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Coventry Jets have announced that their on field preparations will begin on Sunday the 31st of January with their annual rookie induction day at the Alan Higgs Centre. The event will have a new format this year beginning with an introduction to the Jets from former London Monarch, star wide receiver and Sky Sports analyst, Mark Cohen. The inductees will then be taken outside to the 3G pitch to participate in a series of measurable tests in the style of the NFL's scouting combine.

Hopefuls will also be put through their paces by the Jets coaching staff as they're introduced to each position and given a brief on their role. Another former Monarch, Rowelle Blenman, the Jets' Defensive Co-ordinator, will be looking for future stars to emerge such as Dominic Olney, Parm Sidhu and Shadrach McCook, graduates of previous rookie camps.

Retired Head Coach and Jets' Hall of Famer Gerry McManus, now General Manager, is excited about the club's seventh season "it seems ridiculous to say having made the final last season but we were in the midst of a rebuilding process. That continues this year as we're still looking to replace a lot of the guys that retired after winning Britbowl XXII. We picked up a lot of good youngsters out of college in 2009 but we still ran with probably the smallest squad in the Premier last year".

McManus continued "it was evident in the final last season that we stayed with the Blitz through the first half but struggled to match them after the break as they had so much depth and our boys began to tire. This event is vital, unearthing new talent through the rookie camp helps us sustain the team's long term future". The rookie day begins at 13:00 but candidates should arrive at least 15 minutes early for registration. Participants are asked to bring footwear suitable for astroturf, warm training clothing, ie. a tracksuit, and bottled water or a sports drink. Entrance will cost £2 and those that wish to join will be given a Jets welcome pack.

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