SUU is a caring campus community where students come to explore their interests and prepare for meaningful careers and life experiences . But if youre trying to break it down, were going to be 45% run, 45% pass, and then the jet sweep stuff and option will be about 10%, he said. He left the school as the winningest coach in program history. They also have three young grandsons. The only thing thats going to stop Isaiah Williams is Isaiah Williams, Fitzgerald said. Now what weve got to do is find the other five or six pieces on each side of the football. "These 23 young men are the foundation on which we are going to build a great FCS football program. The now-redshirt junior threw for 2,416 yards and nine touchdowns to go along with 13 interceptions. Redshirt sophomore Aubrey Nellems notched 48 tackles as well and looks to see an increased role as the most experienced returning linebacker. The program will enter the WAC next season. He led a Southern Virginia team to its second-ever winning season in 2013 with an 8-2 record. Theres a lot of players in this room. He also said he plans to actively recruit top athletes from Arizona, Nevada and Southern California. With a history dating back to 1963, SUU currently competes in the NCAA Football Championship Subdivision[2] as a member of the United Athletic Conference. TicketSmarter: Official Ticket Resale Partner, George S. Eccles Sports Performance Center, Gerardi Earns Spot at Kansas City Chiefs Rookie Mini-Camp, ASUN-WAC Football Partnership Formally Rebrands As The United Athletic Conference, Southern Utah Football Spring Game Preview, Thunderbirds Football Signs Big '23 Class, Video Platform powered by CBS Sports Digital. Were going to show up on time. 1/11/2022 4:36:00 PM. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Kelling was named Football Gazette's Division II National Defensive Player of the Year in 1991 during his playing days. Magginson was a four-year player for the Bobcat football team and appeared in all 13 games and made two starts as a senior. The SUU head coach feels that redshirt senior punter Jake Gerardi could be another NFL-bound player. The coaches from last year's staff staying in Cedar City include offensive line coach Aaron Fernandez, wide receivers coach Brady Measom, linebackers coach Solomona Tapasa and defensive line coach Ryan Hunt. In his time at WKU, Robison was on the practice squad and learned under record-setting quarterback Bailey Zappe. Anything we do, were going to finish what we start accountability, punctuality, discipline, all those things are really important to me.. All Rights Reserved, This Utah college football team is now looking for a new head coach. New head coach DeLane Fitzgerald addresses his team following Wednesday's practice. However, Millers subpar 2,416 yards, nine touchdowns and 13 interceptions on 61% completion means his job might not necessarily be a lock. The Southern Utah University Thunderbirds will be looking for a new head football coach. The Thunderbirds are one of five new teams being added to the WAC, which will have 13 teams after the expansion. Moore had four touchdowns on 48 carries, while Duckett had 179 yards on 54 touches. All rights reserved. The 2021 running back position was a revolving door for Southern Utah. SUU averaged just 2.9 yards per carry on the ground. Starting with the 2022-23 school year, SUU will be exiting the Big Sky Conference and joining the Western Athletic Conference. (He) played for us last year at Frostburg and had 20 or 30 tackles as a true freshman, Fitzgerald said. We go into games trying to block a punt and trying to return a punt for a touchdown, he said, calling such plays the quickest way to win a football game., We will be exciting, he added. Robison was graded as a three-star quarterback in the 2020 cycle, and the 73rd best dual-threat quarterback in the class. "I am happy with the way our coaching staff came together," Fitzgerald said. Purcell will play defensive line at Southern Utah after successfully doing so for Bountiful High School in Bountiful, Utah. What theyve done in the past does not affect them now. (The offensive line) will have as big an impact, or bigger, than anybody else, just nobody will know that theyre doing it because theyre playing offensive line.. CEDAR CITY, Utah Southern Utah University head football coach DeLane Fitzgerald has announced his coaching staff for the upcoming season. Newly hired Southern Utah University football coach DeLane Fitzgerald is flanked by SUU Athletic Director Debbie Corum, SUU Interim President Mindy Benson and SUU cheerleaders, Cedar. He and his wife Penny are the parents of five daughters. If we line up and we are competitive and we play well, well win our fair share of games. Collin Gardner has played really well at the center and tackle position, Fitzgerald said. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. Before the regular season rolls around in late summer, Southern Utah University football will host its Spring Game to culminate the spring training season. Coach Fitzgerald even admitted that players sticking around on the roster may not have the same roles that they did in the fall last year. Prior to that, he had been a coach in various capacities in the program since 2007. Measom was a team captain for the Thunderbirds during his tenure and served on the leadership committee, along with putting up impressive stats in the wide receiver position. Like other coaches on the staff, Rosser follows Fitzgerald from Frostburg State to Southern Utah after serving as the Bobcats' cornerbacks coach for two seasons. And then after we show up, were going to work our rear ends off to be really, really good while were there., He said he promised SUU, Cedar City and Southern Utah that everything they do is going to be done at an extremely high rate., Were going to finish what we start. Rancho Cucamonga, California / Alta Loma HS. "I am happy with the way our coaching staff came together," Fitzgerald said. Sean Ellertson is a sports reporter for the St. George Spectrum & Daily News. With a new coaching staff working to establish a winning culture, veteran players are expected to lead by example. Demario has laid a strong foundation, Corum said in her statement, and we will begin work immediately to find the right person to continue building a successful program as we enter the Western Athletic Conference.. A native of Virginia, Fitzgerald played college football for James Madison University then started working as an assistant coach in 2000. Being competitive 11 straight games will be successful for me.. Copyright 2023 Deseret News Publishing Company. The Thunderbirds feature a first-time Division I head coach in DeLane Fitzgerald, who moved across the country from D-II Frostburg State (Md.) [3], Southern Utah fielded its inaugural team in 1963 with Bruce Osborne as head coach,[4] remained an NAIA independent through 1968, then became a charter member of the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC). After playing on the varsity squad for four seasons, Lynch was honored as both the Offensive MVP and Team MVP. That number was good for fifth on the team. [10], The Thunderbirds won their first Big Sky championship in 2015, defeating Northern Arizona 4941 in the regular season finale at Cedar City. The WAC already includes two other Utah teams, namely Dixie State University and Utah Valley University. 0:24 Southern Utah University football has announced the hiring of former Dixie State head coach Shay McClure as the team's linebackers coach. SUU had just five wins in Warrens final three seasons. Peterson is originally from San Antonio, Texas, and is joined in Cedar City by his wife, Camille, and daughter, Brooklyn. Copyright 2023 Southern Utah University. Ahead of the 2016 season Tapasa was brought to Cedar City to serve as SUU's Co-Defensive Coordinator and coach the linebacking unit. The signees were: Elijah Burns / RB / 5-11 / 205 / William & Mary, Brandon Dillard / OL / 6-4 / 260 / Frostburg State, Micah Pettit / K / 6-1 / 175 / Lafayette College, Mitchell Price / DB / 6-0 / 195 / Brigham Young, Jackson Rigby / TE / 6-4 / 230 / Utah State, Grady Robison / QB / 6-1 / 195 / Western Kentucky, Zach Strand / DL / 5-10 / 250 / Frostburg State. For all the latest on Southern Utah football, follow @SUUFB_ on Twitter, @SUUFB on Instagram, and like the Southern Utah Football Facebook page. The Thunderbird football program got longer, stronger and faster today.". [6] While in the WFC from 1986 to 1992, the Thunderbirds' overall record was 41341 (.546). He said they will do things the right way, adding that his players will be diligently attending class, weightlifting sessions, study hall, meetings and practices. 225-771-3171. Hatitio will look to help bolster the SUU offensive line after a successful high school career at Juan Diego Catholic High School in Draper. The Sammamish, Washington native led Eastlake High School to a 9-2 record as a senior under center. CEDAR CITY Southern Utah Universitys newly hired football coach received a warm welcome from players, fans and university officials on Thursday afternoon. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. The new faces for the Thunderbirds are Tye Hiatt, Ryan Payne, and Brandon Perkins. TicketSmarter: Official Ticket Resale Partner, George S. Eccles Sports Performance Center, Video Platform powered by CBS Sports Digital, Deputy Athletic Director for External Relations/COO, Senior Associate Athletic Director for Facilities and Events, Deputy Athletic Director for Finance & Administration, Senior Associate AD for Revenue Generation, Associate Athletic Director for Sports Medicine, Senior Associate Athletic Director for Development, Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Performance, Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Information and Communications (FB, GYM, SB), Director of Athletic Academic Performance, Orthopedic Surgery- Intermountain Healthcare, Assistant Director of Communications (SOC, MBB, M/WGOLF), General Manager-Van Wagner College-Southern Utah University Athletics, Offensive Coordinator/ Quarterbacks Coach, Running Backs Coach/Recruiting Coordinator, Linebackers Coach and Special Teams Coordinator, Interior Defensive Line Coach/Director of Football Operations, Graduate Assistant Strength and Conditioning, Assistant Coach (Multis, Hurdles, Pole Vault). Miller has started 17 consecutive contests for SUU, giving Fitzgerald a seasoned quarterback. I know you guys are coming off a 1-10 season. Demario has laid a strong foundation and we will begin work immediately to find the right person to continue building a successful program as we enter the Western Athletic Conference.". John Kelling- Defensive Coordinator/Safeties Coach. On the offensive line, right guard Lyle Santos is the only current player who started all 11 games last season. CEDAR CITY, Utah - Southern Utah University Director of Athletics Debbie Corum announced Monday that the university and head football coach Demario Warren have mutually agreed to part ways. With the success, head coach Ed Lamb joined the staff at Brigham Young in Provo and defensive coordinator Demario Warren was promoted.[11]. The OFFICIAL YouTube account for Southern Utah University. Like Magginson, Brunson comes to Southern Utah by way of Frostburg State as both a player and coach. The Southern Utah University football team is a team in transition. Defensive Graduate Assistant. Aaron Brown.
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