Georgia Force Host Open Tryout at Duluth High School
September 21, 2007 - Arena Football League (1987-2008) (AFL I)
Georgia Force News Release
FLOWERY BRANCH, GA - The Force will host their first open tryout of the offseason at Duluth High School, on Saturday, October 13. The tryout will mark the first time the Force has held a tryout in Gwinnett County since Arthur Blank purchased the team in 2004.
Skill positions (quarterback, wide receiver and defensive back) will begin registration at 7:30 a.m. Offensive linemen, defensive linemen, linebackers, fullbacks and kickers will register at 8:30 a.m. Georgia is looking to build its 2008 roster before training camp opens in February. Participants will partake in physical skills such as the 40-yard dash and the short shuttle drill. Players will be separated by positions and will work through drills specific for their positions.
DRILLS DURING TRYOUT
QB - Dropping back, passing and ball exchange drills
OL/DL, FB/LB - Pass-rush, pass-pro drills and one-on-one drills
WR/DB - Catching, route-running, coverage drills and one-on-one drills
K - Kickoffs, extra-point, 20 yards, 30 yards and 45-yard kicks
"We are excited about our open workout at Duluth High School on October 13," said Director of Football Operations Jim Kubiak. "By the team moving back to Gwinnett it provides us with opportunities to scout local talent and give them the chance to showcase their talents. There are guys on every AFL Team that have competed in events such as this, including myself. You never know if this will be the day that we find our next impact player."
Registration and waiver forms can be found at www.georgiaforce.com in addition to directions to Duluth High School.
Force season tickets are currently on sale, starting at $9 a game. For ticket information, please contact the Force ticket sales office at 1-888-55-FORCE.
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