The Atlantic Trojans football team has had a strong summer and camp in preparation for the 2019 season. The Trojans are coming off a 4-5 season a year ago in their first year in Class 2A. Trojan Head Coach Mike McDermott has liked the work his team has put in during the off-season.

The Trojans will have to replace a dynamic senior class that was led by quarterback Chase Mullenix. Mullenix threw for 1119 yards and 6 touchdowns last season with 12 interceptions, he also ran for 848 yards and 11 more scores. Coach McDermott said Chase and the other seniors will be tough to replace but he hopes that other players step up in multiple positions.

Coach McDermott said the seniors have led well early in the season and one thing they have talked about was wanting to leave a positive legacy before changes are made to the Trojan Bowl following this season.

Atlantic will open the season at the Trojan Bowl this Friday night against Saydel. Kickoff for the game is set for 7:00pm. You can hear the full preseason interview with Coach McDermott below and you can hear from him before the Saydel game on Friday at 4:45pm on “Trojan Preview” on KJAN.

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