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Posted on 6/12/12 at 1:23 pm to Sandkhan
Posted on 6/12/12 at 1:23 pm to Sandkhan
quote:Woww...great info! I enjoy reading stuff like that....hopefully they're mostly true.
Here is something someone posted in a facebook message to me. I think it's from one of the sites
Thanks for posting, Sand!
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Posted on 6/12/12 at 1:26 pm to TreyAnastasio
You love us, trey.
And if it helps, Reuben Foster = Dawg
And if it helps, Reuben Foster = Dawg
Posted on 6/12/12 at 1:42 pm to tylerdurden24
Cooper Bateman and Parker McLeod have more in common than their shared position and the school they will play for in college.
Both are as accomplished in the classroom as they are on the football field as they have been able to translate their competitive athletic drive into their educational endeavors?
Do the habits developed in the classroom translate over into the field of play?
“I think it helps a lot.” McLeod said. “Obviously the work ethic, it just keeps me motivated to work hard. My intelligence just helps with the knowledge of the game, recognizing defenses and stuff like that.”
Bateman agrees with his future teammate.
“I believe that they really do go hand and hand.” Bateman said, “How you go about school, homework especially, getting ahead and reading your textbooks. I think that correlates to learning the playbook, learning your reads and everything that goes into it.”
Both Bateman and McLeod boast impressive grade point averages with Bateman holding a 3.7 GPA and McLeod holding a 3.95 while taking AP courses. Bateman and McLeod identified specific inspiration as to the source of their success.
“I think my family has always stressed academics so much,” said Mcleod. “Both my sisters graduated with a 4.1 GPA and I think my family has always stressed it and made me work hard in school. I wasn’t sure if I would be able to play college football or be blessed with an athletic scholarship, so I just always tried to kep my grades up so I could get into a good college.”
Bateman also cites practical reasons behind his motivation.
“You know I can honestly say that studying, homework and all that, I can’t say I enjoy it,” said Bateman. “I don’t know if any teenager does, but it’s something that I know you have to do. I know football only goes so far and if you are smart and work hard in the classroom, that is what is really going to take you far in life and at the same time, that makes you a better football player.”
So how much of a factor did the University of Alabama’s academic programs for student-athletes play into their decision to play for the Crimson Tide?
“It was a huge factor, especially to my parents and to me as well, said Bateman. “The academic facilities and help that they have for the players is unreal. I think that Coach Saban told us that behind Vanderbilt, Alabama has the second highest graduation rate in the SEC, and that says a lot. They are not only a good football team, which everyone knows, but academically as well.”
McLeod echoed his future teammates thoughts.
“I have heard they have a good business school. I’ve always heard they have a great academic support program for the athletes and I’ve also heard they have a great honors college, which is something that I might be doing. I’m not sure yet though.”
Both McLeod and Bateman’s coaches sang the praises of their signal callers when asked how their intelligence makes them better players.
“Parker is a straight A student.” Said Dr. Rick Myrick, McLeod’s coach and former Prattville High School (AL) coach for 15 years. “He is a little bit too analytical sometimes, but in football that’s pretty good. He always seems to make the right decision at the right time. His academics are excellent and his work ethic is too and he is at Walton, which is the number one ranked high school in the state of Georgia academically. Alabama is pretty lucky to get him.”
Bateman’s coach Terrell Richards also told Bamaonline about his quarterback’s tireless work ethic.
“First of all, Cooper is a bright kid by nature, but he puts in the extra time.” Richards said. “He is not afraid to ask questions if he does not know what is going on and it comes a lot from his attitude, he is just so even keel. He’ll keep working at something until he figures out the best way to do it. He is as solid a kid as you are going to find and he is willing to put in the time and effort to do it right.”
When asked about potential majors, McLeod said, “I’d like to do business. I’m not sure what part of business, but something in that field.
Bateman is not so sure yet.
“I have thought about it.” Bateman said. “I have sat down and talked with my parents about it and I just can’t say that I know what I want to do yet. I would say something in the field of architecture or engineering. I have taken drafting classes in high school this year and last. I enjoyed it, but knowing that it is all on computers now, I enjoyed the free hand aspect of drawing on a drafting board.”
One thing that both of these rising seniors are sure of is that they will both be enrolling in January at the University of Alabama and by the time they have completed their studies, former Tide star and Rhodes Scholar finalist Greg McElroy may have some competition for the smartest quarterback ever to suit up for the Crimson Tide.
Both are as accomplished in the classroom as they are on the football field as they have been able to translate their competitive athletic drive into their educational endeavors?
Do the habits developed in the classroom translate over into the field of play?
“I think it helps a lot.” McLeod said. “Obviously the work ethic, it just keeps me motivated to work hard. My intelligence just helps with the knowledge of the game, recognizing defenses and stuff like that.”
Bateman agrees with his future teammate.
“I believe that they really do go hand and hand.” Bateman said, “How you go about school, homework especially, getting ahead and reading your textbooks. I think that correlates to learning the playbook, learning your reads and everything that goes into it.”
Both Bateman and McLeod boast impressive grade point averages with Bateman holding a 3.7 GPA and McLeod holding a 3.95 while taking AP courses. Bateman and McLeod identified specific inspiration as to the source of their success.
“I think my family has always stressed academics so much,” said Mcleod. “Both my sisters graduated with a 4.1 GPA and I think my family has always stressed it and made me work hard in school. I wasn’t sure if I would be able to play college football or be blessed with an athletic scholarship, so I just always tried to kep my grades up so I could get into a good college.”
Bateman also cites practical reasons behind his motivation.
“You know I can honestly say that studying, homework and all that, I can’t say I enjoy it,” said Bateman. “I don’t know if any teenager does, but it’s something that I know you have to do. I know football only goes so far and if you are smart and work hard in the classroom, that is what is really going to take you far in life and at the same time, that makes you a better football player.”
So how much of a factor did the University of Alabama’s academic programs for student-athletes play into their decision to play for the Crimson Tide?
“It was a huge factor, especially to my parents and to me as well, said Bateman. “The academic facilities and help that they have for the players is unreal. I think that Coach Saban told us that behind Vanderbilt, Alabama has the second highest graduation rate in the SEC, and that says a lot. They are not only a good football team, which everyone knows, but academically as well.”
McLeod echoed his future teammates thoughts.
“I have heard they have a good business school. I’ve always heard they have a great academic support program for the athletes and I’ve also heard they have a great honors college, which is something that I might be doing. I’m not sure yet though.”
Both McLeod and Bateman’s coaches sang the praises of their signal callers when asked how their intelligence makes them better players.
“Parker is a straight A student.” Said Dr. Rick Myrick, McLeod’s coach and former Prattville High School (AL) coach for 15 years. “He is a little bit too analytical sometimes, but in football that’s pretty good. He always seems to make the right decision at the right time. His academics are excellent and his work ethic is too and he is at Walton, which is the number one ranked high school in the state of Georgia academically. Alabama is pretty lucky to get him.”
Bateman’s coach Terrell Richards also told Bamaonline about his quarterback’s tireless work ethic.
“First of all, Cooper is a bright kid by nature, but he puts in the extra time.” Richards said. “He is not afraid to ask questions if he does not know what is going on and it comes a lot from his attitude, he is just so even keel. He’ll keep working at something until he figures out the best way to do it. He is as solid a kid as you are going to find and he is willing to put in the time and effort to do it right.”
When asked about potential majors, McLeod said, “I’d like to do business. I’m not sure what part of business, but something in that field.
Bateman is not so sure yet.
“I have thought about it.” Bateman said. “I have sat down and talked with my parents about it and I just can’t say that I know what I want to do yet. I would say something in the field of architecture or engineering. I have taken drafting classes in high school this year and last. I enjoyed it, but knowing that it is all on computers now, I enjoyed the free hand aspect of drawing on a drafting board.”
One thing that both of these rising seniors are sure of is that they will both be enrolling in January at the University of Alabama and by the time they have completed their studies, former Tide star and Rhodes Scholar finalist Greg McElroy may have some competition for the smartest quarterback ever to suit up for the Crimson Tide.
Posted on 6/12/12 at 2:08 pm to TideWarrior
Four-star defensive lineman Demarcus Walker talks about visiting Auburn and what surprised him about the Tigers.
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Jacksonville, Fla.—One of the top defensive line prospects in the country, four-star Demarcus Walker from Sandalwood High School, was on the Auburn campus this week to check out Coach Gene Chizik’s Tigers.
An athletic defender capable of playing inside or outside with his 6-3, 280 frame, Walker said he liked everything he heard from the Tigers.
“It was pretty good,” Walker said. “I loved it. It was better than I thought. This could be a really good decision for me. I’m going to talk it over with my parents, but I can see myself coming to Auburn.
“I didn’t really think much about Auburn after what happened in the past season,” he added. “But with VanGorder (Brian VanGorder) here, coming from the Falcons and having a very good defense and lots of coaching experience, I see things can change.”
With a top eight of Auburn, Alabama, Clemson, Florida, Florida State, LSU, Tennessee and USC, Walker has plenty of football powerhouse programs on his radar heading into his senior year. After having the opportunity to see Auburn in person he said at the moment they may have moved in front.
“Auburn is high, high,” Walker said. “Everybody who is in my top eight is pretty high, but Auburn sticks out more than anybody so far. I still have some more visits to take.
“I have been on a couple of visits and Auburn took it to the next level,” he added. “Going to USC, LSU and Clemson, those might stick out even farther. I’m also going to visit Florida and Florida State.”
One of the reasons Auburn has moved up so much on Walker’s list is VanGorder. Coming to Auburn from the Atlanta Falcons and having the NFL pedigree is something the standout defensive lineman said speaks volumes to him.
“I spent most of my time with Coach (Mike) Pelton and VanGorder,” Walker said. “Me and him going on the board and him testing to see what I’ve got, it kind of made us bond. That came out pretty good.
“He went over if I went into the draft and had an interview how they’re going to question me, take me on the board, interrogate me,” he added. “He just took me through the experience so when the times comes I will know how to come at it.”
Planning to narrow his list to a top three later in the summer, Walker said he could make a decision early if the timing is right, but he doesn’t have a set date in mind. He said that he’s got certain things he is looking for and when it all comes together for him he’ll know what to do.
“I’m looking for great academics,” Walker said. “I want the chance to play early. I need to have a good bond with the coaches. It needs to be a good program.
“I might commit early, it just depends on how I feel,” he added. “I’ll do some praying about it.”
As a junior Walker was named First-Team All-State after recording 14 sacks and 24 tackles for a loss in 2011.
This post was edited on 6/12/12 at 2:11 pm
Posted on 6/12/12 at 2:15 pm to TideSaint
Posted on 6/12/12 at 2:24 pm to TideSaint
I guess Auburn put on the full dog and pony show for Walker since they need to find a replacement for Lawson and his movement toward UTk.
Posted on 6/12/12 at 2:24 pm to T Rey WI
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I guess Auburn put on the full dog and pony show for Walker since they need to find a replacement for Liner and his movement toward UA.
Posted on 6/12/12 at 2:27 pm to Robot Santa
I figured it was more a response to the imminent Dee Liner flip 
Posted on 6/12/12 at 2:27 pm to T Rey WI
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I guess Auburn put on the full dog and pony show for Walker since they need to find a replacement for Lawson and his movement toward UTk.
What you did there, I see it...
Posted on 6/12/12 at 2:28 pm to Robot Santa
Ever since Walkers coach got involved in his recruitment, he's playing the game now. It's in his head now, and he won't be firm on any announcement until nsd.
Posted on 6/12/12 at 2:29 pm to T Rey WI
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I guess Auburn put on the full dog and pony show for Walker since they need to find a replacement for Lawson and his movement toward UTk.
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I guess Auburn put on the full dog and pony show for Walker since they need to find a replacement for Liner and his movement toward UA
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I figured it was more a response to the imminent Dee Liner flip
Must... resist... biting.
This post was edited on 6/12/12 at 2:30 pm
Posted on 6/12/12 at 2:31 pm to gatordmb89
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Ever since Walkers coach got involved in his recruitment, he's playing the game now. It's in his head now, and he won't be firm on any announcement until nsd.
That was the impression I got from reading those quotes. UF and UA were his leaders for months and months, and now it sounds like he is completely wide open.
Posted on 6/12/12 at 2:34 pm to Robot Santa
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That was the impression I got from reading those quotes. UF and UA were his leaders for months and months, and now it sounds like he is completely wide open.
Maybe he got upset at the lack of attn the last several weeks from Tuscaloosa?
Posted on 6/12/12 at 3:08 pm to TideSaint
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“I might commit early, it just depends on how I feel,” he added. “I’ll do some praying about it.”
AU lock!
Posted on 6/12/12 at 3:26 pm to AA7
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Must... resist... biting.
Posted on 6/12/12 at 3:41 pm to 3moredays
DeAndre Woods committed to State
Posted on 6/12/12 at 3:42 pm to 3moredays
I also thought that Bucc would like to hear that DeAndre Woods committed to Mississippi State today.
E.T.A. Trey beat me to it
E.T.A. Trey beat me to it
This post was edited on 6/12/12 at 3:44 pm
Posted on 6/12/12 at 3:44 pm to Big Bam
Germans
Posted on 6/12/12 at 3:45 pm to TreyAnastasio
Saw on UT boards so not sure the source that B Langley is down to UA and UT and will commit Aug 25th. UA is also still 1 and UT 2
Posted on 6/12/12 at 3:45 pm to TreyAnastasio
As long as AU does not involve the family they will alwasy have a chance.
This post was edited on 6/12/12 at 3:46 pm
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