TSU Media Day: Asberry Excited about the 2013 Season

HOUSTON, Texas  --  The media got an opportunity to meet some of the 2013 Texas Southern Tigers football team at BBVA Compass Stadium.   Head coach Darrell Asberry introduced his new defensive coordinator Michael Vite and 12 of his players to Houston during TSU Football media day.

Coach Vite talked about coaching against Asberry when he was a player and how they developed a relationship of mutual respect over the years.  "Coach Asberry and I have a long history and the timing was right for me to join him at Texas Southern," said Vite.  "I came here for a mission and that is to help him and the team accomplish his goals."

Vite said he likes what he sees on the field, and they are focused on teaching the guys how to play the game the right way.   He says their game plan is simple.

"We are going to stone the run first and everything else with take care of itself." Vite said. "Eleven guys running to the football, that's the key to our success.  If we have eleven guys running to the football good things will have for us."

Asberry believes good things are ahead for the entire team.   He's loaded with talent, but the depth is the concern.  "We have to practice smart and keep everyone healthy," said Asberry.  "The best thing we did was get 54 guys in summer school and summer workouts.  That's proved invaluable for us since we didn't have spring ball."

The quarterback spot is wide open but Shaw transfer Homer Causey is stepping-up to fill that void.  Freshman Jay Christophe is also making a run.  Coach Asberry says it's too early to tell who will get the starting job but he's pleased with the progress the players are making to this point.

 Overall, Asberry says he is excited about the season.  His team is working hard, the chemistry is developing and the competition level is high.

"If we get to August 31^st healthy, it's going to be exciting on that football field," Asberry said.  "If that happens, we'll let the chips fall where they may."

The Tigers host Prairie View A&M on August 31^st in the Labor Day Classic.  The game will be played at BBVA Compass Stadium at 7:00 pm.


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