The Official 2009 Recruiting Thread

[Appinator]

I have respectfully waited until EVERYONE'S season has ended to begin looking at next season's recruits.

I figured this would be a great reference for the off season, as many schools at the FCS level don't have rivals or scout pages to their name.

Please post any updates on new possible recruits or transfers to your school.

[Appinator]

Jerry Moore and the coaching staff have been hard at work (unfortunately), and already have one strong verbal commit in Zac Baker.

Zac Baker

Inside linebacker
Tunnel Hill (GA) Northwest Whitfield

Ht: 6-foot-2
Wt: 214 lbs
Forty: 4.6 secs
Class: 2009

[AppAlum2003]

I heard that GSU has already received written commitments from 34 4-star athletes and 19 5-star athletes. Also, Michael Crabtree has decided to transfer to GSU for his Junior season because he "wants to test himself at a higher level."

[813Jag]

Not a commitment but Plant senior safety Hunter Baldwin has garnered interest from Elon, Georgetown, and others.

[appfan2008]

Jerry Moore and the coaching staff have been hard at work (unfortunately), and already have one strong verbal commit in Zac Baker.

Zac Baker

Inside linebacker
Tunnel Hill (GA) Northwest Whitfield

Ht: 6-foot-2
Wt: 214 lbs
Forty: 4.6 secs
Class: 2009

time will tell if the extra time they had to recruit this year will pay off...

[PhoenixPhan06]

Not a commitment but Plant senior safety Hunter Baldwin has garnered interest from Elon, Georgetown, and others.


Any idea of what type of player Balwin could be at the next level? Hard hitting, coverage, etc.

Thanks for the updates!

[813Jag]

Any idea of what type of player Balwin could be at the next level? Hard hitting, coverage, etc.

Thanks for the updates!
He's a hitter, a real smart heady player. Plus he's a winner, team won 2 4A state titles. He's 6' 195 lbs.

[813Jag]

A few Tampa FCS commitments:
Stony Brook: Casey Callahan, Armwood, LB, 6-1, 210
Georgia Southern: Andrerel Coleman, Middleton, DL, 6-5, 270
Penn: P.J. Hobson, Jesuit, LB, 6-1, 215
Liberty: Sir Chauncey Holloway, Armwood, RB, 5-9, 185

[catamount man]

WCU's verbals so far for 2009:

Rudy Cabral OLB 6.2 230 A.C. Reynolds-Asheville, NC

Elijer Martinez CB/S 5.11 180 Cartersville, Ga

Brian Johnson DE 6.3 220 Myers Park

Ryder Sloan LB 6.1 212 Charlton Co., Ga

Another kid, a 2 star RB, Michael Johnson from SW Dekalb HS in Atlanta has committed to the Catamounts as well. Some of these kids have turned down MAC and Sunbelt schools to commit to us.

Hey, it's a start.

GO CATAMOUNTS!!!

[Reign of Terrier]

WCU's verbals so far for 2009:

Rudy Cabral OLB 6.2 230 A.C. Reynolds-Asheville, NC

Elijer Martinez CB/S 5.11 180 Cartersville, Ga

Brian Johnson DE 6.3 220 Myers Park

Ryder Sloan LB 6.1 212 Charlton Co., Ga

Another kid, a 2 star RB, Michael Johnson from SW Dekalb HS in Atlanta has committed to the Catamounts as well. Some of these kids have turned down MAC and Sunbelt schools to commit to us.

Hey, it's a start.

GO CATAMOUNTS!!!

way to ruin my day (western may beat us one yearxoopsx )

[phoenixphanatic21]

Coach Lembo has announced that Elon has 5 verbals at this point. A TE, an OL, 2 CBs and an athletic QB who will likely turn into a slot receiver (like Lance Camp).

Players I've seen on ESPN and Rivals committing to us:
Jeremy Peterson ATH 5-9 180 R.J. Reynolds H.S. (Winston-Salem, NC)
David Williams CB (ESPN)/ATH (Rivals) 5-9 174 Thomas Dale H.S. (Chester, VA)
Dennis Wegner OL 6-3 275 Chancellor HS (Fredericksburg, VA)

[FUwolfpacker]

Furman has 3 known commitments at this time.

OC - Ryan Storms
East Coweta HS (GA)
6’1”, 255 lbs., 5.1 sec, 290 lbs bench, 405 lbs squat
-Formerly a Navy commit, but switched to Furman

DE/DT - Colton Keig
Riverside Military (GA)
6’4”, 255 lbs, 4.97 (timed at Vandy) sec, 280 lbs bench, 415 lbs squat
-big kid who could play DE or grow into an DT or OT

RB - Jerodis Williams
Prattville HS (AL)
5’10”, 185 lbs, 4.4 sec, 255 lbs bench, 540 lbs squat, 340 lbs clean
-His team, Prattville, just won their 3rd straight 6A AL state championship and he was selected for the AL/MS All-Star game but couldn't play b/c of a nagging injury.


Also, I think I remember seeing that ajc.com reported that GSU has a commitment from LB Mark Flott from Emanuel County Institute (ECI).

If you head over to the furman message boards, I keep a really long list of players in the 2008-2009 Furman Recruting Thread. It has a lot of prospects listing several FCS schools from all over the southeast.

[catamount man]

Furman has 3 known commitments at this time.

OC - Ryan Storms
East Coweta HS (GA)
6’1”, 255 lbs., 5.1 sec, 290 lbs bench, 405 lbs squat
-Formerly a Navy commit, but switched to Furman

DE/DT - Colton Keig
Riverside Military (GA)
6’4”, 255 lbs, 4.97 (timed at Vandy) sec, 280 lbs bench, 415 lbs squat
-big kid who could play DE or grow into an DT or OT

RB - Jerodis Williams
Prattville HS (AL)
5’10”, 185 lbs, 4.4 sec, 255 lbs bench, 540 lbs squat, 340 lbs clean
-His team, Prattville, just won their 3rd straight 6A AL state championship and he was selected for the AL/MS All-Star game but couldn't play b/c of a nagging injury.


Also, I think I remember seeing that ajc.com reported that GSU has a commitment from LB Mark Flott from Emanuel County Institute (ECI).

If you head over to the furman message boards, I keep a really long list of players in the 2008-2009 Furman Recruting Thread. It has a lot of prospects listing several FCS schools from all over the southeast.

WCU was after this kid as well. One of my Georgia sources sent me the news last week. :( :( :( :(

Best of luck to him at Furman though. xthumbsupx

[PhoenixPhan06]

Coach Lembo has announced that Elon has 5 verbals at this point. A TE, an OL, 2 CBs and an athletic QB who will likely turn into a slot receiver (like Lance Camp).

Players I've seen on ESPN and Rivals committing to us:
Jeremy Peterson ATH 5-9 180 R.J. Reynolds H.S. (Winston-Salem, NC)
David Williams CB (ESPN)/ATH (Rivals) 5-9 174 Thomas Dale H.S. (Chester, VA)
Dennis Wegner OL 6-3 275 Chancellor HS (Fredericksburg, VA)

One or two more on the OL would be great since most of our guys next year will be Sr's! I've heard great things about Peterson. He's been the 2-A State POY the last two seasons and could really step in and bring some excitement to the offense.

[TTUEagles]

One of the top athletes in the Chattanooga area, Deonte Lindsey, has apparently committed to Tennessee Tech. Tech also has confirmed two D-I transfers. A TE from UAB and LB from U Conn - although I cannot find anyone who knows their names or any other info. I heard the UConn transfer did play quite a bit there until sitting out this past year.

[Tribe4SF]

Coach Lembo has announced that Elon has 5 verbals at this point. A TE, an OL, 2 CBs and an athletic QB who will likely turn into a slot receiver (like Lance Camp).

Players I've seen on ESPN and Rivals committing to us:
Jeremy Peterson ATH 5-9 180 R.J. Reynolds H.S. (Winston-Salem, NC)
David Williams CB (ESPN)/ATH (Rivals) 5-9 174 Thomas Dale H.S. (Chester, VA)
Dennis Wegner OL 6-3 275 Chancellor HS (Fredericksburg, VA)

Where do we find Coach Lembo's announcement?

[Tribe4SF]

Not a commitment but Plant senior safety Hunter Baldwin has garnered interest from Elon, Georgetown, and others.


For the uninformed, where is Plant?

[Tribe4SF]

W&M has one known commitment from Bryan Stinnie, a 6'5" 250 DE from St. Anne's-Bellfield in Charlottesville, VA.

[JMU DJ]

CAA Zone has us with 5 commitments, ESPN has us with 3 verbal commitments. Seems like some pretty decent talent out there.

Adrian Cavanaugh seems like the biggest commitment so far. OLB/RB 5'11'', 210lbs, 4.6 40yard dash, 3 star rating by Rivals.com, also garnered offers from Army, Navy, W&M, Richmond, Norfolk State and Virginia Tech.

ESPN Commitments and Considering (http://insider.espn.go.com/ncf/recruiting/tracker/school?page=commits&season=2009&schoolId=256&action=upsell&appRedirect=http%3a%2f%2finsider.espn.go.com%2fncf %2frecruiting%2ftracker%2fschool%3fpage%3dcommits% 26season%3d2009%26schoolId%3d256)

CAA Zone 2009 Recruitment Thread (http://www.caazone.com/boards/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=83857)

[Tribe4SF]

CAA Zone has us with 5 commitments, ESPN has us with 3 verbal commitments. Seems like some pretty decent talent out there.

Adrian Cavanaugh seems like the biggest commitment so far. OLB/RB 5'11'', 210lbs, 4.6 40yard dash, 3 star rating by Rivals.com, also garnered offers from Army, Navy, W&M, Richmond, Norfolk State and Virginia Tech.

ESPN Commitments and Considering (http://insider.espn.go.com/ncf/recruiting/tracker/school?page=commits&season=2009&schoolId=256&action=upsell&appRedirect=http%3a%2f%2finsider.espn.go.com%2fncf %2frecruiting%2ftracker%2fschool%3fpage%3dcommits% 26season%3d2009%26schoolId%3d256)

CAA Zone 2009 Recruitment Thread (http://www.caazone.com/boards/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=83857)

I don't believe Adrian had an offer from Va Tech.

[phoenixphanatic21]

Where do we find Coach Lembo's announcement?

He made the announcement in an email he sent out to alumni and parents of students. I got it because my dad always forwards me his emails. He actually has a lot of good things to say in the emails usually.

[JMU DJ]

I don't believe Adrian had an offer from Va Tech.

I was possibly wrong on that, on his ESPN profile, it had him "Considering" VT. I assumed that meant he had been considering an offer from them, I could be wrong about that though.

He's to smart to go to VT though... 3.9 GPA 1140 SAT.

[Canyoncat]

So far at Montana State we have 4 verbals and one drop down:

WR/QB Dominque Bailey 5-9 170 Jasper TX
WR/QB Jase Muri 6-0 170 Billings MT
LB/DE Brad Daly 6-2 205 Helena MT (State AA Defensive MVP, Highest Classification in MT and Brother to Bobby Daly)
S/QB Joel Fuller 6-1 185 Libby MT

WR Elvis Akpla 6-2 185 SO transfer from the Univesity of Oregon. He'll be here for spring ball.

Would like to see a drop down or JC transfer at CB for depth and possibly one more WR.

[SFspidur]

The Spiders have at least 11 commits...there may be another one I'm missing though. Looks like we're about done for this year.

Alex Asher (ATH) 6-4, 214 - Charlottesville, VA
Darrian Carmichael (DB) 6-1, 175 - Forestville, MD
Dustin Engledove (TE) 6-4, 259 - Forest, VA
Will Kamin (PK) 5-9, 165 - Charlotte, NC
Dan Judge (QB) 6-2 190 - Havertown, PA
Mike Poplaski (TE) 6-4, 244 - Mechanicsburg, PA
Ronwyn Pritchett (DE) 6-2, 280 - Martinsville, VA
Brandon Scott (WR) 6-4, 213 - Woodbridge, VA
Dae'Quan Scott (RB) 5-8, 178 - Staunton, VA
Jimmy Speros (OL) 6-6, 267 - Oakton, VA
Kerry Wynn (LB) 6-4, 215 - Louisa, VA

[813Jag]

For the uninformed, where is Plant?
Tampa, most of my info will be about Tampa area kids.

[Seawolf97]

A few Tampa FCS commitments:
Stony Brook: Casey Callahan, Armwood, LB, 6-1, 210
Georgia Southern: Andrerel Coleman, Middleton, DL, 6-5, 270
Penn: P.J. Hobson, Jesuit, LB, 6-1, 215
Liberty: Sir Chauncey Holloway, Armwood, RB, 5-9, 185

Good info. I know they want to bolster the defense and we have few good red shirts who will see playing time this year.

[Appinator]

Tampa, most of my info will be about Tampa area kids.

Just a shot, but do you know anything about this Tallahassee kid: Austin Dantin - QB - Leon HS?

Seems to be pretty high on ASU's list. Listed as a 2-star dual threat.

[FCS_pwns_FBS]

I heard that GSU has already received written commitments from 34 4-star athletes and 19 5-star athletes. Also, Michael Crabtree has decided to transfer to GSU for his Junior season because he "wants to test himself at a higher level."

A higher level? You must be mistaken. He plays on a Big XII South team, not a Big XII North team. xnodx

[Lehigh Football Nation]

http://www.shreveporttimes.com/article/20081224/SPORTS/812240356/1001/SPORTS


EVANGEL: Evangel quarterback Dez Duron, the Class 2A Offensive Player of the Year and Gatorade Louisiana Player of the Year, has announced his intention to play football for Yale University.

Duron, a 5-foot-10 1/2, 165-pound senior, threw for 4,216 yards and a state-record 57 touchdown passes this season as the Eagles finished second in the state.

The three-year starter also owns the state single-game touchdown pass record with eight, set against Springhill this season.

Yale competes in the Ivy League, which does not offer athletic scholarships. The Bulldogs went 6-4 this season.

Only Yale could get a commit like this without a head coach. xlolx

[neersnbeers]

A higher level? You must be mistaken. He plays on a Big XII South team, not a Big XII North team. xnodx

HAHA nice

[Cocky]

Here is a list of JSU prospects
http://www.gojaxstate.com/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=16

[rutlandbison]

NDSU has 10 verbals so far, 11 if you count the OLB transfer from Wyoming. Here is the List
Verbals

Ryan Drevlow, 6'5, 240, Gwinner, ND (Milnor/North Sargent) *Verbal to NDSU, 12/16/2008*
Josh Gatlin, 6'2, 195, Jacksonville, FL/NDSCS*Verbal to NDSU, 12/17/2008*
Tyler Gimmestad, 6'4, 270, Marshall, MN *Verbal to NDSU, 12/9/2008*
Andrew Grothman, 6'1, 210, Hillsboro, ND *Verbal to NDSU, 12/16/2008*
Hank Jacobs, 6'4, 275, Beaver Dam, WI *Verbal to NDSU, 12/18/2008*
Brandon Jemison, 6'1, 195, Fargo (Fargo South), ND *Verbal to NDSU, 12/16/2008*
Jeff Jerve, 6'4, 270, Montevideo, MN *Verbal to NDSU, 12/22/2008*
Cole Jirik, 6'4, 220, Northfield, MN *Verbal to NDSU, 12/15/2008*
Justin Juckem, 6'5, 245, Chilton, WI *Verbal to NDSU, 12/8/2008*
Brian Kuhtz, 6'3, 220, Waukesha (North), WI *Xfer from WY to NDSU,12/9/2008*
Kevin Vaadeland, 6'4, 225, Park Rapids, MN *Verbal to NDSU, 6/24/2008*

The Juckem kid from Wisconsin was offered scholarships from Washington State and Boston College. Couple others in there had offers from Western Michigan and Army.

Source for the info is www.bisonville.com

[813Jag]

Good info. I know they want to bolster the defense and we have few good red shirts who will see playing time this year.
Callahan is a smart player, coach's kid. Made lots of plays on a great Defense.

[813Jag]

Just a shot, but do you know anything about this Tallahassee kid: Austin Dantin - QB - Leon HS?

Seems to be pretty high on ASU's list. Listed as a 2-star dual threat.
I haven't heard anything on him.

[BigHouseClosedEnd]

The Spiders have at least 11 commits...there may be another one I'm missing though. Looks like we're about done for this year.

Alex Asher (ATH) 6-4, 214 - Charlottesville, VA
Darrian Carmichael (DB) 6-1, 175 - Forestville, MD
Dustin Engledove (TE) 6-4, 259 - Forest, VA
Will Kamin (PK) 5-9, 165 - Charlotte, NC
Dan Judge (QB) 6-2 190 - Havertown, PA
Mike Poplaski (TE) 6-4, 244 - Mechanicsburg, PA
Ronwyn Pritchett (DE) 6-2, 280 - Martinsville, VA
Brandon Scott (WR) 6-4, 213 - Woodbridge, VA
Dae'Quan Scott (RB) 5-8, 178 - Staunton, VA
Jimmy Speros (OL) 6-6, 267 - Oakton, VA
Kerry Wynn (LB) 6-4, 215 - Louisa, VA


LOVE seeing all those kids from the Great Commonwealth!!! You da man, London! xbowx

[Baldy]

A few Tampa FCS commitments:
Stony Brook: Casey Callahan, Armwood, LB, 6-1, 210
Georgia Southern: Andrerel Coleman, Middleton, DL, 6-5, 270
Penn: P.J. Hobson, Jesuit, LB, 6-1, 215
Liberty: Sir Chauncey Holloway, Armwood, RB, 5-9, 185

Word is this guy is a beast. Any info on him would be appreciated, Jag. :)

[Tribe4SF]

Word is this guy is a beast. Any info on him would be appreciated, Jag. :)

My favorite word during recruiting season!xthumbsupx

[813Jag]

Word is this guy is a beast. Any info on him would be appreciated, Jag. :)
I only saw him play a couple of times, but admittedly the first time I saw him I didn't know about him. Saw him later and he looked pretty good getting to the QB.

Georgia Southern also picked up a good basketball player from Tampa.

[catamount man]

Rashawn Grate of South Columbus, NC has committed to Western Carolina.

http://thesunnews.typepad.com/preptalk/2008/12/area-player-com.html

GO CATAMOUNTS!!!

We now have 6 verbal commits before 1/1/09 and I don't think that has EVER happened in WCU football history. xthumbsupx xthumbsupx

2009 Verbal Commitments:

Rudy Cabral OLB 6.2 230 A.C. Reynolds H.S. NC

Elijer Martinez CB/S 5.11 180 Cartersville H.S. GA

Brian Johnson DE 6.3 220 Myers Park H.S. NC

Ryder Sloan LB 6.1 212 Charlton Co. H.S. GA

Matt Hastings OL 6.4 240 East Burke H.S. NC

Rashawn Gates RB/WR 5.9 170 South Columbus H.S. NC

[TexasTerror]

Here's a link to a list on KatFans...

http://www.katfans.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=9345

[straightshooter]

Also for GSU:

Bryan Davis - 6'3", 270 - DE - Lithia Springs, GA

Strong rumor that LB Mark Flott - 6'0", 205 - Emanual County Institute - GA- 1st Team All-State has also committed to GSU

[Appstate29]

Also for GSU:

Bryan Davis - 6'3", 270 - DE - Lithia Springs, GA

Strong rumor that LB Mark Flott - 6'0", 205 - Emanual County Institute - GA- 1st Team All-State has also committed to GSU

Is this a prison?????

[straightshooter]

Nope, just a really good small Georgia HS. They've got a three star LB and four star RB headed to Georgia and a four star DT headed to Ga Tech.

[MaxASU'81]

According to his didi....J. Lott 6' 170 lb. QB/DB from A. L. Brown is being hotly pursued by WCU....you guys already have a walk-on QB from Brown that I honestly think was better than either QB's that played against us this year! After ALB lost their all world RB before the season started J. L. was easily the best athlete on the field and the Wonders played and lost to Dudley for the State 3AA championship!

[WCU LawCat]

According to his didi....J. Lott 6' 170 lb. QB/DB from A. L. Brown is being hotly pursued by WCU....you guys already have a walk-on QB from Brown that I honestly think was better than either QB's that played against us this year! After ALB lost their all world RB before the season started J. L. was easily the best athlete on the field and the Wonders played and lost to Dudley for the State 3AA championship!

I've known Lott was on the WCU radar for some time but I didn't know how hard we were recruiting him. I know Western has connections at Brown. I've also heard the kid is fast.

[ASU]

WCU's verbals so far for 2009:

Rudy Cabral OLB 6.2 230 A.C. Reynolds-Asheville, NC

Elijer Martinez CB/S 5.11 180 Cartersville, Ga

Brian Johnson DE 6.3 220 Myers Park

Ryder Sloan LB 6.1 212 Charlton Co., Ga

Another kid, a 2 star RB, Michael Johnson from SW Dekalb HS in Atlanta has committed to the Catamounts as well. Some of these kids have turned down MAC and Sunbelt schools to commit to us.

Hey, it's a start.

GO CATAMOUNTS!!!


SERIOUSLY.....IS there anyone in the US that Western has not offerred a full ride to?

[WCU LawCat]

SERIOUSLY.....IS there anyone in the US that Western has not offerred a full ride to?

You don't have to act scared geez

[elon77]

Is this a prison?????

He's talking to GSU, is he not? That should answer your question.xlolx

[catamount man]

SERIOUSLY.....IS there anyone in the US that Western has not offerred a full ride to?

Lots of kids believe me. Why do you care? xthumbsupx

[WCU LawCat]

Lots of kids believe me. Why do you care? xthumbsupx

BWAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!! The Catamounts are coming..."run for the hills" xnodx

[DaBigBlue]

Old Dominion is still in the building mode and has 14 recruits and JC transfer as of 1/3/09. To bring ODU up to competitive speed quicker and to protect some of the younger players, coach Bobby Wilder said he expects to sign at least a dozen junior college players.

Tron Martinez, Hampton HS, Va, 5-foot-8 and 190 pound, running back. I remember during a two week stretch, Tron combined 524 yards rushing with 10 touchdowns. (2-star prospect) ODU VERBAL

Thomas DeMarco - QB 5'11", 205 Lbs - College of the Desert, DeMarco threw for 1,792 yards and 14 touchdowns while rushing for 288 yards and eight TDs this fall for College of the Desert. JC TRANSFER

Markell Wilkins, a 5-8, 160-pound wide receiver/cornerback, Hampton (VA) Phoebus, Forty: 4.45 secs: ODU VERBAL

Justin Klingerman - 6'4", 285 LBS - Tackle , JC transfer from Palomar College in California. JC TRANSFER

Jeremy Hensley, Center, 6-foot-1, 260-pounder from Fullerton (Calif.) Community College said he's played in spread-type offenses and has been a shotgun-snap center since he was 14. JC TRANSFER

Perry Owens - center - Edenton (NC) John A. Holmes 6'4" 278 lbs.

Alex Bell. 6'5" OT. Milford HS, Milford, De. (2-star prospect)

Danzel Manley - Offensive tackle - Greenbelt (MD) Eleanor Roosevelt Ht: 6-foot-5, Wt: 304 lbs, Forty: 5.18 secs, Bench max: 315 pounds Squat max: 515 pounds. (2-star prospect)

Brandon Carr. 6'3" 270 lb. OG. FUMA, Fork Union, Va. (3-star prospect).

Tobin Cameron, 6-4 / 275, is a transfer from Santa Rosa Junior College in California. JC TRANSFER

Carlos Guglielmi DT, The 6-foot, 295-pound - originally from Kelowna, B.C. - Butte Junior College in California - JC TRANSFER

Mateus Porter 6-2, 220, 4.45 40-yd dash, ILB, OLB Jr. College: College of San Mateo, CA. JC TRANSFER

Nate Barnes: DE, 6'4", 230 lbs., Heritage H.S., Newport News, Va.

Eddie McClam: DE - 6-foot-5, 265-pound - Louisburg (N.C.) Junior College and will have three years of eligibility remaining. JC TRANSFER

[utcfan]

With the coaching change at UTC, the Mocs are getting off to a late start. First signee is a transfer from Miami-Ohio.

From Chattanooga Times-Free Press

Russ Huesman received his first commitment Saturday when Brian Sutherland told the new University of Tenenssee at Chattanooga football coach that he was transferring to play for the Mocs.

Sutherland, a freshman from Smyrna, Ga., who wanted to get closer to home, redshirted this season at Miami (Ohio) and will start attending classes at UTC on Monday. He has four years of eligibility.

Link

http://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2009/jan/04/sutherland-set-join-mocs-start-classes/?sports

[AppAlum2003]

BWAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!! The Catamounts are coming..."run for the hills" xnodx

They'll be here as soon as they change that flat tire on the team bus.

[813Jag]

Don't know much about this player but he's choosing between (http://blogs.tampabay.com/preps/2009/01/jeffersons-gant.html) Elon and FAU. His name is Jarrod Gant, he's an OL from Jefferson High School (Tampa)

[PhoenixPhan06]

Don't know much about this player but he's choosing between (http://blogs.tampabay.com/preps/2009/01/jeffersons-gant.html) Elon and FAU. His name is Jarrod Gant, he's an OL from Jefferson High School (Tampa)

I've got my fingers crossed in this one! Gant has ideal size for an OL and would be a great addition to our OL!

[813Jag]

Terriers' Walden to make first visit (http://blogs.tampabay.com/preps/2009/01/terriers-walden.html). Just a quick recruiting note from Hillsborough: Terriers senior Colby Walden, who plays wide receiver and was among the county's best kick returners last fall, will visit Georgia Southern this weekend. Hillsoborugh is the school that I follow here in Tampa. This kid is a burner, all County Track performer.

Here's some video (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fPTgXHUIjDg).

[813Jag]

Here's a Tampa area QB that has recieved an offer from Liberty. Andrew Clifford. 6' 3" 205 lbs. Some Stats: 139/254 2263 yards 20 TDs 10 Ints

[Big Dawg]

These are some transfers coming in.

Florida A&M
1. Marques Barnes DB 6-2, 200 Columbia, SC. Soph.(University of South Carolina)(4 stars)
2. Jay Culpepper DS 6-4, 268 Madison, FL. RS-Soph.(Florida State University)
3. Braden Curry OL 6-6, 306 Hollywood, FL. RS-Soph.(Marshall University)
4. Chris Little OL 6-4, 340 Jeffersonville, GA. Soph.(University of Georgia)(4 stars)
5. Jamil Paris DE 6-5, 230 Vero Beach, FL. Jr.(University of Kentucky)

[CatMom07]

Not much being divulged about TxSt commits but got this. Good to have a new RB coming in for when we lose who we already have. Could see some PT as a true freshman. Frank Reddic, a RB from Kilgore has committed to Texas State.

http://www.news-journal.com/news/content/sports/stories/2008/12/27/12272008_frankreddic.html?cxtype=rss&cxsvc=7&cxcat=13

[Jacks02]

South Dakota State has 5 verbals so far and some articles/blogs discussing the recruits.

Verbal Commitments:
R.K. Kilgore - LB/S - Cottage Grove, MN
http://www.argusleader.com/apps/pbcs.dll/section?category=PluckPersona&U=69144e41448a46579a2772abd68f472c&plckController=PersonaBlog&plckScript=personaScript&plckElementId=personaDest&plckPersonaPage=BlogViewPost&plckPostId=Blog%3a69144e41448a46579a2772abd68f472c Post%3a6914c864-dea9-417a-ac32-8072a6b87aaa&sid=sitelife.argusleader.com

Alex Parker - OL - Brookings, SD
http://www.brookingsregister.com/V2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=77&story_id=3614

Trevor Tiefenthaler - WR - Sioux Central HS, IA
http://www.argusleader.com/apps/pbcs.dll/section?category=PluckPersona&U=69144e41448a46579a2772abd68f472c&plckController=PersonaBlog&plckScript=personaScript&plckElementId=personaDest&plckPersonaPage=BlogViewPost&plckPostId=Blog%3a69144e41448a46579a2772abd68f472c Post%3a70f926db-c4c9-498c-b1c7-41dc3520f1e9&sid=sitelife.argusleader.com

Eric Koehlmoos - S - Pierce HS, NE
http://www.argusleader.com/apps/pbcs.dll/section?category=PluckPersona&U=69144e41448a46579a2772abd68f472c&plckPersonaPage=BlogViewPost&plckUserId=69144e41448a46579a2772abd68f472c&plckPostId=Blog%3a69144e41448a46579a2772abd68f472c Post%3aa64e84cb-5eb0-4b80-8d5a-0b8afb158005&plckController=PersonaBlog&plckScript=personaScript&plckElementId=personaDest

Jake Weiss - LB - Roosevelt HS, Sioux Falls, SD
http://www.argusleader.com/apps/pbcs.dll/section?category=PluckPersona&U=69144e41448a46579a2772abd68f472c&plckController=PersonaBlog&plckScript=personaScript&plckElementId=personaDest&plckPersonaPage=BlogViewPost&plckPostId=Blog%3a69144e41448a46579a2772abd68f472c Post%3a70f926db-c4c9-498c-b1c7-41dc3520f1e9&sid=sitelife.argusleader.com

[Tribe4SF]

CAA Insider doing a good job of keeping up with what's known about all conference members. Click on the school link at left to get a list for each school.

http://www.caainsider.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=blogcategory&id=260&Itemid=356

[813Jag]

Armwood High (Tampa area) wide reciever, quarterback, punt returner and kick returner Rob Jones (http://blogs.tampabay.com/preps/2009/01/interest-in-arm.html)has offers from Delaware and Georgia Southern. He's visiting Delaware next weekend.

There's a video in the link.

[SoccerSmells]

My brother in Myrtle Beach tells me this morning that Coastal Carolina has gotten a transfer from North Carolina. Corner Tavoris Jolley. Didn't play much at UNC looking at stats, but he said he was a shrine bowler his senior year up in NC.

Picked the Chants over Lenoir-Rhyne and Carson-Newman.

[Tribe4SF]

Armwood High (Tampa area) wide reciever, quarterback, punt returner and kick returner Rob Jones (http://blogs.tampabay.com/preps/2009/01/interest-in-arm.html)has offers from Delaware and Georgia Southern. He's visiting Delaware next weekend.

There's a video in the link.

I love the RB from Armwood who's going to Liberty. Who names their kid "Sirchauncey"?xlolx

[813Jag]

I love the RB from Armwood who's going to Liberty. Who names their kid "Sirchauncey"?xlolx
It's one of a kind. xlolx

[SoCon48]

It's one of a kind. xlolx

Who's the babe in your avatar? Cute.

[rutlandbison]

Who's the babe in your avatar? Cute.

Looks like a pornstar lookin for somethin.:D xrolleyesx :p

[813Jag]

Who's the babe in your avatar? Cute.
her name is milena perez.

[Casey_Orourke]

From what I can find out, these are all solid verbal commitments to Portland State:

Jaycob Shoemaker LB 6'0" 215 Casa Robles CA.

Donte Almond DB 6'2" 205 Los Altos CA. (Foothill College JC) (Rivals.com 3 stars)

Micheal Almond DB 6'2" 195 Los Altos CA. (Foothill College JC)

Nevin Lewis WR 6-1 180 Culver OR

Looks like Jerry is beginning to use his Texas connections. Offers have been made to the following:

Quarterback:
Jordan Poyer - Astoria (OR)

Wide Receiver:
Spencer Hagan - Sacramento (CA) (accepted preferred walk offer at Cal)
Steve Hagy - Westlake Village (CA)
Adam Watson - Spring (TX) (committed to New Mexico)

O-Line:
Mitch Gaulke - West Linn (OR)

D-Line
Colton Paulhus - Granite Bay (CA)

Linebacker:
George Bamfo - Rockwall (TX)

Defensive Back:
Xavier Ramos - Ventura (CA)

Athlete:
Mike Hicks - China Spring (TX)
Tym Pearson - Springfield (OR)

This is the best info I have so some of these kids may have indeed acceped other offers, so feel free to update any info here.

[FUwolfpacker]

Furman added another one back in December to bring the known total to 4.

New(ish) commit: Cortez Johnson - 6'0" CB from South Gwinett (GA)

Other 3: OC - Ryan Storms (GA), DT - Colton Keig (GA), RB -Jerodis Williams (AL)

[CSN-info]

National Letter of Intent Basics - http://www.championshipsubdivisionnews.com/index.php?blog=5&title=recruiting-season-in-full-effect-nationa&more=1&c=1&tb=1&pb=1

[Eaglesrus]

Furman added another one back in December to bring the known total to 4.

New(ish) commit: Cortez Johnson - 6'0" CB from South Gwinett (GA)

Other 3: OC - Ryan Storms (GA), DT - Colton Keig (GA), RB -Jerodis Williams (AL)

Don't the high schools in SC have football teams?

[Rekdiver]

App is hot on the trail of a MAC commitment. Won't say any more right now cause the school will be all over the kid. The young man is having serious doubts now. More later!!

[The Cats]

2009 Commitment List

http://rivals100.rivals.com/commitlist.asp?Year=2009&School=200

Western Carolina 2009 Football Commitments (16)

COMMITTED/NOT YET SIGNED Pos Ht Wt
Gil Broadway OL 6-5 262 5.09 - Washington, NC
Rudy Cabral LB 6-1 240 - - Fairview, NC
Rashawn Grates WR 5-8 160 - - Tabor City, NC
Matt Hastings OL 6-3 240 - - Connelly Springs, NC
Richard Hughes DB 6-0 185 - - Decatur, GA
Nicholas James WR 6-0 175 425 - Winston Salem, NC
Brian Johnson DE 6-2 217 4.59 5.0 Charlotte, NC
Michael Johnson RB 5-10 189 4.48 5.2 Decatur, GA
Eliger Martinez DB 5-8 165 - - Cartersville, GA
Jacoby Mitchell WR 6-1 180 4.5 5.2 Decatur, GA
Boom Boom Murray DT 6-3 265 - - Shelby, NC
Randy Pressley ATH 6-2 195 - - Weaverville, NC
Buddy Robinson DT 6-1 260 - - Bostic, NC
Ryder Sloan LB 6-1 212 4.6 5.2 Folkston, GA
JaQuayvin Smalls DB 5-11 180 4.5 5.4 Milledgeville, GA
Nathaniel Stephenson LB 6-2 205 - - Jacksonville, FL

[813Jag]

Elon receives commitment (http://blogs.tampabay.com/preps/2009/01/jeffersons-ga-1.html) from Jefferson High (Tampa) OL Jerrod Gant.

[PhoenixPhan06]

Elon receives commitment (http://blogs.tampabay.com/preps/2009/01/jeffersons-ga-1.html) from Jefferson High (Tampa) OL Jerrod Gant.


Yessir! We have a few now from the Tampa area just in the last few recruiting classes. I think its safe to say that the word is spreadin fast about Elon Football!

Go Phoenix!

[catamount man]

2009 Commitment List

http://rivals100.rivals.com/commitlist.asp?Year=2009&School=200

Western Carolina 2009 Football Commitments (16)

COMMITTED/NOT YET SIGNED Pos Ht Wt
Gil Broadway OL 6-5 262 5.09 - Washington, NC
Rudy Cabral LB 6-1 240 - - Fairview, NC
Rashawn Grates WR 5-8 160 - - Tabor City, NC
Matt Hastings OL 6-3 240 - - Connelly Springs, NC
Richard Hughes DB 6-0 185 - - Decatur, GA
Nicholas James WR 6-0 175 425 - Winston Salem, NC
Brian Johnson DE 6-2 217 4.59 5.0 Charlotte, NC
Michael Johnson RB 5-10 189 4.48 5.2 Decatur, GA
Eliger Martinez DB 5-8 165 - - Cartersville, GA
Jacoby Mitchell WR 6-1 180 4.5 5.2 Decatur, GA
Boom Boom Murray DT 6-3 265 - - Shelby, NC
Randy Pressley ATH 6-2 195 - - Weaverville, NC
Buddy Robinson DT 6-1 260 - - Bostic, NC
Ryder Sloan LB 6-1 212 4.6 5.2 Folkston, GA
JaQuayvin Smalls DB 5-11 180 4.5 5.4 Milledgeville, GA
Nathaniel Stephenson LB 6-2 205 - - Jacksonville, FL

You can add Hendersonville(NC)'s Wesley Cook to that list!! xthumbsupx xthumbsupx xthumbsupx

Here is the quick write up from the ACT today.

Hendersonville offensive lineman Wesley Cook committed to play college football for Western Carolina on Tuesday night.

-As a senior, Cook was named to the All-Western Highlands Conference team after his blocking graded out at 91 percent for the season. On defense, he made 94 tackles, four sacks and recovered three fumbles. Cook also had scholarship offers from East Carolina, Marshall and Middle Tennessee State.-

GO CATAMOUNTS!!! xthumbsupx xthumbsupx xthumbsupx

[Go Lehigh TU Owl]

Lehigh got a verbal from one of the best players in the state of PA, Zach Barket. Barket was named 2008 Gatorade Player of the Year in Pennsylvania. His Sr. year numbers could rival just about any RB in country. He did play at the Single A level in PA so some have questioned the level of comp.

His 2008 Stats
Yards- 4,187
TD's- 65
Avg- 10.31
YPG- 279

[PhoenixPhan06]

Lehigh got a verbal from one of the best players in the state of PA, Zach Barket. Barket was named 2008 Gatorade Player of the Year in Pennsylvania. His Sr. year numbers could rival just about any RB in country. He did play at the Single A level in PA so some have questioned the level of comp.

His 2008 Stats
Yards- 4,187
TD's- 65
Avg- 10.31
YPG- 279

Wait 65 TD's in his senior season alone or over his whole career? If over only his senior year then that has to be some kind of national HS record! Either that or he was playing against the PA school for the Blind.

[Go Lehigh TU Owl]

Wait 65 TD's in his senior season alone or over his whole career? If over only his senior year then that has to be some kind of national HS record! Either that or he was playing against the PA school for the Blind.

That was for the season.

http://www.maxpreps.com/pennsylvania/football/schuylkill-haven/zach-barket/stats.aspx?athleteid=27c94822-0d9f-41ce-be8b-5ae8779839d0&ssid=2f36027d-d6f6-4509-aba9-adad5cc85b5e&urpath=,local,player

[busybee14]

Here's a Tampa area QB that has recieved an offer from Liberty. Andrew Clifford. 6' 3" 205 lbs. Some Stats: 139/254 2263 yards 20 TDs 10 Ints i would think its tough being a QB from the bay area with Murray,aycock,green and others of the like in town getting all the press.

[813Jag]

i would think its tough being a QB from the bay area with Murray,aycock,green and others of the like in town getting all the press.
Clifford got his share of press, but he was overshadowed because of who he played for. There's a few good QBs here and a few youngsters who have a bright future.

Welcome to AGS!

[PhoenixPhan06]

That was for the season.

http://www.maxpreps.com/pennsylvania/football/schuylkill-haven/zach-barket/stats.aspx?athleteid=27c94822-0d9f-41ce-be8b-5ae8779839d0&ssid=2f36027d-d6f6-4509-aba9-adad5cc85b5e&urpath=,local,player

Those are some serious Playstation stats right there! Over 400 yards in some games, that must have been crazy to watch!

[813Jag]

Lehigh got a verbal from one of the best players in the state of PA, Zach Barket. Barket was named 2008 Gatorade Player of the Year in Pennsylvania. His Sr. year numbers could rival just about any RB in country. He did play at the Single A level in PA so some have questioned the level of comp.

His 2008 Stats
Yards- 4,187
TD's- 65
Avg- 10.31
YPG- 279
wow! Those numbers are unreal.

[SoCon48]

I haven't heard anything on him.



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Tallahassee (FL) Leon

Ht: 6-foot-1 (Event)
Wt: 175 lbs
Class: 2009 (High School)

Rivals.com Rating: 5.2 (About)
Position Ranking: NR


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Ht: 6-foot-1 (Event)
Wt: 175 lbs
Class: 2009 (High School)

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Position Ranking: NR


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isnt this young man a ASU target.

[utcfan]

The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga football team’s first big recruiting weekend under new head coach Russ Huesman paid immediate dividends. Of the nine players who made official visits last weekend, five have committed to the Mocs, including Ringgold High quarterback Zac Fairchild.

The 6-foot-5, 245-pound Fairchild, who missed all of his senior season with a torn ACL in his left knee, was a Times Free Press “Dynamite Dozen” preseason selection and has been coming to Mocs games since he was very young.

“I’ve always wanted to go to UTC, I live about 20 minutes from campus, and I’m really happy to have the chance to be a part of it,” Fairchild said. “I’ve probably been to 30 or 40 UTC games in my life, so to have this opportunity means a lot to me.”

Fairchild said he is five months removed from knee surgery and is coming along well with his rehabilitation and training, adding that he expects his playing weight to be down around 230. A talented high school pitcher with a 90-mph fastball, Fairchild said he is throwing twice a week and expects to be ready for baseball season.

Should he be selected the Major League Baseball draft, he said he would then have a decision to make about his future.

“It would depend on what the terms are, if I get drafted,” he said. “That would be the only reason I wouldn’t come play football at UTC.”

Another Mocs commitment, Kell High School wide receiver Marlon Anthony, from Marietta, Ga., is rated as a three-star player by Rivals.com. The 6-5, 185-pound wideout had 46 catches for 713 yards and four touchdowns as a senior, along with 10 punt returns for a total of 228 yards.

Berkmar High School cornerback Kadeem Wise, of Lilburn, Ga., also committed after last weekend’s visit. The 5-10, 172-pound Wise is rated a two-star player by Rivals.com and ran a 4.28 40-yard dash at a Virginia Tech camp last summer. He had 51 tackles as a senior.

Wise committed to Duke in July but later de-committed because of academic concerns. He said he felt very comfortable during his visit to UTC and especially liked the players and coaches he met.

“I felt like we really connected from the time I got there to the time I left,” he said.

The Mocs’ other two commitments are Carrollton (Ga.) linebacker Wes Dothard and Newnan (Ga.) defensive end Durlandis Hill.

The 6-1, 200-pound Dothard, the younger brother of Mocs redshirt freshman safety J.D. Dothard, had 60 rushes for 305 yards, 25 tackles and two interceptions as a senior. Hill is listed at 6-3, 220 and had 67 tackles and 10 sacks during his senior season at Newnan.

Busy Huesman

Huesman spent most of Tuesday and Wednesday conducting one-on-one meetings with UTC’s players. He’ll be out and about in public today, however.

Huesman is scheduled to speak at the Downtown Chattanooga Rotary Club lunch at the Chattanooga Convention Center at noon, followed by a two-hour stint during The Drive on ESPN Radio 1370 AM that will take place at Big River Grill downtown. After that he will address the crowd at halftime of the men’s basketball team’s 7 p.m. game against Appalachian State.

The appearance at Big River is open to the public and several members of his staff also are expected to be in attendance.


http://timesfreepress.com/news/2009/jan/15/fairchild-among-five-university-tennessee-chattano/

[Thumper250]

Gardner-Webb's first commitment

Jeff Harris, O-Lineman, East Forsyth High in NC

http://insider.espn.go.com/ncf/recruiting/tracker/player?recruitId=58994&season=2009&action=upsell&appRedirect=http%3a%2f%2finsider.espn.go.com%2fncf %2frecruiting%2ftracker%2fplayer%3frecruitId%3d589 94%26season%3d2009

[c15683]

The first Lehigh commit has hit the papers: and it's a product from the coal region that Schylkill Haven fans are raving about.

It's RB Zach Barket, who verbally committed to Lehigh.

Barket was robbed of a spot on the coveted "Big 33" and PSFCA postseason teams, despite the career totals of the 5' 10, 205 lb running back bordering on the ridiculous.

Try 4,195 yards and 66 touchdowns. And that's not for a career. Thats in a single season.

He's a huge get for Lehigh. Barket has an impressive statewide trophy case, including Gatorade’s Pennsylvania Player of the Year Award, the Old Spice Red Zone Pennsylvania Player of the Year, the AP Class A Co-Player of the Year, Pennsylvania Football News Mr. Football, Maxpreps Small School National Player of the Year and The Republican & Herald All-Area Offensive Player of the Year.

REPRINTED FROM LFN WEB SITE.

[busybee14]

Gardner-Webb's first commitment

Jeff Harris, O-Lineman, East Forsyth High in NC

http://insider.espn.go.com/ncf/recruiting/tracker/player?recruitId=58994&season=2009&action=upsell&appRedirect=http%3a%2f%2finsider.espn.go.com%2fncf %2frecruiting%2ftracker%2fplayer%3frecruitId%3d589 94%26season%3d2009
Can I get some syrup with those pancakes! You all got ya a good one with the Harris kid.

[PhoenixPhan06]

The first Lehigh commit has hit the papers: and it's a product from the coal region that Schylkill Haven fans are raving about.

It's RB Zach Barket, who verbally committed to Lehigh.

Barket was robbed of a spot on the coveted "Big 33" and PSFCA postseason teams, despite the career totals of the 5' 10, 205 lb running back bordering on the ridiculous.

Try 4,195 yards and 66 touchdowns. And that's not for a career. Thats in a single season.

He's a huge get for Lehigh. Barket has an impressive statewide trophy case, including Gatorade’s Pennsylvania Player of the Year Award, the Old Spice Red Zone Pennsylvania Player of the Year, the AP Class A Co-Player of the Year, Pennsylvania Football News Mr. Football, Maxpreps Small School National Player of the Year and The Republican & Herald All-Area Offensive Player of the Year.

REPRINTED FROM LFN WEB SITE.

Any ideas on how this kid slipped through the cracks at PSU or Pitt? Can he even spell his own name? His grades are the only reason I can think of to get looked over after having a senior year like that!

[Seawolf97]

Any ideas on how this kid slipped through the cracks at PSU or Pitt? Can he even spell his own name? His grades are the only reason I can think of to get looked over after having a senior year like that!

Sounds great but maybe his size was a factor for PSU or Pitt? He should be an impact player for Lehigh.

[ngineer]

Any ideas on how this kid slipped through the cracks at PSU or Pitt? Can he even spell his own name? His grades are the only reason I can think of to get looked over after having a senior year like that!


He's coming out of a Div A School--the smallest school division in PA..I suspect some view the opposition that he put the numbers up against suspect, but regardless, even small schools in coal region PA are filled with tough kids. Sounds alot like Eachus that we lost out to Colgate on last year. I know RB was THE priority for Lehigh this year as we got caught thin this past year with injuries and dropouts. Glad to see fruit being gathered---and LOCAL as well!xthumbsupx

[Tribe4SF]

Any ideas on how this kid slipped through the cracks at PSU or Pitt? Can he even spell his own name? His grades are the only reason I can think of to get looked over after having a senior year like that!


xlolx You obviously know nothing about Lehigh.

[ngineer]

Any ideas on how this kid slipped through the cracks at PSU or Pitt? Can he even spell his own name? His grades are the only reason I can think of to get looked over after having a senior year like that!

What a ridiculous comment. The kid was being looked at by virturally all Patriot and Ivy League schools.

[PhoenixPhan06]

What a ridiculous comment. The kid was being looked at by virturally all Patriot and Ivy League schools.

So I jumped the gun a bit, the kid can spell his name afterall. I'm sure he was a great student in HS if Lehigh offered him a scholarship, I just find it hard to beleive that no major FBS schools in the area didn't seriously consider his services after numbers like that. I'm sure they did their homework and felt his competition wasn't up to sniff, but geez, the kid averaged over 275 yds per game! Show a little love for the diaper dandy!

I'm sure the Lehigh faithfull are counting their blessings and I hope he turns out to be a workhorse for y'all as I'm sure he'll be playing with a chip on his shoulder after being looked over by all the FBS schools in the area.

[ngineer]

So I jumped the gun a bit, the kid can spell his name afterall. I'm sure he was a great student in HS if Lehigh offered him a scholarship, I just find it hard to beleive that no major FBS schools in the area didn't seriously consider his services after numbers like that. I'm sure they did their homework and felt his competition wasn't up to sniff, but geez, the kid averaged over 275 yds per game! Show a little love for the diaper dandy!

I'm sure the Lehigh faithfull are counting their blessings and I hope he turns out to be a workhorse for y'all as I'm sure he'll be playing with a chip on his shoulder after being looked over by all the FBS schools in the area.

Supposedly he's not a 'blazing' runner. But from all accounts he's tough between the tackles with good quickness--perhaps not big or quick enough for an FBS school to risk a scholarship. Keep in mind, in today's world with limited scholarships a lot of good players 'fall through the cracks' to the FCS schools. Coming from a small high school can also weigh against him. Hopefully, he's another McGowan, without the injuries.

[DaBigBlue]

What a get for Lehigh, thats a lot of yards even if he's running thru cardboard cutouts.

4,187 Rushing Yards in 2008 - LEADS THE NATION IN HIGH SCHOOL
4,187 in a Single season - 3RD ALL-TIME IN HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL HISTORY
66 Touchdowns in 2008 - TIED 4th BEST IN HISTORY NATIONALLY
Most TD’s/pergame/per season - 4.7 - TIED FOR 5TH BEST IN HISTORY NATIONALLY
299/per game Rushing in 2008 - TIED FOR 5TH BEST ALL-TIME NATIONALLY
8,325 Career Rushing Yards - 19TH BEST IN HISTORY IN THE U.S.A.

"Not even the legendary Ken Hall of Sugarland, Tx., who rushed for 11,232 yards in his career could match Barket’s Single Season output of ‘08. He is rubbing elbows on the National Record Charts with legendary players like Emmitt Smith, is well ahead of Oklahoma’s Billy Sims in career yards and backs like Gale Sayers, Barry Sanders, and Adrian Peterson are not even on the radar near his totals from this past season."

[EagleDawg]

Any Gardner-Webb fans out there other than Thumper250? EagleDawg here, a new GWU fan. Saw the post about new GWU recruit, OL Jeff Harris, Kernersville East Forsyth. Any other GWU commits that anyone knows of? Hopefully they had some good success on the recruiting front this 2nd weekend of Official Visits? Harris is a really good pick-up for GWU.

[rutlandbison]

Here's what NDSU has so far
Ryan Drevlow, 6'5, 240, Gwinner, ND (Milnor/North Sargent) *Verbal to NDSU, 12/16/2008*

Josh Gatlin, 6'2, 195, Jacksonville, FL/NDSCS *Verbal to NDSU, 12/17/2008*. Ran a 4.35 forty, held offer from FIU.

Tyler Gimmestad, 6'4, 270, Marshall, MN *Verbal to NDSU, 12/9/2008*. Quick OL/DL had offers from DII for BB.

Andrew Grothman, 6'1, 210, Hillsboro, ND *Verbal to NDSU, 12/16/2008* Local kid, won 2 state titles in wrestling.

Sidney Haynes, 6'3, 215, Suwanee, GA (transfer from Central Florida) *1/16/2008*. Held offers from 6 FBS schools out of highschool.

Hank Jacobs, 6'4, 275, Beaver Dam, WI *Verbal to NDSU, 12/18/2008*. Chose NDSU over an offer from Army.

Brandon Jemison, 6'1, 195, Fargo (Fargo South), ND *Verbal to NDSU, 12/16/2008*. Another local kid, projects as LB, runs a 4.5 forty.

Jeff Jerve, 6'4, 270, Montevideo, MN *Verbal to NDSU, 12/22/2008*. OL, dont know a whole lot about him. Said he had offer from UNI.

Cole Jirik, 6'4, 220, Northfield, MN *Verbal to NDSU, 12/15/2008*. Held an offer from Western Michigain. STUD at the Minnesota all-star game.

Justin Juckem, 6'5, 245, Chilton, WI *Verbal to NDSU, 12/8/2008*. Chose NDSU over offers from Boston College, Washington State, and Army. Runs a 4.6 forty.

Brian Kuhtz, 6'3, 220, Waukesha (North), WI *Xfer from WY to NDSU,12/9/2008*. Was a SS or FS at Wyoming, I think he is moving to OLB.

Leevon Perry, 6'5, 245, St. Paul (St. Agnes), MN *Verbal to NDSU, 1/14/2008*. Originally committed to Iowa State. Don't know what happened with that.

Kevin Vaadeland, 6'4, 225, Park Rapids, MN *Verbal to NDSU, 6/24/2008*. First verbal to NDSU. runs a 4.6 forty and plays all over the field. DE, LB, RB, TE.

[FUwolfpacker]

Few SoCon commit updates:

Furman: 3 star QB (on rivals.com) - Josh Hollingsworth, Hamilton HS (AL)

Samford: WR - Chris Cephus, Dublin HS (GA)

Wofford: OL - Blake Bennett, Buford HS (GA); OL - Tymeco Gregory, Greer HS (SC

[busybee14]

Few SoCon commit updates:

Furman: 3 star QB (on rivals.com) - Josh Hollingsworth, Hamilton HS (AL)

Samford: WR - Chris Cephus, Dublin HS (GA)

Wofford: OL - Blake Bennett, Buford HS (GA); OL - Tymeco Gregory, Greer HS (SC

Was hollingsworth the kid who left a bigger school?Miss state?

[Cocky]

Was hollingsworth the kid who left a bigger school?Miss state?

Miss State withdrew their offer.

[FUwolfpacker]

Miss State withdrew their offer.

That's correct. Hollingsworth was committed to Miss St, for 9 months and when Dan Mullen was hired he decided they were only going to take 1 QB (so they pulled the offer). Just the nature of recruiting, but the guy kind of got screwed. By the time the offer came off the table in mid-December, most schools either have their QB or have a #1 target.

Link to a couple more Wofford commits. Wofford's putting together a nice looking class.

http://www.goupstate.com/article/20090118/PSPORTS02/901180255/1018

DE - Josh Roseborough, Fairfield Central (SC)
DB - Josh Turner, Chester (SC)

[smallcollegefbfan]

Richmond commitment Dae'Quan Scott has failed to qualify and likely won't be attending Richmond.

[ericsaid]

Appalachian picked up two more after this weekends visits:

Ath - Quinn Thornton, Naples, FL (4.33-40, 2 star rating from Rivals)
LB - Brandon Grier, Charlotte, NC (West Charlotte HS)

[Reign of Terrier]

That's correct. Hollingsworth was committed to Miss St, for 9 months and when Dan Mullen was hired he decided they were only going to take 1 QB (so they pulled the offer). Just the nature of recruiting, but the guy kind of got screwed. By the time the offer came off the table in mid-December, most schools either have their QB or have a #1 target.

Link to a couple more Wofford commits. Wofford's putting together a nice looking class.

http://www.goupstate.com/article/20090118/PSPORTS02/901180255/1018

DE - Josh Roseborough, Fairfield Central (SC)
DB - Josh Turner, Chester (SC)

We usually have more guys from Ohio and other places than SC, NC, and GA.

Don't be surprised to if you see more defensive players from farther away states on signing day.

[Reign of Terrier]

Wofford: OL - Blake Bennett, Buford HS (GA); OL - Tymeco Gregory, Greer HS (SC

Tymeco is a shrine bowl player and from what I hear Bennett is a beastxthumbsupx

[catamount man]

It's official. HOT DANG!!!!!!!!!!! xthumbsupx xthumbsupx xthumbsupx

http://www.ajc.com/sports/content/shared-blogs/ajc/cfbrecruit/entries/2009/01/16/swds_mitchell_c.html

Welcome to Cullowhee Jacoby Mitchell!!! GO CATAMOUNTS!!!

[catamount man]

http://www.citizen-times.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20090119/SPORTS07/901190314/1002/SPORTS&referrer=NEWSFRONTCAROUSEL

Truly a difference in coaching and attitude makes for a whole new outlook on everything!!! Kudos to Wagner and staff!!!

GO CATAMOUNTS!!!

[BigHouseClosedEnd]

Richmond commitment Dae'Quan Scott has failed to qualify and likely won't be attending Richmond.

Source?

[FUwolfpacker]

Furman added another offensive lineman

John Nenos
Gaither HS (FL)
6'5", 313 lbs, 5.4 sec
-Also had an offer from a The Citadel

[813Jag]

Furman added another offensive lineman

John Nenos
Gaither HS (FL)
6'5", 313 lbs, 5.4 sec
-Also had an offer from a The Citadel
Gaither had a solid OLine, they were a run first team (usually a playoff team), I think their RB committed to South Carolina.

[DLS]

Appalachian picked up two more after this weekends visits:

Ath - Quinn Thornton, Naples, FL (4.33-40, 2 star rating from Rivals)
LB - Brandon Grier, Charlotte, NC (West Charlotte HS)

i read that thornton had been timed at 4.28.

hello DJ v2.0

[Tribe4SF]

W&M has gained a commitment from Brent Caprio, 6'2" 215 QB from Mainland Regional in NJ. Caprio threw for 2,065 yards on 140 of 223 with 27 TDs and 7 INTs. He also ran for 890 yards and 21 TDs on 159 carries, leading his school to an undefeated season and state championship. Brent carries a 4.6 GPA in the classroom.

[terrierbob]

W&M has gained a commitment from Brent Caprio, 6'2" 215 QB from Mainland Regional in NJ. Caprio threw for 2,065 yards on 140 of 223 with 27 TDs and 7 INTs. He also ran for 890 yards and 21 TDs on 159 carries, leading his school to an undefeated season and state championship. Brent carries a 4.6 GPA in the classroom.

Is he making a letter grades better than an A? How do these 4+ GPAs
happen?

[DLS]

Is he making a letter grades better than an A? How do these 4+ GPAs
happen?

thats a weighted gpa.

[Tribe4SF]

Is he making a letter grades better than an A? How do these 4+ GPAs
happen?

If you get an A in an advanced placement course you get 5 quality points, instead of 4. When you see a GPA above 4.5 it means the kid is aceing AP courses, and taking alot of them.

[APP91]

Source?
Rivals

[Appstate29]

If you get an A in an advanced placement course you get 5 quality points, instead of 4. When you see a GPA above 4.5 it means the kid is aceing AP courses, and taking alot of them.

Either way, its a sick GPA, but in some school systems, an AP course is awarded 2 extra quality points, so an A would get you a 6 instead of a 5.

[CrazyCat]

Verbals so far for Montana State

Brad Daly,DE, 6'1" 205, Helena MT, AA Defensive POY, you might recognize the name.

Joel Fuller, S, 6'1" 185, Libby,MT, NW A all-conference Offensive POY & all-conference 1st team defense

Jase Muri, WR, 6'0" 175, Billings, MT. one of the best all-around athletes in the state

Chris Wilson, CB, Great Falls, MT 1st place AA 100 meters 2008

Everett Gilbert,WR,5’10” 170, RockWall TX. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z5MslfjET7A (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z5MslfjET7A)

David Abercrombie, OT, 6’4” 255, RockWall TX. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lx_vyst198U (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lx_vyst198U)

Darius Jones, CB, 5’10” 175, RockWall TX. Two year starter, all –district Region 2 Texas 4A


Elvis Akpla,WR,6’2” 185, Transfer from Oregon who is already on campus

[utcfan]

The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga got two more commitments from football prospects Sunday.

A week after their official visits, Franklin (Tenn.) High School quarterback Graham Nichols and South Cobb (Ga.) High School athlete Chris Awuah informed UTC coaches of their decisions. They are the seventh and eighth players to commit since Russ Huesman was named the Mocs coach.

Huesman said last week that he expects to have 13 scholarships to offer.

“I just like what they’re trying to do in terms of rebuilding the program and trying to get it back to where it once was,” Nichols said of UTC, which went 1-11 last season and has had just two winning seasons in the past 17 years.

Nichols, a Class 5A Mr. Football finalist listed at 6-foot-3, 190 pounds, threw for 2,204 yards and 20 touchdowns last season, with just two interceptions, and led the Rebels to the state championship game. He said he chose UTC over Murray State and UT-Martin, and the fact that Huesman hired former UTM passing game coordinator Marcus Satterfield as offensive coordinator played a big role in his decision.

“He recruited me my whole senior year, and I really liked the offense that they ran at UT-Martin,” Nichols said. “That pro-style is what we ran at Franklin.”

Nichols joins Ringgold’s Zac Fairchild as UTC quarterback commitments, while Awuah, who played quarterback his senior season, said he expects to play tailback for the Mocs. The 5-9, 168-pounder ran for more than 1,000 yards and passed for 500 as a senior, scoring 13 touchdowns, he said.

“I really like what I saw when I visited — the way things are changing and everybody was so excited about the future,” Awuah said.

Nichols and Awuah were among nine players who visited UTC on the weekend of Jan. 9-11, and seven of those nine have now committed. The other commitment is redshirt freshman wide receiver Brian Sutherland, a transfer from Miami (Ohio) who already is taking classes at UTC.



http://timesfreepress.com/news/2009/jan/20/awuah-nichols-pick-chattanooga-mocs/

UTC has signed 8, 5 left.

[Tribe4SF]

Rivals


Could you post a link to that information on Rivals. I can't find anything about Scott not being eligible on their site, and the folks at VaPreps know nothing about it.

[EagleDawg]

Saw where Dakota Dozier committed to Furman over Appalachian State. Dozier was apparently high on ASU's OL Board and his decision still leaves the Mountaineers without a OL commit with just two weeks to signing day and OL being a stated position of need. So far the rich are not getting richer at least with OL. Can't imagine that won't change but for those who are hoping to move up the FCS Football pecking order, it at least for now shows that a little more parity may be on the horizon.

[813Jag]

Just a little Tampa area info:

Central two-way lineman Kevin Grier, set to visit Bethune-Cookman this weekend, also has received interest from Liberty and Alabama State. … Hernando punter/kicker Josh Harvey also is being looked at by B-CU and has generated interest from Akron. Leopards two-way standout Clay Kessler has drawn looks from Sacred Heart (Conn.) and Delaware. … Wesley Chapel two-way lineman Patrick Pate has been accepted to Virginia Military Institute. Wildcats teammate Keenan Reynolds, who ran for nearly 800 yards as a senior, has strong interest from South Dakota State.

[Appstate29]

Saw where Dakota Dozier committed to Furman over Appalachian State. Dozier was apparently high on ASU's OL Board and his decision still leaves the Mountaineers without a OL commit with just two weeks to signing day and OL being a stated position of need. So far the rich are not getting richer at least with OL. Can't imagine that won't change but for those who are hoping to move up the FCS Football pecking order, it at least for now shows that a little more parity may be on the horizon.

got a link? Its not being reported on our rivals site. Yet.

[fuEMO]

from goupstate/Phil Kornblut: http://www.goupstate.com/article/20090120/PSPORTS02/901210299/-1/PSPORTS

Furman has 14 commits so far:

QB Josh Hollingsworth 6-0, 180 Hamilton, AL
RB Jerodis Williams, 5-10, 185, Prattville, AL
OL Dakota Dozier, 6-4, 275, Brookland-Cayce
OL Ryan Storms, 6-1 250, Sharpsburg, GA
OL John Nenos, 6-6, 300, Tampa
TE Kevyn Agudo, 6-4, 210, Covington, GA
WR Ryan Culbreath, 6-4, 200, Conyers, GA
DE Josh Lynn, 6-5, 235, Great Falls
DL Neal Rogers, 6-3, 270, Lyons, GA
DL Colton Keig, 6-3, 265, Riverside Military Academy, GA
LB Matt Solomon, 5-11, 191, Tyrone, GA
DB Austin Williams, 5-9, 170, Jacksonville, FL
DB Cortez Johnson, 6-0, 185, Snellville, GA
DB Derek Murray, 6-3, 190, Atlanta

[Pitbull]

SCSU has 11 Commits so far....

South Carolina State
01. Tristan Bellamy OL 6-3, 285 Johnston, SC
02. Cedric Proctor QB 6-1, 180 Chester, SC (1 star)
03. Julian Bellinger DB 6-1, 175 Lithonia, GA
04. Jerico Brown DL 6-0, 255 Augusta, GA
05. Cedric Chisolm OL 6-5, 270 Charleston, SC Charleston, SC
06. Laquan Gilliard WR 6-3, 186 Summerville, SC
07. Rashad Hampton LB 6-2, 215 West Columbia, SC
08. Mason Harris DB, Virginia Beach, VA
09. Courtney Ingram DB 6-2, Milledgeville, GA
10. Erskine Johnson III OL 6-3, 270 Conway, SC
11. Darius Nelson OL 6-5, 270 Milledgeville, GA

[catamount man]

I don't have all the info yet, but the latest WCU commit TURNED DOWN Colorado and Missouri and signed with us. NO LIE!!!

Colorado had offered and backed off, but Missouri was after him. Sorry, after the Briggs ERROR, I'm gonna brag a little, even if it is recruiting.

GO CATAMOUNTS!!!

(WILL POST more on this kid as soon as I get it) xthumbsupx

[CrazyCat]

Verbals so far for Montana State

Brad Daly,DE, 6'1" 205, Helena MT, AA Defensive POY, you might recognize the name.

Joel Fuller, S, 6'1" 185, Libby,MT, NW A all-conference Offensive POY & all-conference 1st team defense

Jase Muri, WR, 6'0" 175, Billings, MT. one of the best all-around athletes in the state

Chris Wilson, CB, Great Falls, MT 1st place AA 100 meters 2008

Everett Gilbert,WR,5’10” 170, RockWall TX. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z5MslfjET7A (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z5MslfjET7A)

David Abercrombie, OT, 6’4” 255, RockWall TX. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lx_vyst198U (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lx_vyst198U)

Darius Jones, CB, 5’10” 175, RockWall TX. Two year starter, all –district Region 2 Texas 4A


Elvis Akpla,WR,6’2” 185, Transfer from Oregon who is already on campus

2 more today

Zach Minter, DT, 6'1" 260. Cactus H.S. AZ. his coach said "He is an absolute freak of nature. He played DL for us and he is the point guard for the boys’ basketball team."

Preston Gale , DE, 6'3" 245 Forney H.S. TX. all-district selection out of Region II of 4A

[youwouldno]

Saw where Dakota Dozier committed to Furman over Appalachian State. Dozier was apparently high on ASU's OL Board and his decision still leaves the Mountaineers without a OL commit with just two weeks to signing day and OL being a stated position of need. So far the rich are not getting richer at least with OL. Can't imagine that won't change but for those who are hoping to move up the FCS Football pecking order, it at least for now shows that a little more parity may be on the horizon.

One player here or there is not a big deal. It's all about developing players and coaching them up. App St's championships are because of that, and so long as Jerry Moore is there, the success will continue.

I think Lamb and Furman are recruiting OK, but the on-field performance isn't there right now...

[technocat]

2 more today

Zach Minter, DT, 6'1" 260. Cactus H.S. AZ. his coach said "He is an absolute freak of nature. He played DL for us and he is the point guard for the boys’ basketball team."

Preston Gale , DE, 6'3" 245 Forney H.S. TX. all-district selection out of Region II of 4A

Add one:
Shonquille Dorsey 6-1 240 DL

Supposedly ranked #180 by scout for DL (ahead of Minter). This is shaping up to be an amazing class for the DL.xbowx

[fuEMO]

One player here or there is not a big deal. It's all about developing players and coaching them up. App St's championships are because of that, and so long as Jerry Moore is there, the success will continue.

I think Lamb and Furman are recruiting OK, but the on-field performance isn't there right now...

I would say more than OK. A 3 star QB in the fold. Top Targets at RB, DE, DL, and OL (2 for 2 losing out on Bennett and Crisafi). On-field performance issue is debatable. But you can't debate BL and staff's recruiting ability. With more commits to come, this class continues to change the face of the Furman defense. Furman could sign 11 linemen on both sides of the ball.

DL: 6-3 270, 6-3 265 (2 more commits to come)
DE: 6-5 235 (2-3 more commits to come, one of these is also 6-5)
DB: 5-9, 170 (4.34), 6-0, 185, 6-3, 190
LB: 5-11, 190

[BirdieJack]

Terry Vandrovec, SDSU's beat writer compiled this commitment list as of yesterday:
http://www.argusleader.com/apps/pbcs.dll/section?category=PluckPersona&U=69144e41448a46579a2772abd68f472c&plckPersonaPage=BlogViewPost&plckUserId=69144e41448a46579a2772abd68f472c&plckPostId=Blog%3a69144e41448a46579a2772abd68f472c Post%3a46dc7d3f-044d-431f-98f2-83615fef87f8&plckController=PersonaBlog&plckScript=personaScript&plckElementId=personaDest


Chase Douglas, 6-4, 245, OL/DL, Brandon Valley. First-team all-state in South Dakota Class 11AA and Argus Leader Elite 45 pick.

Josh Kage, 6-4, 260, OL, Papillion-La Vista, Neb. Super State first-team pick also drew Division I interest for his skills in wrestling and track.

R.C. Kilgore, 6-2, 215, LB/S, Park of Cottage Grove, Minn. Three-year starter at quarterback in the Suburban East Conference.

Eric Koehlmoos, 6-1, 190, S, Pierce, Neb. First-team all-Nebraska pick as a senior and second-team as a junior.

Lee Mondol, 6-2, 200, QB, Ventura, Calif., and Ventura College. Spent one year as a prefered walk-on at Michigan and two years as a starter at a junior college.

Alex Parker, 6-4, 250, OL, Brookings. First-team all-state in South Dakota Class 11AA and Argus Leader Elite 45 pick.

Doug Peete, 6-4, 215, LB/DE, Olathe North, Kan. Named all-Kansas, all-Class 6A, all-metro, all-city and all-conference.

Trevor Tiefenthaler, 5-11, 170, WR, Sioux Central, Iowa. Three-year all-state pick, Iowa Class 1A state champ in the 400 meters and the son of SDSU career leading receiver Jeff Tiefenthaler.

Jake Weiss, 6-3, 210, LB, Sioux Falls Roosevelt. Three-year starter and Argus Leader Elite 45 pick.

Mike Whittier, 6-3, 210, QB, Webster Groves, Mo., and Air Force Academy Prep School. Ranked 106th at his position in the country by ESPN.com as a senior.

Bryan Witzmann, 6-8, 255, OL, Somerset, Wis. Wisconsin Coaches Association all-state pick

Here is some highlights of Lee Mondol...JUCO Transfer from California and former Michigan walk-on:
http://www.argusleader.com/apps/pbcs.dll/section?category=PluckPersona&U=69144e41448a46579a2772abd68f472c&plckPersonaPage=BlogViewPost&plckUserId=69144e41448a46579a2772abd68f472c&plckPostId=Blog%3a69144e41448a46579a2772abd68f472c Post%3a84c2f583-0deb-4c19-bc88-ca96ca3c3fcd&plckController=PersonaBlog&plckScript=personaScript&plckElementId=personaDest

Should be fun a Spring Ball contest between new QB's!!

Go Jacks!!

[youwouldno]

I would say more than OK. A 3 star QB in the fold. Top Targets at RB, DE, DL, and OL (2 for 2 losing out on Bennett and Crisafi). On-field performance issue is debatable. But you can't debate BL and staff's recruiting ability. With more commits to come, this class continues to change the face of the Furman defense. Furman could sign 11 linemen on both sides of the ball.

DL: 6-3 270, 6-3 265 (2 more commits to come)
DE: 6-5 235 (2-3 more commits to come, one of these is also 6-5)
DB: 5-9, 170 (4.34), 6-0, 185, 6-3, 190
LB: 5-11, 190

I think it can be debated. Lamb's best seasons have come with Johnson's players. Now that the team is entirely his, the results have been very mediocre. For Furman, 6-5 or 7-5 isn't debatable on-field performance- its just unacceptable. Maybe its X's and O's, but I suspect recruiting has played some role as well.

Mostly, Lamb seems like he can't get all the parts working together at the same time. If its not defense, its the offense. If not either of those, turnovers. If not that, special teams. He needs to tighten things up, sooner rather than later.

[CSUBUCDAD]

Current list of prospects for Chuck South:

NAME POS HT WT SCHOOL RANK GRADE STATUS NOTES

Greg Adams WR 5-8 155 Ridgeview H.S. (SC) WR #207 66 Undeclared

LaBris Adams WR 6-2 189 Northwestern H.S. (SC) 40 Undeclared

Marlin Butler WR 6-3 191 Southside H.S. (SC) 40 Undeclared

Andrew Clifford QB 6-3 215 Wharton H.S. (FL) 40 Undeclared

Jackson Cooper WR 6-3 195 Williston-Elko H.S. (SC) 40 Undeclared

Terrance Koen ILB 5-11 176 Riverdale Baptist H.S. (MD) 40 Undeclared

Taylor Trotter QB 5-10 160 Woodstock H.S. (GA) 40 Undeclared

Matthew Van Halanger OC 6-3 270 Prince Avenue Christian School (GA) 40 Undeclared

Miles Booth WR 6-1 185 Moorpark College (CA) JC Undeclared

[DLS]

richard long recently just quit the team so another schollie is opened up. not sure if they'll use that to recruit tho.




One player here or there is not a big deal. It's all about developing players and coaching them up. App St's championships are because of that, and so long as Jerry Moore is there, the success will continue.

I think Lamb and Furman are recruiting OK, but the on-field performance isn't there right now...

[Pitbull]

richard long recently just quit the team so another schollie is opened up. not sure if they'll use that to recruit tho.


Why did he quit?

[Reign of Terrier]

I don't have all the info yet, but the latest WCU commit TURNED DOWN Colorado and Missouri and signed with us. NO LIE!!!

Colorado had offered and backed off, but Missouri was after him. Sorry, after the Briggs ERROR, I'm gonna brag a little, even if it is recruiting.

GO CATAMOUNTS!!!

(WILL POST more on this kid as soon as I get it) xthumbsupx

xoopsx xoopsx xoopsx xoopsx

[catamount man]

xoopsx xoopsx xoopsx xoopsx

I will post the kid's info. Stupid me deleted the email that my WCU source hit me.:o

GO CATAMOUNTS!!!

[Reign of Terrier]

I will post the kid's info. Stupid me deleted the email that my WCU source hit me.:o

GO CATAMOUNTS!!!

I think it's safe to say that Wagner is like Ayers coaching at a regular school!:D

[Go Lehigh TU Owl]

A few more Lehigh guys

Mike Colvin QB Morristown, NJ 6'3 215
2* Scout #74 QB Scholarship offers to Buffalo and Akron

Tom Bianchi DE West Caldwell, NJ 6'2 231 4.62/40
2* Rivals Offers Army, Towson, Northeastern, Cornell

Collin Bremer OL 6'5 255 Clarks Summit, PA Abington Heights HS xhurrayx (my HS alma mater)
not sure of offers, kid has quick feet and a frame he can grow into.

[gsu6trophies]

I heard that GSU has already received written commitments from 34 4-star athletes and 19 5-star athletes. Also, Michael Crabtree has decided to transfer to GSU for his Junior season because he "wants to test himself at a higher level."

go **** yourself.

[DLS]

Why did he quit?

i think he just got burnt out.

[catamount man]

I think it's safe to say that Wagner is like Ayers coaching at a regular school!:D

S Willie Kennedy from Gastonia, NC's Ashbrook HS is the kid.

http://colorado.scout.com/a.z?s=148&p=2&c=811835&ssf=1&RequestedURL=http%3a%2f%2fcolorado.scout.com%2f2%2 f811835.html

This is an old article from when he committed to Colorado, but my sources tell me something came up with his transcript and this is the same source that says he is coming to Western Carolina.

GO CATAMOUNTS!!!

[WCU LawCat]

I will post the kid's info. Stupid me deleted the email that my WCU source hit me.:o

GO CATAMOUNTS!!!

The kid is Willie Kennedy out of Ashbrook. 2 star and previously committed to Colorado.

http://missouri.rivals.com/viewprospect.asp?pr_key=81959

[catamount man]

The kid is Willie Kennedy out of Ashbrook. 2 star and previously committed to Colorado.

http://missouri.rivals.com/viewprospect.asp?pr_key=81959

Glad you found a new article somewhat. At least rivals shows him committing to us today over Colorado, Missouri and Marshall.

SWEET!!! xthumbsupxxthumbsupxxthumbsupx

GO CATAMOUNTS!!!

[Casey_Orourke]

Portland State pick up another verbal commitment from another high school QB...

[Casey_Orourke]

Portland State pick up another verbal commitment from another high school QB...

Thurston QB Pearson makes verbal commitment to Portland State ("http://blogs.registerguard.com/cms/index.php/prep-sports/comments/thurston-qb-pearson-makes-verbal-commitment-to-portland-state/#When:00:21:33Z"Thurston QB Pearson makes verbal commitment to Portland State)

[jmuroller]

My little brother is a freshman at JMU. He said he saw DaeQuan Scott and his parents on campus today at lunch. Him and his friends were leaving the lunch hall today and all the coaches sat down at their table when they left. He said he asked one of the players who he was and they said the QB from R.E. Lee. Is there another R.E. Lee out there? Im sure there is.

[PaladinFan]

One player here or there is not a big deal. It's all about developing players and coaching them up. App St's championships are because of that, and so long as Jerry Moore is there, the success will continue.

I think Lamb and Furman are recruiting OK, but the on-field performance isn't there right now...

Still, though, always nice to beat out a big rival for a key player. Do I think it's a power shift? No. Is it a feather in our hat? Yes.

I guess you can't please everyone and make the playoffs every year. Lamb recruits well given tougher restrictions, graduates players at an astronomical rate, and generally wins football games.

[FUwolfpacker]

In addition to the 14 posted earlier, FU got commitments from 2 other people this week...

DE - Aaron Riley, 6-5, 205, Jacksonville, FL; The Bolles School
LB/S - Greg Worthy, 6'1", 195, Griffin, GA; Griffin HS

The others:
QB - Josh Hollingsworth, 6-0, 180, Hamilton, AL; Hamilton HS
RB - Jerodis Williams, 5-10, 185, Prattville, AL; Pratville HS
OL - Dakota Dozier, 6-4, 275, Brookland-Cayce, SC; Brookland-Cayce HS
OL - Ryan Storms, 6-1 250, Sharpsburg, GA; East Coweta HS
OL - John Nenos, 6-6, 300, Tampa, FL; Gaither HS
TE - Kevyn Agudo, 6-4, 210, Covington, GA; Eastside HS
WR - Ryan Culbreath, 6-4, 200, Conyers, GA; Rockdale HS
DE - Josh Lynn, 6-5, 235, Great Falls, SC; Great Falls HS
DL - Neal Rogers, 6-3, 270, Lyons, GA; Toombs County HS
DL - Colton Keig, 6-3, 265, Gainesville, GA; Riverside Military Academy
LB - Matt Solomon, 5-11, 191, Tyrone, GA; Sandy Creek HS
DB - Austin Williams, 5-9, 170, Jacksonville, FL; First Coast HS
DB - Cortez Johnson, 6-0, 185, Snellville, GA; South Gwinnett HS
DB - Derek Murray, 6-3, 190, Atlanta, GA; South Atlanta HS


I think FU is looking to land at least 3-4 more.

[PaladinFan]

My little brother is a freshman at JMU. He said he saw DaeQuan Scott and his parents on campus today at lunch. Him and his friends were leaving the lunch hall today and all the coaches sat down at their table when they left. He said he asked one of the players who he was and they said the QB from R.E. Lee. Is there another R.E. Lee out there? Im sure there is.

In terms of high schools? Lots of Robert E. Lee highs out there.

[PaladinFan]

In addition to the 14 posted earlier, FU got commitments from 2 other people this week...

DE - Aaron Riley, 6-5, 205, Jacksonville, FL; The Bolles School
LB/S - Greg Worthy, 6'1", 195, Griffin, GA; Griffin HS

The others:
QB - Josh Hollingsworth, 6-0, 180, Hamilton, AL; Hamilton HS
RB - Jerodis Williams, 5-10, 185, Prattville, AL; Pratville HS
OL - Dakota Dozier, 6-4, 275, Brookland-Cayce, SC; Brookland-Cayce HS
OL - Ryan Storms, 6-1 250, Sharpsburg, GA; East Coweta HS
OL - John Nenos, 6-6, 300, Tampa, FL; Gaither HS
TE - Kevyn Agudo, 6-4, 210, Covington, GA; Eastside HS
WR - Ryan Culbreath, 6-4, 200, Conyers, GA; Rockdale HS
DE - Josh Lynn, 6-5, 235, Great Falls, SC; Great Falls HS
DL - Neal Rogers, 6-3, 270, Lyons, GA; Toombs County HS
DL - Colton Keig, 6-3, 265, Gainesville, GA; Riverside Military Academy
LB - Matt Solomon, 5-11, 191, Tyrone, GA; Sandy Creek HS
DB - Austin Williams, 5-9, 170, Jacksonville, FL; First Coast HS
DB - Cortez Johnson, 6-0, 185, Snellville, GA; South Gwinnett HS
DB - Derek Murray, 6-3, 190, Atlanta, GA; South Atlanta HS


I think FU is looking to land at least 3-4 more.

Love getting defensive players from Bolles. Those guys play angry.

Any other schools recruit mostly out of state? Interesting to see only two SC prospects. Furman continues their trend of raiding the Atlanta area, but it's nice to still see us landing guys from Florida and Alabama.

[Frosty The Snowbuff]

http://www.shreveporttimes.com/article/20081224/SPORTS/812240356/1001/SPORTS



Only Yale could get a commit like this without a head coach. xlolx

They should have went after his WRs.....

[Casey_Orourke]

Portland State has picked uo two more players.

http://blogs.starbulletin.com/quickreads/?p=38

WR Kalua Noa, who was slated to join University of Hawaii as a grayshirt, doesn’t have a scholarship now and will go to Portland State instead.
and

RB Ben Bowen
(Mt. Whitney HS)
Visalia, CA 5-9/190/4.43 Committed to Portland State

http://hscalifornia.scout.com/a.z?s=153&p=8&c=1&nid=3596583

ScoutTV: Central Cali Prospect Ben Bowen (http://fresnostate.scout.com/2/728302.html)

[813Jag]

Love getting defensive players from Bolles. Those guys play angry.

Any other schools recruit mostly out of state? Interesting to see only two SC prospects. Furman continues their trend of raiding the Atlanta area, but it's nice to still see us landing guys from Florida and Alabama.
Bolles kids are tough and they are winners. You're good to go if you get a Bolles kid or a Madison County kid.

[WOCO]

Wofford might have a scary class this year. I know everyone likes to say that we do more with less but but that is about to change. I don't want to jinx anything by naming names, but we have a good number of commits from people that got FBS offers and a ton of pure athletes which we may have been missing to a degree in the past. We were always a few players away. It looks like they may be here now. From what I understand we have about 23 verbals. Every player that we have offered has said yes.

[catamount man]

Wofford might have a scary class this year. I know everyone likes to say that we do more with less but but that is about to change. I don't want to jinx anything by naming names, but we have a good number of commits from people that got FBS offers and a ton of pure athletes which we may have been missing to a degree in the past. We were always a few players away. It looks like they may be here now.

Sounds like WCU's class as well. WCU has FIVE 2 star commitments so far. xthumbsupx

[fuEMO]

Bolles kids are tough and they are winners. You're good to go if you get a Bolles kid or a Madison County kid.

Riley had firm offer from Ohio and I believe Indiana. The Florida sportswriters seem to think Riley was the best player for Bolles during their Championship run. Still holding out hope that Furman will land a player from STA.

[fuEMO]

Wofford might have a scary class this year. I know everyone likes to say that we do more with less but but that is about to change. I don't want to jinx anything by naming names, but we have a good number of commits from people that got FBS offers and a ton of pure athletes which we may have been missing to a degree in the past. We were always a few players away. It looks like they may be here now. From what I understand we have about 23 verbals. Every player that we have offered has said yes.

It will be interesting to see how Wofford's and Furman's 09 classes develop. Much has been said about who exactly was offered by who. Furman's recruiting strategy is very different than Wofford. I think for Furman it's smart to offer for example 5 players for 3 spots, then you take the first 3 commits. Fuman loses Bennett and LeGrande to Wofford but gets Storms, Nenos, and beats APP out for Dozier at OL. Furman loses on LeGrande but gets Solomon (GA Region 5-AAAA Def POV) and then Worthy commits (rare 2 star with no FBS firm offers).

Still I have to give Furman the edge for the top recruit in the SoCon right now. Josh Hollingsworth (3 Star) ESPN grade 73, ESPN #99 ranked QB. UTC might have a 3 star commit too.

[EagleDawg]

WOCO - Not trying to stir things up but Wofford didn't get a verbal from every player they offered. One who held a written offer, committed to Gardner Webb instead, OL Jeff Harris. There is no doubt about the offer from Wofford, being close to the kid's high school program, I saw the offer sheet with Coach Ayers signature on it. With that said, there can be little doubt that Wofford is going to have the best recruiting class in their history when everything is announced. The Terriers will challenge for the top spot in the SOCON for the next several years IMO. Harris had also received early interest from Furman, Elon, App. State, William & Mary and Coastal Carolina so he was a significant pick-up for the Dawgs.

[Reign of Terrier]

WOCO - Not trying to stir things up but Wofford didn't get a verbal from every player they offered. One who held a written offer, committed to Gardner Webb instead, OL Jeff Harris. There is no doubt about the offer from Wofford, being close to the kid's high school program, I saw the offer sheet with Coach Ayers signature on it. With that said, there can be little doubt that Wofford is going to have the best recruiting class in their history when everything is announced. The Terriers will challenge for the top spot in the SOCON for the next several years IMO. Harris had also received early interest from Furman, Elon, App. State, William & Mary and Coastal Carolina so he was a significant pick-up for the Dawgs.

Trust me, we on terrierfans KNOW about Harris not committing. We're getting commitments from most everyone but him. There's only about 2 (that I know of) that we have seriously gone after that won't/ might not commit, harris being one of them.

[Baldy]

It will be interesting to see how Wofford's and Furman's 09 classes develop. Much has been said about who exactly was offered by who. Furman's recruiting strategy is very different than Wofford. I think for Furman it's smart to offer for example 5 players for 3 spots, then you take the first 3 commits. Fuman loses Bennett and LeGrande to Wofford but gets Storms, Nenos, and beats APP out for Dozier at OL. Furman loses on LeGrande but gets Solomon (GA Region 5-AAAA Def POV) and then Worthy commits (rare 2 star with no FBS firm offers).

Still I have to give Furman the edge for the top recruit in the SoCon right now. Josh Hollingsworth (3 Star) ESPN grade 73, ESPN #99 ranked QB. UTC might have a 3 star commit too.

FYI, GSU has a verbal commitment from Laron Scott, a rivals.com 4 star (3 star on scout) player.

http://footballrecruiting.rivals.com/viewprospect.asp?pr_key=87431&sport=1

[WOCO]

WOCO - Not trying to stir things up but Wofford didn't get a verbal from every player they offered. One who held a written offer, committed to Gardner Webb instead, OL Jeff Harris. There is no doubt about the offer from Wofford, being close to the kid's high school program, I saw the offer sheet with Coach Ayers signature on it. With that said, there can be little doubt that Wofford is going to have the best recruiting class in their history when everything is announced. The Terriers will challenge for the top spot in the SOCON for the next several years IMO. Harris had also received early interest from Furman, Elon, App. State, William & Mary and Coastal Carolina so he was a significant pick-up for the Dawgs.

You are 100% correct. I forgot about him. 23 of 24 aint to shabby though. (I say that wth the caviot that I may still be off by a player or 2 before this is all over) Gotta say too that we have some redshirts that probably could have started last year as true fresmen and are some real athletes.

[Reign of Terrier]

FYI, GSU has a verbal commitment from Laron Scott, a rivals.com 4 star (3 star on scout) player.

http://footballrecruiting.rivals.com/viewprospect.asp?pr_key=87431&sport=1

I saw that before, right now it looks like

A) GSU has the best single-player recruit (but overall I haven't heard much)
B) Wofford and Western are the top 2 overall IMO
C) Even though App doesn't have many schollies left to give and they are going after major talent they need more talent recruiting wise (they need OL)
D) I've seen Furman's recruiting so far and still don't think it's better than Wofford's:)
E) I have heard nothing about Chatty, Samford, The Citadel, or Elon when it comes to recruiting.

[Reign of Terrier]

Sounds like WCU's class as well. WCU has FIVE 2 star commitments so far. xthumbsupx

..and right now Wofford has like 4 (or more) shrine bowl, North-south, and all state players. That is why I think our class will be good as well. When you look at it I think our classes are pretty similar.

[EagleDawg]

WOCO & YoungTerrier - All us Dawgs will take all the talent that you guys didn't find a home for over there in Spartanburg. If the Dawgs were to end up with a roster full of prospects that Wofford had considered or offered then we would could make those Liberty fans and the rest of the Big South foes squirm quite a bit. As it is, we'll have to do it the old fashion way, earn it one recruit at a time, one recruiting class a a time, one win at a time but the Dawgs are a coming my canine friends. The Terriers have done it that way and are now a perennial contender so it's certainly a model to emulate.

[Reign of Terrier]

WOCO & YoungTerrier - All us Dawgs will take all the talent that you guys didn't find a home for over there in Spartanburg. If the Dawgs were to end up with a roster full of prospects that Wofford had considered or offered then we would could make those Liberty fans and the rest of the Big South foes squirm quite a bit. As it is, we'll have to do it the old fashion way, earn it one recruit at a time, one recruiting class a a time, one win at a time but the Dawgs are a coming my canine friends. The Terriers have done it that way and are now a perennial contender so it's certainly a model to emulate.

Yeah so next time we play we don't run a 98 yard+ TD on you!xlolxxlolx:D:Dxsmiley_wixxsmiley_wixxthumbsupx xthumbsupx

[EagleDawg]

Yeah something like that, although the Dawgs aren't the only team you guys have ran all over recently. Play nice now, I am only trying to give the Terriers their full due. You guys are dang good and getting better or so it seems. I got no problems saying I'm hoping the Dawgs can someday perennially contend for our conference championship and earn their way into the playoffs similar to the Terriers recent success. All dogs want to be tossed a bone.

[Reign of Terrier]

Yeah something like that, although the Dawgs aren't the only team you guys have ran all over recently. Play nice now, I am only trying to give the Terriers their full due. You guys are dang good and getting better or so it seems. I got no problems saying I'm hoping the Dawgs can someday perennially contend for our conference championship and earn their way into the playoffs similar to the Terriers recent success. All dogs want to be tossed a bone.

You guys played well this year and playing us so often helped against GT. Maybe the recruits are seeing that some thing special could happen.

[EagleDawg]

The Special Thing, I hope so. I really believe that FCS programs in general are getting better both in talent and depth of talent although with the scholarship differential will never be like the BCS. But parity is getting closer and like the namesake of this site on Any Given Saturday everyone will have a chance.

[WOCO]

WOCO & YoungTerrier - All us Dawgs will take all the talent that you guys didn't find a home for over there in Spartanburg. If the Dawgs were to end up with a roster full of prospects that Wofford had considered or offered then we would could make those Liberty fans and the rest of the Big South foes squirm quite a bit. As it is, we'll have to do it the old fashion way, earn it one recruit at a time, one recruiting class a a time, one win at a time but the Dawgs are a coming my canine friends. The Terriers have done it that way and are now a perennial contender so it's certainly a model to emulate.

The nice thing about it is now the recruits we end up not offering are going to be big time recruits. We are really stepping up our game. I dont know that in the past our recruiting from top to bottom was where it needed to be. Looks like with last year and this year it really is. When we get players at the level of our program, its going to be fun to watch.

[PaladinFan]

Comparing Wofford's and Furman's classes straight up is a waste of time. Wofford runs a different scheme and oftentimes targets a different type of athlete. For example, Wofford isn't going to recruit a tall drop back passer like Furman will, nor will they have use for some of the big OLs we go after.

[WOCO]

Comparing Wofford's and Furman's classes straight up is a waste of time. Wofford runs a different scheme and oftentimes targets a different type of athlete. For example, Wofford isn't going to recruit a tall drop back passer like Furman will, nor will they have use for some of the big OLs we go after.

That is true. The difference is that now, It looks like the quality of player we are recruiting at every position is a lot better than in the past.

[Casey_Orourke]

Portland State has picked uo two more players.

http://blogs.starbulletin.com/quickreads/?p=38

and

RB Ben Bowen
(Mt. Whitney HS)
Visalia, CA 5-9/190/4.43 Committed to Portland State

http://hscalifornia.scout.com/a.z?s=153&p=8&c=1&nid=3596583

ScoutTV: Central Cali Prospect Ben Bowen (http://fresnostate.scout.com/2/728302.html)

Loks like Portland State has pick up another commitment

Mitch Gaulke (6'1" 263 lbs) Offensive Center

http://www.westlinnfootball.org (http://www.westlinnfootball.org/WLHS-Fball/index.htm)

http://oregonpreps.rivals.com/viewprospect.asp?pr_key=85474

[PaladinFan]

That is true. The difference is that now, It looks like the quality of player we are recruiting at every position is a lot better than in the past.

Success will do that for you.

[EagleDawg]

It's being reported on the Rivals network that App. State just picked up a verbal from a 3-Star Safety.

[ericsaid]

App earned a commitment from Troy Sanders today. A three star safety from Chester, SC.

6'1 185, 4.5 40 and had offers from Wisconsin, Buffalo, and SC State.

Also is the 86th ranked safety in the country by rivals.

Apps 4th commitment thus far.

[BDKJMU]

This kid just committed to JMU over UD:
http://maryland.rivals.com/viewprospect.asp?pr_key=65155

[PaladinFan]

App earned a commitment from Troy Sanders today. A three star safety from Chester, SC.

6'1 185, 4.5 40 and had offers from Wisconsin, Buffalo, and SC State.

Also is the 86th ranked safety in the country by rivals.

Apps 4th commitment thus far.

I'm no recruitnik and don't follow terribly much, but App only has four verbal commitments?

[Reign of Terrier]

I'm no recruitnik and don't follow terribly much, but App only has four verbal commitments?

They only have 8 or 9 available scholarships so they are trying to recruit "impact players"


...when in reality I think they need more Offensive lineman (that's what I heard from an App fan).

More power to them though, if they want a future that consists of an inexperienced O-line and no Armanti do bail them out it's fine with mexthumbsupx

[seantaylor]

When the smoke clears, GSU will have the best class in the conference again on paper. Paper is just that. Paper. Whether are coaches are up to the challenge is still up in the air.

[Baldy]

When the smoke clears, GSU will have the best class in the conference again on paper. Paper is just that. Paper. Whether are coaches are up to the challenge is still up in the air.

No, with several players deciding they would rather seek excellence elsewhere and being general dumbasses by not doing what they should, the big question is...will the recruits be up to the challenge?

[Casey_Orourke]

Portland State recruits another linebacker.

Ryan Reardon (6'0" 203lbs) Notre Dame Preparatory (Scottsdale, AZ)

[PhoenixPhan06]

Just saw that CB Ronnie Hardison from Sarasota, FL committed to Elon yesterday. Does anyone know this kid or has anyone seen him play?

Thanks

[Appinator]

Jamill Lott

Athlete
Kannapolis (NC) Brown

Ht: 6-foot-1
Wt: 177 lbs
Forty: 4.56 secs
Bench max: 265 pounds
Squat max: 300 pounds
Vertical: 34 inches
Class: 2009 (High School)

According to our Rivals site, Jamill Lott has committed to ASU. He played QB for the Wonders this past season, but also participated in the Shrine Bowl as a DB.

[Appinator]

Just re-read some posts and realized Lott had been a hot commodity for the west carolina mountain kitties. Sorry about that, whammy.

[ericsaid]

Just re-read some posts and realized Lott had been a hot commodity for the west carolina mountain kitties. Sorry about that, whammy.

He committed to App as a quarterback.

He ran for over a thousand and threw for almost 2,000 yards his senior year.

5th commitment.

[PaladinFan]

Just re-read some posts and realized Lott had been a hot commodity for the west carolina mountain kitties. Sorry about that, whammy.

Press 265 and squats 300? You guys recruiting the intramural leagues now? :)

I'm sure the guy can play. Only joking.

[Appinator]

Press 265 and squats 300? You guys recruiting the intramural leagues now? :)

I'm sure the guy can play. Only joking.

I noticed that too, and I went back and looked up Armanti's max when he was listed on the site and he was up near 370. A 300 squat is pretty poor, but he put up some great passing numbers it looks like.

[Pitbull]

Just saw that CB Ronnie Hardison from Sarasota, FL committed to Elon yesterday. Does anyone know this kid or has anyone seen him play?

Thanks



Check him out on youtube....
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LR5ZfFquAQo&feature=related

[busybee14]

I noticed that too, and I went back and looked up Armanti's max when he was listed on the site and he was up near 370. A 300 squat is pretty poor, but he put up some great passing numbers it looks like.

I am willing to bet Lott never sees the back side of a center.This looked like a sloppy seconds type of QB choice by the App State Coaches.A little last minute Fill the QB spot up so we have somebody Kinda thing.
I dont think he will unseat Pressley.Loosing Satterfield hurt with recruiting.ASU put to many eggs in the Dantin basket.

[EagleDawg]

busybee14 - I think you might just be right in your assessment. To have two major positions of need at QB and OL and to get this late in the recruiting game and take a guy who hasn't been at the top of your board raises several questions. Don't want to take anything away from the kid because he may turn into a really good one but it's odd and they appear to be in potentially a worse spot with the OL. I think fair minded observer would say this is not what they had in mind regarding QB and OL when they started down the trail back in December. They may pull the proverbial rabbit out of the hat yet at those 2 positions. They have done some nice stuff at LB, S and Ath positions so until the signee list is finalized next Wed. the game is still on but they are a bit behind and it's getting late in the 4th qtr.

[busybee14]

eagleDawg,
With satterfield leaving I think it killed all chances of Dantin shunning the fbs teams and sliding into Boone.As for the O line ,I dont get what is going on there either.You all(GSU) signed the Harris kid away from WC and he was supposed to be going to App at one time as well.
All the success of the last few years at ASU was on the back of "smaller" mobile ,hard ass lineman who were lunch pale blue collar trench monsters and it was a great fit with the Speedy backfield and QB.Now they slowly seem to be adding alot more size,Which is great if you got Peyton throwing the ball back there but not if you have a runner.
I dont get it.Like you said maybe they have us all fooled and will unwrap a masterful last minute class,but until they do this ASU fan thinks we have not had close to a great recruiting year .Average at best

[ericsaid]

App picked up another commitment that hasn't been up yet. Andrew Peacock from Durham, NC committed to App as an athlete and passed for 2,200 yards and ran for nearly 700 his senior year.

[ericsaid]

busybee14 - I think you might just be right in your assessment. To have two major positions of need at QB and OL and to get this late in the recruiting game and take a guy who hasn't been at the top of your board raises several questions. Don't want to take anything away from the kid because he may turn into a really good one but it's odd and they appear to be in potentially a worse spot with the OL. I think fair minded observer would say this is not what they had in mind regarding QB and OL when they started down the trail back in December. They may pull the proverbial rabbit out of the hat yet at those 2 positions. They have done some nice stuff at LB, S and Ath positions so until the signee list is finalized next Wed. the game is still on but they are a bit behind and it's getting late in the 4th qtr.

And who are you to say that you know that Lott wasn't near the top of their board? No one outside of the coaching staff and people who help recruit can possibly know what their recruiting board looks like.

They have a three star DB commitment, and a two star athlete who runs a 4.33 40 with it being reported to have been as high as 4.28. This coming from the coaches at Iowa State over the summer.

They only had 9 scholarships originally to work with and now with 11. They had to be picky and it should be expected for commitments to just now start rolling in.xnonono2xxnonono2xxnonono2x

[FUwolfpacker]

Furman apparently got a commitment from a DE from Kentucky which brings the total to 17.

DE – Rashaun Phillips
Bardstown HS (KY)
6’3”, 230 lbs
-played FB/RB, DE, & LB for high school

From what I've been told/heard, FU is looking to bring in 20-22 recruits this year. So there could still be 3-5 commits still to come.

[EagleDawg]

ericsaid - chill bro, it was just an opinion. There has been no mention of Lott prior to this weekend and no offer extended to him until just recently apparently. You are correct in saying that no one but the coaching staff knows who is/was at the top of their board. But if you believe anything, know that Dantin was the kid at the top of their board. Jerry Moore has better things to do than go to Florida, speak with a kid who's a 2-star and offer him if he's not the one at the top of the board. ASU needs to be picky and no doubt they are doing just that. However, don't confuse picky with the lack of success to date to get a single OL commitment which has been stated by Coach Moore no less as a position of critical need. ASU has lost both Dozier and apparently Boyd and Martin and Schmalhofer didn't commit after there visit so that has to be a concern. These kids know what ASU is about and after the visit if they are still not certain and ready to commit with only a week to go, then I would be concerned. That's just me. Maybe they will close with a bang. If not ASU will still be one of the main teams to beat. For the first time in 4 years though, ASU will be like one of 124 other FCS teams trying to dethrone a champion instead of defending a championship. Great program, great team yes, invincible, no!

[busybee14]

And who are you to say that you know that Lott wasn't near the top of their board? No one outside of the coaching staff and people who help recruit can possibly know what their recruiting board looks like.

They have a three star DB commitment, and a two star athlete who runs a 4.33 40 with it being reported to have been as high as 4.28. This coming from the coaches at Iowa State over the summer.

They only had 9 scholarships originally to work with and now with 11. They had to be picky and it should be expected for commitments to just now start rolling in.xnonono2xxnonono2xxnonono2x

Eric,much like Eagledawg I also follow what has been reported and that info and personal gut feeling are the only thing I am basing my assesment of the ASU 2009 recruiting class on.For 6 months I have read about Dantin and a few others and have not once until this week have heard Lotts name mentioned.My point is this winter seems a little "off" for the mountaineers.Yes they are still a dominant force and a well coached team,I just dont think it has been as eye popping as years past.Furman,Wofford and GSU seem to be really doing well and in comparison we sem a little flat.
For the record it is my experience if a kid is running a 4.28 he is not leaving the track he was running on without a big offer from the host school,even if the kid cant catch a ball or tie his shoes.

[ericsaid]

That gives to players with for sure 4.3 speed though which is aweful exciting, good quarterback or not.

The o-line does need a lot of help though. They were overpowered a lot last season and the coaches still recruit the same size guys which doesn't make much sense to me.

Picky picky picky.

[catamount man]

Just re-read some posts and realized Lott had been a hot commodity for the west carolina mountain kitties. Sorry about that, whammy.

Never heard of him until now. Funny. xeyebrowx;)

GO CATAMOUNTS!!!

[DaBigBlue]

"Carvin Powell, a strong safety from Chesapeake's Great Bridge High and the younger brother of NFL defensive tackle Carlton Powell, committed Monday night to sign with Old Dominion."

"I saw some guys give up some big-time offers from I-A schools because they see the start of something special at ODU," Powell said. "I thought maybe I should do the same."

http://hamptonroads.com/2009/01/great-bridges-powell-decides-its-odu

[CatFan22]

Updated recruits for MSU:

David Abercrombie 6'4" 255lb OL Rockwall, TX
Brad Daly 6'2" 205lb DE Helena, MT
Shonquille Dorsey 6-1 240 DL Dallas, TX
Joel Fuller 6'1" 185lb S Libby, MT
Preston Gale 6'3" 245lb DE Forney, TX
Everett Gilbert 5'10" 175lb WR/CB Rockwall, TX
Darius Jones 5'11" 170lb WR/CB Rockwall, TX
Zach Minter 6'2" 260lb DL Phoenix, AZ
Jace Muri 5'10" 170lb WR/CB Billings, MT
Chris Wilson 6'0" 170lb WR/CB Great Falls, MT
*Denarius McGhee 6'0" 192lb QB Euless, TX

*McGhee QBed Trinity high to a #1 Texas state 5A ranking most of the year and they were ranked #1 in the national high school poll during the season. Trinity finished #11 in the USA Today Super 25 national high school poll. McGhee completed 62 percent of his passes this year, throwing for 2,344 yards and 17 touchdowns. Couldn't find the stats but he also rushed for quite a bit.
http://pictopia.com/perl/get_image?provider_id=841&size=550x550_mb&ptp_photo_id=7013921

[Papa Bear Helena]

Updated recruits for MSU:

David Abercrombie 6'4" 255lb OL Rockwall, TX
Brad Daly 6'2" 205lb DE Helena, MT
Shonquille Dorsey 6-1 240 DL Dallas, TX
Joel Fuller 6'1" 185lb S Libby, MT
Preston Gale 6'3" 245lb DE Forney, TX
Everett Gilbert 5'10" 175lb WR/CB Rockwall, TX
Darius Jones 5'11" 170lb WR/CB Rockwall, TX
Zach Minter 6'2" 260lb DL Phoenix, AZ
Jace Muri 5'10" 170lb WR/CB Billings, MT
Chris Wilson 6'0" 170lb WR/CB Great Falls, MT
*Denarius McGhee 6'0" 192lb QB Euless, TX

*McGhee QBed Trinity high to a #1 Texas state 5A ranking most of the year and they were ranked #1 in the national high school poll during the season. Trinity finished #11 in the USA Today Super 25 national high school poll. McGhee completed 62 percent of his passes this year, throwing for 2,344 yards and 17 touchdowns. Couldn't find the stats but he also rushed for quite a bit.
http://pictopia.com/perl/get_image?provider_id=841&size=550x550_mb&ptp_photo_id=7013921



That's a lot of Lone Star staters. And McGhee seems like quite a catch. Impressive

[seantaylor]

No, with several players deciding they would rather seek excellence elsewhere and being general dumbasses by not doing what they should, the big question is...will the recruits be up to the challenge?

Chicken or the egg here. Who is recruiting these said players? Even with the guys kicked off, I would still say GSU had the best recruiting class in the conference. Agree?

[Tribe4SF]

W&M has added a commitment from Matt Crisafi, 6'5" 302 OL from Blessed Trinity in Rosswell, GA. Chose the Tribe over offers from Tulane, Miami of Ohio, Middle Tennessee, Delaware, Furman and Stanford.

[Pitbull]

SCSU picks up several more commitments after recruiting weekend

SCSU picks up several more commitments after recruiting weekend clap nod
By THOMAS GRANT JR., T&D Senior Sports Writer
Tuesday, January 27, 2009


By this time in January, middle linebacker Milton Patterson was hoping to starting counting the days before he signed with Mississippi State.

The 5-11, 244-pound middle linebacker out of Benjamin E. Banneker High School in College Park, Ga. was offered by the Southeastern Conference school back in June. Instead of making a quick verbal commitment, Patterson waited for other schools and Mississippi State subsequently pulled their offer from the table after filling up at that position.

“I couldn’t believe it,” Patterson told the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. “I thought it was the end.”

A closing of one door, however, led to an opening with another Bulldog program. This past weekend, Patterson accepted a scholarship offer to play at South Carolina State.

Patterson was one of 10 prospects who committed to the Bulldogs following a second weekend of visits to the Orangeburg campus. Another Peach State recruit who was also offered by a Division I program prior to committing with S.C. State was tight end Trent Barnes (6-3, 242) of Dublin High School in Dublin, Ga.

The brother of North Carolina State linebacker Thomas Barnes, the two-sport athlete originally committed to South Florida. Rounding out the list of Georgia recruits were defensive end Marquis Lovett (6-3, 240) of Norcross High School and defensive tackle Malcolm Reed (6-4, 250) of Fayette County High School, in Fayetteville, Ga.

The list of Palmetto State verbal commitments gained this weekend include a pair of state champions, a Shrine Bowl selection and a 2008 All-T&D Region second team selection:

- QB Richard Que (6-2, 190 lbs.) of Wilson - He threw for 1,410 yards on 81 of 169 passing and 12 touchdowns and rushed for 577 yards and five TDs as a senior. As a junior, he led the Tigers to the state Class 3-A football title.

- DB Pat Burris (5-11, 180 lbs.) of South Pointe High School - He had

31 tackles and three INTs for the undefeated state Class 4-A Division II champion Stallions.

- OL William Kirkland (6-5, 280) of Lancaster -- Kirkland was a Shrine Bowl selection.

- OL Thomas Hart (6-5, 290 ) of Orangeburg-Wilkinson - A 2008 T&D All-Area second-team selection who graded out at 90 percent on the season.

- DE Tyran Melvin (6-2, 240) of Hutchinson Community College in Kansas. The former Conway standout had received offers from the University of Ohio and Arizona.

- WR Marcus Lloyd (6-3, 185) of Manning - Amassed more than 1,700 receiving yards the past two seasons.

The list of verbal commitments for S.C. State heading into National Signing Day on Feb. 4 is currently at 24, with other potential recruits like Timberland running back Rockarius King still mulling offers.

[PaladinFan]

Chicken or the egg here. Who is recruiting these said players? Even with the guys kicked off, I would still say GSU had the best recruiting class in the conference. Agree?

Like I said last year. Notre Dame has a top 5 recruiting class every year and has been getting the doors blown off. Sure, a good class on paper creates excitement, but no one knows until these guys hit the field.

Some of the best players in this league have been guys that were not the biggest name recruits. See: Jayson Foster, Jerome Felton.

[asknoquarter21]

Like I said last year. Notre Dame has a top 5 recruiting class every year and has been getting the doors blown off. Sure, a good class on paper creates excitement, but no one knows until these guys hit the field.

Some of the best players in this league have been guys that were not the biggest name recruits. See: Jayson Foster, Jerome Felton.

Armanti Edwards certainly wasn't App's top recruit that year

[Canyoncat]

For Montana State, you can add:

Killian Fitzpatrick OL 6-8 260 out of Beaverton OR. His father James played OT at USC and was the 13th pick of the Chargers. Looks like we are having a fine class put together by coach Ash and company. Granted it is on paper. You just never know with kids.

http://www.bozemandailychronicle.com/articles/2009/01/27/bobcats/football/000verbals.txt

GO CATS!!

[Appinator]

From what I remember, App had 9 schollies up for recruits this year. As of today, we have 8 strong verbals:

Name Pos Ht/Wt Stars Rank
Zac Baker LB 6-2/214 0 NR
Michael Frazier LB 6-0/205 0 NR
Brandon Grier LB 6-2/210 0 NR
Jamal Jackson QB 6-4/180 2 NR
Jamill Lott ATH 6-1/177 0 NR
Troy Sanders DB 6-1/175 3 86
Quin Thornton ATH 5-8/175 2 NR
Tony Washington ATH 5-11/175 0 NR

http://appalachianstate.rivals.com/

[ericsaid]

From Jamal Jacksons tapes he is a beast and i mean beast of a quarterback great arm and adequate speed. He will be a huge player I believe and from the highlights i've seen maybe the best pick up yet for App.

He seems like a taller more filled out Richie Williams. Should be interesting.

[ericsaid]

From what I remember, App had 9 schollies up for recruits this year. As of today, we have 8 strong verbals:

Name Pos Ht/Wt Stars Rank
Zac Baker LB 6-2/214 0 NR
Michael Frazier LB 6-0/205 0 NR
Brandon Grier LB 6-2/210 0 NR
Jamal Jackson QB 6-4/180 2 NR
Jamill Lott ATH 6-1/177 0 NR
Troy Sanders DB 6-1/175 3 86
Quin Thornton ATH 5-8/175 2 NR
Tony Washington ATH 5-11/175 0 NR

http://appalachianstate.rivals.com/

There are 11 now because Richard Long quit and somehow another one opened up.

[catamount man]

Another stud verbally committed to the Catamounts. D.J. McClendon, WR from perennial NC 1-A powerhouse Thomasville High School.

xthumbsupxxthumbsupxxthumbsupx

http://www.thomasvilletimes.net/sports.shtml

GO CATAMOUNTS!!!

[FUwolfpacker]

Furman's list continues to grow...

http://www.goupstate.com/article/20090127/PSPORTS02/901270240/-1/psports

Furman Adds To Its Commitment List
By Phil Kornblut

Furman has picked up eight more commitments for it's football recruiting class. The latest commitments for the Paladins are:

DE Aaron Riley 6-5 220 Jacksonville, FL
DB Cade Warren 6-0 180 Ponte Vedra, FL
DB Greg Worthy 6-2 190 Griffin, GA
WR Richard Feacher 5-11 190 Atlanta
WR Rivers Towns 6-2 190 Christ Church
DE Rashaun phillips 6-3 235 Bardstown, KY
LB Tim Lawrence 6-0 195 Stockbridge, GA
QB Tony Caldwell 6-1 200 Ellenwood, GA

Rumor is Furman has also landed a transfer from MTSU. Starting fullback Jacob Longoria, 6'2", 227 lbs. He was a walk-on out of HS and saw a good amount of playing time his first 2 years. He'll have 3 years to play 2 I think.


Also saw where Byrnes OL Jamie Dunaway committed to Gardner Webb (former committed to PC but changed once Bently left).

[Tribe4SF]

W&M has added a commitment from T.K. Hester, 5'11" 180 CB from Varina, VA. Hester chose the Tribe over offers from Temple, Buffalo, Richmond, Old Dominion, Morgan State and Columbia. He plans a double major at W&M in economics and law.

[PaladinFan]

Furman's list continues to grow...

http://www.goupstate.com/article/20090127/PSPORTS02/901270240/-1/psports

Furman Adds To Its Commitment List
By Phil Kornblut

Furman has picked up eight more commitments for it's football recruiting class. The latest commitments for the Paladins are:

DE Aaron Riley 6-5 220 Jacksonville, FL
DB Cade Warren 6-0 180 Ponte Vedra, FL
DB Greg Worthy 6-2 190 Griffin, GA
WR Richard Feacher 5-11 190 Atlanta
WR Rivers Towns 6-2 190 Christ Church
DE Rashaun phillips 6-3 235 Bardstown, KY
LB Tim Lawrence 6-0 195 Stockbridge, GA
QB Tony Caldwell 6-1 200 Ellenwood, GA

Rumor is Furman has also landed a transfer from MTSU. Starting fullback Jacob Longoria, 6'2", 227 lbs. He was a walk-on out of HS and saw a good amount of playing time his first 2 years. He'll have 3 years to play 2 I think.


Also saw where Byrnes OL Jamie Dunaway committed to Gardner Webb (former committed to PC but changed once Bently left).

Lordy bagordy. What's that, like 25 now?

[FUwolfpacker]

Lordy bagordy. What's that, like 25 now?

Not yet, but it could be 25 by signing day (I'm not even kidding). FWIW, I believe only 3 of those guys are walk-ons/very little athletic scholarship money.

I think Furman has been able to take so many guys b/c they're targeting players who are able to get some academic scholarship money too. That way they can split up more of the scholarships.

[sfjackster]

SDSU Jacks updated list

Verbal Commitments:
R.K. Kilgore - LB/S - Cottage Grove, MN
Alex Parker - OL - Brookings, SD
Trevor Tiefenthaler - WR - Sioux Central HS, IA
Eric Koehlmoos - S - Pierce HS, NE
Jake Weiss - LB - Roosevelt HS, Sioux Falls, SD
Chase Douglas - OL - Brandon Valley HS, Brandon, SD
Bryan Witzmann - OL - Somerset, WI
Josh Kage - OL - Papillion-LaVista HS, NE
Doug Peete - LB - Olathe North HS, Olathe, KS
Pat Brown - CB/R - Bettendorf, IA
Vince Benedetto - TE - Crystal Lake South HS, Illinois
Walker Woods - RB - Waukee, IA

Transfers:
Mike Whittier - QB - Webster Groves HS, MO/Air Force
Lee Mondol - QB - Ventura, CA, Ventura College /Michigan

[PaladinFan]

Not yet, but it could be 25 by signing day (I'm not even kidding). FWIW, I believe only 3 of those guys are walk-ons/very little athletic scholarship money.

I think Furman has been able to take so many guys b/c they're targeting players who are able to get some academic scholarship money too. That way they can split up more of the scholarships.

Why is Longoria transferring?

[FUwolfpacker]

This is what FU's class looks like to date. I think we're waiting on one more guy which would give us 25 total with 3 "walk-ons."

QB – Josh Hollingsworth
QB/ATH – Anthony “Tony” Caldwell
RB – Jerodis Williams
WR – Ryan Culbreath
WR – Richard Feacher
WR – Rivers Townes
TE – Kevyn Agudo
OL – Ryan Storms
OL – Dakota Dozier
OL – John Nenos
DE – Josh Lynn
DE – Aaron Riley
DE – Rashaun Phillips
DE – Ricky Lang
DT – Colton Keig
DT – Neal Rodgers
LB – Greg Worthy
LB – Matt Solomon
LB – Tim Lawrence
DB – Cortez Johnson
DB – Austin Williams
DB – Derek Murray
DB – Cade Warren
TR – Jacob Longoria

[GoWildcats789]

UNH's list so far..

Chris Beranger - HB/S - Winthop, MA
Seamus O'Neill - OG - Manchester, NH
Cody Muller - DE - Souderton, PA
Nick Schmalhofer - DE/OL - Lancaster, PA
Jay Colbert - DE - Langhorne, PA
Kevin Gangelhoff - LB - Denmark/Kimball Union Academy

[813Jag]

Elon picks up another commitment from Armwood (Seffner, FL) RB Matt Eastman (http://blogs.tampabay.com/preps/2009/01/armwoods-matt-e.html). He played more of a fullback role for the team, so his numbers don't look impressive. Tough, hard nosed kid.

[DLS]

There are 11 now because Richard Long quit and somehow another one opened up.

does it bother anyone else that we have no OL commits?

the position of most need.

[PhoenixPhan06]

Elon picks up another commitment from Armwood (Seffner, FL) RB Matt Eastman (http://blogs.tampabay.com/preps/2009/01/armwoods-matt-e.html). He played more of a fullback role for the team, so his numbers don't look impressive. Tough, hard nosed kid.

Nice, I'm sure he'll fill Tim Applegate's role right away

[813Jag]

Nice, I'm sure he'll fill Tim Applegate's role right away
Armwood players are well coached, winners (always in the final 8) and play assignments well.

[PhoenixPhan06]

Armwood players are well coached, winners (always in the final 8) and play assignments well.

Thats the conclusion I came to after looking into things a bit. I saw that this year's team has the most scholarship offers in school history. They must have been a fun group to watch as I'm sure they handed out a beat down or two!

[813Jag]

Thats the conclusion I came to after looking into things a bit. I saw that this year's team has the most scholarship offers in school history. They must have been a fun group to watch as I'm sure they handed out a beat down or two!
They're fun to watch if you're not in the same district. You always fight for second. xlolx
Class of 09:
Regional Final in 2008
State Semi-Final in 2007
Regional Final in 2006
State Final in 2005

[PhoenixPhan06]

They're fun to watch if you're not in the same district. You always fight for second. xlolx
Class of 09:
Regional Final in 2008
State Semi-Final in 2007
Regional Final in 2006
State Final in 2005

Thats a whole lotta winnin right there! Our coaching staff has found a lot of talent in that area over the past few seasons and its a safe bet that they'll continue making those recruiting trips with those types of players up for grabs.

[EagleDawg]

GoWildCats789 - Are you able to source the Nick Schmalhofer commitment to UNH via a newspaper report or is it just football sources? I heard that App. State really wanted this kid and that he was initially leaning to ASU after his Official Visit there two weekends ago. Must have had a change of heart.xbawlingx

[Touchdown Yosef]

does it bother anyone else that we have no OL commits?

the position of most need.

It really bothers me! I can't understand this but its not over yet. I was honestly expecting that if we took a transfer at any position it would be o-line. I'm a little confused by this move to say the least.

[PaladinFan]

It really bothers me! I can't understand this but its not over yet. I was honestly expecting that if we took a transfer at any position it would be o-line. I'm a little confused by this move to say the least.

It doesn't seem as though it is due to a lack of targeting them. Sometimes they just go elsewhere.

[DLS]

curse you furman for taking dozier and unh for schwalhofer.

a plague on both your houses.

[EagleDawg]

original post deleted, wrong Johnson

[catamount man]

2009 Commitment List

http://rivals100.rivals.com/commitlist.asp?Year=2009&School=200

Western Carolina 2009 Football Commitments (16)

COMMITTED/NOT YET SIGNED Pos Ht Wt
Gil Broadway OL 6-5 262 5.09 - Washington, NC
Rudy Cabral LB 6-1 240 - - Fairview, NC
Rashawn Grates WR 5-8 160 - - Tabor City, NC
Matt Hastings OL 6-3 240 - - Connelly Springs, NC
Richard Hughes DB 6-0 185 - - Decatur, GA
Nicholas James WR 6-0 175 425 - Winston Salem, NC
Brian Johnson DE 6-2 217 4.59 5.0 Charlotte, NC
Michael Johnson RB 5-10 189 4.48 5.2 Decatur, GA
Eliger Martinez DB 5-8 165 - - Cartersville, GA
Jacoby Mitchell WR 6-1 180 4.5 5.2 Decatur, GA
Boom Boom Murray DT 6-3 265 - - Shelby, NC
Randy Pressley ATH 6-2 195 - - Weaverville, NC
Buddy Robinson DT 6-1 260 - - Bostic, NC
Ryder Sloan LB 6-1 212 4.6 5.2 Folkston, GA
JaQuayvin Smalls DB 5-11 180 4.5 5.4 Milledgeville, GA
Nathaniel Stephenson LB 6-2 205 - - Jacksonville, FL

We lost Hughes. He decommitted and will likely sign with Jackson State. Oh well, can't get them all. Rumors of a BIG SEC transfer coming to Cullowhee. Will post more when I know more.

GO CATAMOUNTS!!!

[GoWildcats789]

GoWildCats789 - Are you able to source the Nick Schmalhofer commitment to UNH via a newspaper report or is it just football sources? I heard that App. State really wanted this kid and that he was initially leaning to ASU after his Official Visit there two weekends ago. Must have had a change of heart.xbawlingx

Yeah I guess he chose UNH over App. State.

http://unionleader.com/blogs/wildcats/

Nick Schmalhofer, an offensive/defensive lineman from Lancaster (Pa.) Catholic High School is headed to Durham to play football for UNH. Schmalhofer is 6-4 and 240 pounds and said tonight that he thinks the Wildcat coaches are leaning toward using him on the offensive line. . . . He called in last night and told the UNH folks that he wanted to accept the scholarship that had been offered to him. . . . Schmalhofer had narrowed his choices down to UNH, Appalachian State, Eastern Michigan and Stony Brook. He took official visits to all four schools within the last two weeks and said UNH quickly emerged as his clear-cut favorite. . . . Schmalhofer plans to sign an official letter of intent to accept a scholarship when the signing period opens next Wednesday, Feb. 4. . . . “He’s got good size and quickness and a nice wing span,” said Lancaster Catholic coach Bruce Harbach. “I don’t think he’s done growing yet and he’s almost 6-5.”

[Baldy]

GSU got a verbal commitment from Brent Osborne, QB at Valley High in Valley, AL. He is ranked as the #135 QB in the nation by scout.com

http://recruiting.scout.com/a.z?s=73&p=8&c=1&nid=3562350

[PaladinFan]

curse you furman for taking dozier and unh for schwalhofer.

a plague on both your houses.

Are you mad he's going to Furman, or mad that you lost the ability to pull for an offensive lineman with the name Dozier?

[introvertedGSUfan]

GSU got a verbal commitment from Brent Osborne, QB at Valley High in Valley, AL. He is ranked as the #135 QB in the nation by scout.com

http://recruiting.scout.com/a.z?s=73&p=8&c=1&nid=3562350

Did Billy Lowe leave the team after being injured last year?

[Baldy]

Did Billy Lowe leave the team after being injured last year?

No, as a matter of fact (according to his dad anyway ;) ) he has gotten an all clear by his doctors and is back on the team. xthumbsupx

[introvertedGSUfan]

No, as a matter of fact (according to his dad anyway ;) ) he has gotten an all clear by his doctors and is back on the team. xthumbsupx

Awesome, but that means we'll have Henton for another 2 years, Chappel for another 3, and Billy for another 3 then, right? I wonder if this guy will get any playing time with this much talent.

[busybee14]

Awesome, but that means we'll have Henton for another 2 years, Chappel for another 3, and Billy for another 3 then, right? I wonder if this guy will get any playing time with this much talent.

Not right away.If you are coming in as a QB his best bet is to take the red shirt.
The 2010 class will have a little better shot as they will arrive Hentons senoir year,leaving Billy and Chapple fighting it out as juniors.Not as long of a wait.
Can Osbourne move?

[Tribe4SF]

W&M so far.


QB Brent Caprio- 6'3" 215 Mainland Regional, NJ **
OL Matt Crisafi- 6'5" 302 Blessed Trinity, Rosswell, GA **
OL Trevor Springman- 6'4" 270 Stone Bridge, Ashburn, VA
OL Jason Faiple- 6'4" 265 Cathedral Prep, Erie, PA
DE Brian Stinnie- 6'5" 250 St. Annes-Bellfield, Charlottesville, VA **
DE Sam Johnson- 6'2" 240 Courtland, VA **
OLB Paul Amakihe- 6'3" 200 Freehold Township, NJ
CB T.K. Hester- 5'11" 180 Varina, VA **

Expect no more than two additional.

[Maroon&White]

Brown is getting a QB

Pat Donnelly, 6-3 185lb - played at Longmeadow HS in MA and Phillips Exeter. Went 37-0 at Longmeadow and winning three WMass/CMass Superbowls. 6-3 at Phillips Exeter this past fall.

http://www.masslive.com/sports/index.ssf/2009/01/pat_donnelly_a_star_quarterbac.html?category=Colle ge%20Sports&category=High%20School%20Football&category=Local%20Spotlight

http://www.masslive.com/sports/index.ssf/2008/07/longmeadow_high_schools_pat_do.html

http://blog.masslive.com/schoolscene/2008/02/longmeadows_donnelly_wins_bert.html

[straightshooter]

Two more reported for GSU:

** WR Brandon Nolley - Georgia Military - 6'1", 214, 4.45

OT Taylor Johnstone - Chapel Hill HS - Douglasville, GA -6'5", 305

[seantaylor]

Couple of other guys that have committed but are not being reported as of yet. Big time players. This class could surpass last year's class, which I didn't think would be possible. Hatch is a great recruiter. I will give him that much.

[DLS]

app picks up rodger walker and i dont think they intend to use him at OT since he's sitting at 6'0 160.

oh yea, and we lost another OL target to liberty.

[Eaglesrus]

Awesome, but that means we'll have Henton for another 2 years, Chappel for another 3, and Billy for another 3 then, right? I wonder if this guy will get any playing time with this much talent.


Not right away.If you are coming in as a QB his best bet is to take the red shirt.
The 2010 class will have a little better shot as they will arrive Hentons senoir year,leaving Billy and Chapple fighting it out as juniors.Not as long of a wait.
Can Osbourne move?

BB14, if you were referencing Billy Lowe (as introvertedgsufan appeared to me to be) he already redshirted a year elsewhere, played a year for us and was out last year with an injury, so there's not a red shirt year for him to take. I guess maybe y'all were both talking about Brent Osborne, though. Anyway, I'm thinking that the competition between Lowe, Henton and Chapple is going to be something to see!

[busybee14]

BB14, if you were referencing Billy Lowe (as introvertedgsufan appeared to me to be) he already redshirted a year elsewhere, played a year for us and was out last year with an injury, so there's not a red shirt year for him to take. I guess maybe y'all were both talking about Brent Osborne, though. Anyway, I'm thinking that the competition between Lowe, Henton and Chapple is going to be something to see!
I was talking about Osbourne.I think Chapple will end up on top.
Mark my words GSU and WC will Represent the Socon this year.Both have done great things in the offseason.