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Mountain Lion hopefuls have day in the sun - Photos
by Ron Nabity, published on August 12, 2012 at 4:33 PM
Storyline: Sporting Events
Del Oro High School football field was the place to be for Mountain Lions tryouts
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Over 120 men braved the heat on Sunday to earn a spot on the Sacramento Mountain Lions football team. Some players drove from out of state to attend the tryouts at the Del Oro High School football field in Loomis.
Players were reminded to "have fun and hydrate!"
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Trying out for kicker position.
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Image by: Ron Nabity
Image by: Ron Nabity
Staying cool was one of the challenges facing those who came out for a chance to make the team.
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As temperatures quickly climbed into the 90's by noon, the open tryouts were up to full speed on the field.
Time trials in the 40 yard dash.
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Image by: Ron Nabity
Image by: Ron Nabity
Image by: Ron Nabity
Some spectators brought their own shade.
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Image by: Ron Nabity
Each candidate had two chances to post their best times in the 40 yard dash, then the tryouts split up into specific skill drills.
Image by: Ron Nabity
Image by: Ron Nabity
Image by: Ron Nabity
More photos from the tryouts can be viewed here.
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Kati Garner
August 14, 2012 | 9:07 AM
Great action shots, Ron!!! Those guys mean business.
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