Warhawks first training camp practice was fast paced and energenic

                                              

Warhawk offensive coordinator Craig Smith oversees his unit at today's practice

The UW-Whitewater football team's 2015 training camp roster stands at 138 as the preseason's first on-field practice took place this afternoon.

Many NCAA III programs boast rosters approaching 200 whoever UW-Whitewater has stayed steady between 135 and 140 on its preseason roster. 

The Warhawks and other WIAC teams used to have larger rosters however the conference's 100 player regular season roster limit has had an impact on the number of recruits brought in each season.

This afternoon's first practice of the preseason was held at the North practice field complex. The majority  of the remaining practices will take place inside Perkins Stadium.

The one thing that jumped out at me this afternoon was the energy at practice.  UW-Whitewater's new coaching staff ran a rapid pace 24 segment practice. The high energy level of both the coaching staff and players was quite apparent.

I was standing adjacent to new Warhawk offensive coordinator Craig Smith for much of this afternoon's practice. Coach Smith's high energy level was contagious as he "coached up" his quarterbacks and offensive unit.

My Warhawk Training Camp Reports will debut Monday morning at 7:15 on KOOL 106.5. The reports will also be streamed live. To access the audio stream CLICK HERE.