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Uplifting experience underway at SMU

Capital Gazette Communications
Published 10/16/09

It appeared head coach June Jones had a major rebuilding effort on his hands after SMU went 1-11 in his first season at the helm. However, the Mustangs have surprised observers by opening the 2009 campaign with a 3-2 record that included an uplifting upset of East Carolina last Saturday.

Courtesy photo Former Hawaii coach June Jones is making quick strides at SMU.
Naval Academy athletics beat writer Bill Wagner and host Dave Broughton, both of The Capital sports department, take a look at the Rice game on Saturday, October 10 in this October 13 edition. They also discuss this Saturdays game against SMU.
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Jones agreed the program has made significant progress in just one year, but is too savvy and experienced to think the job is close to completion.

"We've come a long way, but we still have a long way to go. I think our players are buying into what we're trying to do and it's nice to win some games so they can see some positive...

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