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I don't think tOSU is showing much interest but here is some free info on him. Slaton seems to like Maryland alot.



http://www.psuplaybook.org/modules.p...rticle&sid=466

Steve Slaton, a 5'10", 185 lb., 4.35/40 running back/corner back from Fairless Hills (Conwell-Egan), PA is already getting interest from a variety of programs in and around the Keystone State. Considered one of the top prospects in both Pennsylvania and the Northeast, Steve is being pursued by programs like West Virginia, Virginia Tech, Maryland, Notre Dame and Pitt, aside from PSU.

Steve (left, Bucks County Courier Times) is an accomplished track athlete as well, participating in events like the 60 meter Dash, the 200 meter, the 400 meter and the long jump. He boasts 4.35/40 speed and a strong stride, which serves him well on the football field and makes him difficult to take down on an initial hit.
Steve's impressive speed and strength earned him an All-Catholic First Team selection and and All-Pennsylvania Football News Class AAA Teams Third Team selection this past season.

His strength is illustrated by his ability to squat 525 lbs. He shattered the school's career rushing record with 4,171 yards on 423 attempts, or a stellar 9.9 yards per carry. He also scored 46 touchdowns through last season and still has his senior year to improve those numbers.

Recruiting reporter Max Emfinger gives Steve four out of five stars and lists him currently as the top running back prospect our of Pennsylvania. He is considered one of the top prospects in the state and likely will be considered the best from Eastern Pennsylvania by many.

Steve does not seem to have a clear cut favorite school at this stage, although when he was profiled as the Bucks County Courier Times' Athlete of the Week this past season, the only college he listed was Penn State. The battle for Steve will certainly intensify as more schools learn about his abilities, especially as he enters his senior season.

http://pennstate.theinsiders.com/2/260498.html

PA RB Impresses at Nike Camp
By Tony Villiotti
Date: May 19, 2004

Steve Slaton is one of Pennsylvania's top prospects and already has offers in hand from North Carolina and West Virginia. He attended the Nike Camp and PSU’s junior day this past weekend. Where does Penn State figure in? How did he like Penn State's junior day?

Name: Steve Slaton
Position: RB/DB
Height: 5'10"
Weight: 185 pounds
40 Speed: 4.43 seconds
Hometown/School: Conwell Egan Catholic HS, Fairless Hills, PA


Steve Slaton, a major college prospect at both running back and defensive back, attended both the Nike Camp and Penn State’s junior day this past weekend. Lion News had a chance to meet him in person and talk to him about his performance at Nike and his future plans.

Not surprisingly, Steve tested well at Nike, running a 4.34 40, completing the shuttle in 4.18 and measuring 38.6" on the vertical jump. Steve has offers from North Carolina and West Virginia. We asked Steve if Penn State had talked with him recently.

“Mike McQueary came out a couple times. He came to my school and told me that they were interested.” For what position is Penn State recruiting him. “Running back and d-back.” Steve has expressed his preference for playing running running back. What has Penn State said about that? “They said they’ll try me at both.”

Any other visits planned?

“For the summer, I’m going to Penn State’s camp again and Maryland’s camp so far. I don’t know what other camps I’m going to yet.”

Who’s at the top of his list?

“I don’t know. Everybody’s on the same level.”

Where’s Penn State?

“Top 5,” he answered while acknowledging that that doesn't mean the Nittany Lions are 5th on his list.

What did you do during the junior day?

“We toured the academics and toured the football facilities. They show you how college life would be freshman year and throughout. I thought it was nice. I heard a lot of people say it was better than other schools. They let us walk around and see everything.

How many players attended Friday’s junior day?

“We went into two groups. I’d say about 40.”