The Southeastern Louisiana University football team kicked off fall practice at Strawberry Stadium with a split-squad session. Coach Frank Scelfo noted the high energy from the first group, while the second group struggled with the heat. Notably, former quarterback Cole Kelley, a distinguished player, returned as an analyst for the secondary. The Lions will practice again on Wednesday and are gearing up for their season opener against HCU on August 27.

By the Numbers
  • 100+ student-athletes participated in the first practice.
  • Season opener is set for August 27 at 6 p.m.
State of Play
  • Split-squad practices will continue through Friday.
  • Key preseason dates include a ticket pickup party on August 15 and Lionpawlooza on August 22.
What's Next

The team will conduct further training sessions and prepare strategies leading up to their home game against HCU. Anticipation builds for upcoming preseason events that foster community engagement and fan support.

Bottom Line

As the Lions embark on their preseason journey, maintaining energy and building team cohesion will be crucial for success as they approach the start of the season and engage with their fan base.