Training Camp Report – Day 7
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Sherbrooke – There are many ongoing battles during the Alouettes 2015 training camp and the running back position is no stranger to that situation.
After completing the 2014 on the injured list, veteran Brandon Whitaker is back on the field doing what he does best, which is pretty much everything a running back needs to do. Tyrell Sutton and Brandon Rutley, carried the load in his absence are also very much in the mix and aiming for the starter’s job.
Chris Rainey and Stefan Logan are also contenders, all while being used as kick returners. Recent newcomer Jewel Hampton has also been displaying his talent and making a case for himself.
These running backs have all proved that they can run and catch, but their ability to block in a pass-happy league could very well determine what the final roster will look like at the end of camp. That is why a good chunk of individual drills on Saturday consisted of one-on-one blocking drills between running backs and linebackers.
International linebacker Avery Cunningham pilfered another pass on Saturday, as he was able to grab hold of a ball that previously deflected off of Chris Thompson and Cody Hoffman.
Head coach Tom Higgins was a popular man with his players on this seventh day of training camp as he sent them to the swimming pool at Bishop’s University instead of having them stay on the field for a second practice.
Intra-squad game tomorrow in Saint-Hubert
This year, the Alouettes will be holding their annual intra-squad game presented by TELUS starting at 10:30 a.m. on Sunday 7 June at Parc Rosanne-Laflamme (7405 Terrasse du Centre in St-Hubert). The Alouettes faithful can expect a fun-filled day, as they will have the opportunity to meet their favourite team’s players and coaches. The cheerleaders and Mascot Touché! will also be on site to ensure another great Alouettes fan get together! Access to the intra-squad game is free for all.
$29 tickets available
Fans in attendance at Sunday’s intra-squad game will have access to a limited amount of tickets, which will be on sale for the special price of $29.
