Creekside senior quarterback Felix Harper just decided to commit to Alcorn State today. The athletic dual-threat quarterback had a long recruiting process and has finally found a home with the Braves. He announced today via Twitter: “First I want to to thank Jesus Christ My Lord and Savior. I want to thank all the
Honey Badger Award
Georgia has some of the best defensive play-makers in the country. “The Honey Badger Award” goes to the athlete who made the top interception returned for a touchdown. After reviewing film and submissions, here are our top four momentum swinging pick six plays from the 2015 season (Watch 1 min YouTube video above).
Blessed Trinity Duo Commit to Cumberlands
University of Cumberlands picked up two big time All-State players from Blessed Trinity recently. Running back Milton Shelton (committed last night) and offensive guard Matthew J. Castner both decided to become Patriots. Castner told Recruit Georgia the prospect of playing for championships was an important factor. “They played in the NAIA national championship 2
South Carolina State Lands Jarrod Jones
Jarrod Jones, an extremely athletic outside linebacker from Westlake High School, committed to South Carolina State over the weekend. He announced his commitment via Twitter: His decision was on the heels of a visit last weekend. Fighting his way through inclement winter weather, Jones made the arduous trip to Orangeberg, SC, where he had an
Dickerson Pops to Reinhardt on MLK Day
Brian Dickerson, a lightening-quick cover corner from Mount Zion HS, committed to Reinhardt on Martin Luther King Jr. Day this month. He announced via Twitter: “Proud To Say I Have Committed To Reinhardt University.” Big signings come in all sizes, and Dickerson is no exception. We first saw the lightening quick corner spring 2015,
Robert Black is Mr. Hitstick
A week ago, our community voted for the biggest hit of the 2015 season. Junior safety Robert Black, a new transfer to Newton, ran away with the vote with his devastating hit against Lakeside. The first team All Region DB’s whole highlight reel is one big hit after another. He has very good acceleration
White’s Wheels Showcased at VTO Combine
Carl White III turned heads last month at the Elite Junior Classic and has continued his successful offseason camp circuit at the VTO combine held this weekend in Atlanta. The exciting Arabia Mountain running back (5’10” 175 pounds) showed out at the combine. He ran a lightening-quick 4.07 shuttle time, which was fastest time of the
Patterson Commits to Reinhardt
Lakeside senior quarterback Nick Patterson committed to Reinhardt University yesterday. He announce via Twitter: Very glad to say after much thought I have decided to commit to Reinhardt University!! Go Eagles!! The athletic new Reinhardt commit displays a lot of potential at quarterback. He has good measurements at 6′ 175-pound, runs a 4.62, and
Tech Grabs Hometown Pass Rusher
Tyler Vernon switched his commitment from Army to Georgia Tech as a preferred walkon last night. Mill Creek‘s all-time leading sacker told us why he made the switch. “This is my goal to stay close to home with my friends and family and play football at the highest possible level, all while gaining access to
Recruit Georgia’s Da Bomb Award
Georgia has some of the best quarterbacks in the country. Just two weeks ago, Tom Lemming from CBS Sports came into Georgia raving about how Georgia’s signal callers are some of the best. The “Da Bomb Award” honors the top gunslinger who made the most impressive deep pass during last season. After
Brown is a Rock Solid Blue Devil Commit
Brittain Brown hosted Duke Blue Devil coaches David Cutcliffe and Jeff Faris on January 19th. Keith Brown, Brittain’s father, let Recruit Georgia know the visit went very well. While feasting on savory southern cooking, the Duke coaches complimented Brittain on his outstanding character. The Cherokee community is very proud of Brittain and made sure
Senior Finds the Wright Home
Markus Wright, a senior athlete from Jordan HS, committed to Army West Point last night. The 6’3″ 215-pound athlete from Columbus, Ga announced via Twitter: The onetime Univ. California commit reopened his recruitment on December 9th after carefully considering his options. He told Recruit Georgia earlier today his reasoning. “I decommitted from Cal for a few
Ratings Rehashed
Here at Recruit Georgia we already know that our opinion is not the end all be all. That is why we encourage users to submit ratings for a player. After all, someone else might have a much more detailed insight about a certain prospect (I also think the whole star system is rigged based off
Roswell Senior Commits to West Alabama
Will Stapefeldt, a versatile senior offensive lineman from Roswell HS, committed to West Alabama today. The center/guard prospect announced via Twitter: The 6’2″ 270-pound lineman was a first team All-Region lineman. He had 7 offers, including: West Alabama, Morehead State, Centre College, University of Pikeville & Lyon College. He was offered by West Alabama on
Kwon Williams Flips to Panthers
Senior Kwon Williams, a super-versatile athlete from West Hall HS, flipped his commitment earlier today from UCF to Georgia State. Williams announced via Twitter: “After talking to my family and coaches I’ll be flipping my commitment and continuing my education at Georgia State.” The senior athlete was a UCF commit this entire fall but
Camden’s Nash is a Midshipmen
Longtime Recruit Georgia user Mack Nash ended his recruitment this weekend with a commitment to the Naval Academy. He announced via Twitter: “Excited to announce my commitment to Coach Niumatalolo and the USNA.” Nash is an excellent student athlete and should fit right in at Navy. He choose the Middies over Army, Middle Tennessee,
Garner Webb Lands A Sleeper
Northview senior Alexander Ikoku committed to Gardner Webb yesterday evening. The athletic defensive end/linebacker announced on Twitter: Ikoku choose the Gardner Webb Bulldogs over Presbyterian, FAMU, Murray State, Valparaiso & Morehead State. When we first spoke with Ikoku back in early fall, he was still looking for his first offer, but after a strong
Recruit Georgia’s Hitstick Award
Georgia has some of the biggest headhunters in the country. This honor goes to the defender who lays the lumber the best. A player that strikes fear into the oppositions if they choose throw a play down the middle of the field. After reviewing film and submissions, here are our “Top Five Biggest Hits”
Sensational Sophomore Making Waves
Greggory Rodgers’ II recruiting process is young, but he certainly doesn’t lack the attention and rightfully so. The sophomore outside linebacker from Grovetown, has a nose for the ball and is an outstanding athlete. Even though he played about 50% of the snaps this season, Rodgers totaled 75 tackles and had a defensive score off
Quintarius Neely Creates Big Plays
(Watch video above for Recruit Georgia’s top Quintarius Neely plays) Quintarius Neely was a new transfer to Roswell this season, and for some, there would be a transition to new surroundings and teammates. Not for this senior. Neely had a massive season, accounting for 3,198 yards passing and 671 rushing—just under 4,000
Five Freshmen Are All-Americans
MaxPreps came out with its annual high school freshman All-American list, and five from Georgia made the first team. That’s right, five out of the top 22 players for the class of 2019 are from Georgia. While many of their classmates were getting used to the freshman curriculum, these five were starting out
Recruiting Recap 1/9
The dead period lifts on January 14th, which means the 2016 recruiting cycle is about to be cranked up a few notches (even though offers still seem to be rolling in). Anybody who tags @RecruitGeorgia in your “commitment tweet” will get an automatic featured story on the website – guaranteed! VINELIGHT Rasheed Marshall from Spalding HS
Rockdale Recruit Commits to Limestone
Rockdale’s senior cornerback Rodney Williams announced earlier today that he had committed to Limestone University. He announced via Twitter: Williams told Recruit Georgia that Limestone had been recruiting him the hardest and that it felt the most like home. His commitment is soft, and he admits that he would have to reconsider if another
Human Joystick Award
The first annual Recruit Georgia awards are now underway and the first category that will be kicking off the voting is the “Human Joystick” award. This honor goes to the most elusive play, where the player’s ability to juke defenders looks more like a video game. All nominations are provided by Recruit
Recruiting Recap 12/17
Will be out of town this weekend; a certain college is going bowling and this alumnus cannot miss the opportunity. Below, read about the latest recruiting news in Georgia. Checkout our video from last weekend’s state final games. LINK VINELIGHT Aquinas’ Justin Gibbs makes a leaping TD grab RECRUITING BUZZ Devin Miller, a senior outside