since June to implement the new offense. “We’re not where we want to be, but we’re definitely heading in the right direction. I’ve also learned that our kids really love football. For them to show up everyday like they did under these crazy circumstances really shows their commitment and love for the game.”