'09 MI TE/WR Dion Sims (Michigan State Signee)

[Buckeye737]

Originally Posted by BGriffBuckeye

Nobody said he was homeless. What he was saying is, if his son whoever it may be, were to commit to Michigan, with him being a huge Ohio State fan, then he jokingly said he would kick his son out of his house... thus, making him homeless.

I'm pretty sure watchiny'all got the joke. He was just pointing out that his father couldn't kick him out of the house if he wanted to.

[Buckskin86]

Transferring transforms 2-sport star
Sims making the grade and feeling less backlash after his parents have him change schools.

Tom Markowski / The Detroit News

ORCHARD LAKE -- In some ways Dion Sims is glad to see the last 12 months pass. The insensitive e-mails have nearly stopped. The snide remarks, if only made behind his back, have diminished.

Sims is comfortable in his new surroundings and ready to get on with his life, academically, athletically and socially.

Sims, 16, transferred from U-D Jesuit to Orchard Lake St. Mary's in September 2006 because his parents were not pleased with his academic performance.

Schools such as Miami (Fla.), Michigan, Michigan State and Ohio State are recruiting Sims in both sports. Florida, Indiana and UCLA are recruiting Sims to play basketball. Others, like Iowa, are recruiting him for football.

"As of right now I want to do both, if I can work it out," Sims said. "If they said I could only do one, it would be football."

Transferring transforms 2-sport star

[wadc45]

TheWolverine.com - New video: Cass Tech at St. Mary's Prep

Michigan commits Boubacar Cissoko and William Campbell, as well as Indiana commit Cortez Smith take on mighty St. Mary's Prep and 2009 wide receiver prospect Dion Sims.

[SNIPER26]

Originally Posted by wadc45

TheWolverine.com - New video: Cass Tech at St. Mary's Prep

Cissoko gave up a long catch there In his defense, it was a very well thrown ball and the guy made a good play and it looked like Boubacar tripped..

But I didn't see much of Sims in there

[wadc45]

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By BK...has football offers from Iowa, Purdue, Miami, Michigan and Michigan State and basketball offers from Michigan State, Miami, Indiana, Iowa and Purdue. Lists interest in Michigan State, Michigan, Purdue, Indiana, North Carolina, Miami, Ohio State, Florida, USC, UCLA and Tennessee.

[three7]

Been told that MSU is not a contender at all.



At the current moment, his decision will most likely come down to UM and UNC. However, 10 months ago it was UM or GT... There is some pressure from the family to "spread his wings" outside the state. That being said, his father works for UM in some administrative capacity so there are ties to UM as well.

[BuckTwenty]

Based on need and his high school, I'm surprised we haven't been pursuing Dion as a TE.

I know it has been said that Dion projects as a WR here, but everywhere else I have seen he's been listed as a TE. What makes him project as a WR rather than a TE at the next level? Not a good enough blocker? Doesn't have the frame to add the weight necessary? Not interested in becoming a TE?

[Scoopfan]

Originally Posted by Frohlich

If his dad works for Michigan and he has a Michigan offer I would doubt the Buckeyes would have very much of a shot.

If we turned the tables and I worked at OSU and my son was a football talent worthy of D1 scholarship and he was even considering Michigan... he would be homeless pretty quick :-)

Of course, if he's going to play both sports, Michigan's basketball program is going to be a major detriment to their chances.

[SNIPER26]

Originally Posted by Scoopfan

Of course, if he's going to play both sports, Michigan's basketball program is going to be a major detriment to their chances.

Early playing time! And it's a young squad which took good strides this year.

But then again, everyone wants to play two sports or two positions in college, and yet, how many of them actually do?

[jimotis4heisman]

Originally Posted by BuckTwenty

Based on need and his high school, I'm surprised we haven't been pursuing Dion as a TE.

I know it has been said that Dion projects as a WR here, but everywhere else I have seen he's been listed as a TE. What makes him project as a WR rather than a TE at the next level? Not a good enough blocker? Doesn't have the frame to add the weight necessary? Not interested in becoming a TE?

Originally Posted by Scoopfan

Of course, if he's going to play both sports, Michigan's basketball program is going to be a major detriment to their chances.

olstm is like how iggie use to be its a big time sports powerhouse. they have money and is one of the big catholic schools in michigan including dcd, brother rice etc.

keep in mind who beat who late in the year...

[MD Buckeye]

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From TheWolverine.....Dion has decided to play basketball in college. Says he likes Michigan State, Michigan, Ohio State, UCLA, Florida, Miami, Tennessee, Georgia and others. Plans on making some visits this summer.

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5/3

Apparently the story about Dion giving up football was not true.

[crazybuckfan40]

Originally Posted by MD Buckeye

Rivals $

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From TheWolverine.....Dion has decided to play basketball in college. Says he likes Michigan State, Michigan, Ohio State, UCLA, Florida, Miami, Tennessee, Georgia and others. Plans on making some visits this summer.

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5/3

Apparently the story about Dion giving up football was not true.

JMO but I think Football is his better option...

[three7]

Talks about playing two sports. Says he favors MSU slightly over UM.

Football or basketball? Two-sport star Sims analyzing his options

[Buckskin86]

Thursday, May 8, 2008
Sam Webb: Recruiting
Football or basketball? Two-sport star Sims analyzing his options

The name Dion Sims has been on the lips of high school sports enthusiasts in the state of Michigan since he burst onto the scene as a physically imposing freshman at U-D Jesuit back in 2005. As a wide receiver he was an extremely tough cover, boasting size, strength and deceptive speed. On hardwood, he shined even brighter. At 6-foot-5 and 200 pounds, he handled the ball well, was efficient from long range, and flashed outstanding versatility by playing every position on the floor at some point during the season.

Despite his dual-sport success, most thought that a collegiate future primarily in basketball was a virtual certainty. Two years, 35 pounds of muscle, and a great deal of interest from college football coaches later, and the decision is no longer that simple.

Even in the absence of eye-popping gridiron statistics during his junior campaign at Orchard Lake St. Mary's, Sims has emerged as one of the top football prospects in the state. He lists offers from UCLA, LSU, Miami, Ohio State, Tennessee, Michigan, Michigan State, Purdue and Iowa.

According to Scout.com Midwest Football Analyst Allen Trieu and Scout.com National Director of Basketball Recruiting Dave Telep, there is a very good reason for that.

"He is a better basketball player right now, but he probably has more long-term potential in football," Trieu explained. "To this point, he has been more effective as a defensive player, but his potential on offense is high because of his size and athleticism. He has good hands, runs good routes, and while he isn't a blazer, he has more than adequate speed ? especially if you're projecting him to tight end. He could really stretch the center of the field. He has the kind of size and natural athleticism that can be molded into a big-time prospect."

Said Telep: "I think he's a college hoops prospect on the mid-level. His body is a huge asset and his mid-range game is a help. So far this year in the limited times I have seen him, he's had moments where his shot has looked very good and he can pass the ball. I would think MAC programs would love to get their hands on him. To be higher, you would like to see him round out his game ? maybe add a post-up element to take advantage of size mismatches."

Football or basketball? Two-sport star Sims analyzing his options

[wadc45]

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5/27

OSU has offered.

I give 21 credit...he has said all along the target number of TEs was 2...