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Cal prepares to open 1st spring practice under new coach Tosh Lupoi
Lupoi begins his first on-field work since December to build a competitive culture and retain star quarterback Sagapolutele, who threw for 3,454 yards as a freshman, Cal officials said.
- On Wednesday, new Cal head coach Tosh Lupoi opened the Golden Bears' 15-day spring practice period, utilizing full-contact drills to develop a physical identity for the team.
- Lupoi returns to the Bay Area to lead a program that struggled under former coach Justin Wilcox, going 48-56 over nine seasons and seeking a return to competitive success.
- Sophomore quarterback Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele remains the focal point after throwing for 3,454 yards as a freshman, with Lupoi prioritizing his retention for the season.
- Offensive coordinator Jordan Somerville and defensive coordinator Michael Hutchings bring NFL experience to implement new schemes, with Somerville noting that surrounding himself with "wealth of knowledge" is critical going forward.
- Despite past concerns regarding injury prevention, Lupoi plans extensive full-contact drills throughout spring, expecting this "true physical combat" will help identify the team's real contributors.
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Cal prepares to open 1st spring practice under new coach Tosh Lupoi
The first few months on the job for new California football coach Tosh Lupoi have been a bit of a whirlwind as he has worked on putting together a staff, retaining and adding players to the roster and building a culture he hopes will turn the Golden Bears into a winner.
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