July 30, 2001

HOUSTON, Texas---The 2001 football season officially begins for the Houston Cougars this Sunday, August 5, when the freshmen and newcomers report to camp. Over 30 newcomers, both 2001 signees and walk-ons, will have their first practice on Monday morning beginning at 9:20 a.m. The Cougars will return to the field as a part of the annual two-a-days at 4 p.m. that afternoon. After another day of two-a-days on Tuesday, the newcomers welcome the returning varsity members on Wednesday, August 8th. The annual Cougar Football Media Day is scheduled for Thursday, August 9th, as well as varsity testing in the afternoon. The first day of two-a-days for the entire 2001 squad will commence at 9:20 a.m. on Friday, August 10th. The Cougars will take part in three scrimmages for the season opener versus Rice on Saturday, September 1, at "The Quinn." The first is slated for Tuesday, August 14th, the second on Saturday August 18th and the third and final tune-up is scheduled for Saturday, August 25th. All three scrimmages will be held at Robertson Stadium with actual times released at a later date.

Sunday, August 5th Freshman Report

Monday, August 6th First Freshman practice

Wednesday, August 8th Varsity Report

Thursday, August 9th Media Day

Friday, August 10th First Varsity practice

Tuesday, August 14th First Scrimmage

Saturday, August 18th Second Scrimmage

Wednesday, August 22nd First Day of Classes

Saturday, August 25th Final Scrimmage

Saturday, September 1st Season Opener vs. Rice at Robertson Stadium