The new era for the Benjamin Russell football team is underway.
After a successful spring campaign, Wildcats football coach Kirk Johnson got a gauge of where the team was at while also establishing the culture he intends to bring to Alexander City. As the team progresses into summer workouts, eying its season opener against Opelika, Johnson has a positive outlook on what's to come.
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