FOOTBALL

PHOTOS: Bridgewater State University football opens training camp

Mark Jarret Chavous
The Enterprise
Bridgewater State University head football coach Joe Verria gets right to work on the first official day of practice on Friday, August 11, 2023, for the Bears, teaching the lessons needed for the team to have a successful season..
Bridgewater State University head football coach Joe Verria gets right to work on the first official day of practice on Friday, August 11, 2023, for the Bears, teaching the lessons needed for the team to have a successful season..
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Bridgewater State University Bears football team defensive unit heads for a section of the field to go through their drills on the first day of practice on Friday, August 11, 2023.
Bridgewater State University Bears football team defensive unit heads for a section of the field to go through their drills on the first day of practice on Friday, August 11, 2023.
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BSU back up quarterback Sean Pragano hoists a pass during 1st day of practice on Friday, August 11, 2023.
BSU back up quarterback Sean Pragano hoists a pass during 1st day of practice on Friday, August 11, 2023.
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BSU back up quarterback Sean Pragano hands off to a running back during the 1st day of practice on Friday, August 11, 2023.
BSU back up quarterback Sean Pragano hands off to a running back during the 1st day of practice on Friday, August 11, 2023.
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BSU coach Joe Verria puts his offensive team through agiliity and conditioning drills on the first day of Bears practice on Friday, August 11, 2023.
BSU coach Joe Verria puts his offensive team through agiliity and conditioning drills on the first day of Bears practice on Friday, August 11, 2023.
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BSU coach Joe Verria goes right into the trenches while working with his offensive line on blocking techniques on the first day of Bears practice on Friday, August 11, 2023.
BSU coach Joe Verria goes right into the trenches while working with his offensive line on blocking techniques on the first day of Bears practice on Friday, August 11, 2023.
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BSU Bears offensive coordinator Rene Moyen takes a break in between drills to make some points to his unit on the first day of football practice on Friday, August 11, 2023.
BSU Bears offensive coordinator Rene Moyen takes a break in between drills to make some points to his unit on the first day of football practice on Friday, August 11, 2023.
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Football coaches never miss an opportunity to convey a positive message, and BSU coach Joe Verria is no exception as his shirt looks to inspire a high level work ethic as the Bears prepare for the 2023 season starting on Friday, August 11, 2023.
Football coaches never miss an opportunity to convey a positive message, and BSU coach Joe Verria is no exception as his shirt looks to inspire a high level work ethic as the Bears prepare for the 2023 season starting on Friday, August 11, 2023.
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BSU Bears running back Adam Couch on the first day of practice on August 11, 2023. Notice how Couch maintains his disciplined habit of holding the ball securely to prevent fumbling.
BSU Bears running back Adam Couch on the first day of practice on August 11, 2023. Notice how Couch maintains his disciplined habit of holding the ball securely to prevent fumbling.
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BSU running back Adam Couch used to play both offense and defense when he was younger, but since he played for the Bears, he found that sticking to offense has improved his game. Couch was enthusiastic on the first day of practice on Friday, August 11, 2023, and is very optimistic about the 2023 season.
BSU running back Adam Couch used to play both offense and defense when he was younger, but since he played for the Bears, he found that sticking to offense has improved his game. Couch was enthusiastic on the first day of practice on Friday, August 11, 2023, and is very optimistic about the 2023 season.
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BSU Bears starting quarterback James Cahoon gets some extra work in on the first day of practice on Friday, August 11, 2023.
BSU Bears starting quarterback James Cahoon gets some extra work in on the first day of practice on Friday, August 11, 2023.
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BSU Bears starting quarterback James Cahoon talks about his progress over the years he's played and how he wants to share that experience to the younger players starting with the first day of practice on Friday, August 11, 2023.
BSU Bears starting quarterback James Cahoon talks about his progress over the years he's played and how he wants to share that experience to the younger players starting with the first day of practice on Friday, August 11, 2023.
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