Wednesday, August 13, 2008

JSU Tigers hit field for full workout in spite of rain

Pouring rains may have stopped Jackson State from practicing Monday, but coach Rick Comegy wasn't having it again. Despite heavy morning showers, the Tigers took the field Tuesday and went through a full practice. The only phase left out was a kicking period. "I was a little afraid of guys getting sick," Comegy said, "but I think we were a little sluggish coming in, feeling sorry for themselves, that camp-itis. We needed a change.

"I don't want them ever to feel we can't do something."

Comegy was concerned over a couple players coming into Tuesday morning meetings a little late. Freshman defensive back J.R. Boone was punished by repeatedly having to flip an oversized truck tire with strength and conditioning coach Derek Scott during practice. Coaches, players and trainers were soaked from head to toe...

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