Staff report

SALISBURY — Livingstone’s football team holds its first practice at 8:45 this morning in Alumni Memorial Stadium. Practices are open to the public.

Coach Daryl Williams said most of his 85 players arrived on Monday and have gone through two days of testing and conditioning.

“It’s great to get started and we’re excited about the upcoming season,” said Williams.

The Blue Bears are coming off a winless season in 2017 and Williams promises an intense pre-season camp for his team.

“We’ve changed a few things, including a new way to challenge the team,” explained Williams. “Everyone starts with a black stripe on his helmet and you have to earn a blue stripe by coming to work and being committed every day. And commitment means the work ethic, attitude and energy that you bring every day.”

Williams added that the team’s first scrimmage with pads will be held Sunday at 6:15 p.m., also in the stadium and open to fans.