Students eagerly await the semester’s end to reunite with family and embrace summer jobs. Before departing, they partake in finals and some attend keg races, an annual celebration involving teams, fun, and camaraderie. This event fosters campus unity, featuring traditions like ringing the “drunk bell” and jumping into the fountain, enhancing the shared experience.
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Quincy University football has completed hiring its coaching staff, appointing Kade Warner, son of NFL legend Kurt Warner, as a key player. With Division I experience and time in the NFL, players express excitement over Warner’s potential to enhance team culture and performance, especially in offense and strategy.
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Josh Miley, head athletic trainer at Quincy University, has a pet tarantula named Francis. He acquired Francis during a prank war, showcasing his passion for these creatures. Miley also had another tarantula, Roy, who unfortunately passed during molting. He enjoys using Francis’s shed skin to prank football players, blending humor with his unique pet ownership.
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The rivalry between the schools in the GLVC conference, particularly between Quincy and McKendree, is intense and marked by animosity. Games are closely contested, with players feeling pressure to perform. The lack of respect shown by McKendree towards their rival only fuels further resentment and heightened emotions during matchups.
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Quincy University’s football team is undergoing a transformation under Coach Taylor Saie, the new strength and conditioning coach. With experience from West Virginia State and Western Michigan University, Saie aims to enhance the team’s weightlifting regimen, focusing on sport-specific movements to build strength and speed, while fostering a positive weight room culture.
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David Brader, a former NFL punter, founded Snap Kick Punt (SKP) to enhance kicking skills from high school to professional levels, emphasizing technique over talent. Former Quincy University kicker Andrew Lenzen has joined as a volunteer coach. SKP focuses on individual athlete improvement, fostering a supportive environment for young players’ development.
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Brandon Granger and Brock Inman celebrate their senior day at QU, marking the end of their football journey as teammates after 16 years. Although parting is bittersweet, their friendship and future endeavors remain strong.
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The Quincy University offensive linemen have initiated a Friday yoga session to enhance physical readiness and team bonding for football games. This tradition has fostered camaraderie and improved mobility, contributing to the team’s pursuit of a successful season.
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