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The Battery Creek Dolphins football team is gearing up for a new season filled with hope and determination. Under head coach Ed Susi, the team aims to grow from past performance, focusing on offseason preparation and strength training. Players believe they can surprise rivals despite facing tough competition. The team is determined to foster a winning culture, aiming for a strong start to the season and to change the narrative surrounding their program.
Battery Creek Football Team Prepares for Season with Optimism
BATTERY CREEK, SC – The Battery Creek Dolphins football team is gearing up for a new season filled with hope and determination. Under the guidance of head coach Ed Susi, who is entering his third year, the team aims to build upon their previous performances after recording a winless season in their first year and a modest 3-7 record last season.
This year, the Dolphins are focusing on growth and development, particularly emphasizing the importance of offseason preparation. Coach Susi has made strength training a cornerstone of the program, believing that heightened confidence stemming from physical fitness is crucial for the team’s progress. The players have shown a noteworthy shift in mentality and accountability, which has been largely influenced by their rigorous offseason workouts.
The Dolphins understand that they face challenging competition, including the defending state champions, Oceanside. However, the team members are optimistic about their offensive and defensive strategies, which they believe are finally coming together. Several players have expressed that they now consider themselves a “dangerous” team capable of surprising their rivals.
Senior linebacker Cody Smith has noted the significant improvements in the strength of the linemen following the intensive offseason training. Last season’s struggles stemmed from being overpowered by opponents, but current players are confident that they can change the narrative. Coach Susi intends for the defense to adopt a more aggressive stance this season, encouraging quick, responsive plays rather than relying solely on size and strength.
The Dolphins’ season opener is scheduled for August 22 against Hilton Head Christian. The team’s recent performance includes a dramatic win, where they triumphed over Bethune-Bowman with a commanding score of 41-0, showcasing their abilities on both offense and defense. Key players like Chase Olsen and Derrick Smalls Jr. played vital roles in this victory, connecting for touchdown passes, while Ty’juan Simmons contributed both a rushing and a receiving touchdown. Eddie Heyward and Nigil Fripp made significant contributions on the ground, accumulating over 180 yards and scoring a touchdown.
For the first time since 2013, the Dolphins are aiming to achieve the goal of winning at least two of their first four games. They are striving to foster a new winning culture within the athletic program, a critical goal as they have faced challenges, including a 15-game losing streak to their rival, Beaufort, dating back to 2003. As they embark on this new season, the Dolphins are determined to change the narrative surrounding their program and to foster a culture of success.
The team is looking to leverage their recent successes, enhance their accountability, and channel their energy into the upcoming challenges. Coach Susi’s firm belief in the importance of both mental and physical preparation may give the Dolphins a competitive edge as they seek to redefine their legacy in high school football.
As the season unfolds, all eyes will be on the Battery Creek Dolphins to see if they can live up to their potential and achieve their goals.
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- Wikipedia: High School Football in the United States
- Your Island News: Dolphins Dominate, Even Record at 2-2
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- Encyclopedia Britannica: Football
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