Well, we've got a new administration and a new coach. It will be interesting to see if that results in changes to scheduling philosophy or if the Capital- Heidelberg- Rio Grande type games are the new normal.
I believe it is too soon to assume that this is "the new normal". This young team has some formable road opponents. I have a feeling that these early games against "lesser competition" will allow them to gel as a team and find their flow. I, for one, am thankful for this year's scheduling. Looking forward to the season.