Norval McKenzie
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Running Backs/Run Game Coordinator #StingEm🐝 #Flyboyz 👐🏽
Joined May 2012
Recruits:.We are looking for guys that have that GT in them…. Wants to be GreaT.Has GriT.Extremely GifTed. EVERYTHING MATTERS 🐝
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Prospect: Coach yal sleeping on me. Me: How?. Prospect: bc yal haven’t offered. Me: You only have 2min of Highlights and your longest run is 12yds. Prospect: I’m gonna eat this yr. Me: I’m pulling for you! How are your grades?. Prospect: They will be better . Me: 😴.
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Recruits:.Saying you’re blessed to receive (whatever #) scholarship has become cliche. Please remember it is truly that, a blessing! Do not take it for granted. As coaches, we receive hundreds of texts, calls, & emails daily of kids who wish they were you! EVERYTHING MATTERS ‼️.
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Recruits:.Being endorsed by your coach is awesome! But what does the random person in the hallway think of you? The janitor? The secretary in the front office? Just how you want to be a 5 ⭐️ on the field, you should strive to be one off the field as well. EVERYTHING matters ‼️.
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Recruits:.Looking for some 2023s that are lit 🔥… those that have:. abiLITy.versatiLITy.possibiLITy.humiLITy.eLITe. EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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My recruiting is 100% open. Looking for the top Student-Athletes out there! Stay tuned. Watching hudl links everyday. EVERYTHING MATTERS ‼️.
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My recruiting is 100% open. Looking for the top Student-Athletes out there! Stay tuned. Watching hudl links everyday. EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Recruits:.Zoom calls are a form of interview. You should treat them as such. Be on time, sit up, put a shirt on, represent yourself and your family w/ class. First impressions are everything. EVERYTHING MATTERS ‼️.
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Recruits:.If you are a 2023 prospect or beyond, we CANNOT respond to your DMs, text you back, or initiate a call. I promise we are not being rude, just adhering to the rules administered by the NCAA. Thanks!. EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Recruits:.We are looking for young men with ability. accountability, dependability, workability, etc. EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Recruits:.What we are looking for in a RB…. Speed .Burst/Acceleration.Vision.Contact balance .Lateral movement skills.Toolbelt (Moves/Makem miss).COD (Change of direction) .Versatility.Ball skills out of the backfield.Return game capability.Production . EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Recruits:.Saying you’re blessed to receive (whatever #) scholarship has become cliche. Please remember it is truly that, a blessing! Do not take it for granted. As coaches, we receive hundreds of texts, calls, & emails daily of kids who wish they were you! .EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Recruits:. Roses are red.Violets are blue.Class of 2023.Are you gonna out do 2022?!. EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Recruits:.If you are a 2022 prospect or beyond, we CANNOT DM you or text you back! However, if you call we can answer. Lastly, we are not being rude but only following the rules that the NCAA have set! .EVERYTHING MATTERS ‼️.
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Recruits:.Don’t burn bridges when it comes to recruiting. Treat all schools the same. A lot can change over the course of 10-12 months! You never know. 🤷🏾♂️ A lot of kids always come back around at the end after acting big time in the beginning. Same goes for us coaches 💯.
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Recruits:.Bringing the apt tour to you today! This is University Pointe where some of our players live! Just another perk we have at UofL! It’s a lifestyle. EVERYTHING MATTERS ‼️#Tothepartments #TheVille #LsUp #CardNation @UofLFootball @ULFBRecruiting
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Coaches:.When out recruiting, if you see this Store and it’s open find the nearest HS! Always ballers nearby. Free Game. EVERYTHING MATTERS 🐝
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Recruits: .Stop putting out a top 5, 8, & 10 when u know u cannot commit to those schools. Heard a prospect say he’s just listing his “BEST” offers 🤦🏾♂️ The recruiting process & your decision is not a popularity contest. EVERYTHING MATTERS ‼️.
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22’s yal are on the ⏰. You’re only a year away from making your dream a reality. Let’s get it!!! #LsUp #TheVille #FlyVille #CardNation @UofLFootball @ULFBRecruiting
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Recruits:.We have the best scouting & recruiting department in the country. There is no surprise that when we extend an offer to young person certain schools follow suit. We take it as a compliment. We trust our own eyes! . EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Things that matter:. 1. Transcript .2. Film.3. Coach thoughts. A more in depth understanding. Transcript (Not just GPA, tardies and absences) Film (What’s going on when you don’t have the ball or the play is away. any strain?!) Will your coach endorse you? Work ethic, character?.
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Recruits: .You should be putting together a season highlight tape. Put your best plays 1st. I just watched a hudl tape where 5min went by & the longest run was 15yds. Most would have cut it off. Help yourself! . EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Recruits:.Hearing too many HS coaches say “he doesn’t play any other sports, he trains with a guy up the street”. Research shows more multi-sport guys make it than those who specialize. In addition, make sure that trainer has gone where you’re trying to go. EVERYTHING MATTERS ‼️.
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Recruits:. Coming soon… . The edge center is going to be 🔥🔥🔥 . EVERYTHING MATTERS 🐝
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Recruits:.Why wouldn’t you want to play for a HC who has won a National Championship? An OC who won one! Oh and a QB coach who’s won one AND was a Heisman trophy winner! . EVERYTHING MATTERS 🐝.
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Recruits:.We’re looking for guys with ICE in their veins…. -Loves practICE.-Willing to sacrifICE.-Brings the juICE. EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Recruits:.Just a friendly reminder that Phone calls, FaceTimes, Zooms, Snap, etc is part of the evaluation/interviewing process as well… not just Hudl. EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Recruits:.Remember, in addition to your film, your transcript is important. We don’t just look at the core classes, and GPA. we also look at how many days you’ve missed and how many tardies you have! EVERYTHING matters ‼️.
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Recruits: .Don’t be upset when a coach asks you to camp… he’s identified you as a prospect that he wants to see in person. Think about all the kids who show up that hasn’t been contacted at all. GO EARN IT!!. EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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It’s the SEC they said. Louisville is soft they said. they have coaches who coached in the Rose Bowl they said. They’ll finish 7-6 they said!!! ACC ACC ACC ‼️ Nothing but fuel!!! 🔥 🔥 GoCards #LsUp #CardNation @UofLFootball @ULFBRecruiting
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Recruits:.Too many guys can tell me their stats and 40 time but not their GPA. It’s equally important!. EVERYTHING MATTERS 🐝.
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2023’s:. Where yal at?!?! #FirstCla22 set the bar… #GoldStandard23 you’re on the clock ⏰ . EVERYTHING Matters ⚓️.
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Recruits:.Want to make yourself more marketable? Have good grades! . EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Recruits:.For those who are not playing basketball… Run Track! For those who are playing basketball, when your season is over, Run Track! Speed is important. Ppl have been offered bc they are fast, never bc they are slow. EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Recruits:.Slept on? When I came out there were no cell phone, no hudl, no twitter, no highlight tapes, no rankings, no 7 on 7, no pers. trainers, no nothing! My coach sent game film on VHS & coaches didn’t have GPS to get to schools. C’mon just keep working! .EVERYTHING MATTERS‼️.
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Recruits:.Wherever you go, you got to EARN it. It’s that simple! . EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Prospect: coach you want to 👀my 7on7 tape? . Me: include it w/ your HS tape . Prospect: Coach I don’t have any HS tape. they sleeping on me. Me: Thinking to myself. well I guess it’s about time for me to go to bed as well. **I am not offering a RB off of 7on7 tape 🤷🏾♂️.
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Roll call. 22’s where y’all at?! It’s about that time ⏰ #LsUp #TheVille #FlyVille #CardNation #L1C4 @UofLFootball @ULFBRecruiting
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Recruits: .I said this last year… Don’t be upset when a coach asks you to camp. He’s identified you as a prospect that he wants to see in person. Think about all the kids who show up that hasn’t been contacted at all. GO EARN IT!!. EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Recruits:.You don’t have to settle here at Georgia Tech! . Education - (4th ranked public school in the nation). Location - (Atlanta). Conference - (ACC/Power 5). Come compete at a high level EVERYDAY! Life decision!. EVERYTHING MATTERS 🐝.
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Recruits:.It’s all about relationships…. Your relationship w/God.Your relationship w/parents,mentor, coach.Your relationship w/ the process .Your relationship w/ the ball.Your relationship w/ your inner self. It all matters…. EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Recruits:.I was asked, what can you be doing right now for college coaches? 1. Practice social distancing 2. Take your online classes seriously 3. Do whatever your HS coach is asking of you 4. Stay positive! *we have access to hudl, you’re good* . EVERYTHING MATTERS ‼️.
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Recruits:. We got drip 4 sale -Plies voice. EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️
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Happy Easter 🐰🐣. Next year there will be another bunny hopping around.
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All athletes should understand that when your coach is getting on you hard, YOU ARE BEING COUNTED ON NOT PICKED ON! Embrace the grind.
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Recruits:.It takes more than just your hudl tape to EARN a scholarship. EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Happy Birthday to my guy, Storm! 4yrs old today. 🎉 🎈 🎊 🎂
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Recruits:.Vanderbilt is a special place! Nashville is a special city! The SEC is a special conference! If granted an opportunity, consider yourself special as well. This place isn’t for everybody but those who choose it, do not regret it!. EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Being on time… you control. Giving great effort… you control. Asking questions… you control. Having a great attitude… you control. Being prepared… you control. Making good grades… you control. Don’t make excuses & control the controllables! . EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Recruits:.Your transcript says a lot about who you are. Right, wrong, or indifferent the grades, tardies, and absences paint a picture. How are you defined?. EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Recruits: .Who’s hungry? We are looking for guys who wanna EAT!!. Wants to be grEAT.UnbEATable.Poses a thrEAT to the opponent . EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Recruits:.Coaches are not on the road to see you loaf, stand at the back of the line, and not finish! These are the things that hudl doesn’t show… it’s more than the tape!. EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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2024s:.We are excited about you just as we are about the 2023 class, however, please understand that the rules are different for you than it is for them. We cannot call you, text, or DM. We are not being rude, just adhering to NCAA protocol. Thank you!. EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Recruits: .Just be honest. Don’t say you have good grades and your GPA is a 2.3. Don’t have on your profile that you’re 5’11 when you’re really 5’8. You will eventually have to send in a transcript and be measured…. EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Recruits:.The only Stars⭐️we care about are the ones around the V! We trust our evals… just put it on tape. We will find you!. EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Recruits:.Your Friday night success is a reflection of your Monday-Thursday preparation! You must fall in love with the process. EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Recruits:.If a school has offered you & they are taking 1 person at your position, please understand that if another young man commit, the spot is now filled/gone. Seem like some ppl are confused by this. EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Recruits:.You’re spending TIME in the weight room, on the field, on 7on7 teams, w/ a personal trainer & playing multiple sports. Also spend TIME studying, asking questions, doing HW. The championship mindset on the field also applies off of it it as well. EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Recruits: .You cannot have a million dollar dream with a $2 work ethic! . EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Recruits:.How can you spend time, money, and effort to attend all these camps, but not have the same energy when it comes to doing your school work? Do both at a high level. EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Recruits:.Don’t burn bridges. Be respectful, be cordial… You never know what will happen in a year. A lot of guys reaching out now who at one point in time would never respond. EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Recruits: .I tell my guys by choosing Vanderbilt, they all will be successful. It will look diff. for each person, but they all will benefit from their experiences. You don’t compete against the best Mon-Fri & again on Sat & not leave here prepared for life. EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Recruits:.Come be a part of a fun and explosive 🧨 offense! . EVERYTHING MATTERS 🐝
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Recruits (2024):.This is your most important year of HS on the field! Put it on tape 🎥 . EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Recruits:.Do NOT make your decision off what seems to be most popular. The process is not a popularity contest! This decision goes beyond likes, retweets, followers, etc. Its about U & where you can see yourself growing & being successful. It’s YOUR future. EVERYTHING MATTERS ‼️.
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Looking for 2021 RBs who want to join #TheStable. Stable Musts:. Grades, Character, Work Ethic, Competitor, Leader, Relentless, Committed, Team Guy. As well as. Size, Speed, Twitch, Quick, Great, Burst/Accel, Vision, Contact Balance, Can catch, Make ya miss, physical, PR, KOR.
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Recruits:.Yesterday I showed you where our players live on campus. Today I’m bringing another area on campus where you will spend a lot of your time! See your future room below 👇🏾#TheVille #FlyVille #LsUp #CardNation #WtRoom @UofLFootball @ULFBRecruiting
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9yrs ago she received a recruiting letter from me (on Facebook). 5 years ago she signed her letter of intent. And guess what?! She’s still a top recruit, still my best signee, still exceeding my expectations! Happy Anniversary love! My 5 ⭐️ 🤗
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Being on time. you control. Giving great effort. you control. Asking questions. you control. Having a great attitude. you control. Being prepared. you control. Stop making excuses and control the controllables! . EVERYTHING MATTERS ‼️.
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#TheVille is electric! Doesn’t matter if it’s football, basketball, or any sport we have the best fans in the country! There are no pro teams in the state. Recruits you are the main event!!! This is a special place for special ppl. Best day of the week? Satterday!! @UofLFootball
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What a tradition! What a new perspective! Nothing is better than getting together every Wednesday night around a fire & praying together, for each other, and for our student-athletes. FAMILY isn’t just cliche around here! #Different @CoachSattUofL @chris_morgan37 @UofLFootball
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Recruits:.We are looking for men of character… not characters! Surround yourself w/ ppl who have just as much to lose as you do. EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Recruits:.You’re spending TIME in the weight room, on the field, on 7on7 teams, w/ a personal trainer & playing multiple sports. Also spend TIME studying, asking questions, doing HW. The championship mindset on the field also applies off of it it as well. EVERYTHING MATTERS ‼️.
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Recruits:.Why is camp important? It confirms your film. In addition, it shows us if you’re coachable, competitive, and a finisher!! Those intangibles are extremely important. Go earn it!!. EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Recruits: .Just be honest. Don’t say you have good grades & your GPA is a 2.3. Your profile shouldn’t say that you’re 5’11 when you’re really 5’8. You will eventually have to send in a transcript and be measured…. EVERYTHING MATTERS 🐝.
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Recruits: .Great example Never let someone try and be the author of your book/story! Predicted to win 2 games this year and now we sit at 7-4!! We’re on a mission. Reality>Perception. EVERYTHING MATTERS 🐝
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Recruits:.I honestly love/appreciate when a young man says he cannot make it to campus bc he has a track meet or wrestling match… means he’s competing and in a spring sport. We’ll see ya when it’s time!!. EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Recruits:.If you’re not being contacted consistently by the coach who coaches your position. you’re not high on that schools list. EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Recruits: .Coaches can tell a lot about you when they walk into a school. It’s an interview process. First impressions are what each coach is going to remember. The tape peaks the interests, but there are a lot more variables than just a hudl highlight. EVERYTHING MATTERS ‼️.
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Recruits:.You cannot have a million dollar dream with a $2 work ethic. EVERYTHING MATTERS ‼️.
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2020 prospects:.Take note of what happened yesterday. A lot of guys signed to the school of their dreams (Bc of work, sacrifice, commitment, character, good grades & test score) Some dreams were deferred due to the lack thereof. Take control of your dream/future! Be Elite 💯.
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Recruits:.We have the best QB room in the country! If you play an offensive skill position, pull up. Make GT your 🏠 . EVERYTHING MATTERS 🐝.
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Recruits:.We are looking for guys who are able!.Reliable, Adaptable, Capable, Knowledgeable . etc. EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Recruits: .Just a friendly reminder that while on the road, coaches will be talking to more ppl than just your coach. Counselors, teachers, lunch room personnel, etc. Scholarship offers go beyond the tape!. EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Recruits:.I’ve seen a lot of tweets out there about you’re on the clock. I hope you are not now going to start working hard in the classroom/field! I hope you know you’ve been on the clock since you entered HS & it’s all imp. 24s & 25s you’re on as well!. EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Recruit: What do I have to do in order to receive an offer?. Me: Compete every single day to be the best in the class room, wt room, & on the playing surface. Recruit: I’ve been doing that. Me: Then it’s only a matter of time that the hard work pays off. EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Recruits:.Speed is the name of the game… we look for guys who can RUN! . OutRUN.RUNdown.RUNaway.RUNover. EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Recruits:.Don’t wait til the end of HS to focus on grades and a test score. Too many prospects are qualified, committing early, signing early, and enrolling early for programs to wait on a possibility. Take a business approach and attack your dream! EVERYTHING matters ‼️.
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Recruits:.Be grateful of any offer extended to you! Rather it’s 1 or 41, D3 or P5, it’s a blessing. Many are not afforded that opportunity and wish they were in your shoes! Continue to dream BIG and be thankful!. EVERYTHING MATTERS ‼️.
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Who else up hitting these 24s?!?! I’m excited about these dudes!. #AnchorDown #EarnItEvery24. EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Recruits:.We are looking for guys w/ the IT factor! They have… . ambITion.great attITudes.abilITy.elITe. And are a great fIT!. EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Recruits:.Sometimes you have to make a business decision and not what’s considered the most popular one. It’s about YOU & YOUR future. You know when you know 💯. EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Recruits:.When you visit a school, be ready to ask questions! This is your future. Ask what it takes to earn a scholarship, how are the academics, what’s the development plan, program vision, depth chart, etc! Have a plan!. EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Recruits:.Do NOT make your decision off what seems to be most popular. The process is not a popularity contest! This decision goes beyond likes, retweets, followers, etc. Its about U & where you can see yourself growing & being successful. It’s YOUR future. EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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Recruits:.When I speak, it’s from experience. I was here when:. We were top 25.College Gameday was on campus.We started 4-0.We went .500 in conference play.We went to a Bowl.We won our bowl game. We will be back… trust the process. EVERYTHING MATTERS ⚓️.
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