South Alabama's football team is gearing up for the spring season with a renewed sense of energy and optimism. After a challenging 2020 season marked by canceled games and roster changes due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Jaguars are eager to get back on the field and showcase their talent.
The team's spring practice schedule began on March 17th and will run through April 16th, culminating in the annual Spring Game at Hancock Whitney Stadium on April 17th. Head Coach Kane Wommack has been working closely with his coaching staff and players to develop a plan that will allow them to make the most of this important time.
The Jaguars will be looking to build on their progress from last season, which saw them finish with a 4-7 record. One of the key areas of focus for the team this spring will be improving their offense, which struggled at times during the 2020 campaign.
Wommack and Offensive Coordinator Major Applewhite have been working closely with their players to fine-tune their execution and improve their chemistry on the field. One player who will be instrumental to the team's success is quarterback Desmond Trotter, who showed flashes of brilliance last season despite battling injuries.
Trotter will be joined by a talented group of skill position players, including wide receivers Jalen Tolbert and Kawaan Baker, who were both named to the All-Sun Belt Conference team in 2020. Running backs Carlos Davis and Jared Wilson will also be looking to make an impact this spring.
On the defensive side of the ball, the Jaguars will be looking to build on their success from last season, when they finished as one of the top teams in the Sun Belt Conference in total defense. Led by Defensive Coordinator Corey Batoon, the defense will be anchored by a talented front seven that includes linebacker Nick Mobley and defensive lineman Jeffery Whatley.
One of the biggest challenges facing the Jaguars this spring will be adapting to a new coaching staff. Wommack was hired in December to replace Steve Campbell, who was fired after three seasons with the team. Wommack brings a wealth of experience to the position, having served as the defensive coordinator at Indiana for the past two seasons.
Despite the challenges posed by the coaching change and the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the Jaguars are confident that they have what it takes to succeed this spring. With a talented roster and a dedicated coaching staff, they are poised to make significant strides and establish themselves as one of the top teams in the Sun Belt Conference.
As the team prepares for the upcoming season, South Alabama fans are eagerly anticipating the return of football to Hancock Whitney Stadium. After a challenging year marked by uncertainty and disruption, the opportunity to come together and support their team on the field is more important than ever.
With a full slate of spring practices and the Spring Game on the horizon, the Jaguars are ready to show what they are capable of and pave the way for a successful season ahead. As they take the field, they do so with the support of a dedicated fan base that is behind them every step of the way
