Former Denton Ryan kicker finds comfort zone, is perfect so far this year at Grambling

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GRAMBLING STATE (1-2, 1-0 SWAC) VS. PRAIRIE VIEW A&M (2-1, 0-2) 4 p.m. Saturday, Cotton Bowl (No TV)

DALLAS, Texas -- A year ago, Grambling State kicker Marc Orozco trotted off the Cotton Bowl field moments after kicking a field goal, one of two 3-pointers that were the deciding points in his team's 26-20 victory over Prairie View A&M.

Like he usually does, Orozco checked the stands behind the Grambling State bench, making sure to make eye contact with his dad, Edwin, checking for his approval.

"Whether he disliked or liked the kick," Orozco said.

Edwin, 47, said he smiled but was "kinda crying a little bit. It made me real happy, made me proud.

"Everything we've been working on together, from then to now ... his dream is coming true."

Orozco again will be the kicker for Grambling State when it faces Prairie View A&M at 4 p.m. Saturday in the Southwest Airlines State Fair Classic at the Cotton Bowl.



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