JACKSONVILLE — Folks that have been wondering what changes might be in store for Jacksonville Fight'n Indian football when fall drills open at 7:30 a.m. on Aug. 6, should have visited Indian Football Camp, which was held Thursday and Friday at Mauldin Field.

The Tribe's brand-new head coach, Chris Taber, and his staff of assistants, along with the Jacksonville Middle School coaches, gave camp goers an up close and personal look at the new-look of Jacksonville football.

Over four dozen boys took part in the camp, with the majority of those being incoming seventh through ninth graders.

The camp was split into two sessions, with a basic introduction to football being disseminated to the elementary-age participants, while those heading into middle school received more detailed instruction.

Taber said that he was quite pleased with the turnout and with the way things went.

“We had about 50 boys to come out and we picked up some kids on the second day that were not here the first day, and that's always a good sign,” he said. “I know we got a late start at getting the word out, but all things considered, I think things have gone well and that the boys that have come out here have learned a lot.”

So, what is the Tabor Way — make that the new Indian Way — all about?

First, there is a great deal of attention given to details, the smaller aspects that can often make a big difference in the end.

The difference in a 3-yard gain, or a 1-yard loss on a Friday night.

“We are not just going to tell a kid to take the ball and run through a hole,” Taber explained. “There are a lot of little things that have to be done correctly before anyone can get the ball and run effectively.

“You will find us working first on the little things and as we get farther along, if we can do those little things properly, then when we get ready to run the ball, or pass the ball, we will put all of those little elements together to make a successful play happen in the end.”

Footwork, proper positioning and body posture and understanding play terminology were just a few of the key points that were conveyed in a fast paced atmosphere during the camp.

The new Indian mode of operation will absolutely be a high energy — a run, don't walk way of life — which should not be surprising given the fact that the oldest member of Taber's coaching staff is 51-years old, with most being under the age of 40.