After a disappointing loss in week 1 at Tulsa (44-47 in overtime), the team began to focus on one of the programs biggest games which also plays a role into the recruiting battle with the University of Miami. I found myself in a challenging position due to the passion I have for the University of Miami but I have learned to separate business from pleasure. I grew up idolizing the program and now it was my turn to be on the opposite side cheering on the Owls. Game week was full of a variety of game day preparations because it would be a sell-out crowd as well as the first game recruits could attend. I found myself taking extra time to reflect on all the preparations for not only the coaches but also the staff in the office working extra hard to have everything prepared for the season home opener. There was plenty of “busy work” such as preparing lanyards for the staff, scouts, recruits, and game day staff. Our office is also responsible for communicating with compliance to make sure all of the student athletes are cleared and to make sure there are no NCAA violations when recruits are at the game. I also took the time to evaluate our opponent’s film from their first game against Bethune Cookman and I also reviewed some games from last year. These notes were then given to one of our graduate assistant coaches to use at their disposal. I learned more how to use the XOS Digital platform and how much easier it makes to watch game film. I enjoyed being able to make notes on the screen as I watched and using the remote to rewind or place plays in slow motion. I spoke to some of the coaches briefly to learn how they prepare for a big match up and many gave different answers but the similarities were focus and stick to the plans. This day left me with also a variety of office work such as laminating, sorting credentials, finalizing guest lists. I also made sure everyone received their copy of the itinerary. I did some work today with the Football Operations Director, Heather Henderson, and she broke down how she prepared the orders for hotels, post meal, pre game meals and all of the game day locker room needs. Tomorrow is the big game and the hours are long but move quickly.
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AuthorMy day to day experience with FAU Football from my perspective by Feddy Azofeifa. Archives
November 2015
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