Jamestown switching things up, likes the energy and numbers
Aug. 20—JAMESTOWN — Blue Jay football fans might be in for a surprise this fall. "You have to adjust your scheme to your personnel," Jamestown head coach Bill Nelson said. "There are a couple of areas where we don't have as many bodies as we once did and in other places we have more bodies. "We've always had a number of tight ends, we always had a number of slot receivers, but now we've got ...
Jamestown football fans can anticipate a fresh approach this fall, as coach Bill Nelson unveils new strategies for the team. Coach Nelson explained that the changes are due to adjustments in personnel, with fewer tight ends and slot receivers, but a surge in running backs and true single receivers. These strategic shifts will be tested starting August 10.
The Blue Jays are brimming with energy, and Nelson expressed confidence in the team's potential talent. While practices started in mid-August, the coaching staff has been preparing for the season since the end of the 1-8 season in October. The team's winter, spring, and summer preparations have contributed to the players' readiness.
Nelson's optimism extends to the incoming class, which he anticipates will number 75 to 80 players. Among them is senior quarterback Brady Nenow, who has made significant gains and demonstrated strong performance during the team's camp. Running back Karson Schmidt, who took over as the signal caller due to an injury to Nenow during the previous season, will lead the team alongside Brady. The offensive line will also feature three returning starters from last year.
Offensively, the Blue Jays will continue running a spread offense, with a potential addition of new elements as the season progresses. Defensively, the team will employ a 3-4 scheme, although adjustments have been made to improve effectiveness. Nelson emphasized the importance of protecting the signal callers and highlighted the defensive line's role in providing support.
The first game of the season is scheduled for August 28 against Wahpeton, with kickoff at 7 p.m. at Charlotte and Gordon Hanson Stadium. The team's season opener follows a successful campaign last year, where Jamestown defeated the Huskies 23-12. Coach Nelson expressed satisfaction with the overall improvement of Jamestown's teams in the Class AA West Region, stating that every game is significant, and the team is committed to continuous growth and improvement throughout the season.
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