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Riders leverage playbook retention for smoother early practices

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 7:51 PM

Last updated Aug 13, 2026

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Summary

Hulbert football is experiencing a strong start to its practice season, aided by players' retention of the previous years' playbook. Coach Chad Botts notes the team's familiarity with plays and drills has minimized the need for re-explanation. With some roster turnover from graduation, new contributors are emerging while the team focuses on refining fundamental skills. Practices are set to continue before the Riders host scrimmages against Keys and Cave Springs on August 21.

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By the Numbers

•Riders practice season begins positively, with good retention of plays
•Coach Chad Botts emphasizes focus on fundamentals
•New players adapting to the team's system
•Scrimmages scheduled against Keys and Cave Springs on August 21
•Team aims for improved performance following roster changes

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7:51 PMYahoo Sports — KNOWLEDGE IS POWER: Riders retention of playbook giving leg up in early practices

What they're saying

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At least one change is notable for Hulbert football heading into the season. Over a week into the practice season, things are going very smoothly – maybe even more than expected. When the Riders returned from summer break this season, there wasn’t much need to re-explain their plays, drills or how they go about practice. The Riders are making early strides in the practice schedule, thanks to ...
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