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Week 3

/ Hunter O. Hewitt / 5 Comments

Week 3 has arrived!

Hello Aztec fans!

I hope you are all having a great week! I also hope you were able to see us defeat Army on Saturday, 42-7.

Saturday was fun, but we have already moved on to North Dakota. Although they are a Division 1-AA or FCS team, we can not afford to look past them. This season, several Division 1 or FBS teams have already lost to Division 1-AA teams, and we do not want to find ourselves on that list.

A new week also means a new set of stories on AztecsForLife.com.

On Wednesday, I will publish a story on Dr. SaBrina White, an academic advisor who has helped countless football players and other student-athletes en route to receiving their diplomas.

On Thursday, I will publish a story on two former Aztec football players who are now coaches. Offensive line coach Mike Schmidt and strength and conditioning coach Adam Hall will be highlighted in this week’s Throwback Thursday.

This will be the first in a three-week series showcasing players-turned-coaches. Next week, I will post a story on quarterbacks coach Brian Sipe. The following week, I will highlight former players and current graduate assistants Doug Deakin and Lynell Hamilton.

To finish the week, senior tight end DJ Shields will be the subject for Feature Friday.

Stay tuned!

GO AZTECS

Week 2

/ Hunter O. Hewitt / 1 Comment

The focus has now moved on to Army, and signs are posted all around the Fowler Athletics Center

Week 2 is here, and although we suffered a tough loss on Saturday, we are moving on to our next opponent, Army.

We played Army last season, and it was a close game, so we know that we cannot take them lightly. They are a tough-nosed team, and their offense can be frustrating and exhausting. We will need to be very discipline on defense.

Week 2 also means another set of stories is set to be released.

This week’s Warrior Wednesday story will be on SDSU’s video coordinator Brian Murphy. Murphy has been working with SDSU since 2003, and he does a lot for the football program. Be sure to check in on Wednesday to read about his hard work and dedication.

This week’s Throwback Thursday story will be on former SDSU linebacker Russell Allen. Allen currently plays for the Jacksonville Jaguars, and he is entering his fourth season in the NFL. Tune in on Thursday to read about Allen’s time at SDSU and his transition to the NFL.

The Feature Friday story this week will be on linebacker Rob Andrews. A senior, Andrews has battled through injuries throughout his career but has still been a big part of the Aztec defense. Check in on Friday to learn more about him and his journey to where he is today.

Also, if you haven’t already, be sure to check out last week’s stories on Mark Haines, Kyle Turley, and Dominique Sandifer.

That’s it for now. Hope to see all of you there on Saturday at Aztec Warrior Stadium!

GO AZTECS

Week 1 of the 2012 SDSU football season has arrived

/ Hunter O. Hewitt / 1 Comment

It’s finally here. After months of anxious anticipation, we have finally made it to the first week of the 2012 football season.

We are extremely excited for the first game. After three weeks of hitting each other and competing in training camp, we are ready to finally play against someone else. Game week has arrived.

Once you step foot inside the Fowler Athletics Center, it’s clear that it’s game week. Signs reading “Beat the Huskies” and “Game Week” can be found everywhere you turn your head. It’s a great feeling, as we have made it to the best time of the year, football season.

Week one of the football season also means the first series of stories on AztecsForLife.com. As I mentioned before, each week I will publish three stories.

First, I will publish a story on Wednesday on Mark Haines, an athletic trainer for SDSU. Haines has been with the Aztecs for over 20 years and is a huge part of our success. Check in on Wednesday to read about the dedication and hard work that he shows every day to help our football program. This is a part of the Warrior Wednesday series.

Next, I will publish a story on Thursday on Aztec legend Kyle Turley. After a stellar NFL career, the former SDSU offensive lineman has now moved on to the music scene. Stay tuned to hear about what Turley has been up since the end of his football career. This is a part of the Throwback Thursday series.

Lastly, I will publish a story on Friday on current Aztec wide receiver Dominique Sandifer. After a devastating knee injury that forced him to sit out the entire 2011 season, Sandifer is back and ready to go for his final season. He was recently voted as a team captain by his fellow teammates, and is a great leader both on and off the field. Check in on Friday to read about Sandifer and his story. This is a part of the Feature Friday series.

That’s it for now. 5 days until Washington!

One of the many signs around the Fowler Athletics Center

by Hunter Hewitt

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