The University of the Incarnate Word Cardinal football team begins play in 2009. Courtesy photo

Coach Mike Santiago said the dates are Wednesday and Thursday, March 12 and 13.  All events will be on the UIW campus.

All participants must have completed a physical examination before taking the field.  If prospects have had a physical in the last six months they should bring the paperwork with them.  If candidates need a physical, they should report to the UIW Barshop Natatorium at 4:30 p.m. March 12.

The actual on-field sessions will be from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. March 13.  The tryouts will be at the Cardinals soccer training facility west of Sullivan Baseball Field.

Complete information is available by contacting the UIW football offices at 805-3024. The Cardinals will play their first-ever football game in September of 2009.