Missouri State football coach won't let fans call opening plays
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 8:55 PM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
Missouri State football coach Casey Woods confirmed that fans will not call the opening offensive plays when the Bears begin their season. This follows a similar initiative from Akron, which allowed a season-ticket holder to script their first drive. While Woods emphasizes community engagement and has seen increased season ticket sales since last year, he opted to keep play-calling in the hands of his offensive coordinator, Mark Cala. Woods aims to fill Plaster Stadium with devoted supporters but maintains a traditional approach to play-calling for their upcoming games.
- •Casey Woods will retain play-calling duties for Missouri State's first drive.
- •Akron's fan initiative boosted their season ticket sales by 40%.
- •Missouri State has more season ticket holders than last year.
- •Woods aims to enhance community involvement around the team.
- 8:55 PMYahoo Sports — Could Missouri State football allow a fan to call plays on the field?
"Akron football is letting a season-ticket holder draw up the opening offensive plays of the season. Will Casey Woods and Missouri State follow suit?
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