Kirby Smart addresses Isaias hurricane threat, Georgia preperation
DawgNation • • sports
Key Points:
- Georgia coach Kirby Smart is concentrating on preparing his team for the upcoming game against Alabama, despite the approaching Tropical Storm Isaias, which may strengthen into a hurricane and potentially impact Tuscaloosa.
- The National Hurricane Center forecasts the storm could turn northward on Friday, possibly affecting the area around Bryant-Denny Stadium where the game is scheduled for Saturday at 7:30 p.m.
- Smart emphasized that weather conditions are beyond his control and that the team’s practice routine remains focused on long-term season preparation rather than simulating adverse weather.
- He receives regular updates on the storm but has no involvement in decisions regarding potential scheduling changes and is unaware of any timelines for such decisions.
- Smart highlighted the importance of educating the team on playing in difficult conditions based on past experiences rather than trying to replicate weather during practice.
