Troy's new head football coach, Gerad Parker, reflects on the challenges and lessons learned during the first few months at the program, emphasizing the importance of building a cohesive culture.

By the Numbers
  • Parker highlights the need for offensive improvement in taking care of the ball and defensive focus on doing individual jobs.
  • Troy is one of the few schools implementing in-helmet communication for players and coaches during spring practice as a prep for the fall.
State of Play
  • Parker stresses the team's responsiveness to coaching and their enthusiasm for the game.
  • Troy's football program is embracing changes, like in-helmet communication, to stay ahead in the evolving landscape of college football.
What's Next

As Troy continues spring practice, the focus remains on honing skills and ensuring seamless communication between coaches and players through in-helmet technology.

Bottom Line

Gerad Parker's approach to culture-building and strategic adjustments demonstrates a proactive leadership style that resonates positively with Troy's football program, setting a promising trajectory for the team's future performance.