Kennesaw State prepares for milestone jump to highest level of college football

Two Kennesaw State University Owl football players work on drills during an afternoon practice at the university-owned "The Perch" sports park in spring 2024. (Courtesy of Kennesaw State University)

On a clear and cool April morning, the Kennesaw State University Owls are at The Perch, a university-owned sports park, scrimmaging against each other in full pads.

While preparing for their upcoming spring game on April 19, the football players focus on perfecting and running drills. Helmets crash into each other as playful yells and high fives are exchanged after each play.

In the middle of the lively practice, and the heavy smell of grass and sweat, head coach Brian Bohannon observes his team intently.