University of Dayton football coach Trevor Andrews has announced safety Ca'ron Coleman and center Dylan DeMaison as the team captains for the 2024 season, following the team vote results unveiled after Sunday's spring game. Coleman, a junior safety from Piqua, Ohio, was the team's White Allen Most Valuable player in 2023 and received accolades for his notable performance in various statistical categories. DeMaison, on the other hand, was named First Team All-Pioneer Football League last season and is a three-year starter with a remarkable track record. The Flyer spring game, a closely contested offense vs. defense scrimmage, provided an opportunity for standout plays and demonstrations of the team's progress in developing quality depth. The upcoming 2024 season opener against Saint Francis is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 31 at home.

By the Numbers
  • Coleman recorded 77 total tackles, 34 solo tackles, 8.0 tackles for loss, 2.0 sacks, and 2 QB hurries in 2023
  • DeMaison enters 2024 with 30 starts to his credit, was UD's Offensive Player of the Week three times in the previous year, and earned the Stan Kurdziel Award as the top lineman on the team
  • The Flyer spring game featured three interceptions by the defense, with notable offensive plays resulting in scoring passes to Gavin Lochow and Jack Tess
State of Play
  • The team captains for the 2024 season have been decided, marking a significant development heading into the upcoming season
  • The Flyer spring game showcased the team's progress in developing quality depth and provided a platform for players to compete for starting spots on both sides of the ball
What's Next

The Flyers' next step is to prepare for the 2024 season opener against Saint Francis on Saturday, Aug. 31 at home.

Bottom Line

The announcement of team captains and the developments observed in the spring game underscore the key milestones as the University of Dayton football team gears up for the 2024 season, with the focus now shifting to the upcoming opener against Saint Francis.