James Phillips (26) makes a cut running the ball during Valley’s Spring Game in April. Phillips could be counted on for many more carries this year after the departure of two-time, all-conference running back Jeremiah Bryant, who transferred to another NAIA school. Bryant rushed for 954 yards and 14 TDs in 2023. Phillips rushed for 155 yards and a score in a backup role. All prospective players are scheduled to report Tuesday, Aug. 6, and practices for the season opener begin on Wednesday, Aug. 7, according to new head coach Casey Creehan.File Photo – Hobby King/Democrat-News
by Hobby KingSPORTS EDITOR New head coach Creehan says the Vikings have a lot of work to do Since being hired as the next head football…