In just three weeks, UND Football will open its 2018 campaign against the Mississippi Valley State University (MVSU) Delta Devils at home in front of a raucous Alerus Center. I reached out to first year Head Coach Vincent Dancy for his thoughts on taking the MVSU job, what he is hoping to accomplish this season, and more. Check here for some thoughts from Clarion-Ledger reporter Tyler Cleveland on what to expect from MVSU this season, and what the Delta Devils should focus on as they prepare to make the trek north.

1. What inspired you to take this job as head coach?
   • “I’ve always dreamed of being a head coach plus the rich tradition that MVSU has had in the past years made this job more appealing.”
2. What type of style does your team play?
   • “Offensively we play a high tempo ground and pound system with multiple formations. Defensively we are an even front team with multiple coverages in the secondary.”
3. Long-term, what is your vision of Delta Devils Football?
   • “My vision for Delta Devils Football [involves four areas].
     • For every athlete to complete their degree requirements.
     • To establish the football [team] as a consistent winner.
     • For [the] MVSU Football program to be one of the leaders in FCS attendance.
     • To win the Celebration Bowl.”

4. What do you look to gain from your trip to Grand Forks?
   • “I look to gain a clear cut identity of who we are heading into the 2018 season.”
5. Your offense features preseason 1^st team all-conference wideout Quinn McElfresh. What do you expect him to bring to this team both on and off the field this year?
   • “Quinn is a special football player and our team knows that but we expect him to be more vocal and lead us on and off the field.”
6. What does 1^st team all- conference linebacker Patrick Harbin bring to the defense?
   • “Experience- Patrick has been in the program 4 years now and has been a contributor 3 of those years. So his knowledge of the game should help us out tremendously.”
7. Who is one standout freshman fans should keep an eye on this season?
   • “Caleb Johnson, He’s a dynamic RB from Memphis, TN who can do a lot of things very well out of the back field.”
8. What is your goal for this season?
   • “My goal is to have a first-class team and image in everything we do. Also, to be competitive in conference play and win games we are favored to win.”
9. What does the program’s legacy mean to you, especially regarding helping 21 players get drafted by NFL teams?
   • “That’s one reason why I wanted this job. The legacy that Coach Archie Cooley, Willie Totten and Jerry Rice established here will forever be remembered. Also Deacon Jones, who invented the term “sack” will always be glorified as long as there is football being played!”
10. What is the one thing you would tell fans in Grand Fork that they may not know about MVSU Football?
    • “That we’re hungry and ready like never before!”