Ever since Troy Calhoun became head coach at Air Force in 2007, the Falcons have scheduled an FCS team on opening weekend at Falcon Stadium. It’s a special weekend for the recently arrived doolies (first year cadets), as their parents are invited to come to the Academy to celebrate the end of basic training and see a football game.
The game also provides a good opportunity for the team to work out some kinks and give some experience to younger players who have worked their way into higher depth chart positions. Since Calhoun’s arrival, the Falcons have not lost any of these games and fans generally have the opportunity to see some players who are further down the depth chart get some action.