Empowering youth. Giving back to the community. Deserve Victory. These are just a few of the values of the University of Miami football program and the core of head coach Al Golden's "Deserve Victory with the Miami Hurricanes".
Come join the 2013 Miami Hurricanes football student-athletes and select staff members as they travel to Suniland and Charles Hadley parks in Miami, Betty T. Ferguson Park in Miami Gardens and Mitchell Moore Park in Pompano Beach to interact with the local youth. This interaction will include instruction on the basic fundamentals of football and the safety that is required to play the game. They will also be made aware of the importance of nutrition and the new academic policies recently adopted by the NCAA.
Each Deserve Victory! event will run two hours with UM players taking the participating youth through a series of football exercises from stretching and agility to position-specific drills to the basics of the game. The activities will conclude with an autograph and photo session.
A complete list of event dates is below. For more information of Deserve Victory! with the Miami Hurricanes, please contact Assistant Director of Football Operations Eric Vance at 305-284-6883.
Deserve Victory!
with the Miami Hurricanes Event Dates
Free for participants in Grades
K-8
Tuesday, June 11
(6-8 p.m.) - Suniland Park
Address: 12855 S. Dixie Hwy, Miami
Wednesday, June 12
(6-8 p.m.) - Charles Hadley Park
Address: 1300 NW 50th Street, Miami
Thursday, June 13
(6-8 p.m.) - Betty T. Ferguson Park
Address: 3000 NW 199th Street, Miami
Gardens
Friday, June 14
(9-11 a.m.) - Mitchell Moore Park
Address: 901 SE 10th Street, Pompano
Beach
First
Posted by: Canesteeler | June 10, 2013 at 08:34 AM
Good morning!
Posted by: Brevardcane | June 10, 2013 at 08:34 AM
By the way Buckhead is kinda lame compared to when you were probably up here. From what I hear the club scene from a few years ago is gone now. It's all condo's and restaurants now. It's still fun, just not debaucherous!
Posted by: Sarasota 'cane | June 09, 2013 at 11:03 PM
Yeah, I am talking 10 years ago back in the glory dayz of Buckhead. Good times!
Posted by: SOUP | June 10, 2013 at 08:37 AM
Hester
Posted by: UMike | June 10, 2013 at 08:39 AM
What a weekend for Canes recruiting!
Posted by: Ohio_Cane | June 10, 2013 at 09:34 AM
U knw smbdy said Alin Edouard would sure up his commitment didn't they he also said that guy would win MVP...ijs youtube is NOT a dead giveaway on who is good its HIGHLIGHTS ppl hello it only shows their HIGH points...lol...love the Space guys..
RCCF12%
Posted by: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100000117339359 | June 10, 2013 at 09:34 AM
Hurricanes Football @MiamiHurricanes 8m
Duke Johnson, Denzel Perryman, Deon Bush, Malcolm Lewis just some of the #Canes at Tuesday's #DeserveVictory event http://gocan.es/DeserveVictory
Posted by: 86Cane | June 10, 2013 at 09:40 AM
Monty...don't get upset but I deleted your comment on the last, BUT only because I am going to use it as a cover story tomorrow.
Thanks for that 411.
Posted by: 86Cane | June 10, 2013 at 09:41 AM
Way2Go Monty....
Get On the BUS 12% 2013 No Better Place to Be..
Posted by: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100000117339359 | June 10, 2013 at 09:47 AM
Get On the BUS 12% 2013 No Better Place to Be..
Posted by: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100000117339359 | June 10, 2013 at 09:47 AM
There IT is right there!
Posted by: 86Cane | June 10, 2013 at 09:53 AM
In case anyone missed 2014 WR Darrell Langham's info. Be impressed with Golden getting this kid early. Will be blowing up soon.
Size-Strength-Speed This player is flying way under the radar. Big, long and fast, he is one of the few big guys in this class who can run, is flexible and fluid. His speed is football fast, especially given his size.
Separation Skills Explodes off the ball and eats cushion in a hurry. For a young player he has some natural route-running instincts. Is conscious of spacing and steps and attacks alignment. Can close the gap and run by defenders.
Ball Skills Is a very natural pass catcher with big, strong hands. Attacks the football and makes plays in a crowd. Will win most contested matchups in the red zone. His size and speed combination makes him a threat down the sideline as well as after a catch. Shows very good body control and concentration on the over-the-shoulder ball. Adjusts well to poorly-thrown balls and has a wide catching radius.
Big Play Ability Gets up field immediately after that catch and if he catches a seam, he will win a lot of foot races. Has some shake and wiggle to avoid and extends plays. Is tough to tackle and is slippery.
Bottom Line Langham clearly has physical tools, but also has lapses catching the football consistently. Will make the spectacular grab look routine and drop the easy ones. Must be more consistent with focus. Might burst onto the scene during the summer and as a senior. Impressive playmaker.
Oh, and he's 6'5, 205. Ya.
Posted by: Ohio_Cane | June 10, 2013 at 09:54 AM
Here's the report on Greg Dent's sexual assault arrest. Update coming soon (h/t @Warchant_DC) http://vmedia.rivals.com/uploads/1061/1410461.pdf …
And, as a warning for anyone who hasn't read it yet, the report is graphic. So proceed with caution.
Posted by: Ohio_Cane | June 10, 2013 at 09:58 AM
U will wanna read this about the UNC scandal:
http://www.newsobserver.com/2013/06/08/2948647/former-unc-african-studies-chairman.html
Posted by: 86Cane | June 10, 2013 at 10:11 AM
I've been away for a while. My wife and I had an incident in which we were forced to evacuate our home temporarily.
We're okay now.
On a personal note: be sure to hug the people you care about today. You never know if it's your last day on earth. No joke. All seriousness.
I'm glad to see we possibly added yet another defensive player to our roster. Not that pre-NSD matters (save #TownCane), but the momentum is out there.
Also, it's a bit of a relief to know that more offers have been extended to defensive players than offensive ones.
Posted by: LB | June 10, 2013 at 10:52 AM
LB..The staff is on the trail of a lot of defensive players...and top players at that..but many are waiting to commit..I think the wins/losses and how our D looks this year will go a LONG way in determining who we get..for offensive players its a no brainier lol
Posted by: UMike | June 10, 2013 at 10:57 AM
BTW...4-Star Safety Arrion Springs says Miami is no longer in his top 3..like I said before..was fun while it lasted lol
Posted by: UMike | June 10, 2013 at 11:01 AM
"how our D looks this year will go a LONG way in determining who we get..for offensive players its a no brainier lol"
Even a 2012 Mark D'Onofrio defense shouldn't stop this team from winning at least 9 games and outright winning the coastal. Even the slightest improvement in pass rush is going to make a difference with the schedule of creampuffs we have.
Posted by: LB | June 10, 2013 at 11:15 AM
Sexual assault is a horrible crime and no means no under any circumstance.
The facts of this case though are troubling. The girl (sounds like same age as Dent) fixes him dinner, goes out clubbing with him, gets in bed with him, she rebuffs his first attempt and STILL gets back in bed with him for him to make another attempt. Then all hell breaks loose.
Now again, no is no, and you have to stand down when a woman says no, and you never attack the victim, but dpsomebidy needs to teach this young lady about situational awareness and the urges of drunk young men. Assuming she's telling the truth.
Posted by: Canesfan_1 | June 10, 2013 at 11:20 AM
Not an FSwho fan at all but that is sad and I am going to pray for him and his family but more so Please pray for the victims family....#GodBless
RCCF12%
Posted by: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100000117339359 | June 10, 2013 at 11:22 AM
So proceed with caution.
Posted by: Ohio_Cane | June 10, 2013 at 09:58 AM
Read it. Shocked.
And I agree with Canesfan_1 here. Something just does not sound right about this case. They were friends forever, he had met and knew her parents, she had loaned him her car, they had slept in the same bed together on previous occasions, etc.
I TOTALLY understand she said NO, and I know that NO means NO, but the situation she put herself in was NOT wise or smart. Still, if he did what was alleged, it was beyond WAY wrong, and if true, it is very criminal.
Still, it is just shocking that they could go from being long time "friends" and then he would do that to her in the manner described (if that is what happened) and that she would then report it and basically end his life.
If the facts are true then apparently he went from being young and drunk and hoping for "friends with benefits" to going to jail for 20 years for rape in the blink of an eye.
Talk about everything can change in a "New York Minute".
Posted by: SOUP | June 10, 2013 at 12:03 PM
Zilla, OGV...see below:
Congratulations! We are pleased to inform you that we are able to fulfill your request for away game tickets for the 2013 football season. When we receive our allotment from the host institutions, the tickets you purchased will be mailed to you unless you chose will call as your delivery option. If you wish to purchase additional away game tickets, the Hurricane Ticket Office can be reached via twitter @UMTickets or phone at 305-284-2263.
If you have any questions regarding your order, please contact the Hurricane Ticket Office Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
We appreciate your continued support of the Miami Hurricanes as we move Full Speed Ahead in 2013.
Thank you and Go Canes!
Posted by: SOUP | June 10, 2013 at 12:05 PM
JIMBO FISHER JUST RELEASED MR DENTS PUNISHMENT..MR DENT WILL SIT OUT THE FIRST QUARTER OF THE SEPTEMBER 21ST IN STATE MATCHUP WITH POWER HOUSE BETHUNE COOKMAN.IF HE TAKES THE PUNISHMENT THE COURT WILL DROP ALL CHARGES. AND THE VICTIM WILL BE LOOKED DOWN ON BY THE WHOLE CITY OF TRAILERHASSEE
Posted by: canezilla | June 10, 2013 at 12:10 PM
Umike I wouldn't be surprised if you see a trend with top 100 athletes not signing letters on signing day. There's no reason for a top recruit to sign unless he is 100% sure he wants to play for a school. The kid at FSU and the kid that left ND for UCLA are two prime examples.
They can wait till June and any team in the country is still going to make room for them before the season starts. SI.com ran a story the other day basically stating that the LOI's are so lopsided to the schools favor that a top kid should not sign them.
Posted by: Sarasota 'cane | June 10, 2013 at 12:22 PM
Sarasota..that may be true..but first the trend of getting on TV of NSD will have to pass lol
Posted by: UMike | June 10, 2013 at 12:36 PM
Here is every team’s record in the BCS era, an imperfect way to judge the strength of a program (I don’t think anyone would argue that Virginia Tech is 12 spots better than North Carolina right now), but it’s a good historical look anyway.
Records since 1998
•1. Virginia Tech — 148-48
•2. Miami — 130-57
•3. Florida State — 127-56
•4. Louisville — 122-65
•5. Georgia Tech — 120-73
•6. Clemson — 115-74
•7. Boston College — 113-75
•8. Pittsburgh — 101-83
•9. N.C. State — 102-84
•10. Virginia — 97-88
•11. Wake Forest — 85-96
•12. Syracuse — 82-99
•13. North Carolina — 70-96
•14. Duke — 38-137
Using those records, the teams with the easiest fixed opponents would be North Carolina (N.C. State, Duke, Virginia), Boston College (Pittsburgh, Syracuse, Virginia) and Duke (Miami, North Carolina, Wake Forest). The hardest are Florida State (Clemson, Miami, N.C. State), Georgia Tech (Clemson, Miami, N.C. State) and Clemson (Florida State, Georgia Tech, Wake Forest).
Posted by: SOUP | June 10, 2013 at 12:42 PM
Very well written and interesting article on ACC scheduling:
http://blogs.roanoke.com/andybittervirginiatechfootball/2013/06/10/an-admittedly-impractical-suggestion-for-solving-the-accs-football-scheduling-problem/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=t.co
Posted by: SOUP | June 10, 2013 at 12:43 PM
Soup one of the things being tossed around that I like is playing the ACC CG on the home field of the school with the best record. It makes sense. ACC fans are not going to drive 10-12 hours to watch these teams play and then turn around and fly off to a bowl game 3 weeks later.
The reason the SEC CG works in Atlanta in my opinion is all of the schools are within 2-4 hours of Atlanta with the exception of the two new schools Tx A&M and Mizz.
If you play a game of that magnitude on campus while school is still in session then you are going to have a sellout every time.
Go 'canes!
Posted by: Sarasota 'cane | June 10, 2013 at 12:57 PM
Sota...I agree with that home game idea for ACC title game but ATL would be good for ACC as well, no?
Posted by: SOUP | June 10, 2013 at 01:00 PM
Works for me! Especially since they are about to build a "Jerry's World" caliber stadium here next year. I am also looking out the window right now at the new College Football Hall of Fame which will be open next year adjacent to Centennial Park right here in downtown.
They have really made this area into a sports mecca with all of the facilities, hotels, and restaurants. Now if they could just get rid of the crime...
Go 'canes!
Posted by: Sarasota 'cane | June 10, 2013 at 01:07 PM
Austell (Ga.) South Cobb High School DL Justin Jones watched good friend Juwon Young commit during a Miami visit the pair took over the weekend.
And while Jones didn't follow suit, he says UM is now in very good shape with him.
Posted by: Ohio_Cane | June 10, 2013 at 01:23 PM
^^^ 6'3, 275
http://rivals.yahoo.com/theoldcoach/football/recruiting/player-Justin-Jones-145725
Posted by: Ohio_Cane | June 10, 2013 at 01:25 PM
No means no to me, no further questions needed. This sounds like a close, family type situation which explains why she would have trusted him. He dug his own grave on this, assuming the police report is true.
Posted by: j.w. | June 10, 2013 at 01:32 PM
Wow lol..
http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/9360765/chad-johnson-serve-30-days-jail
Posted by: UMike | June 10, 2013 at 01:44 PM
Greg Dent, Chad Johnson, and now Adam Pacman Jones slapped a girl for throwing a beer at him...
Wow, what a day.
Posted by: Ohio_Cane | June 10, 2013 at 01:46 PM
it looks like Greentree is getting a new playing surface..guess thats why the camps havent been on that field
Posted by: UMike | June 10, 2013 at 01:58 PM
Although CJ Worton is "committed" to FSU, he just releases a top 4 of FSU, miami, UCF and WV lol
Posted by: UMike | June 10, 2013 at 02:01 PM
UMike...yeah Chris Freet Tweeted that earlier abou the fields at Greentree (football) and Cobb stadium (track).
They completely ripped up the old turf and he said they were regrading the fields for better drainage and installing new natural grass, no articficial stuff.
Posted by: SOUP | June 10, 2013 at 02:25 PM
The 247 "Crystal Ball" CURRENTLY has the following guys picking Miami...
Tyre Brady
Nigel Patten
Johnnie Dixon
Malik Rosier
Chris Lammons
Kevin Bronson
Terry McCray
Khairi Clark
Vincent Jackson
Chad Thomas
Mike Smith
Jojo Robinson
Ermon Lane 60/40 Bama/Miami
Daniel Gresham 50/50 Miami/Ole Miss
Travonte Valentine 80/10/10 Miami/FSU/Louisville
Posted by: UMike | June 10, 2013 at 02:46 PM
UMike...wrap it up, put a bow on it, add in ONE surprise, and I'll take it!
Posted by: SOUP | June 10, 2013 at 03:23 PM
2013 RB Walter Tucker making it official:
“@Walt_TM7: Im officially apart of the []__[] baby!!! pic.twitter.com/JKIfjpCPqR”
Posted by: Ohio_Cane | June 10, 2013 at 03:34 PM
Getting ready for the SI expose. This case is a joke.
http://www.sbnation.com/college-football/2013/6/9/4411412/ncaa-nevin-shapiro-gambling-claims-miami-hurricanes
Posted by: Sarasota 'cane | June 10, 2013 at 03:36 PM
Greg Dent, Chad Johnson, and now Adam Pacman Jones slapped a girl for throwing a beer at him...
Wow, what a day.
Posted by: Ohio_Cane | June 10, 2013 at 01:46 PM
Yeah, I was about to post something similar LOL.
Posted by: CaneRock | June 10, 2013 at 03:37 PM
Is he (Walter Tucker) really 5'11 185? And coming in as a LB? I know he fast, but really? Maybe not LB right?
Posted by: Houston | June 10, 2013 at 03:55 PM
Houston, RB, not LB
Posted by: Ohio_Cane | June 10, 2013 at 03:55 PM
He's a RB.
Posted by: Sarasota 'cane | June 10, 2013 at 03:56 PM
https://twitter.com/Walt_TM7/status/344168869696524288/photo/1
Posted by: Sarasota 'cane | June 10, 2013 at 03:57 PM
With track speed, decent size, maybe we found our Kick returner for the next few years. Welcome aboard Tucker
Posted by: j.w. | June 10, 2013 at 05:11 PM
JW...Walter Tucker + Corn Elder = Devastation in 2014!
Posted by: SOUP | June 10, 2013 at 05:35 PM
Amen to that Soup!
Posted by: j.w. | June 10, 2013 at 06:34 PM
Patriots sign Tebow. Gonna take his baggage to Belichick.
Posted by: Old Skool | June 10, 2013 at 06:37 PM
Belichick will create a position for him
Posted by: Brevardcane | June 10, 2013 at 08:20 PM
Terry Googer visiting Canes on June 20th
Posted by: Ohio_Cane | June 10, 2013 at 08:52 PM
Patriots sign Tebow. Gonna take his baggage to Belichick.
Posted by: Old Skool | June 10, 2013 at 06:37 PM
----------------------------------------
He tried to pass it off on someone else, but missed em.
Posted by: Ohio_Cane | June 10, 2013 at 09:52 PM
Chris Mortensen @mortreport 44m
So, my top 10 coaches: 10. Lambeau, 9. Belichick, 8. Halas, 7. Gibbs, 6. Walsh, 5. Landry, 4. Brown, 3. Shula, 2. Noll, 1. Lombardi
Posted by: SOUP | June 10, 2013 at 09:55 PM
Shawn Brown @ShawnBRivals 8m
Just confirmed w 2015 Don Bosco OL Kevin Feder has received an offer from #Miami #TheU after camping this wkend, won most improved camper.
Posted by: SOUP | June 10, 2013 at 10:08 PM
Golden said on sedano that perryman is up to 239lbs - yikes!
Posted by: Brevardcane | June 10, 2013 at 10:08 PM
Tebow is back with the stupid coach (McDaniels) that drafted him in the first round.
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | June 10, 2013 at 10:10 PM
I will guarantee you Tebow will be cut by the time the season starts......he's a waste of a roster spot.
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | June 10, 2013 at 10:12 PM
Rumor out there that my Hawks, will get Chris Paul and Dwight Howard......I think that's all they need now to compete with the big boyz.
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | June 10, 2013 at 10:16 PM
Golden said on sedano that perryman is up to 239lbs - yikes!
Posted by: Brevardcane | June 10, 2013 at 10:08 PM
I saw Perryman this spring, and he was an absolute beast. After 2 years of U-Tough, Perryman looks like an NFL-U linebacker. Now its time for him to play like one - and boy can this defense use it.
Posted by: BigWindyCane1 | June 10, 2013 at 10:18 PM
Anthony Chickillo @Chickillo71 1m
Just want to say thanks to my mom and dad for providing me every opportunity to be successful in life #ThankUMonday
Posted by: SOUP | June 10, 2013 at 10:37 PM
Rumor out there that my Hawks, will get Chris Paul and Dwight Howard......I think that's all they need now to compete with the big boyz.
Posted by: thirstybuzzardcane | June 10, 2013 at 10:16 PM
Actually they sent a message to all of their season ticket holders that they were going to pursue Howard and Paul which is a violation of league rules. I heard they are going to be fined severely for the mistake. With that said it would be nice to have a competitive Bball team here in the ATL.
On the Tebow front I think he can play TE or FB and have a great career. If he insists on playing QB then he's done.
Posted by: Sarasota 'cane | June 10, 2013 at 11:38 PM
The father of Florida State incoming freshman linebacker Matthew Thomas said Monday night that his son wants to attend USC.
"He made a decision for himself. It's USC," Billy Thomas said.
According to Billy Thomas, Matthew Thomas' mother said on signing day that she would not sign paperwork for him to attend USC but would for the Seminoles.
Matthew Thomas could not be reached. Billy said Matthew's mother -- whom he said he is not together with -- is out of the country.
A separate source said Matthew Thomas has not clearly told Florida State that he will not attend there, and that family conflict and outside influences are affecting the situation.
Thomas, 6-foot-3, 205 pounds, was rated as ESPN's top linebacker prospect this year and the No. 6 player overall.
If Thomas, a Florida native, were to enroll at USC and not receive a release from Florida State or the National Letter of Intent group, he could follow in the path of signee Eddie Vanderdoes, who recently switched from Notre Dame to UCLA.
Vanderdoes is giving up one of his four total years of playing eligibility and also sitting out his freshman year as penalty for breaking his commitment.
"No disrespect to Florida State but Matthew is willing to take the punishment if there is one," Billy Thomas said. "He's hoping Jimbo will let him go."
http://espn.go.com/college-sports/recruiting/football/story/_/id/9363775/father-says-top-lb-recruit-matthew-thomas-wants-attend-usc
Posted by: UMike | June 11, 2013 at 06:13 AM
Tito doin work...
2016 receiver Sam Bruce Jr. was one of the many speedy and talented players at the Al Golden football camp on Sunday. Bruce shined along with some other prospects in the multiple receiver drills they were performing.
“It was a good experience, I had a good time out there competing with exceptional players. I got to meet all the coaches and the staff at the university of Miami, got a good chance to have a good conversation with the coaches.”
Bruce Jr. spent a lot of his time at the camp not only showing off his tremendous skills but also speaking with coaches Brennan Carroll, Paul Williams and Al Golden.
“They’re just all about coming to Miami, I like that. They were up front with what they wanted. I also spent a lot of my time with the receivers coach, coach Carroll. I got to build a really good relationship with him.”
The University school product had a great performance at the camp, which led to him landing an offer from the hometown hurricanes.
“It’s a school that I liked growing up. I was just really pleased with the effort I gave which landed me the offer.”
While Bruce Jr. didn’t win Camp MVP for receiver’s, he did win another significant award.
“I got the fastest man award, there’s some really fast players out there. I really didn’t plan on winning that but it felt great that I came out on top.”
The 5’8 160 pound receiver rated his camp experience a “10 out of 10”
“it was definitely a ten; I like the atmosphere, I like how it’s close to home and hope to look more into the school.”
Prior to offering Bruce Jr. had an already high interest in the hurricanes, now that they have offered the interest is increasing rapidly.
“They’ve moved up a lot , it’s really teeter-tottering between FSU and Miami right now. Luckily, I have three years to make a decision.”
Another aspect that catches the speedy receivers attention is Miami’s sports medicine program.
“Yeah, they have a great sports medicine program. I’m going to look into that, as well as a great sports broadcasting program.”
Highlights:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BrrdIUQSM-4
Posted by: UMike | June 11, 2013 at 06:14 AM
Pete Ariz doin work..
2014 Booker T. Washington CB Nigel Patten is no stranger to the University of Miami, as the rising senior has been on campus multiple times and has been to many games as well. On Sunday, the talented prospect took in the Al Golden Football Camp and was given a tour by the head coach himself.
“The experience was nice. Coach Golden showed me around the whole campus and the new facilities so it was nice. I saw a few guys like Chris Lammons and Tyre Brady. I know Tyre likes Miami a lot and it looks like Chris likes them too. Coach Golden wants me to commit,” said Patten.
What his Patten’s impression of the new Schwartz Center?
“That was my first time seeing the new building. It caught my eye because it shows Miami is more than just a small campus and they’re getting things on the right track with the football team and the school.”
Patten admits the Miami coaches have been on him heavily over the past few months.
“The coaches talk to me everyday and I’m the number one corner on their board. That’s all Coach Barrow and Coach Williams talk about with me. It means a lot because I never expected it and didn’t see it happening for myself.”
The two-sport star (track) does not have a solid decision date set yet, but is planning on discussing things soon.
“I said the summer, but I really don’t know for sure. I’m going to meet with Coach Ice and my dad and then I’ll pretty much go from there.”
The Booker T. corner has a busy summer ahead.
“I’m trying to get up to Tennessee. I’ll be at UCF, UF, and FSU.”
Patten lists having heavy interest in 5 schools right now: Tennessee, Kentucky, Texas Tech, Miami, and FSU
Posted by: UMike | June 11, 2013 at 06:16 AM
haha...
Matt Elam has called out Florida wide receivers coach Joker Phillips. No, not the Elam who was the most active defensive player last season and was selected in the first round of the 2013 NFL draft by the Baltimore Ravens.
Elam, a 4-star defensive tackle in the 2014 recruiting class (247Sports), has decided to share his feelings on the Gators coach via his Twitter account.
The first tweet should catch your attention:
Swear Im Done With Joker Phillips Haha Not To Be Rude Or Anything But I Cant Do It
— Matt Elam™ (@FballIsLife69) June 9, 2013
Considering Phillips is the one recruiting the young man, this isn't a terrific sign. If a player truly doesn't like the guy he is in contact with, the school might as well give up and move on to the next guy. However, Elam wasn't done with calling the first-year assistant coach out in front of his 3,000-plus Twitter followers.
Great Dude But I Just Feel Disrespected And I Still Like The School But Just Not Real High On Joker
— Matt Elam™ (@FballIsLife69) June 9, 2013
Disrespected? Did something happen that we should know about? If the nail wasn't in the coffin already, this is a clear sign Florida isn't too high on the defensive lineman's list at the moment. Sure, he made mention that he still likes the school, but players always end up picking the place where they feel most comfortable. Elam has made it perfectly clear that isn't the case with the Gators.
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1667676-florida-target-4-star-dt-matt-elam-calls-out-joker-phillips-on-twitter
Posted by: UMike | June 11, 2013 at 06:19 AM
For Herbie..A quick list of DT's with Miami offers according to Rivals..
Thomas Holley
Demarcus Christmas
Khairi Clark
Anthony Moten
Lamont Gaillard
Travonte Valentine
Tashon Smallwood
Cory Johnson
Michael Sawyers
Garrald McDowell
Adam Torres
Jamiyus Pittman
There are plenty others lol
Posted by: UMike | June 11, 2013 at 06:31 AM
Chad Thomas tweeted about some of UM games looking like high school games (lack of fans)..but then quickly tweeted that the fans didnt matter lol
Posted by: UMike | June 11, 2013 at 06:32 AM
DT's ranked by Rivals..
http://rivals.yahoo.com/footballrecruiting/football/recruiting/rankings/rank-3267;_ylt=AkK9GA0zzD2PyFHlC.MJ.WjwOrF_
Some guys we are after or in good shape with
#4 Thomas Holley
#8 Elisha Shaw
#9 Khairi Clark
#12 Anthony Moten
#17 Lamont Gaillard
#20 Travonte Valentine
#26 Michael Sawyers
Posted by: UMike | June 11, 2013 at 07:04 AM
We also have a few of the top ranked offensive tackles..
#5 Kc McDermott
#17 Trevor Darling
#18 Reilly Gibbons
Linder is the #10 ranked center
Posted by: UMike | June 11, 2013 at 07:10 AM
Brad Kaaya #12th ranked pro-style QB and Alin Edouard is the 25th ranked dual-threat QB
Posted by: UMike | June 11, 2013 at 07:20 AM