Chapter 4 Team Tryout
"Hey, hey! Have you heard about it? Coach Burns dug out a gem from the school, saying he is a rare talent, but he has never practiced football, coach I took him very seriously and looked for him several times.”
"That's just right. Let me teach him a lesson. The shocking education on the training day will let him know who his father is."
"Hahaha."
"It's not necessary. We are already short of running backs. Just relying on Josh, a freshman, I think the offense may not be able to open up the situation this year."
"Josh is fine. Damian's injury is not serious and he will be back soon. I don't think we need more running backs. Why, do you think the coach just picked up a homeless man from the road and brought him back? Play as the savior of our Red Tide Storm?"
"The savior is not that exaggerated..."
"I don't know what Coach Burns is thinking. When did the Crimson Tide Storm become so casual? Any cat or dog can become a member of it. If my grandfather knew about it, his heart might have stopped immediately."
"I heard he seemed to be an Asian boy..."
"Really or not?"
"No way?"
“How come I didn’t know rugby is played in Asia?”
"Idiot, didn't you hear what I said before? That kid has never played rugby before. You'd better shut up, otherwise the average IQ of the entire stadium will be lowered by you."
It is now April 2016, and there is still half a year before the start of the new season in September, but the team is in spring training camp, which is also the last training opportunity before the summer vacation.
The sound of rustling was surging among the people in the warm-up team, and the surge of youthful hormones could be clearly felt between the eyebrows and eyes. Both of them couldn't hold their breath, and were disturbed by the rumors this morning.
Not only in Tuscaloosa, but throughout the state of Alabama, the University of Alabama football team also has unparalleled popularity. Because there are no other professional league teams here, the state's University of Alabama and Auburn University football teams Undoubtedly the favorite of all residents, the ratings of these two teams' games are even higher than those of professional games.
It is conceivable that the pride and pride of the players is unimaginable. Everyone is happy to be a member of the Crimson Tide Storm, especially the residents of this state.
But now suddenly a foreign monk appears halfway——
Subconsciously, I became vigilant.
However.
Ahem!
There was a cough from the sidelines of the court, and all the whispers immediately disappeared. No one even dared to look at the sidelines and concentrated on training with their eyes, nose, nose, and heart, because they all knew that this was a signal from the head coach.
Nick Saban.
One of the greatest coaches in the history of NCAA football. It is even generally considered that there is no problem in removing "one". This 65-year-old coach has a total career record as a college football head coach as of 2023. It is 282 wins, 70 losses and 1 draw. This is an incredible winning rate, unprecedented and unprecedented.
After achieving such brilliant achievements in the NCAA, Shaban also tried to enter the professional league NFL to take charge of the coaching job. However, the results of three different challenges at different times were unsatisfactory, including two unhappy seasons with the Miami Dolphins starting in the 2005 season. Later, he Or return to the college arena.
In 2007, Shaban returned from the NFL and took his coaching staff, including Burns, to the University of Alabama Crimson Tide, revitalizing this traditional football school that had been dormant for many years. He became the United States Champion in 2009 and returned to the throne after a lapse of 17 years.
In nine seasons at the University of Alabama, Shaban brought the Crimson Tide three national championships, three National Final Fours, and three other conference finals. In other words, in the past nine years, they have ended the regular season without exception. After being able to enter the bowl game, it is undoubtedly one of the best college football teams in North America.
Brilliant, dazzling.
There's no question that Shaban has the absolute authority on the University of Alabama football team.
It is worth mentioning that Shaban has outstanding abilities, and it is an honor for any coach to join his team, so his coaching team has also become a poaching target for other teams. Over the years, team members have changed one after another, but The only exception is Burns.
Burns, as a legendary running back coach, was once the running back coach of Clemson University, another traditional football team. After Shaban personally came to recruit successfully in 2007, the cooperation between the two has continued to this day. In front of Shaban, Burns' words naturally carry extraordinary weight.
Now, Burns said that he needs Levi, then Shaban believes that they need Levi, and Shaban is also very much looking forward to this talent that Burns is full of praise for.
Buzz.
Buzz buzz.
There is no need to turn around, you can tell from the eyes and reactions of the young boys on the court that the protagonist of the topic has appeared.
Shaban, did not turn around.
This coach has his own style. He always wears a suit for any game or training. His gray hair is neatly combed back, and his eyebrows like caterpillars are his iconic features.
Standing straight and serious, it wasn't until Burns appeared in sight and said hello that Shaban calmly looked at the young man -
height. body shape. weight.
Compared with his appearance, what is really eye-catching is his reserved temperament, which naturally exudes a bookish air. On the surface, it seems calm, but Shaban can see the muscle lines of his arms and calves, which contain strength and are ready to go. Anyone who despises an opponent because this young man looks a little thin and because of the color of his skin is bound to be in trouble.
Shaban knows Burns' ability and has a better vision than him in selecting young talents, not only at running back, but also at other positions. For this assistant head coach, Shaban's bond of trust is completely different from that of others.
However, it is still not apparent on the surface.
"What?" Shaban looked away and asked loudly.
Levi introduced himself again, "Just call me Levi."
"Levi, okay." Shaban nodded his head gently to express his agreement. Without any polite greetings, he turned to look at the stadium, "Why don't we get down to business now..."
After a moment's pause, Shaban looked around and could see the undisguised expressions on the young and immature faces of the players. They were curious, probing, contemptuous, playful and provocative. Young people are always so passionate.
Shaban thought about it seriously. He should really take a look at this young man's strength. Only by understanding the upper and lower limits and accurately grasping his potential can he make plans for the season——
At running back, the current starting position is freshman Josh Jacobs.
Of course, Jacobs won this position through his performance and strength, and his talent limit is also very optimistic by the coaching staff; but choosing a freshman as the main player can also see the dilemma of the running back position.
If Levi can bring surprises...
Therefore, he should choose the main players to fight against, so that he can see the depth; but there is no need to use too much force at the beginning. First, look at the basic physical fitness of the young people, and the selection of players should be arranged and combined.
Then, Shaban directly named him.
"Foster, Humphrey, Allen, Jackson, you four will line up."
roar.
Ho ho ho.
Hearing the roll call, the other players immediately started cheering and even whistled, and the mood of watching a good show was burning with no concealment.
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