More than 200 supporters of Alabama A&M turned out for Thursday's event in the Knight Center, which was highlighted by the naming of this year's team captains. Senior quarterback Jaymason Lee, senior wide receiver Montaurius Smith, redshirt freshman linebacker Byran Bower and junior defensive lineman David Dagrin were selected for the honor in a vote of the players.
University President Dr. Andrew Hugine told the audience he was optimistic about the football program as well as the other Bulldog sports.
Speaking of the football team, which kicks off its season Aug. 31 in the MEAC-SWAC Challenge in Orlando, Dr. Hugine said, "We will win the (SWAC) championship; we will set an attendance record at Louis Crews Stadium.
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"I know we can (win) but, more importantly, I know we will."
Assistant Head Coach Andy Fuller said the fans should expect a tough brand of football this season.
"It will be intense," he said. "We will play smart, fast, physical football."
Defensive Coordinator Reggie Johnson brought the audience "into the huddle" with a defensive signal call, followed by a hand clap to break the huddle. He stressed four "core values" that are expected of the players.
"Accountability … integrity … teamwork … leadership," he said. "These guys are our future leaders and it's our obligation to foster that …"
The Bulldogs will take on North Carolina A&T in Orlando. The game will be televised on ESPN with a 10:45 a.m. CST kickoff.
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