The Albert Lea football team officially started practice Monday afternoon. Due to construction at Hammer Complex, the team practices at Brookside Education Center. - Tyler Julson/Albert Lea Tribune

Coming off a 2-8 season, the Tigers are primed to finally get over the hump and establish themselves as a serious threat this season. - Tyler Julson/Albert Lea Tribune

The Tigers won a section playoff game last season for the first time in over 10 years with a 52-24 win over Red Wing. - Tyler Julson/Albert Lea Tribune

Albert Lea will take on Winona in its first game of the season Aug. 30. Despite it being a home game for the Tigers, the game will be played at Rochester Technical Community College. - Tyler Julson/Albert Lea Tribune

The 2019 Tigers football team will have the honor of being the first football team to play in the new Hammer Complex. Their first home game is scheduled for Sept.13 against Rochester Mayo. - Tyler Julson/Albert Lea Tribune

Head coach Corey Black is entering his fourth year at the helm for the Tigers. - Tyler Julson/Albert Lea Tribune