LIVINGSTON, Ala. – The University of West Alabama football team held its first practice of the 2008 season on Thursday afternoon. Approximately 120 players showed to begin preparation for the season opener against Belhaven College.

The practice was held up by lightning in the area, delaying the practice to later in the afternoon.

“We had to cut some periods short with the lightning during the afternoon,” UWA Head Coach Bobby Wallace said. “I thought the guys were very attentive today with it being the first day. Some are feeling their ways through today and some are ahead of the game.

“We’ve got some guys in good shape and they are grasping the concepts today,” Wallace continued. “With this many bodies out here there is a lot of competition taking place and that’s good.”

The Tigers return to the practice field tomorrow afternoon for its second of preparation.

West Alabama’s season opener is Saturday, August 30. Kickoff is set for 7:00 p.m. at Tiger Stadium.