Word: signal
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Dates: during 1900-1909
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...signal practice developed a new formation, whereby the end and tackle of one side of the line drop into the backfield and replace the fulback and one of the halves, who take their places on the other side of the line. Some attention was also given to developing a good interference formation for running in the kick...
...practice in passing and falling on the ball and tackling the dummy, the line-men were given practice in breaking through, the ends in running down under punts, and the backs in punting and catching punts. After this work, the squad was divided into seven teams which ran through signal practice and then lined up against each other for short scrimmages. From these teams a provisional first team was chosen and held a short signal practice. Today a provisional second team will be picked, and a regular line-up will take place. There will probably...
Half an hour was devoted in the morning to elementary work, and the remainder of the time was spent in signal practice, six squads being formed for that purpose...
...this week on Soldiers Field. The week thus far has been of the most elementary nature, and much attention has been given to kicking; the men are punting high with especial care in placing the ball. A new tandem formation for defense is being tried with good results. Short signal practice in which quick starting is required has put the men in much better condition than when they first came...
Spring football practice will begin this afternoon at 4 o'clock under the direction of Coach Wrightington '97 and Captain Hurley. The work will consist of passing, kicking, and falling on the ball. There will be no line-up, but signal practice may be tried later. Candidates will report dressed at the Locker Building at 4 o'clock. Coach Wrightington is especially desirous of having as many heavy men report as are able...