The Chosen 1. Covering Pennsylvania (HS Football Games/Recruiting) for 247Sports. Covering the DMV for Prep Redzone. goallstatepreps.com (free profile)
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I lost my best friend this morning. Behind every good man is usually a greater woman. My wife battled breast cancer for two years and never stopped fighting!I met her in 1987. Married 12 years. She’s no longer in pain. I was a lucky man to have her in my life. 💔
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These kids in Philly really mean it when they say they feel fortunate to make it past 18. Let that sink in.
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Current Los Angeles Ram and #Pitt legend @AaronDonald97 showing a young athlete some pass rushing techniques @210ths @MikePanther247 @PittPanthers247 @Preps247Sports
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It would’ve been my wife’s 50th birthday tomorrow. I always thought we’d celebrate ours together (mine came first this year)
On her last one (48th), she wanted a wheelchair so that she’d be able to sit outside and soak in the sun. She wasn’t doing great at the time …
It took some searching but I found someone on Craigslist. All she wanted to do was to be able to sit comfortably outside for once. I’ve never been so happy about giving someone a gift in my life . The Most High made that happen.
Happy Heavenly birthday my ❤️
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WR’s: if the DB is playing 7 yards off of you....then you really don’t have to Do any dancing at the LOs. Just take off.
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I'm trying to find out, who are the best 2022 prospects from the Northeast (PA/VA/MD/NJ/DC/CT/NY/DE) that currently don't have an offer.
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It would’ve been my and my wife’s 14th wedding anniversary today….i’ll still celebrate in my own way…. ❤️ 😇
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Happy Heavenly birthday to my wife . She would be amused that I’m not getting home until 4 am..❤️💜
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Notre Dame football commit Joey O’Brien (LaSalle College) came through big time today in the D-12 Class 6A Chip Game @Joey_obrien6 @TorreySmithWR @TomLoy247
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PSAC football : prospect questionnaire Day… a thread….(will gladly post camp flyers under here)
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It’s hard to even get a D-2 offer right about now. Pick those gameday visits wisely seniors.
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Just because you don't have an offer doesn't mean you're not a baller. It just means your time hasn't come yet.
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One of the coolest parts about that Aaron Donald Camp was watching him teach a young kid how to properly get into a 3-point stance. @AaronDonald97 @Evolve2tenths @210ths @PittPanthers247 @MikePanther247 @RamsNFL @Pitt_FB @phqbclub @247Sports
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Cornerback coaches are the best. They never need help at a camp. They all can coach 15-20 kids at one time. 😂
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Advice to kids: if you ever get fired, don’t burn any bridges with the person or people that fired you.The same person that was a part of laying me off in 2012 is the same person who carpools with my future supervisor and put in a good word for me. The circle of life..🧐
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I’m very excited to announce that I’ve accepted a position with ROUTE Analytics as the Head of Digital Media and Recruiting. I look forward to building with @ROUTEInc (give them a follow) and continuing to help high school football players across the nation.
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Adults: you can tweet, debate, argue, etc. about 7v7 alllllllll day and night if you want to. The kids love it. They dictate that whole movement. They like to play with their friends, travel, and compete.......and have fun. So relax..........it's not worth your energy.
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I love the PSAC schools. They just sit back..wait..and get their players at the end. Lol
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Happy Anniversary to my ❤️. You are my #1 . I miss you . I have memories that’ll last a lifetime.
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Let the 2022's eat. The rest of you still have some time. I can wait to see your highlights at the end of the season.
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I'm going to regret this ....but...if you're still interested in attending THE SHOW by NextGen....drop your highlights below. I'll send over a few recommendations. No promises though....
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I don’t know who needs to read this…but if you’re going through something and it seems like there’s no way you’ll get through it…keep pushing till you see the light. You Can Make it. The Most High has you covered.
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IF you are a junior and you know your grades aren't straight...................then cancel those unofficial visits and hit the books harder. You'll ultimately be wasting you and a lot of other people's time if you don't get your grades in order.
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To the kids that are struggling with grades: Don't be afraid to ask your parents/teachers for help. Put away your pride and fear, and ask for help instead of continuing to struggle. You don't want to blow an opportunity at a free or reduced price education because of your pride.
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If you're good, they'll find you........................with some help.
Ya'll gotta add that part. Relationships matter. Somebody (or multiple people) usually puts the word out about a kid. College coaches aren't just randomly showing up at games and finding prospects.
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For the millionth time.............you can be undersized........you just can't be undersized AND average.
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247Sports 4-star Class of 2022 LB @MelvinJordanIV1 was impressive in pass coverage at the @NextGenAACamp in Orlando. He’s a Florida State commit #FSU @Preps247FB @Noles247
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I find it hard to believe that FBS schools are telling these random accounts to go looking for athletes on their behalf.
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lol....so the defense has to let him catch the ball, compose himself....announce that he's ready to be hit...then you can tackle him. got it.
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How am i able to do what I do? I have the greatest wife of all-time, my best friend, and my number 1 supporter...me and my wife are celebrating 9 years of marriage today. 😘😘😘😘😘😘😘.
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My dude @RomanMason9 got to learn some pass rush techniques from @AaronDonald97 . @210ths @PittPanthers247 @Preps247Sports
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Another year, another re-up with @247Sports. Thanks for being a great company to work for and for being understanding this entire time. 🙏🏾
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Wow. All I can say is thank you to each and every one of you that have reached out to me. On behalf of my family, thank you. I am truly touched. Have a great weekend.
I lost my best friend this morning. Behind every good man is usually a greater woman. My wife battled breast cancer for two years and never stopped fighting!I met her in 1987. Married 12 years. She’s no longer in pain. I was a lucky man to have her in my life. 💔
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Lavar Ball is definitely that dude in the barbershop who will tell you he was the best at everything back in their day. 😂
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I keep telling ya’ll…you never know who is watching. Cursing up a storm(overdoing it)….acting like you can’t take coaching…talking back..you have no idea who is coaching or watching you at these events.
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D’Andre Swift was out there playing cornerback in HS.
And some of y’all got the nerve to say y’all only play offense 😂
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I’m convinced that a lot of you are ignoring interest from Division II schools.
However…I do realize those looks are hard to come by too. So, if that’s all you’re getting…it might be worth your time to look into it before it’s too late.
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For the life of me, I don’t understand why some of you kids want to become tough guys at 7v7 tournaments.
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Just as I expected. The coaches that could formulate a plan to beat Alabama are currently on Twitter. 😂
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Former #Pitt Panther and current L.A. Rams defensive lineman Aaron Donald at the 210ths Top150 camp coaching the defensive lineman. The kids had a great opportunity to learn from an All-Time Great. @Ad99Solutions @AaronDonald97 @210ths @Evolve2tenths @MikePanther247 @247Sports
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At this point..I'm convinced that some of you don't want to be found by coaches on Twitter by your choice of username and or/profile name.
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Now don’t send out these tweets and not answer these kids when you told them to use the tools to contact you 😂😂😂😂😂
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I say this every year. You can’t have bad grades and a bad attitude for your first three years of high school and not expect to have to deal with the consequences when it’s time to get recruited before, during and after your senior year.
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Kids: I won’t act like I didn’t cuss at ya’ll age…..but I certainly didn’t do it around adults. And I am sure your parents taught you better than that. Clean it up.
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Class of 2021 Prospects: drop your hudl link, Ht/wt/position - pick one/school/State/Offers:
allstatefbrecruiting.com @Preps247FB . Still working on the 2020 thread . Coaches can DM me.
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No matter who sends what...........at some point you still have to go to that college and perform in front of those coaches to earn/keep a scholarship offer.
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I think people assume that every kid has somebody going to bat for them with recruiting. Telling a kid just to show up at a camp with 300 other kids with no prior contact is bad advice.
That’s why I do what I do.
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Everybody can’t put up big stats. Some play better competition than others. That’s why big stats don’t mean you automatically get a scholarship offer on any level.
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Confession:
I took this drive in hopes I could show it to my mom to let her know I was proud of where I was from and proud of the job she did as my mother. I didn't get a chance to show it to her personally.....but I'd like to think she knows that now. R.I.P. to the best mom.
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One of the last thing’s my wife asked for was a wheelchair. Just so she could sit outside in the sun for her birthday. I was so happy to find one for her so that could happen. 👼
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Ya’ll kids gotta stop cussing up a storm in front of large groups of adults. You never know who is watching you act like that. Mainly in that 15/u-18/u group. Then acting like you can’t be corrected by an adult is even crazier. I am sure your parents wouldn’t approve of that behavior.
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If you "think" 7v7 and AAU basketball is expensive..... do some research on the costs of travel lacrosse, baseball, soccer, etc.
I never see those called money grabs. I....wonder....why.
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I will reiterate what your coaches and parents have told some of you: you never know who is watching. College coaches were at the game last night. Clean up your verbal language, body language, attitude, etc.
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While parents are in the stands about to have a panic attack before their 10-year old’s 7v7 game….I’m with them on the field breaking the tie involving a discussion about what cereal is better: Cinnamon Toast Crunch or Lucky Charms at 9 am on a Sunday. 🤣🤣🤣
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I don’t do camp invites. I post the link , tell you the date, and those that want to come, show up. I’m not playing the “blessed to be invited” game.
May 20th All State Preps HS camp link will be posted on Friday. I’ll give previous campers the first crack on Thursday night. Still thinking on MS
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New 7v7 rule suggestion: Stop letting the coaches tell the quarterbacks where to throw the football during a play. LOL
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If you have Division I coaches coming to see your head coach..and you're still not getting offers. Chances are........you getting slept on is probably not the issue....
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High School football Coaches: my email is in my bio. Let me know if there's anything I can do. Especially for the coaches in states that aren't playing football. I have an idea to help out your athletes.
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Penn State commit @anderson_quon with the TD catch, beautiful throw by @Glock14_
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If you don’t have an FBS offer, FCS offer or D-2 offer………there’s no way you can go straight to the “ I don’t have stars on 247Sports excuse”…y’all missing a few steps that includes a reality check. Stop making excuses .do more work.
Likes and RT’s on Twitter only go so far
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Yeah..........one of the best catches (that i saw) from the weekend by the PlayMakersElite (PME) club squad from VA. Composed of players from the same High School. @PlayMakers_CEO @OvertonCoach
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Myles Rowser, Arkansas commit. Great coverage skills. Here at The SHOW @TheSHOWByNXGN @MylesRowser . Nice kid.
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I have no interest in explaining stars and rankings.
I do have a big interest helping out these athletes.
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Class of 2021/2022 Florida Prospects - Name/height/weight/main position/school/hudl link for this season - This is for the All state site. so there's no confusion
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