TUCSON, Ariz. – Arizona Football played its first practice in Arizona Stadium on a sunny Saturday in front of Wildcat supporters.
The Wildcats took the field inside Arizona Stadium for a practice for the first time under new Head Coach Brent Brennan. During individual and offense against defense, the Cats displayed their teamwork, communication, and family atmosphere with smiling faces.
Wide receiver
Chris Hunter made a highlight reel grab and has had an impressive start to spring camp. Defensive back
Emmanuel Karnley made a stellar interception during one-on-ones.
Arizona finishes spring camp on April 27 with the Red vs. Blue Spring Game at 6 p.m. inside Arizona Stadium. The spring game will be available on Pac-12 Network.
Defensive Coordinator
Duane Akina and linebackers
Jacob Manu,
Kamuela Ka'aihue, and
Taye Brown spoke with the media after practice.
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"You get your degree over there and you cross the street and you're going to get your degree in defensive back play over here." Akina about communication and building a defense. "I'm big on communication and now they understand the language. I teach from the offensive side of the ball and now they are starting to understand how the defense is built." -
Defensive Coordinator Duane Akina.
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"Working on more of the mental side of the game. I want to out-smart everybody. Everyone has the speed but If I know where they're going before them, I can beat them there. More the mental side and since I know this defense, I can help the young guys get it. " - Linebacker
Jacob Manu.
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