The Bluffton University football roster provides a detailed listing of the student-athletes who are members of the university’s intercollegiate football team for a given season. This document is a key resource for fans, media, scouts, and opposing teams.
Typical Roster Information
A standard Bluffton University football roster generally includes the following information for each player:
- Name: The full name of the player.
- Jersey Number: The number the player wears during competition.
- Position (Pos): The player’s primary on-field role (e.g., QB, RB, WR, DL, LB, DB).
- Height (Ht.): The player’s height, usually in feet and inches.
- Weight (Wt.): The player’s weight, typically in pounds.
- Class Year (Yr.): The player’s academic year (e.g., Fr., So., Jr., Sr., Gr.).
- Hometown / High School: The player’s city and state of origin, and the high school they attended.
Some rosters may also include additional details such as previous college attended (if a transfer) or major of study.
Accessing the Official Roster
The most current and official Bluffton University football roster is typically found on the Bluffton University Athletics official website. Rosters are usually updated prior to the start of the football season and may be revised if changes occur during the season.
Purpose of the Roster
The football roster serves several important functions:
- Team Identification: Allows for easy identification of players by coaches, officials, media, and spectators.
- Scouting and Recruitment: Provides essential data for coaches scouting opponents and for college recruiters evaluating high school talent.
- Media Information: Supplies media personnel with the necessary details for game coverage and reporting.
- Historical Record: Acts as an official record of team participation for a specific academic year.
