A Promising Start to the Ferris State Football Season
At a sunny Clear Lake Golf Club outing, Ferris State University football coach Tony Annese took a moment to share his enthusiasm for the upcoming season, gathering with players, alumni and supporters for a tradition that blends sport and camaraderie.
Annese’s Bulldogs have captured four of the past five national titles and enter the new campaign already perched high in preseason rankings, a testament to the program’s sustained excellence under his leadership.
The event welcomed back notable alumni, including two‑time Harlon Hill Trophy winner Jason Vander Laan and standout receiver Brady Sheldon, whose presence underscored the deep connections that bind the team across generations.
Speaking to the assembled group, Annese highlighted the tight brotherhood that has formed within the squad, noting the relentless work ethic displayed in the weight room and the collective commitment to maintain the program’s winning pedigree.
Sheldon, reflecting on the program’s evolution since Annese took the helm, pointed to steady growth and a clear upward trajectory, suggesting that the Bulldogs are poised to add another chapter to their storied history.
With the preseason buzz building and the roster poised for another strong performance, the university community anticipates a season that could once again place Ferris State at the pinnacle of college football.