The Atlantic Football team kicks off a new era tonight as Mike McDermott takes over as Head Coach for his first game at home against Clarinda.

Coach McDermott has been pleased with the effort and work his team has put in during the offseason and says the kids have really responded positively to the changes they have put in place. There has been a lot of good competition for getting time on the field and Coach McDermott has been pleased that has carried over into game week.

Clarinda runs a unique spinnerback run offense and Coach McDermott knows they are tough to prepare for.  He wants the Trojan defense to try and slow down that rushing attack and get some three and outs to give them a chance to be successful. Ultimately in game one McDermott wants to see strong effort and discipline from his team.

Catch more with Coach McDermott every Friday afternoon on Trojan Preview at 4:45pm on KJAN! The Trojans and Cardinals will kickoff at 7:00pm at the Trojan Bowl tonight.