BOONE, N.C. — The cornerback put himself in perfect position to break up the red-zone pass, but 6-foot-4 receiver Dalton Stroman used his size, strength and sure hands to make a contested catch near the front-right pylon.
Several coaches, including defensive coordinator Scot Sloan, rushed over to offer some quick praise — to the defender, who couldn't help but smile at the improbable outcome.
App State's opening practice of Fall Camp on Friday featured encouraging moments and developments across the board. On a sunny day with temperatures in the high 70s – after a rainy, significantly cooler report day on Thursday — head coach Shawn Clark and his staff put together a plan that tested the endurance of their new-look roster.