With a new quarterback and plenty of familiar faces, Eastern Washington University begins preparations for the highly-anticipated 1999 football season when spring practices start April 12. The 97-player squad will practice at 3 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from April 12 through April 29, then on Tuesday May 4 and Thursday, May 6. May 8 with the annual Red-White Spring Football Game at Woodward Stadium beginning at 2 p.m.
All scrimmages are free and open to the public.
A total of 17 starters return as Eastern lost only five starters and 12 total letterwinners from last year's team. Spring practice culminates Saturday, May 8 at 2 p.m. with the annual Red-White Spring Football Game at Woodward Stadium. The 12th Annual Orland Killin Dinner-Dance follows the game.