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<font color="#b90000">Tuesday, January 25, 2005</font> Recruiting News - 01/25/05
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St. V-M holds off late rally by Shaw (Lawrence Wilson) - Akron Beacon Journal
Posted on Tue, Jan. 25, 2005
Boys basketball/St. V-M 86, E. Cleveland Shaw 78
St. V-M holds off late rally by Shaw
Free throws clinch 14th win. Johnson scores 22
By David Lee Morgan Jr.
Beacon Journal staff writer
... Junior guard Marcus Johnson finished with a team-high 22 points along with seven rebounds for the Irish (14-1). Senior Lawrence Wilson scored 20 points and grabbed eight rebounds. And St. V-M junior point guard Brian Glasper, who was playing in his first game after serving a two-game suspension for violating an Ohio High School Athletic Association rule regarding AAU summer basketball, finished with 16 points, three assists and four steals ...
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The Scout.com National Hot 100 - Scout
The Scout.com National Hot 100
By Jamie Newberg National Recruiting Analyst
Date: Jan 25, 2005
The Scout.com National Hot 100 is now set for the final time and we have a new number one. Is it Mark Sanchez, Ryan Perrilloux or Fred Rouse?
The final version of The Scout.com National Hot 100 is led by a new No. 1, quarterback Mark Sanchez from Mission Viejo (Calif.) High School. Sanchez is committed to Southern Cal and he held off quarterback Ryan Perrilloux and others for the top spot.
There were many shakeups at different positions as well. Antone Smith is now the No. 1 rated running back, Patrick Turner is the top rated wide receiver, Tony Moeaki is the top tight end, DeMarcus Granger is the top rated defensive tackle, Travis Beckum is the No. 1 defensive end and Demetrice Morley is the top rated defensive back in the nation.
Sanchez is the third prospect atop The Scout.com National Hot 100 this season. Derrick Williams (Penn State) was our pre-season No. 1 prospect and then it was Fred Rouse (Tallahassee, Fla.). Here is a quick look at the top 10:
2) QB Ryan Perrilloux (Texas soft commitment)
3) OT Eugene Monroe (Virginia)
4) WR Patrick Turner (Southern Cal)
5) DB Demetrice Morely (Tennessee)
6) WR Fred Rouse
7) LB Tray Blackmon (Auburn)
8) WR Derrick Williams (Penn State)
9) DT DeMarcus Granger
10) S Kenneth Phillips
Those were not the only changes. As you know the top 50 prospects in the country receive five-stars. Some players moved into five-star range and some slid down. Others moved into the national 100 like wide receivers Trey Stross and Mohamed Massaquoi, safeties Will Harris and Shawn Oatis, cornerbacks Carlos Thomas and Derek Pegues and defensive lineman Earl Heyman.
The Scout.com National Hot 100 is compiled by myself and Allen Wallace.
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Worthington talks about another visit - Rivals PREMIUM
January 25, 2005
Worthington talks about another visit
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Bill Kurelic
Rivals100.com *
Athol Springs (N.Y.) St. Francis defensive end Doug Worthington gives the latest on his commitment situation, who might be his second choice behind Ohio State, and his status on taking another official visit.
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Worthington remains solid for Buckeyes - Rivals PREMIUM
January 25, 2005
Worthington remains solid for Buckeyes
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Chris Nida
BuckeyeSports.com Staff Writer *
With just eight days left until national signing day, avid Ohio State recruiting followers are putting much of their concern on the shoulders of Athol Springs (N.Y.) St. Francis defensive lineman Doug Worthington. A Buckeye verbal since the fall, he has has professed to be solidly committed to OSU even thought he has adamant in his intention to take his full allotment of official visits. Nevertheless, he remains solidly in the Buckeyes' camp.
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Robiskie receives OSU offer, will visit - Rivals PREMIUM
January 25, 2005
Robiskie receives OSU offer, will visit
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Chris Nida
BuckeyeSports.com Staff Writer *
With verbals elsewhere over the weekend by Kyle McCarthy and Tavares Kearney, it appeared that Ohio State's recruiting efforts had been narrowed down to three targets. However, another has appeared on the recruiting radar, as Chagrin Falls, Ohio, wide receiver Brian Robiskie received an offer from the Buckeyes late last week. But though the offer just came through, OSU has had its eye on Robiskie for some time.
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Best News Of Recruiting Season: Holmes Staying - Rivals PREMIUM
January 25, 2005
Best News Of Recruiting Season: Holmes Staying
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Mark Rea
BuckeyeSports.com Managing Editor *
In the middle of the 2004-05 recruiting season, Ohio State head coach Jim Tressel got a piece of good news and it had absolutely nothing to do with high school prospects. It has long been thought that redshirt sophomore flanker Santonio Holmes might want to test his pro potential. But the deadline for underclassmen to declare for the NFL draft has come and gone and Holmes remains a Buckeye.
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Bucks interested in Glenville junior DE - Rivals PREMIUM
January 25, 2005
Bucks interested in Glenville junior DE
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Bill Kurelic
BuckeyeSports.com Recruiting Analyst *
Cleveland (Ohio) Glenville junior defensive end Robert Rose is already drawing interest from recruiters from a number of major college programs including Ohio State.
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Worthington Set To Sign With OSU - Scout PREMIUM
Worthington Set To Sign With OSU
By Dave Biddle
Date: Jan 25, 2005
Athol Springs (N.Y) defensive end Doug Worthington has been an OSU verbal commitment for months. But by continuing to take other visits, he has kept everyone on the edge of their seats. Worthington will make his official announcement on Feb. 2 and says he will sign with Ohio State.
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Robiskie Among Two Due In This Weekend - Scout PREMIUM
Robiskie Among Two Due In This Weekend
By Steve Helwagen
Date: Jan 25, 2005
Chagrin Falls, Ohio, wide receiver Brian Robiskie is now scheduled to make an official visit this coming weekend to Ohio State. He is among two potential visitors for this weekend. (NOTE: This story updated with more quotes at 4 p.m. Eastern.) Click here for more details.
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McKinney down to three - Rivals PREMIUM
January 25, 2005
McKinney down to three
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Sean Stevens
HuskersIllustrated.com *
The No. 98-rated player in the Rivals100, defensive tackle / tight end James McKinney of Louisville (Ky.) Central, recently completed his fifth official visit, traveling to Florida. What did McKinney think of his trip? "It was pretty good, I enjoyed myself," he said. McKinney, who took the trip without his parents, said that one part of the trip really stood out.
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See It To Believe It - Scout
See It To Believe It
By Jamie Newberg National Recruiting Analyst
Date: Jan 26, 2005
Here we are, a week before National Signing Day and I just witnessed the most impressive film of all for any prospect among the Class of 2005. It was Ryan Perrilloux's senior highlight film and 20 minutes worth. Here are four long video packages. You have to see it to believe it.
Scout.com just released it's National Top 100, where Ryan Perrilloux found himself sitting No. 2 overall and at the quarterback position. He is behind his good friend, quarterback Mark Sanchez from Mission Viejo, Calif.
The two are so different yet so a like. They both exude confidence, are terrific leaders and field generals. They command respect. Physically, they don't compare. Sanchez is talented, has a good arm and moves well enough. Physically, Perrilloux is off the charts. Where Sanchez has the edge over Perrilloux right now is the mental side of the game. He makes quicker and more decisive decisions with the ball.
As far as upside, no one in the nation has more than Ryan Perrilloux. If you don't believe me, than watch the video for yourself. Perrilloux, from LaPlace (La.) East St. John High School, is an amazing talent blessed with the best arm in the country. He is not Michael Vick running the ball but he has some very similiar traits. Most of all, you can't lay a hand on him in the pocket.
Perrilloux had an incredible senior season, passing for 3,546 yards (225/342) and 30 touchdown passes and running for 1,460 yards (226 carries) and 37 touchdowns. He accounted for 69 total touchdowns and finished his career second in total yards behind Brock Berlin with 12,705 yards.
ScoutTV proudly presents four video highlight packages of the nation's No. 2 prospect, Ryan Perrilloux. It is courtesy of Versatile Productions.
Video: Ryan Perrilloux 1
Video: Ryan Perrilloux 2
Video: Ryan Perrilloux 3
Video: Ryan Perrilloux 4
<font color="#b90000">Monday, January 24, 2005</font> Late Recruiting News - 01/24/05
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Tavares Kearney Discusses Commitment - Scout
Tavares Kearney Discusses Commitment
By Chad Simmons**Scout.com - South
Date: Jan 24, 2005
The news broke early this morning that Tavares Kearney, a linebacker out of Tucker, GA committed to the Georgia Bulldogs. He the announcement on V103, a local radio station here in Atlanta. we caught up with Kearney, and he gave us the details of his commitment.
Why did Tavares Kearney pick the home state Bulldogs?
"The coaches are great. I thought the facilities were great and I really liked the new linebacker coach."
Coach Jancek, the new linebacker coach was just hired by Coach Richt about a week ago. What are Kearney's thoughts on Coach Jancek?
"He is a real cool guy. He can be funny, but he knows when to get down to business too. I really like that."
What was the biggest reason Kearney chose the Dawgs over the Buckeyes?
"It is so much closer to home. I wanted to be near my mom. Also, the weather here is much better than Ohio State."
Now that Tavares Kearney has given his verbal commitment to Coach Richt and the Georgia Bulldogs, he has decided not to take anymore visits. Mr. Kearney has put recruiting behind him and will sign his letter of intent next Wednesday and fax it over to Coach Richt in Athens, GA.
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Worthington shares the latest - Rivals PREMIUM
January 24, 2005
Worthington shares the latest
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Bill Kurelic
BuckeyeSports.com Recruiting Analyst *
Athol Springs (N.Y.) St. Francis defensive end Doug Worthington gives the latest on his commitment situation, who might be his second choice behind Ohio State, and his status on taking another official visit.
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Schlichter Discusses His Early Choices - Scout PREMIUM
Schlichter Discusses His Early Choices
By Sam Webb
Date: Jan 24, 2005
Washington C.H. (Ohio) Miami Trace junior quarterback Miles Schlichter is already hearing from a number of colleges. Schlichter also appeared at the recent national combine in San Antonio. Click here for more on this intriguing prospect.
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St. V-M holds off late rally by Shaw (Lawrence Wilson) - Akron Beacon Journal
Posted on Tue, Jan. 25, 2005
Boys basketball/St. V-M 86, E. Cleveland Shaw 78
St. V-M holds off late rally by Shaw
Free throws clinch 14th win. Johnson scores 22
By David Lee Morgan Jr.
Beacon Journal staff writer
... Junior guard Marcus Johnson finished with a team-high 22 points along with seven rebounds for the Irish (14-1). Senior Lawrence Wilson scored 20 points and grabbed eight rebounds. And St. V-M junior point guard Brian Glasper, who was playing in his first game after serving a two-game suspension for violating an Ohio High School Athletic Association rule regarding AAU summer basketball, finished with 16 points, three assists and four steals ...
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The Scout.com National Hot 100 - Scout
The Scout.com National Hot 100
By Jamie Newberg National Recruiting Analyst
Date: Jan 25, 2005
The Scout.com National Hot 100 is now set for the final time and we have a new number one. Is it Mark Sanchez, Ryan Perrilloux or Fred Rouse?
The final version of The Scout.com National Hot 100 is led by a new No. 1, quarterback Mark Sanchez from Mission Viejo (Calif.) High School. Sanchez is committed to Southern Cal and he held off quarterback Ryan Perrilloux and others for the top spot.
There were many shakeups at different positions as well. Antone Smith is now the No. 1 rated running back, Patrick Turner is the top rated wide receiver, Tony Moeaki is the top tight end, DeMarcus Granger is the top rated defensive tackle, Travis Beckum is the No. 1 defensive end and Demetrice Morley is the top rated defensive back in the nation.
Sanchez is the third prospect atop The Scout.com National Hot 100 this season. Derrick Williams (Penn State) was our pre-season No. 1 prospect and then it was Fred Rouse (Tallahassee, Fla.). Here is a quick look at the top 10:
2) QB Ryan Perrilloux (Texas soft commitment)
3) OT Eugene Monroe (Virginia)
4) WR Patrick Turner (Southern Cal)
5) DB Demetrice Morely (Tennessee)
6) WR Fred Rouse
7) LB Tray Blackmon (Auburn)
8) WR Derrick Williams (Penn State)
9) DT DeMarcus Granger
10) S Kenneth Phillips
Those were not the only changes. As you know the top 50 prospects in the country receive five-stars. Some players moved into five-star range and some slid down. Others moved into the national 100 like wide receivers Trey Stross and Mohamed Massaquoi, safeties Will Harris and Shawn Oatis, cornerbacks Carlos Thomas and Derek Pegues and defensive lineman Earl Heyman.
The Scout.com National Hot 100 is compiled by myself and Allen Wallace.
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Worthington talks about another visit - Rivals PREMIUM
January 25, 2005
Worthington talks about another visit
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Bill Kurelic
Rivals100.com *
Athol Springs (N.Y.) St. Francis defensive end Doug Worthington gives the latest on his commitment situation, who might be his second choice behind Ohio State, and his status on taking another official visit.
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Worthington remains solid for Buckeyes - Rivals PREMIUM
January 25, 2005
Worthington remains solid for Buckeyes
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Chris Nida
BuckeyeSports.com Staff Writer *
With just eight days left until national signing day, avid Ohio State recruiting followers are putting much of their concern on the shoulders of Athol Springs (N.Y.) St. Francis defensive lineman Doug Worthington. A Buckeye verbal since the fall, he has has professed to be solidly committed to OSU even thought he has adamant in his intention to take his full allotment of official visits. Nevertheless, he remains solidly in the Buckeyes' camp.
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Robiskie receives OSU offer, will visit - Rivals PREMIUM
January 25, 2005
Robiskie receives OSU offer, will visit
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Chris Nida
BuckeyeSports.com Staff Writer *
With verbals elsewhere over the weekend by Kyle McCarthy and Tavares Kearney, it appeared that Ohio State's recruiting efforts had been narrowed down to three targets. However, another has appeared on the recruiting radar, as Chagrin Falls, Ohio, wide receiver Brian Robiskie received an offer from the Buckeyes late last week. But though the offer just came through, OSU has had its eye on Robiskie for some time.
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Best News Of Recruiting Season: Holmes Staying - Rivals PREMIUM
January 25, 2005
Best News Of Recruiting Season: Holmes Staying
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Mark Rea
BuckeyeSports.com Managing Editor *
In the middle of the 2004-05 recruiting season, Ohio State head coach Jim Tressel got a piece of good news and it had absolutely nothing to do with high school prospects. It has long been thought that redshirt sophomore flanker Santonio Holmes might want to test his pro potential. But the deadline for underclassmen to declare for the NFL draft has come and gone and Holmes remains a Buckeye.
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Bucks interested in Glenville junior DE - Rivals PREMIUM
January 25, 2005
Bucks interested in Glenville junior DE
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Bill Kurelic
BuckeyeSports.com Recruiting Analyst *
Cleveland (Ohio) Glenville junior defensive end Robert Rose is already drawing interest from recruiters from a number of major college programs including Ohio State.
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Worthington Set To Sign With OSU - Scout PREMIUM
Worthington Set To Sign With OSU
By Dave Biddle
Date: Jan 25, 2005
Athol Springs (N.Y) defensive end Doug Worthington has been an OSU verbal commitment for months. But by continuing to take other visits, he has kept everyone on the edge of their seats. Worthington will make his official announcement on Feb. 2 and says he will sign with Ohio State.
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Robiskie Among Two Due In This Weekend - Scout PREMIUM
Robiskie Among Two Due In This Weekend
By Steve Helwagen
Date: Jan 25, 2005
Chagrin Falls, Ohio, wide receiver Brian Robiskie is now scheduled to make an official visit this coming weekend to Ohio State. He is among two potential visitors for this weekend. (NOTE: This story updated with more quotes at 4 p.m. Eastern.) Click here for more details.
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McKinney down to three - Rivals PREMIUM
January 25, 2005
McKinney down to three
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Sean Stevens
HuskersIllustrated.com *
The No. 98-rated player in the Rivals100, defensive tackle / tight end James McKinney of Louisville (Ky.) Central, recently completed his fifth official visit, traveling to Florida. What did McKinney think of his trip? "It was pretty good, I enjoyed myself," he said. McKinney, who took the trip without his parents, said that one part of the trip really stood out.
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See It To Believe It - Scout
See It To Believe It
By Jamie Newberg National Recruiting Analyst
Date: Jan 26, 2005
Here we are, a week before National Signing Day and I just witnessed the most impressive film of all for any prospect among the Class of 2005. It was Ryan Perrilloux's senior highlight film and 20 minutes worth. Here are four long video packages. You have to see it to believe it.
Scout.com just released it's National Top 100, where Ryan Perrilloux found himself sitting No. 2 overall and at the quarterback position. He is behind his good friend, quarterback Mark Sanchez from Mission Viejo, Calif.
The two are so different yet so a like. They both exude confidence, are terrific leaders and field generals. They command respect. Physically, they don't compare. Sanchez is talented, has a good arm and moves well enough. Physically, Perrilloux is off the charts. Where Sanchez has the edge over Perrilloux right now is the mental side of the game. He makes quicker and more decisive decisions with the ball.
As far as upside, no one in the nation has more than Ryan Perrilloux. If you don't believe me, than watch the video for yourself. Perrilloux, from LaPlace (La.) East St. John High School, is an amazing talent blessed with the best arm in the country. He is not Michael Vick running the ball but he has some very similiar traits. Most of all, you can't lay a hand on him in the pocket.
Perrilloux had an incredible senior season, passing for 3,546 yards (225/342) and 30 touchdown passes and running for 1,460 yards (226 carries) and 37 touchdowns. He accounted for 69 total touchdowns and finished his career second in total yards behind Brock Berlin with 12,705 yards.
ScoutTV proudly presents four video highlight packages of the nation's No. 2 prospect, Ryan Perrilloux. It is courtesy of Versatile Productions.
Video: Ryan Perrilloux 1
Video: Ryan Perrilloux 2
Video: Ryan Perrilloux 3
Video: Ryan Perrilloux 4
<font color="#b90000">Monday, January 24, 2005</font> Late Recruiting News - 01/24/05
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Tavares Kearney Discusses Commitment - Scout
Tavares Kearney Discusses Commitment
By Chad Simmons**Scout.com - South
Date: Jan 24, 2005
The news broke early this morning that Tavares Kearney, a linebacker out of Tucker, GA committed to the Georgia Bulldogs. He the announcement on V103, a local radio station here in Atlanta. we caught up with Kearney, and he gave us the details of his commitment.
Why did Tavares Kearney pick the home state Bulldogs?
"The coaches are great. I thought the facilities were great and I really liked the new linebacker coach."
Coach Jancek, the new linebacker coach was just hired by Coach Richt about a week ago. What are Kearney's thoughts on Coach Jancek?
"He is a real cool guy. He can be funny, but he knows when to get down to business too. I really like that."
What was the biggest reason Kearney chose the Dawgs over the Buckeyes?
"It is so much closer to home. I wanted to be near my mom. Also, the weather here is much better than Ohio State."
Now that Tavares Kearney has given his verbal commitment to Coach Richt and the Georgia Bulldogs, he has decided not to take anymore visits. Mr. Kearney has put recruiting behind him and will sign his letter of intent next Wednesday and fax it over to Coach Richt in Athens, GA.
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Worthington shares the latest - Rivals PREMIUM
January 24, 2005
Worthington shares the latest
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Bill Kurelic
BuckeyeSports.com Recruiting Analyst *
Athol Springs (N.Y.) St. Francis defensive end Doug Worthington gives the latest on his commitment situation, who might be his second choice behind Ohio State, and his status on taking another official visit.
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Schlichter Discusses His Early Choices - Scout PREMIUM
Schlichter Discusses His Early Choices
By Sam Webb
Date: Jan 24, 2005
Washington C.H. (Ohio) Miami Trace junior quarterback Miles Schlichter is already hearing from a number of colleges. Schlichter also appeared at the recent national combine in San Antonio. Click here for more on this intriguing prospect.