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Adam Lichtenstein
Adam Lichtenstein covers the Miami Hurricanes and Miami Heat for the South Florida Sun Sentinel. Previously, he covered high school sports for the Sun Sentinel, high school sports for the Palm Beach Post, the Arizona Diamondbacks for MLB.com, and the Florida Gators for the UF student newspaper, the Independent Florida Alligator.
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![Hurricanes defensive lineman Justin Scott speaks to reporters at Miami's media day on July 30. Scott, a former five-star recruit, is looking to carve out a role on Miami's defense this season (Adam Lichtenstein / South Florida Sun Sentinel). Hurricanes defensive lineman Justin Scott speaks to reporters at Miami's media day on July 30. Scott, a former five-star recruit, is looking to carve out a role on Miami's defense this season (Adam Lichtenstein / South Florida Sun Sentinel).](https://www.sun-sentinel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/tfl-l-um-justin-scott-01.jpg?w=117)
Former five-star prospect Justin Scott looks to carve out role on Hurricanes’ defense
Justin Scott was a five-star prospect coming out of high school, but now he knows he's getting a fresh start on Miami's loaded defensive line.
![Hurricanes defensive back Mishael "Meesh" Powell speaks to reporters after practice on Friday. Powell, who transferred from Washington to Miami, is expected to be a key defensive back for UM this season. (Adam Lichtenstein / South Florida Sun Sentinel). Hurricanes defensive back Mishael "Meesh" Powell speaks to reporters after practice on Friday. Powell, who transferred from Washington to Miami, is expected to be a key defensive back for UM this season. (Adam Lichtenstein / South Florida Sun Sentinel).](https://www.sun-sentinel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/tfl-l-um-powell-01.jpg?w=88)
How Washington transfer Meesh Powell became a crucial part of Hurricanes’ secondary
Washington transfer Meesh Powell has not played a snap for Miami yet, but he has already become a key player and leader on the Hurricanes' defense.
![Miami quarterback Cam Ward walks inside the team's training facility during NCAA college football media day, Tuesday, July 30, 2024, in Coral Gables, Fla. Ward and the Hurricanes are No. 19 in the preseason AP poll. (AP Photo/Marta Lavandier) Miami quarterback Cam Ward walks inside the team's training facility during NCAA college football media day, Tuesday, July 30, 2024, in Coral Gables, Fla. Ward and the Hurricanes are No. 19 in the preseason AP poll. (AP Photo/Marta Lavandier)](https://www.sun-sentinel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/tfl-z-cam-ward-miami.jpg?w=132)
Miami Hurricanes land at No. 19 in preseason AP football poll
The Hurricanes, with transfer quarterback Cam Ward, snuck inside the top 20 in the preseason AP poll.
![Hurricanes coach Mario Cristobal, shown speaking to the media on July 31, said the offense outperformed the defense in Miami's first fall scrimmage on Saturday. (AP Photo/Marta Lavandier) Hurricanes coach Mario Cristobal, shown speaking to the media on July 31, said the offense outperformed the defense in Miami's first fall scrimmage on Saturday. (AP Photo/Marta Lavandier)](https://www.sun-sentinel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/tfl-l-Miami-Football_200763706.jpg?w=132)
Hurricanes’ offense gets the edge over defense in UM’s first scrimmage
The Miami Hurricanes' offense outperformed the defense in their first fall scrimmage, according to coach Mario Cristobal.
![Miami head coach Mario Cristobal speaks with the media following the team's first fall practice on July 31 in Coral Gables. Cristobal and the Hurricanes will hold their first fall scrimmage on Saturday. (AP Photo/Marta Lavandier) Miami head coach Mario Cristobal speaks with the media following the team's first fall practice on July 31 in Coral Gables. Cristobal and the Hurricanes will hold their first fall scrimmage on Saturday. (AP Photo/Marta Lavandier)](https://www.sun-sentinel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/tfl-l-Miami-Football_200763680.jpg?w=132)
Hurricanes excited for ‘hard-nosed football’ in weekend scrimmage
The Hurricanes will hold their first fall scrimmage on Saturday, getting their first opportunity to practice will full tackling.
![Hurricanes offensive lineman Francis Mauigoa, shown blocking against UNC on Oct. 14, was one of the nation's top freshmen linemen last year. (AP Photo/Chris Seward) Hurricanes offensive lineman Francis Mauigoa, shown blocking against UNC on Oct. 14, was one of the nation's top freshmen linemen last year. (AP Photo/Chris Seward)](https://www.sun-sentinel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/tfl-l-Miami-North-Carolina-Football_144372995.jpg?w=132)
Hurricanes plan to use Francis Mauigoa as a ‘weapon’ on offensive line
Hurricanes standout offensive lineman Francis Mauigoa is looking to take a leap in ability entering his sophomore year after starting 13 games as a freshman.
![Hurricanes wide receiver Sam Brown Jr. answers questions at Miami's media day on July 30, 2024 in Coral Gables. Brown brings speed and explosiveness to UM's wide receiver room. (Adam Lichtenstein / South Florida Sun Sentinel) Hurricanes wide receiver Sam Brown Jr. answers questions at Miami's media day on July 30, 2024 in Coral Gables. Brown brings speed and explosiveness to UM's wide receiver room. (Adam Lichtenstein / South Florida Sun Sentinel)](https://www.sun-sentinel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/tfl-l-um-sam-brown-01.jpg?w=117)
Sam Brown Jr. brings ‘explosive’ skill set to talented Hurricanes receiver group
Sam Brown Jr. brings high speed to Miami's talented group of wide receivers.
![Hurricanes safety Zaquan Patterson, shown while still playing for Broward County power Chaminade-Madonna, will likely have opportunities to play in his freshman year at Miami. (Gary Curreri/Courtesy) Hurricanes safety Zaquan Patterson, shown while still playing for Broward County power Chaminade-Madonna, will likely have opportunities to play in his freshman year at Miami. (Gary Curreri/Courtesy)](https://www.sun-sentinel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/TFL-L-CM-CG-PATTERSON-0901b.jpg?w=132)
Hurricanes safety Zaquan Patterson could be freshman All-American, teammate says
Hurricanes safety Zaquan Patterson, a Chaminade-Madonna alum, has gotten early praise from teammates and coaches, and he could make a quick impact at UM.
![Hurricanes quarterback Cam Ward, shown throwing a pass in practice on March 4, is a major reason for optimism as the Hurricanes prepare for the start of the season. (Matias J. Ocner/Miami Herald via AP, File) Hurricanes quarterback Cam Ward, shown throwing a pass in practice on March 4, is a major reason for optimism as the Hurricanes prepare for the start of the season. (Matias J. Ocner/Miami Herald via AP, File)](https://www.sun-sentinel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/tfl-l-Miami-Ward-Football_187546152.jpg?w=132)
Hurricanes land in top 25 in preseason coaches poll, Ward earns spot on top preseason watch list
The Hurricanes were ranked 19th in the preseason coaches poll on Monday, and quarterback Cam Ward was named to the Walter Camp Award preseason watch list.
![Miami commits UM commits (from left) Ryan Mack, Chance Robinson, Romanas (OJ) Frederique Jr., Jordan Lyle pose for a photo at St. Thomas Aquinas on Wednesday. Mack could be an early contributor in Coral Gables. (Gary Curreri/Contributor) Miami commits UM commits (from left) Ryan Mack, Chance Robinson, Romanas (OJ) Frederique Jr., Jordan Lyle pose for a photo at St. Thomas Aquinas on Wednesday. Mack could be an early contributor in Coral Gables. (Gary Curreri/Contributor)](https://www.sun-sentinel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/tfl-l-Signing-Raiders-1221.jpg?w=117)
With only one returning starter, Hurricanes searching for right combination of cornerbacks
The Hurricanes lost two of its three starting cornerbacks from last season, so they will turn to a mix of returning players, transfers and freshmen to sort out their new...