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re: Class of 2015 Recruiting MEGATHREAD - Twilight Edition
Posted on 8/2/14 at 12:37 am to mattloc
Posted on 8/2/14 at 12:37 am to mattloc
Williams flipped due to his father, he would've stayed if it wasn't for that.
Bessent and Roberts both flipped to Auburn which turned out to be a blessing in disguise
Talamaivo was a flip to an in-state school after Kiffin got merked.
Whitley was another flip to a CA school
I don't remember the circumstances regarding Bessent and Roberts but IIRC, it was clear they were flipping. I don't think any of them committed early to "hold a spot" but were probably flipped for depth, early playtime, etc. Wouldn't surprise me if UCLA basically just threw women at Whitley. Think of it like a college decision for academics, you're going to flip between schools every few weeks after visits. One of the main reasons I don't support an early signing period is because i'd rather recruits have the longest amount of time to make their decision. Getting locked in then seeing a different place that makes you feel like no other would be a terrible position to be in.
Bessent and Roberts both flipped to Auburn which turned out to be a blessing in disguise
Talamaivo was a flip to an in-state school after Kiffin got merked.
Whitley was another flip to a CA school
I don't remember the circumstances regarding Bessent and Roberts but IIRC, it was clear they were flipping. I don't think any of them committed early to "hold a spot" but were probably flipped for depth, early playtime, etc. Wouldn't surprise me if UCLA basically just threw women at Whitley. Think of it like a college decision for academics, you're going to flip between schools every few weeks after visits. One of the main reasons I don't support an early signing period is because i'd rather recruits have the longest amount of time to make their decision. Getting locked in then seeing a different place that makes you feel like no other would be a terrible position to be in.
This post was edited on 8/2/14 at 12:39 am
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Posted on 8/2/14 at 7:05 am to UhOhOreo
Viane Talamaivao had also never visited UA if I remember when he committed and his cousin or good friend Mama went with him.
Whitley several factors played into his recruitment. One he always liked UCLA. Two his life long best friend committed to them. Three Kamara did not help with his negative comments while Whitley was visiting.
Whitley several factors played into his recruitment. One he always liked UCLA. Two his life long best friend committed to them. Three Kamara did not help with his negative comments while Whitley was visiting.
This post was edited on 8/2/14 at 7:09 am
Posted on 8/2/14 at 10:34 am to UhOhOreo
Roberts flipped because his best friend committed to Auburn and grew up a fan as well. Hated the flip at the time, but turned out well.
Bessent was negatively recruited by "schools". He was quoted saying that coaches told him he was too small for Bama's system. I'd go find it if I remembered if it were 247 or Rivals that had it. Chris Williams was a huge part of his initial commitment.
Bessent was negatively recruited by "schools". He was quoted saying that coaches told him he was too small for Bama's system. I'd go find it if I remembered if it were 247 or Rivals that had it. Chris Williams was a huge part of his initial commitment.
This post was edited on 8/2/14 at 10:35 am
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