NEW SMYRNA BEACH, Florida — Even a veteran like LeBrandon Richardson needed to get acclimated Friday as Bethune-Cookman opened its first preseason training camp at the New Smyrna Beach Sports Complex.
And not just because of the mid-summer heat and high humidity. The defensive end was surrounded by new faces and unsure paces as the Wildcats embarked on a rebuilding project — replacing eight departed defensive starters.
And not just because of the mid-summer heat and high humidity. The defensive end was surrounded by new faces and unsure paces as the Wildcats embarked on a rebuilding project — replacing eight departed defensive starters.
“It's a new crew. We're putting the pieces to the puzzle together, and it was a great start today,” Richardson said.
With only three defensive starters returning — including Richardson, a two-time all-MEAC selection — the Wildcats are looking for several of last season's reserves to step up.
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