What’s the point of giving stars and ranking recruiting classes? by Andy Hilton, recruit757 Every year, we go through a cycle of players being graded by national services. Enthusiastic college football fans get excited over the haul of prospects their school gets in each recruiting class, and recruiting classes are compared, school vs. school. You’d…
Devon Hunter announces his commitment to VT (Photo: Andy Hilton/recruit757) The Hokies land a prized recruit in Devon Hunter by Andy Hilton, recruit757 This night was practically four years in the making. As a freshman, Devon Hunter was a standout for the Indian River Braves. Hunter returned kicks and punts, played defensive back, played a…
Down to six schools, Devon Hunter ready to announce by Andy Hilton, recruit757 The college hunt is almost over for Indian River senior Devon Hunter (SR WR/DB 6-1 215). He’s been a hot prospect since his freshman year and he’s taken his time to mull his options and enjoy his recruitment. Tonight, Hunter will make…
Thomas Dale RB Chris Tyree Picks Up UVA Offer by Brandon Mitchell, recruit757 Chris Tyree has been one of the Knights most interesting products to date. The Thomas Dale product picked up his third offer on November 29 from Duke University. On November 29 Tyree, only a freshman, held more offers than most seniors hold…
#60 Highland Springs DE Aaron Motley (Photo: Sam Mizelle/recruit804) Howard Extends An Offer To Highland Springs DE Aaron Motley by Brandon Mitchell, recruit804 Aaron Motley was a tremendous defensive force heading into the regular season for Coach Loren Johnson and Highland Springs. He’s topped off his career picking two consecutive All-Metro selections and he wraps…
James Madison Head Coach Mike Houston (Photo by Andy Hilton/recruit757) Winning has benefits for Mike Houston by Andy Hilton, recruit757 On Thursday, James Madison Univerity Director of Athletics Jeff Bourne announced the signing of a restructured contract for coach Mike Houston. Winning 14 out of 15 games, beating every FCS opponent and winning the National…
Thomas Jefferson HC Chris Mitchell Resigns Leaving Post Vacant by Brandon Mitchell, recruit804 Chad Hornik assumed control over the Thomas Jefferson football program in 2012. Over the course of his tenure at Thomas Jefferson, Hornik finished with a record of 9-32. It’s easy not be enamored with a win total of nine games over the…
Oscar Smith QB Shon Mitchell (Photo: Joe Barnes/recruit757) Shon Mitchell is enrolled for the Spring semester by Andy Hilton, recruit757 It’s official. Oscar Smith quarterback Shon Mitchell has signed with the Tribe. Mitchell has finished his work at Oscar Smith High School and has enrolled for the Spring semester at William and Mary. He is…
2017 Senior Showcase (Photo: Mary Ann Magnant/recruit757) Monday was the day for Uncommitted Seniors to earn a college scholarship by Jay Parchman, recruit757 At Bishop Sullivan Catholic High School on Martin Luther King Day, it was chilly, but there is no off-season in football. National Signing Day is February 1. That’s just 15 days away.…
Highland Springs OT Mekhi Becton (Photo courtesy of Jerome Becton) Highland Springs OL Mekhi Becton Storms Louisville by Brandon Mitchell, recruit804 The high from Highland Springs knocking off Stone Bridge for their second consecutive 5A State Championship has finally started to wear off. As soon as the blaze started to wither, starting offensive lineman decided…