Location, Location, Location!

In real estate the question is often asked about how a property's value is determined?  The answer?  That's simple stupid: Location, location, location!

But what some college football fans don't know is that when it comes to college football recruiting the very same answer can be used to answer the question: "Where will Johnny Five Star sign?"

What most fans of college teams all across the U.S. don't realize is that over 80% of high school athletes sign with a college team in their home state.  In fact it is said by most of the National recruiting experts that location, location, location is the number one factor in recruiting decisions happening in living rooms each and every National Signing Day.

Those fans that constantly wonder or complain out loud on blogs and message boards all across the Internet by asking: "Why didn't Johnny Five Star sign with my team?" really don't have a clue about just how the National recruiting game actually works.  So let me enlighten you.

Let's take a look at the current top 10 ranked teams for the 2013 recruiting class according to Scout.com:

1. Michigan
2. USC
3. Texas A&M
4. Notre Dame
5. Georgia
6. LSU
7. Ohio State
8. Texas
9. Auburn
10. Alabama

Now a couple of quick facts and comments about those recruits who have verbally committed so far:

• To date these 10 top ranked teams have a total of 185 total verbal commits combined.
• None of the teams in the current Scout top 10 rankings are from Florida so it would make perfect sense that ONLY 10 of these 185 verbal commits, or less than 6%, are from Florida.
• Four of them are from what we consider the University of Miami's designated geographical recruiting area of South Florida which is comprised of Dade, Broward and Palm Beach Counties with Lee County thrown in for good measure (Plantation, Ft Lauderdale, Cooper City, Naples).
• Four of them are from the Central Florida area (Orlando [2], Lakeland, Ocala) which is within the University of Florida's designated footprint for recruiting.
• Two of them are from North Florida (Pensacola and Tallahassee) which of course is the official stomping grounds of the Florida State Seminoles. 

The point of all of this being that the top 10 ranked teams for the 2013 recruiting cycle are not getting their talent from Florida because they are not located in Florida.  The perception that UM, UF and FSU are all losing out on all the top talent from Florida does not stand the light of day test.

Of the ten players verbally committed to the top 10 ranked teams:

• Eight are rated as just above average three-star players.
• One is a four-star player (TE Mike Heuerman to Notre Dame).
• Only one is a five-star (DL Joey Bosa to Ohio State). 

It is not like these teams are raping and pillaging the Sunshine State to get their players. They are staying home to get most if not all of their talent.  And the same is also true for "The Big Three" in Florida: UM, UF and FSU.

So if these players are not coming from Florida, a nationally known hot-bed of high school football talent, then where?  Well, I  am so glad you asked!  This brings us right back to our "location, location, location" theme of this article, so stick with me here.

Four of the top 10 ranked teams have NO recruits from Florida, three have just one and only three have more than one.  Notre Dame, which obviously has always had national recruiting presence even in spite of their recent mediocrity on the field has two, and Ohio State, with former Florida Gator head coach Urban Meyer at the helm, also has two.

The only team in the top 10 with three verbal commits from Florida?  Why the closest State geographically to the Sunshine State: Georgia of course!

Everyone is raving about USC's complete domination of five-star talent for 2013. In fact the Trojans have a whopping SIX five-star recruits that have verbally committed so far.  The next highest is Michigan with three five-star recruits, followed by a few teams with two already verbally committed.

So if you really want to find out where these players are coming from, and where they are going in much greater detail, then come back on Monday for the rest of the story.

Comments

[mi@mic@ne]

With all this oversight for the last 25 yrs ...about the time Paterno was hiding the rape of young boys... yea really effective. I guess the next step is to get cameras and put them in all the locker rooms.. lol... maybe the system is broken... maybe the kids are being taught anti social behavior by being treated like a commodity.

[elliott]

Regardless if the statements are true or not in the NCAA eyes were are a dirty no good program full of street thugs. Also after playing NCAA 2013 it is apparent that we SUCK. Not to sound too harsh but this current roster is a joke other than the defense which looks to be better than expected our offense sucks. We have no good QB,TE, and maybe one or two good WR's and that is it. Our O line will suck again and we will not win more than 7 games this year. The way it is looking now we will probably be lucky to win 5 games. I love the CANES and always will be a fan but as I have gotten older I have became more in tune with reality and I no longer sip the kool aid. The kool aid was too sweet anyway....

6-6 Miami 2013 record.........

[elliott]

By the way OhioCane.....

How in the world did you go undefeated with Miami in NCAA? We really suck on the game so bad that I enjoy playing with other teams.

[mi@mic@ne]

I dont believe in defeat. Im a Cane. I dont forget what it was like to raise my fist... laugh at the unman tiling of the opponent.The reason that we are winners is because we do not accept losing. Losing is having losers on the field and on the staff. Those people need to find another program.. get a degree in sowing.

Canes dominate..take no prisoners...party like hell and boast like they are on top of the world. Thats where my energy is focused with i go to games.. watch these kids. I do not waste my time. I know for sure we are gonna turn this around. Because we are winners.

[WGT22]

WGT22 - good post. I have a question though. If barrow went to golden and told him he committed violations wouldn't golden have let him go especially since UM is under investigation?

Posted by: The What | July 22, 2012 at 12:22 PM

I think we will know something about Barrow and this whole situation much sooner than later. Coach Golden will prove that he, and only he is in charge when it does I've no doubt.

Have a great day 4-Real and Go C.A.N.E.S.

[Jiggafras]

I am in season 7 of my NCAA 13 dynasty....with the canes of course. I play on Heisman with all default sliders. I won 5 ACC titles and 4 BCS titles.
First season i went 14-0 , second season i went 12-2, lost to FSU and Michigan State and played in the sugar bowl and won v Iowa.

3rd season i went 13-1 and national title, lost to texas at in Austin. 4th season i was 12-0 going into the ACC title game, played Clemson, they beat me 55 to 30 lol. I threw 5 picks....5 pick 6s.
had to play in the Orange bowl and won.

5th season I went 13-1 lost to VT in blacksburg 41-40...could not stop the bitches for some reason, and they scored with 3 seconds to go. They were leading the coastal by head to head over me and lost their last game to UVA haha, i went to the ACC title and smacked Clemson ass lol, Won the NT.
6th season i just completed 14-0 first back to back title. I play all my OOC games on the road and v highly ranked teams. I just played IOWA and they were #3 first game in week 2.

[CaneRock]

Coach Golden will prove that he, and only he is in charge when it does I've no doubt.

Posted by: WGT22 | July 22, 2012 at 02:42 PM

NO!, Coach Golden is NOT! in charge, Shalala IS!

I think after being blindsided with Robinson's last "story", I'll assume that She's on top of things from now on.

I'll take Her word for it that Barrow didn't commit any recruiting violations:

"The Associated Press reported that it obtained an e-mail in which UM president Donna Shalala told trustees Thursday that “someone who had a low level position at one time” would likely accuse Barrow of recruiting violations. Shalala, according to the AP, said it has already been investigated."

Read more here: http://www.miamiherald.com/2012/07/21/2904868_p2/report-university-of-miami-coach.html#storylink=cpy

[CaneRock]

And somebody said something about Allen telling Luke no as far as Robinson interviewing Him. And from re-reading the story, NO WHERE in that article does Robinson quote Allen.

And since Olivier and Chick being at a strip club was part of Allen's testimony, why WEREN'T Olivier and Chick subpoena'd to testify in bankruptcy court...

Ish just doesn't add up and jibe to me.

[The What]

So Michael Rosenberg from SI.com (sports illustrated) thinks the death penalty for psu is too severe and punishes the wrong people.

If the PSU scandal has done anything it has shone a bright light on the hypocrisy of our society, especially those with the loudest voice (the media). Yes it is only football we are talking about, but what is wrong with our society when justifications are made on behalf of a school that harbored and protected a child predator for over a decade and yet there is outrage and horror at a school that breaks NCAA infractions that seem so trivial in the grand scheme of things you wonder why they are violations to begin with.

When you defend an institution that harbored and enabled a child predator, or when "journalists" can drag a mans name through the mud without any evidence or clearly omitting information for his story, or when the media shoots more venom at a school for strip clubs, parties, etc, and coddles the school that harbored a pedophile then there is something really wrong with societies gate keepers (the media).

I kept it to football but our media really needs a complete overhaul.

[TonyCane]

The What, are you sure that The Guardian is not simply referring to the SEC's collective budget for recruiting signing bonuses?

[CaneRock]

Posted by: The What | July 22, 2012 at 03:57 PM

And notice, NOT A WORD! about the RELOCATION of PaternHoe's statue. But yet, all day yesterday, ESPN had this long ass scroll detailing our latest allegations.

[4-Real]

CGNC RULES!!!

[Montreal-Cane]

ACC Commissioner John Swofford stands by UM Canes Coach Al Golden

From Susan at the Herald

Here's my story that I just posted online:

GREENSBORO, N.C. -- Atlantic Coast Conference commissioner John Swofford said Sunday after he addressed reporters during the opening session of the ACC Football Kickoff that he would be shocked’’ if University of Miami football coach Al Golden were personally involved in any NCAA violations.

Swofford was asked by The Miami Herald about his reaction when he read the newest Yahoo! Sports report allegations about Miami.
Well, I don’t know how new they are,’’ he answered. That’s an ongoing investigation.’’

Swofford was then asked specifically about Yahoo! reporting that coach Al Golden had direct knowledge of UM football improprieties after he arrived at UM. What was Swofford’s reaction to that part of the report?
You never want to read any more of that,’’ Swofford said. I’ve seen all of that I want to see. You’re never happy when you read that, but again, I don’t know if that’s necessarily a new part of that investigation. It may simply be something that has been thrown out there that isn’t new. I don’t know. I really can’t comment on an ongoing investigation on a piecemeal basis.’’

Then Swofford was asked, How about just your own gut and how you feel having gotten to know Al Golden?
Swofford’s response: If Al Golden were involved in anything inappropriate in terms of NCAA rules I would be shocked.’’

SUSAN MILLER DEGNAN

Read more here: http://miamiherald.typepad.com/umiami/2012/07/acc-commissioner-john-swofford-stands-by-um-canes-coach-al-golden.html#storylink=cpy

[CoCane]

CEO! The God of the Legion. As he giveth, so he taketh away. Lol!

I aint think that comment was delete worthy but your da boss...

Can u at least give me some feedback on my Alex Collins concerns? Thanks

[Montreal-Cane]

http://video.theacc.com/news-and-info/latest-news/1748385915001/2012-Miami-Football-Teaser/videos/

[CoCane]

4 Real,

Don't spaz out. Take a deep breath & make sure you're sitting down...

USC just got commitments from 3 more 5* recruits! UNF*CKIN REAL!!! ('o')

[Montreal-Cane]

Canes at the London Olympics final list...

Randy Ableman Diving USA Assistant Coach

Reuben Ross Men's Diving Canada 3m Synchro

Zach Railey Sailing USA Finn Class

Brittany Viola Women's Diving USA 10m

Murielle Ahoure Women's Track & Field Ivory Coast

T'Erea Brown Women's Track & Field USA 400m hurdles

Amy Deem Women's Track & Field USA Coach

Lauryn Williams Women's Track & Field USA Member of relay pool

Savannah Leaf Women's Volleyball Great Britain Athlete

Ciara Michel Women's Volleyball Great Britain Athlete

[nemo2002]

Thanks, MC.

[4-Real]

CoCane, what da hell u tryin 2 do, drive me 2 drinkin.......more?!!

[Montreal-Cane]

Charles Robinson is larger than life and he hates the Hurricanes.

It's obvious that Robinson has it's own agenda. He wants to make the Shapiro so called scandal much bigger than it really is.
Robinson only wants to bring more credibility to his own story of last august because he took so many shots since then from other media members and fans.

I just wonder how much time Charles Robinson spent investigating and writting about something much more troublesome at Penn State.

[Montreal-Cane]

Mike James annd Brandon McGee today at the ACC media day.

http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1744011895001?bckey=AQ~~,AAAA8me1tBk~,z_G-8NHp9SsTsSW4Ur9Xozl-UOYpK_dP&bclid=1744098670001&bctid=1748569592001

[Montreal-Cane]

If you listen to Mike James, Seantrel Henderson is on the team and will be among the best players on the squad in 2012.

[4-Real]

When is our beloved president ( Shalala ) gonna go off & say " STOP F*#!CKIN WITH MY UNIVERSITY!!!? Cuz if it wuz me & all this shyt was just he said I would sue yahoo 4 enuff 2 build UM a stadium! Time 4 the Don 2 step it up a notch!

[MaryLouAlumni]

86----Did you get my check for the shirt? Just let me know.
Great info today. The statue comes down, kind of like Stalin, Saddam, etc. Amazing. Who would have thought a couple of years ago. It always catches up to one when they are a scum bag.

[Montreal-Cane]

One former Miami target, however, told the Sun Sentinel he didn’t understand why Allen’s alleged actions drew so much attention. Miami Northwestern High product Elston Lane ultimately signed with Texas Southern, but said Allen was more of a buddy than a high-level recruiting influence.

[Allen] had nothing to do with our recruiting. Our recruiting was on us, Lane said. He didn’t pitch anything to any of us on our recruiting. I don’t understand why people be saying he had inside deals on recruiting and all that stuff, when he had nothing. He was the equipment manager at Miami. He was somebody who we’d see and say, ‘Hey, what up,’ not like some recruiter for Miami.

It's all we needed to know!

[UMike]

Who was the last Booker T. kid we got? I wonder if Ice Harris has something to do with it. Can Miami really not get the top players from BTW all of a sudden

[VegasCane]

Who was the last Booker T. kid we got? I wonder if Ice Harris has something to do with it. Can Miami really not get the top players from BTW all of a sudden

Posted by: UMike | July 22, 2012 at 08:25 PM

Eduardo Clemens I think?

[Ohio_Cane]

Wedding and reception are finished and I've just recovered fully. What'd I miss?

[Montreal-Cane]

Kevin Olsen the more you see and read about this kid the more you like him. The Canes will have a shot at the NC with this major upgrade at QB.

From canesport.com

Kevin Olsen , Wayne (N.J.) Wayne Hills : Olsen is yet another big, strong pocket passer to make this list and his potential is easy to see. When he's on and balanced, he makes some very impressive throws and he can sling it and fit it into tight spots. He tends to overstride a bit, which can make his ball sail at times, but he's made many more good passes than poor ones. He is especially effective at throwing to the outside of the hashes and making some of the tougher throws for quarterbacks. His arm strength is very good and he gets the ball out quickly and he continues to fill out an imposing frame.

From ESPN

http://espn.go.com/college-football/team/_/id/2390/miami-fl-hurricanes

[Montreal-Cane]

Ray-Ray Armstrong’s dad calls dismissal from Miami Hurricanes team ‘unfair’

By Barry Jackson The Miami Herald

The father of Ray-Ray Armstrong, who was thrown off the team last week, said UM used his son as a ‘sacrificial lamb’ for the NCAA.

Read more here: http://www.miamiherald.com/2012/07/22/2907484/ray-ray-armstrongs-dad-calls-dismissal.html#storylink=cpy

[Montreal-Cane]

Joe Rose is back on the job at WQAM monday morning. I am sure he will try to interview Al Golden...first thing in the morning...

[Montreal-Cane]

The truth from Canetruth...

Canetruth says:

July 21, 2012 at 10:26 am
This proves more and more that there is a lot of made up lies. This is why it is taking so long for the NCAA to figure out truth from lies!

[Montreal-Cane]

Mike James a class act. Smiley will have a great 2012 season.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MxSKokfv8R0&feature=plcp

[BEERicane]

Joe Paterno was the president of NAMBLA. Penn(is) State was its fondling headquarters.

[Willie Will in Nashville]

Ohio,

As your agent I order you to stay off the blog for a couple of days, I'll fill in for you, and start working on kid #2 or at least acting like it ;-). But Congratulations!!!!

[Six]

I use Duke in EA Sports NCAA on PS3

Until my apartment was burglarized yesterday and they took my PS3, took my portable dvd player, blu-rays and printer (but not the cables)

Drove up to my place at 1:30am, saw the bathroom window was broken, called 911, 911 Operator had to remind me a couple of times that I was being recorded b/c of some of the things I was saying, cops came out, went inside and everything was flipped/pulled out/thrown all over, two bottles of laundry detergent were then thrown all over the inside of my apartment, I threw about 75% of what was inside the apartment away after I took a bat to it so that no one else could possibly use it - including tearing apart my box spring and then relieving myself onto my mattress after I dragged it to the outside of my dumpster (I held at least 2.5 hours of 1.5 gallons of Smart Water in me) - so that no one could use it

I was about to burn down my entire former apartment building, everyone in it is a piece of garbage that sit around all day long in the same spot from 9am - 3am, complaining about not having jobs (even though there are 10 places within 2 blocks that are hiring, but the jobs are "below them" to go work at ) ... brag about getting free money from the government .. get into fist fights over $5 on a dice game everyday .. blast music on their Metro PCS phone and make their own "rap" to it while saying that they're rappers .. yell at the top of their lungs about how the government gives each Indian person $100,000 to open stores when they come to this country - but they can't get a dime of it or a job (true statement I've heard plenty of times in the hood knowledge banter being spread) .. drag their feet while wearing sandals, everywhere they go .. eat or drink something, then throw it right out on to the ground or parking lot as they drive off .. etc.

Ya, I'm a little pissed

I have the mentality of Denzel Washington in Training Day, when he and Officer Hoyt disagree on allowing the people on the street kill each other

Denzel: What's wrong with street justice?

Officer Hoyt: Oh, what, so just let the animals wipe themselves out, right?

Denzel: God willing. F*** 'em, and everybody that looks like 'em.

Like Chris Rock said, you can boo me all you want, but you know what I say is true

Apologize if anyone is offended by this post - but you wouldn't be in the best of moods if you came home to that at 1:30am either

[Montreal-Cane]

Harry Rothwell ‏@mrallcanes

Miami it is TIME to stand up to Yahoo and Robinson. With or without the NCAA approval. They have hurt our coaches, players, staff and fans!

[The What]

Sorry to hear about that six. Having your home violated is one of those red lines no man should cross. I've experienced it myself so I understand your anger.

Hope things get better soon.

Last scene of training day one of the greatest ever. Love that movie.

[orange 'n green in the vein]

Six, sorry to hear that.

Does Jacory Harris have an alibi? How about Gray Crow?

mac jo nes of New Mexico?

Look at it this way, you've still got your health and it was just stuff, which you are now free of being owned by.

[raizecane]

Six - yo bra.......that sh*t is messed up. Sorry to hear about this. I am glad you are ok. But lord help the perps if they tried that crap while you were home.

My only question is why the F would use use Duke on EA 2013??? LOL. If I can help in anyway, let me know.

[raizecane]

ncaa about to give PSU the ax........

[raizecane]

1) 60 million dollar fine
2) 4 year bowl ban
3) schollys down from 25 to 15 per year for 4 years
4) 1998 - 2011 all wins vacated
5) athletic dept on a 5 year probation.

among a few things.......OUCH!!!!

[nemo2002]

The U is next?