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CAMP PENLETON, Calif. - The depot’s football team, the Titans, had their first victory of the season against the 5th Marines Grizzlies in a 34-0 game at Camp Pendleton, Sept. 14.
Both teams warmed up on the field running through drills and calisthenics for just a short period of time before the game started at 7:30 p.m. The Titans won the coin toss and decided to take the ball. Though the game got off to a slow start, the Titans picked it up before the end of the first half with quite a few touchdowns giving them the upper hand and confidence to finish up the second half strong and victorious.
Though the Titans made it look as if all of their physical practice paid off, the coaches made sure the team was just as strong in mind as they are in body.
“We prepare the players mentally,” said Staff Sgt. James Corona, drill instructor, 1st Battalion and Titans coach. “We make sure they understand that football is not
just a game of brute strength but a game of quick thinking by smart men.”
Some of the players also noticed how the physical part of the game is only a fraction of what makes for a winning team.
“We had a good practice Monday,” said Staff Sgt. Hector Alanis, training NCO, Headquarters and Service Bn. Titans defensive tackle. “But we had good communication and we didn’t give up.”
When the Titans showed up to the game, they came with passion.
“I think we did extremely well,” said Corona. “Especially after coming off a two- game losing streak. I know that we came into this game ready to win. We simply just wanted it more.”
Although the Titans came with a winning mindset the players knew they weren’t going to win on confidence alone. The team worked well as a whole and a few key players stood out at the end of the night.
“Staff Sgt. [James] Bergeron threw five of 11 for 98 yards,” said Corona. “Lance Cpl. [LeAndre] Ingram is the most versatile player on the team. He played offensive tackle and guard, and defensive tackle and defensive end better than I have ever seen anyone play in this league. Lastly, Sgt. [Thomas] Corum rushed for one touchdown and was passing the ball with extreme accuracy. He is a very smart quarterback that reads the defense and makes changes instantly.”
While most of the Titans were tired at the end of the night they were happy with their result of a 34-0 victory after having a two-game loss to start their season.
“Fifth Marines is not a bad team, but they didn’t communicate tonight,” said Alanis. “We had good communication and [the win] feels good. I hope we have more in the future.”
| Date Taken: | 09.14.2010 |
| Date Posted: | 09.23.2010 13:25 |
| Story ID: | 56851 |
| Location: | CAMP PENLETON, CALIFORNIA, US |
| Web Views: | 96 |
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