Jayhawk Nation was buzzing this morning when three star defensive end, Jaqwaylin Arps (Denison, Tx), officially committed to Mark Mangino and the Kansas Jayhawks. Arps had been committed to Texas Tech before ultimately deciding that Kansas was the place for him. Arps is now the second Denison player to commit to the Jayhawks this summer. Two star linebacker, Jimmay Mundine, committed to the Jayhawks in July after attending the Super Jayhawk camp in mid June. Read the rest of this entry »
Archive for August, 2009
The Herbie Awards
On August - 31 - 2009
With the season’s kickoff just days away, it’s time to step back and celebrate the players, coaches, color and pageantry of college football. Who are the players to know? Where are the places to be? The ninth annual Herbie Awards presentation answers those questions and more.
This list tackles the top playmakers, the defensive difference-makers, the fresh faces on the scene, the student sections that roar and everything else that’s great about college football. Herbies are given to the best college football players, coaches, teams and fans across the nation.
Also, this is just my list. These are my choices, and not everyone will agree. That’s the beauty of it. Let the second-guessing begin.
So, without further ado, here are the ninth annual Herbie Awards:
QUARTERBACKS: DUAL THREAT
 Tim Tebow’s focused on another title run. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Icon SMI)
1. Tim Tebow, Florida
2. Colt McCoy, Texas 3. Terrelle Pryor, Ohio State 4. Zac Robinson, Oklahoma State 5. Robert Griffin III, Baylor 6. Jake Locker, Washington 7. Todd Reesing, Kansas |
Richards Rebounding After an Injury Filled Spring
On August - 31 - 2009
Hillcrest High School safety, Cameron Richards, is itching to get back on the field for the 2009 season after spending last spring and most of the summer recovering from nagging injuries. With both turf toe and surgery on his left pinkie finger, Richards is now healthy and eager to get on the field for his team. Richards is ready to show colleges his skills on the field as an exceptional football player and off the field an outstanding student.
Education is something that isn’t taken lightly in Cameron Richards house. Grades are important and Richards doesn’t take them lightly. In fact, he takes pride in his accomplishments in the classroom. Read the rest of this entry »
Murphy Explodes in Front of National Audience
On August - 30 - 2009
Three-star running back Marcus Murphy put on a show Saturday night with 238 total yards and 5 touchdowns against rival Cedar Hill (TX). Unfortunately for Murphy and his DeSoto High School (TX) teammates, the impressive performance wasn’t enough to hold off their rival. DeSoto fell to Cedar Hill 41-44 despite racing out to a 28-7 lead in the first half.
With Saturday’s game televised on ESPN, Murphy showed the country why he should be considered one of the most versatile running backs in Texas. Murphy totaled 97 yards receiving, had a 59 yard kick off return and put points on the board with one receiving touchdown and four rushing touchdowns on the night. Despite the loss, Murphy seemed encouraged by where his team is this early in the season. Read the rest of this entry »
Avery Williams has KU on Visit List
On August - 28 - 2009
Electrifying 3 star Athlete Avery Williams received the letter from the University of Kansas that he had been waiting for. Williams had been holding out on officially announcing that he would make the visit to Lawrence until he received the letter confirming that he officially has a scholarship offer from Kansas. After a summer full of impressive performances at camps and combines, including USC’s, Williams can now concentrate on his upcoming football season, and plan his official visits that he will take this fall. Read the rest of this entry »
