Murray State University Athletics
Practice 6-MSU Spring Football
4/6/2006 5:00:00 AM | Football
These days, former Mayfield star Derrick Parrott seems more comfortable than ever as he suits up for the sixth practice of Murray State's spring workouts. Never a player that says all that much, Parrott is an upper classman now, a junior.
“We've been working hard this spring, earning the respect of our coaches,” Parrott said. “They've been telling us to give 100 percent on every play, work hard on the little things, and be perfectly sound on our technique. They are putting us in position to play to the best of our abilities.”
Parrott became an immediate contributor in his first season as a starter in 2005, finishing fourth on the team in tackles with 49. But taking the ball carrier to the turf isn't the only thing Parrott brings to the defensive side of the ball, as the 6-foot 195-pound defensive back also led the team with three interceptions, forcing a fumble, recovering a fumble, breaking up three passes, and even added in one sack.
Parrott has been a contributor on special teams since he was a freshman. He returns punts and kickoffs and is among the best in the Ohio valley Conference
He came to
Parrott, is a criminal justice major at MSUand before he earns a badge to?protect and serve' he wants to do the same thing in the Racer defensive backfield in 2006.
MSU NOTES: In practice #6 today the Racers worked out in helmets and shoulder pads. It was a day for light contact. The Racers next practice is scheduled for Friday at 4 p.m. All public are invited and admission is free.
MSU has another scrimmage scheduled for Saturday morning at 9 a.m.
The Racers spring game is coming up on April 21 at 7 p.m. at Roy Stewart Stadium. The team is having a cookout before the spring game and everyone is invited. The cost is $6 and all fans, students and parents are asked to RSVP to Diana Waller, MSU's football secretary. Her number is 270-762-6181.
