DOVER, Delaware -- The 2013 Delaware State University football team wrapped up its first full week of preseason camp with a controlled scrimmage at Alumni Stadium this morning.The offense vs. defense scrimmage consisted of about 65 plays, with all available players seeing action.
“We wanted to take a look at everyone to help determine our rotation as we move forward,” said DSU third-year head coach Kermit Blount. “Overall, I was pleased with the intensity on both sides of the ball. There are some areas that need improvement, but I saw enough good things to give me hope as we get closer to the season.”
The first-team offense, directed by quarterback Cory Murphy (sr.; Sunnyvale, Cal.), had drives of 52 and 70 yards early in the scrimmage. The first drive was halted by a fumble; the second resulted in a short field goal by Mitchell Ward (jr.: San Ramone, Cal.).
Murphy completed eight-of-11 passes with 117 yards in three series. He connected with Malik Golson (r-fr.; Smyrna, Del) for 32 yards and Gabe Sherrod for 25 yards (r-fr.; Perryville, Md.) during his time on the field.
Quarterbacks Esayah Obado (r-fr.; Hamilton, N.J.), Emmett Hunt (fr.; Coatesville, Pa.) and Garrison Duncan (fr.; Kernersville, N.C.).each had several series of plays during the scrimmage.
The Hornet defense forced three turnovers, highlighted by defensive back Rashawn Barrett’s (so.; Montclair, N.J.) 95-yard interception return for a touchdown.
The Hornets will return to the practice field for two sessions on Monday (8:30 a.m. & 2:30 p.m.).
DSU will kick-off the 2013 season at Delaware in the annual “First State Rivalry.” Game time is 3:30 p.m. at Delaware Stadium in Newark. The NBC Sports Network will televise the contest for the second straight year.
The Hornets’ 2013 home opener is October 5 against defending MEAC champ Bethune-Cookman. Kick-off is set for 2:00 p.m.
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