 We'll get ready to put on the helmets, strap up the shoulder pads and lace up those cleats because football is right around the corner. Now 19 days away from the high school fall sports season officially getting underway, but before the first practice hits the grass and the whistles blow, the Lumberjacks are taking advantage of team camps and seven on sevens this summer to help get ready for 2017. This morning was the last meeting for skill players in this weekend's team camp at BSU. We'll wrap up the summer workouts. Head coach Troy Hendricks says the off season is extremely important for learning the X's and O's, especially with a youthful squad heading into the first game. With the lack of experience that we have in the youthfulness that we're going to play with this year on offense and defense especially, these are vital for us to one learn, start to feel comfortable and when you're comfortable and you start to develop a little confidence and right now that's what we're going through. When we get to two days, August 14th, the kids should feel a little more comfortable and then come first game. Hopefully they feel comfortable in what they're doing, what their assignments are so they can play fast. Here's the Jax 2017 schedule for home games. It all opens up on the 31st against Rogers at home. If you've enjoyed this segment of Lakeland news, please consider making a tax deductible contribution to Lakeland Public Television.