Alabama State Hornets begin fall practice

With all of their paperwork in order and their belongings in dorm rooms, the Alabama State football players got down to real business Friday.

After a brief walk-thru session in the morning, the Hornets went through their first real practice later that day. "It was your typical first day," ASU head coach Reggie Barlow said. "We were basically just looking to see who was in shape and watching some of the freshmen and junior college guys to see how they look. I was happy, overall."

Of course, critiquing is a bit tough for the coaches at this stage, with the players going through drills in only helmets and shorts. NCAA rules limit the amount of contact allowed and prevent teams from practicing in full pads until the fifth practice day. Until then, the Hornets, like all college teams, will work on conditioning and fundamental drills.

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