Day One of "The Ochocinco Project" Featuring Eric Hicks
April 13, 2012 - Ultimate Indoor Football League (UIFL) News Release
CINCINNATI - The first day of "The OchoCinco Project" featuring former Cincinnati Bearcats forward Eric Hicks has come and gone. One thing is for sure, he will be able to make a huge impact for the Cincinnati Commandos in the redzone.
After watching film of last week's victory over Western Pennsylvania, Hicks joined his teammates on the practice field at D1 Sports Facility. He ran through all of the receiver drills and showed the hands of a power forward attacking a round ball coming off the backboard. Unfortunately, a football isn't round nor does it carom off of anything.
"You can tell Eric is an athlete, his routes and hands are still there from his high school days and will continue to get better," said head coach Billy Back. "His physical basketball skills will translate to the football field well, along with his 6'8, 250 pound frame."
Hicks will play for the Commandos on Saturday, April 28 as Cincinnati takes on rival Marion. Kickoff is slated for 7:30 p.m. at the historic Cincinnati Gardens. It will be University of Cincinnati night in honor of Hicks suiting up. Tickets for the game will start at $6, while they will have $1 pizzas and $1 beer during Happy Hour.
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