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In Focus: Football takes the field at annual Spring Game

By Guglielmo Vedovotto / Columbia Daily Spectator

Bean’s throw cannot escape the outstretched arms of first-year defensive lineman Paul Akere, who breaks up this pass on the play.

By Guglielmo Vedovotto • April 22, 2019 at 6:12 AM

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The Lions warm up before the scrimmage begins.

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The offensive team runs drills.

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Redshirt quarterbacks attempt short and medium length throws. With the quarterback position still currently undecided, scrimmages like this are essential in assessing which player is right for the starting job.

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Every yard matters, even when playing against your own team.

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With the defense fast approaching, sophomore quarterback Josh Bean makes his reads on third down.

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With the game being his last chance to evaluate the team before the fall season, head coach Al Bagnoli takes down some final thoughts.

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Junior wide receiver Kaleb Pitts tries to gain separation from the defense as first-year quarterback Ty Lenhart prepares to throw in his direction.

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All eyes are on the center as the two sides eagerly wait for the ball to be snapped.

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First-year defensive back Jordan Colbert runs back an interception as his teammates get out in front to block.

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Bagnoli delivers some parting words as the team huddles around him.

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After a day of competing against each other, the two sides come together as one team, closing out another successful Spring Game.