Football Remains Busy in the Off-Season
May 22, 2009
COLLEGE PARK, Md. - Spring practice is in the rearview mirror, but the Maryland football program continues to remain busy.
Here are some past, current and future happenings:
In all 28 members of last year's 30-man senior class are expected to complete their studies by the end of the summer.
Galt and his strength and conditioning staff held the annual Iron Terp Olympics on Monday, May 11. As he does each year, Galt holds the event on the final day of classes. Galt calls it a "fun experience for the guys, something to build camaraderie and team bonding."
Approximately 10 players were placed on 10 different teams. The players competed in lifting exercises as well as a tug of war and a game of ultimate football.
Some highlights from the day included Bruce Campbell posting a personal-best 490-pound bench, which nearly set the all-time program mark (Jamie Wu - 505). Jamarr Robinson set the all-time QB bench press mark at 360 lbs., surpassing Jordan Steffy (355) and Neil O'Donnell (350).
The tug of war was won by Team Six which was led by Stephen St. John (anchor), Justin Gilbert, R.J. Dill, Anthony Green, Kevin Dorsey and Andrew Braxton.
Team One, which was led Robinson, Costa and Adrian Cannon, won the ultimate football game.
The Ralph Friedgen Invitational Golf Tournament is scheduled for Monday, June 1 at Woodmont Country Club in Rockville, Md. Spots remain open. Anyone interested in participating should contact Mike Lynn in the football office. Call 301-314-9057 or send an e-mail
Friedgen is also taking part in next week's Coaches Classic Golf Tournament in California. Many of the Division I football coaches are playing in the charity event which includes rounds at Pebble Beach and Spy Glass.
Important Upcoming Dates
July 26-27 - ACC Media Day in Greensboro, N.C.
Aug. 8 - Freshmen report to campus
Aug. 9 - Varsity reports to campus
Aug. 10 - Football preseason camp opens/Media Day
Sept. 5 - Season opener at California
2009 Football Season Tickets
The Terps open the season on Saturday, Sept. 5 at California and play their home opener the following week vs. James Madison. Season tickets for this fall's seven-game home slate, which includes matchups with Rutgers, Clemson, Virginia and Virginia Tech, start as low as $135 and are on sale through the Maryland Athletics Ticket Office. To purchase season tickets, call 1-800-IM-A-TERP or click here.
Tyser Tower Expansion Project
The newly-expanded Tyser Tower will officially open at the first home football game on Saturday, Sept. 12 vs. James Madison. The renovated towers include 64 luxury suites, and over 400 new mezzanine seats.
Suites are available now on multi-year, annual and single-game lease terms and offer the most luxurious game viewing experience. Mezzanine Seating is available now on lifetime, 10-year or annual lease terms, and feature complimentary in-seat food and beverage service.
For more information on these premium seating opportunities at Chevy Chase Bank Field at Byrd Stadium, please call the Terrapin Club at (301) 314-7020, send an e-mail or visit www.GreatExpectationsAthletics.com.
