Let's start in our own back yard. Joshua 'Bubba' Johnson of Gary, Indiana, Valpo needs you. Here is the Bleacher Report story.
https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2806782-a-350-pound-quarterback-joshua-bubba-johnson-is-that-and-much-more?utm_source=cnn.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=editorial
Here is the YouTube link. He is 350# and runs a 5.2 40. He also plays TB and QB, runs out of the shotgun, and has thrown for some TDs. He crushes people as a DL. Has a 3.5 GPA. And also plays BB. He'd make a tremendous addition to the DL at Valpo. Youngest of 11 kids. Would bring in Gary family and friends that would fill half of the stands at Brown Field.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ahfA0-GHneA
Can anyone with knowledge of VU volleyball comment to the "real" quality of this recruiting class?
http://valpoathletics.com/volleyball/news/2018-19/18653/volleyball-to-welcome-eight-newcomers-in-2019/ (http://valpoathletics.com/volleyball/news/2018-19/18653/volleyball-to-welcome-eight-newcomers-in-2019/)
Words like "loaded recruiting class" are being bandied about and that makes an outsider like me think "heck yeah"....is it legit?
I see a bunch of "all district and 3rd team state" but is that historically unseen with VU volleyball?
For example, 5th in Illinois Mr Basketball (Javon Freeman) was a huge indicator of quality.....does the volleyball recruiting class have solid depth or any Javon level recruits?
Quote from: FieldGoodie05 on November 20, 2018, 07:28:18 PM
Can anyone with knowledge of VU volleyball comment to the "real" quality of this recruiting class?
http://valpoathletics.com/volleyball/news/2018-19/18653/volleyball-to-welcome-eight-newcomers-in-2019/ (http://valpoathletics.com/volleyball/news/2018-19/18653/volleyball-to-welcome-eight-newcomers-in-2019/)
Words like "loaded recruiting class" are being bandied about and that makes an outsider like me think "heck yeah"....is it legit?
I see a bunch of "all district and 3rd team state" but is that historically unseen with VU volleyball?
For example, 5th in Illinois Mr Basketball (Javon Freeman) was a huge indicator of quality.....does the volleyball recruiting class have solid depth or any Javon level recruits?
Also, can someone comment on why there are only 3 or 4 graduating seniors and 8 newcomers? Were we that short on players this year?
Did you guys notice that this was a FOOTBALL recruiting thread???
Am told that Joshua Johnson is on the Valpo recruiting radar. At 6-3, 350 with a 5.2 40 he had better be ;D
Quote from: VULB#62 on November 20, 2018, 10:09:34 PMDid you guys notice that this was a FOOTBALL recruiting thread???
I was wondering what "FB" stood for! ;)
I've seen some tweets regarding offers from Valpo the last few days.
First Commit:
OT Drew Parrish- 6'3 230 Lincoln Way Central IL
Also Reported Numbers for next season:
QB:
#9 Seewald RSJR.(3/4)
#14 Duncan RSJR.(7/10)
#11 Bilinski RSSO.(1/3)
#5 Nimz RSFR.
#4 Mullen (Graduating, skipping last season) (0/1)
#13 Markoff RSSO. (Transferring)(0/9)
HB:
#40 Martin RSJR.(1/9)
RB:
#32 Boxrucker SR.(3/7)
#44 Cartales SR.(6/7)
#15 Haugh (0/8)
#20 Raupach RSFR.
#25 Allison RSFR.(0/1)
#26 Maceo RSFR.(0/2)
#21 Early (Graduating, skipping last season)(2/8)
WR:
#12 Koehler RSSR.(9/11)
#23 Gessinger SR.(0/11)
#17 LaRose JR.(1/8)
#7 Stablein RSSO.(0/4)
#33 Beer RSSO.(0/1)
#6 Reese SO.(1/9)
#81 Brewer RSFR.(0/2)
#85 McNerney RSFR.
#1 Rene (Graduating) (8/8)
#2 Norberg (Graduating) (11/11)
#3 Fox (Graduating, Skipping last season)(2/11)
TE:
#31 Kluck RSSO.(0/10)
#45 Locke RSSO.
#80 Bittner RSSO.(0/10)
#84 Sutter (Graduating)(11/11)
OL:
#60 Lundberg RSSR.(10/11)
#65 Jarnigan RSSR.(11/11)
#77 Roberts RSSR.(0/9)
#64 Biggs RSJR.(0/2)
#72 Kamara RSJR.(0/9)
#74 Zajac RSJR.(0/1)
#66 Vas JR.(0/10)
#79 Walsh RSSO.
#51 Drs RSFR.
#53 Edgerton RSFR.
#55 Breese RSFR.
#61 Meyer RSFR.
#62 Adkins RSFR.
#63 Russell RSFR.(0/2)
#68 Byrd RSFR.
#71 O'Doherty RSFR.
#50 Horan (Graduating, skipping last season)(0/1)
#67 Rentschler (Graduating)(11/11)
#69 Helander (Graduating, skipping last season)(0/1)
#70 Sullivan (Graduating, skipping last season)(0/1)
#73 Schofield (Graduating)(11/11)
#75 Taliaferro (Graduating)(11/11)
#76 Cotton (Graduating, skipping last season)(1/4)
DL:
#93 Reed SR.(11/11)
#91 Goebel RSJR.(3/10)
#95 Osmond RSJR.(0/3)
#92 Gedrys JR.(0/10)
#94 Orlandini JR.(1/8)
#97 Olojo JR.(0/8)
#58 Mason RSSO.
#90 Velasco RSSO.(0/3)
#96 Germain RSSO.(0/1)
#78 Sete SO.(0/7)
#52 Guzman RSFR.
#56 Christian RSFR.
#57 O'Connell RSFR.
#54 Studyvin (Graduating, skipping last season)(10/10)
#99 Trumpower (Graduating, skipping last season)(8/11)
LB:
#47 Messler RSSR.(6/10)
#49 Turner RSSR.(4/4)
#36 Petrie SR.(11/11)
#8 Skarecky JR.(2/9)
#35 Twigg JR.(0/11)
#38 Poloskey JR.(0/7)
#34 Bishop RSSO.(0/11)
#30 Peifer SO. (0/7)
#89 Helm SO.(0/9)
#10 Antoniou RSFR.(0/1)
#37 McKeag RSFR.(0/4)
#39 Psota RSFR.(0/3)
#43 Marinelli RSFR.(0/1)
#48 Gasperoni RSFR.(0/1)
#18 Wheeler (Graduating)(11/11)
#24 Snouffer (Graduating)(9/9)
#33 Baldwin (Graduating)(1/9)
DB:
#5 LeAndre RSSR.(2/4)
#11 Cambell RSSR.(6/7)
#15 Lane RSSR.(1/5)
#20 Booker SR.(11/11)
#14 Kelly JR.(7/11)
#22 Duncan JR.(2/6)
#41 Hebda JR.(0/8)
#2 Jones RSSO.(0/4)
#9 Leach RSSO.(0/5)
#26 Shannon RSSO.(0/2)
#45 Hebda RSSO. (0/2)
#29 Sherman SO.(3/9)
#31 Scarsella SO.(6/9)
#21 Sommers RSFR.
#27 Weeks RSFR.
#42 Voitik RSFR.
#28 Diaz-Martinez(Graduating)(7/7)
K:
#1 Latsonis SR.(0/11)
P:
#13 Ulbrich RSSO.(0/10)
#88 Ng (Graduating)(0/6)
LS:
#99 Puckett RSSO.
If I counted correctly, there are 9 RSSr. listed. That seems like a lot for Valpo and if they all show we should again have a very experienced team. Hopefully they will all stay healthy!
Commit #2
Faylin Goodwin-RB Kalamazoo Central, Michigan. 6'1 190
Hudl:
http://www.hudl.com/profile/9858099/Faylin-Goodwin
Running total:
Drew Parrish OT- 6'3 230 IL
Faylin Goodwin RB- 6'1 190 MI
Quote from: valpofb16 on December 07, 2018, 11:41:04 AM
Commit #2
Faylin Goodwin-RB Kalamazoo Central, Michigan. 6'1 190
Hudl:
http://www.hudl.com/profile/9858099/Faylin-Goodwin
Running total:
Drew Parrish OT- 6'3 230 IL
Faylin Goodwin RB- 6'1 190 MI
Goodwin's tape shows him at DB and QB as well as receiver. I like his size an athleticism.
Next year's Valpo team will need a freshman WR or two to step up in a big way. Maybe Goodwin is that guy or at least one of them.
Quote from: JD24 on December 07, 2018, 04:24:31 PM
Next year's Valpo team will need a freshman WR or two to step up in a big way. Maybe Goodwin is that guy or at least one of them.
............... and a healthy Seewald or a much improved Duncan.
#13 Ulbrich RSFR P has left team
#42 Voitik FR DB has transferred to North Central College (D3)
Quote from: valpofb16 on December 09, 2018, 09:42:08 PM
#13 Ulbrich RSFR P has left team
#42 Voitik FR DB has transferred to North Central College (D3)
Suddenly punter becomes a priority. We now have 0 on the roster
Quote from: IndyValpo on December 10, 2018, 10:35:38 AMQuote from: valpofb16 on December 09, 2018, 09:42:08 PM#13 Ulbrich RSFR P has left team #42 Voitik FR DB has transferred to North Central College (D3)
Suddenly punter becomes a priority. He know have 0 on the roster
He was also the 2nd kicker which never seems like an issue until you realize you can't kick a FG or XP and you're kicking off with an Offensive Lineman because your kicker is hurt.
So a couple of K's/P's may be needed.
Commit #3
CB Zonterio Weekley Kalamaazo Central Mich, 5-11 165
A few quick hits
1) we have 3 commits before first signing day last year had one
2) looks like more wins and focus on Midwest this season
3) another set of hs teammates
Recruiting at this level is fascinating here is one example.
We just offered Matt McCreight a WR out of AZ. His Twitter has our offer and a
PWO to Alabama!!
Quote from: IndyValpo on December 12, 2018, 11:52:08 AMRecruiting at this level is fascinating here is one example. We just offered Matt McCreight a WR out of AZ. His Twitter has our offer and a PWO to Alabama!!
Appears that he had Columbia and San Diego looking at him as well. Coach says he's at least an FCS player.
Valpo, Columbia, San Diego and Alabama. Four peas in a pod.
Makes you wonder if he read the letter correctly from Alabama. ;D ;D
I don't see a 2020 recruiting thread, so I'll put this here. The coaching staff might want to give this guy a look:
Indiana high school fullback dominating opponents, but doesn't have a scholarship offer
https://www.foxnews.com/sports/indiana-high-school-fullback-is-dominating-his-opponents-but-doesnt-have-a-scholarship-offer
Interesting. Noted that both Army and Navy have shown interest -- he looks ideally suited for their Flexbone O.
Commit #4 Joe Monahan OL (Center) Hinsdale Central-Illinois 6-2 260, 2-Star recruit according to 247sports.com
Picked VU over Butler, Olivet Nazarene, Grandview, Culver Stockton
Drew Parrish (only offer)
Zonterio Weekley-UW-Oskosh, Dordt College, Concordia University
Faylin Goodwin (only offer)
Coach John Snyder is no longer listed amongst the current coaches on the website. I assume he's move on. His twitter account does not reflect him being on the Valpo staff either.
Quote from: JD24 on December 26, 2018, 10:53:56 AM
Coach John Snyder is no longer listed amongst the current coaches on the website. I assume he's move on. His twitter account does not reflect him being on the Valpo staff either.
He still appears on the 2018 team roster page with the other coaches, but that is a record of the past season, so it makes sense to retain that record in tact. To do otherwise is revisionist history. I wish John all the best. He was the lone holdover from the previous regime and had a good run in a number of different staff assignments. So this leaves the ST and TEs slot open for 2019.
Quote from: JD24 on December 26, 2018, 10:53:56 AM
Coach John Snyder is no longer listed amongst the current coaches on the website. I assume he's move on. His twitter account does not reflect him being on the Valpo staff either.
Seems odd our kicking and punting has been pretty solid the last few years. Add in our kickoff returns makes you wonder why he is gone.
Could have been John's decision to hang em up after, what, nine years. Unlike a lot of the younger coaches who might be looking to climb the coaching ladder, John has deep roots in Chesterton (I believe).
I'm guessing it was Coach Snyder's decision to move on. He creates a void in a couple of fashions. He has to be replaced technically. Can he be replaced emotionally? Players seemed to universally love the guy.
Coach Snyder moving on is to focus on time with his family, nothing more nothing less. Wish him the best.
Commit #5 Donovan Earles 5'10 175 Morgan Park, Chicago Illinois DB
HUDL: http://www.maxpreps.com/athlete/donovan-earles/rzOmfCWYEeWrOKA2nzwY6g/default.htm
2019 Recruiting Roster:
Donovan Earles 5'10 175 Chicago, Ill DB
Zonterio Weekly 5'11 165 Kalamazoo, Mich DB
Faylin Goodwin 6'2 175 Kalamazoo, Mich ATH (WR,RB,QB)
Drew Parrish 6'3 230 New Lennox, Ill OL
Joe Monahan 6'2 260 Hinsdale, Ill OL
Thanks for the confirmation on Coach S.
Nice article about Donovan:
https://www.deepdishfootball.com/single-post/2018/12/13/Morgan-Park-Star-Senior-DB-Donovan-Earles-Talks-Football-Coach-James
Two players will be coming in as RSFR not announced last season
WR Franck Tsoungui 5-10 165 DePaul College Prep HS- Chicago, ILL
Hudl: https://ww.hudl.com/profile/5387591/Franck-Tsoungui
LB Bryce Ball 5-10 190 Wheeler HS-Valparaiso, IND
Hudl: https://ww.hudl.com/profile/7104494/Bryce-Ball
New additions:
WR: Franck Tsoungui
WR: Faylin Goodwin
OL: Drew Parish
OL: Joe Monahan
LB: Bryce Ball
DB: Donovan Earles
DB: Zonterio Weekley
Subtractions:
DB: Payton Voitik-North Central College
FWIW it appears that QB Ryan Markoff has transferred to Bluffton University.
http://blufftonbeavers.com/sports/fball/2019-20/bios/markoff_ryan_28ni
3-7 last season, likely a playing time move. Wish him the best
Playing a sport is great, but academics are huge for someone that doesn't have professional ability. Maybe my view is because of my job, and no offense to Bluffton, but how will Bluffton University appear on a resume, versus Valparaiso University?
TX, between you and me as EX-athletes, can we agree that about the age of 20 or something, we know that at that age it is about the joy of playing and excelling and often the prestige of a degree is lost in the desire to just play the game wherever that might wind up being. You, me and most of us have the wonderful capacity of looking back, and I bet both you and I can cite specific decisions we made that had we had another 10 years of wisdom we would not have made. But like you and me, he needs to be wished well.
On the other hand, I really believe in the mantra: "Things happen for a reason and there are no coincidents." And I'm sure he will find a great life after his playing career is over. But I also am willing to bet he will also wonder what if............
I was confronted with this same decision when I was in school, as I didn't recover from Tommy John surgery to the level that I pitched previously. Most of my time was played on the JV, whereas I would have easily been a solid contributor with the varsity before my surgery. I had a talk with my father around what I should do after my JR/SO year (medical redshirted FR year), and my options were to continue to play baseball against JuCo/Community College/D2/D3 teams as a top JV Pitcher/contributor, or take a step down to D3 at another solid academic institution, but get to be a key contributor in true NCAA competition that counts in the record books. It was a hard decision, but I felt that the Valpo degree/name recognition would serve me better long-term. The main difference in scenarios is that I had the option to keep playing baseball against other college players/talent, just at a lower level while wearing the Valpo jersey, whereas Football does not have that option.
I am very glad that my father sat me down to talk about what it would mean for me to transfer to a lesser known school, just to feed my pride. I've definitely gotten my fill of baseball over my life, as I have continued to play competitively to my current age of 37, and am only now thinking about retirement lol.
Attaching our own goals and experiences to that of another is a path we probably should avoid with the many variables, particularly the unknown, which may have gone into this decision.
We have 0 punters and 1 kicker. We need this position filled...
https://valpo-openhire.silkroad.com/epostings/index.cfm?fuseaction=app.jobinfo&jobid=604&source=ONLINE&JobOwner=992450&company_id=16674&version=1&byBusinessUnit=NULL&bycountry=0&bystate=0&byRegion=NULL&bylocation=NULL&keywords=&byCat=36332&proximityCountry=&postalCode=&radiusDistance=&isKilometers=&tosearch=yes&city=
Quote from: IndyValpo on January 14, 2019, 11:58:59 AM
We have 0 punters and 1 kicker. We need this position filled...
https://valpo-openhire.silkroad.com/epostings/index.cfm?fuseaction=app.jobinfo&jobid=604&source=ONLINE&JobOwner=992450&company_id=16674&version=1&byBusinessUnit=NULL&bycountry=0&bystate=0&byRegion=NULL&bylocation=NULL&keywords=&byCat=36332&proximityCountry=&postalCode=&radiusDistance=&isKilometers=&tosearch=yes&city=
Indy, I wonder if this isn't a position upgrade for the football program. i believe (but I could be way off base here) that Coach Snyder was a PT coach with primarily on-field duties while he continued to teach in Chesterton (?). This job description is FT and expands into NCAA compliance and recruiting in addition to on-field ST coaching duties.
And, yes, we do need a punter and backup kicker.
Quote from: VULB#62 on January 14, 2019, 01:05:30 PMQuote from: IndyValpo on January 14, 2019, 11:58:59 AMWe have 0 punters and 1 kicker. We need this position filled... https://valpo-openhire.silkroad.com/epostings/index.cfm?fuseaction=app.jobinfo&jobid=604&source=ONLINE&JobOwner=992450&company_id=16674&version=1&byBusinessUnit=NULL&bycountry=0&bystate=0&byRegion=NULL&bylocation=NULL&keywords=&byCat=36332&proximityCountry=&postalCode=&radiusDistance=&isKilometers=&tosearch=yes&city=
Indy, I wonder if this isn't a position upgrade for the football program. i believe (but I could be way off base here) that Coach Snyder was a PT coach with primarily on-field duties while he continued to teach in Chesterton (?). This job description is FT and expands into NCAA compliance and recruiting in addition to on-field ST coaching duties. And, yes, we do need a punter and backup kicker.
All coaches must be well versed in compliance. Coach Snyder would have done all of what the requirements are excepting (I think) the recruiting aspect of the job. I don't think he was involved in that much, if at all, at Valpo. In terms of on the field and locker room, they'll have to go some to equal what he brought to the team. Likely they'll end up with a much younger coach who will be unlikely to bring the maturity to the job which Coach Snyder brought.
....and we are a hammy from no kickers or punters.
Quote from: valpofb16 on January 03, 2019, 03:34:00 PM
2019 Recruiting Roster:
Donovan Earles 5'10 175 Chicago, Ill DB
Zonterio Weekly 5'11 165 Kalamazoo, Mich DB
Faylin Goodwin 6'2 175 Kalamazoo, Mich ATH (WR,RB,QB)
Drew Parrish 6'3 230 New Lennox, Ill OL
Joe Monahan 6'2 260 Hinsdale, Ill OL
Looks like the two from Kalamazoo have decommitted.
Not sure this will help or hurt recruiting, but we will open against Eastern Kentucky on August 29"
The Colonels and Valparaiso have met four times with EKU holding a 3-1 edge in the series. The first meeting was in 1945. The most recent match-up came in 2015 when Eastern Kentucky beat the Crusaders 52-10 in the 2015 season opener.
Quote from: IndyValpo on January 15, 2019, 09:10:14 AMQuote from: valpofb16 on January 03, 2019, 03:34:00 PM2019 Recruiting Roster: Donovan Earles 5'10 175 Chicago, Ill DB Zonterio Weekly 5'11 165 Kalamazoo, Mich DB Faylin Goodwin 6'2 175 Kalamazoo, Mich ATH (WR,RB,QB) Drew Parrish 6'3 230 New Lennox, Ill OL Joe Monahan 6'2 260 Hinsdale, Ill OL
Looks like the two from Kalamazoo have decommitted.
Based on twitter, Weekly is not committed and Goodwin is committed to Valpo.
Bubba Johnson is a nice player with loads of potential. He as a teammate who is also very good at football Paris Hernandez. I'm not sure either could afford to attend Valpo unless they landed some serious non athletic scholarship money or unless if they are in the 21st Century program. Know them both, very nice kids.
Zonterio Weekly has de-committed, happens
#11 Christian Campbel, #15 Isaac Lane have forgone RSSR. season and will be leaving
Team is going to have quite a few newcomers in the rotation next season
Way too Early 2-Deep
QB
#9 Jimmy Seewald RSJR
#14 Chris Duncan RSJR
RB
#44 Kyle Cartales SR.
#32 Cody Boxrucker SR.
RB
#40 Brannen Martin RSJR.
WR
#12 JD Koehler SR.
#6 Ollie Reese SO.
WR
#17 Deuce Larose JR.
#7 Trey Stablein RSSO.
SLOT
#23 Bailey Gessinger SR.
#81 Kenny Brewer RSFR.
LT
#60 Andrew Lundberg RSSR.
#64 Bryce Biggs RSJR.
LG
#66 Sam Vas JR.
#63 Braden Russell RSFR.
C
#65 Jack Jarnigan RSSR.
#53 Riley Edgerton RSFR.
RG
#72 Solomon Kamara RSJR.
#68 Aaron Byrd RSFR.
RT
#77 Terrance Roberts RSSR.
#74 James Zajac RSJR.
DE
#94 Nathan Orlandini JR.
#95 Murphy Osmond RSJR.
NT
#93 James Reed SR.
#97 Jeremiah Olojo JR.
DT
#91 Jordan Goebel RSJR.
#92 Drew Gedrys JR.
OLB
#34 Cade Bishop RSSO.
#43 Jake Marinelli RSFR.
ILB
#49 Nick Turner RSSR.
#35 Gavin Twigg JR.
ILB
#47 Matthew Messler RSSR.
#8 Laddie Skarecky JR.
OLB
#36 Austin Petrie SR.
#38 Joey Poloskey JR.
CB
#5 Jalin LeAndre RSSR.
#41 David Hebda JR.
S
#20 Jamari Booker SR.
#22 Tramone Duncan JR.
S
#31 Michael Scarsella SO.
#9 Bryce Leach RSSO.
CB
#14 Cam Kelly JR.
#29 Kohlton Sherman SO.
Still a very experienced group missing some at DB,WR,OL
2 big commits
6'3 280 OL Stone Dixon from Cincy power House Moeller
6'1 195 LB Connor Shell from Bay in Cleveland OH
Both picked VU over Dayton, Morehead St
Quote from: valpofb16 on January 15, 2019, 03:35:14 PMStill a very experienced group missing some at DB,WR,OL
You left out TE (I think).
Big needs at WR and TE.
JD24 you are right
I believe the tight end will be a competition between RSSO's Bittner and Kluck
Kluck played 7, Bittner played 11
Definitely an area to watch in recruiting
Quote from: valpofb16 on January 15, 2019, 08:44:41 PM
2 big commits
6'3 280 OL Stone Dixon from Cincy power House Moeller
6'1 195 LB Connor Shell from Bay in Cleveland OH
Both picked VU over Dayton, Morehead St
Dixon also had an offer from Butler. This kid is smart (3.79 GPA, 31 ACT) and very strong. Could easily develop into an all conference lineman and, is already a Crusader!! Shell should be a very good athlete as LB as he played both quarterback and running back in high school.
Quote from: vu72 on January 16, 2019, 11:06:59 AMQuote from: valpofb16 on January 15, 2019, 08:44:41 PM2 big commits 6'3 280 OL Stone Dixon from Cincy power House Moeller 6'1 195 LB Connor Shell from Bay in Cleveland OH Both picked VU over Dayton, Morehead St
Dixon also had an offer from Butler. This kid is smart (3.79 GPA, 31 ACT) and very strong. Could easily develop into an all conference lineman and, is already a Crusader!! Shell should be a very good athlete as LB as he played both quarterback and running back in high school.
When you say "is already a Crusader" do you mean he is already enrolled?
Quote from: JD24 on January 16, 2019, 11:58:48 AM
Quote from: vu72 on January 16, 2019, 11:06:59 AMQuote from: valpofb16 on January 15, 2019, 08:44:41 PM2 big commits 6'3 280 OL Stone Dixon from Cincy power House Moeller 6'1 195 LB Connor Shell from Bay in Cleveland OH Both picked VU over Dayton, Morehead St
Dixon also had an offer from Butler. This kid is smart (3.79 GPA, 31 ACT) and very strong. Could easily develop into an all conference lineman and, is already a Crusader!! Shell should be a very good athlete as LB as he played both quarterback and running back in high school.
When you say "is already a Crusader" do you mean he is already enrolled?
No, I'm mean he is a Crusader as in Moeller Crusaders!
Noticed on the Coach Staff page that Coach Tulcin has left. So... there are needs at TE and LB and a STC. STC guy will need to coach one of those spots. Hoping Coach Cecch was already interviewed some quality guys.
Quote from: NWIGuy on January 16, 2019, 02:27:17 PMNoticed on the Coach Staff page that Coach Tulcin has left. So... there are needs at TE and LB and a STC. STC guy will need to coach one of those spots. Hoping Coach Cecch was already interviewed some quality guys.
Tulcin moving on was mentioned in another thread in December. He apparently decided to leave right after the season. This may have been a part time gig for him. Coach Greiner also has coached the LBers.
https://twitter.com/_seancurry/status/1087089929572806656
Sean Curry 6'2 215 TE from Holt, MI
RSFR DB Jake Sommers has transferred to play at Mount Union (D3 powerhouse)
Coach Miran tweeted yesterday about recruit commitments. I have only seen one. Were the others guys who had previously committed?
Commit: Drew Engle RB 5'10 187 Clearview HS, Ohio
Quote from: valpofb16 on January 20, 2019, 03:45:44 PMSean Curry 6'2 215 TE from Holt, MI RSFR DB Jake Sommers has transferred to play at Mount Union (D3 powerhouse)
An hour from home
Commit: Jordan Curtis 6'0 182 RB , Grayslake North HS, ILL
Brings team up to 7 commits 2 weeks before signing day:
DB Donovan Earles
OL Stone Dixon
OL Joe Monahan
OL Drew Parrish
LB Sean Curry
RB Andrew Engle
RB Jordan Curtis
It appears the Kalamazoo pair Faylin Goodwin and Zonterio Weekly decommitted both have deleted their initial tweets and are openly tweeting at other schools to recruit them.
In my opinion being a fringe D2/D1-non scholarship player and committing then de committing is not a good look. several out there with the same talent
RB commit, Drew Engle.
This kid looks terrific!
http://www.hudl.com/profile/5562418/Drew-Engle
Maybe we need to put QB as a need since Seewald's been in a couple of recent pics with his right arm in a sling.
We have several offers out to QB's. Cecchini visited one from FL last week. Jesse Rivera but his offer list seems to make us a long shot. Coach has been in GA, FL, CA and AZ recently. Hopefully he is closing! He visited the AZ WR mentioned earlier with offers from us and a PWO with Alabama.
Can confirm Bilinski and Seewald are out for spring
I think Markoff really could have won job this spring, especially if Jimmy is 50-50. Coming off his second shoulder surgery in 12 months I am not sure what we can expect moving forward. Feel horrible for the kid especially with his father passing and everything
Quote from: valpofb16 on January 25, 2019, 07:23:44 AM
Can confirm Bilinski and Seewald are out for spring
I think Markoff really could have won job this spring, especially if Jimmy is 50-50. Coming off his second shoulder surgery in 12 months I am not sure what we can expect moving forward. Feel horrible for the kid especially with his father passing and everything
Does the redshirt FR QB have skills?
Heard he has a cannon for an arm, not much other info
Noticed yet another coach is gone... DL/S&C Tony Rouse is no longer on the coaches page. S & C role is critical this time of year. Any one know if someone has filled that role?
Quote from: NWIGuy on January 26, 2019, 05:49:56 PMNoticed yet another coach is gone... DL/S&C Tony Rouse is no longer on the coaches page. S & C role is critical this time of year. Any one know if someone has filled that role?
Yeah. Not a good time to not have the strength and conditioning coach on staff particularly as this is when teams are doing the bulk of the strength and conditioning.
I don't recall this being mentioned or when it happened (likely at the coaching change at Lehigh) but Valpo's TE coach the last couple of years, Matt Ford, has gone to Lehigh.
Staff is dwindling.
Quote from: IndyValpo on January 14, 2019, 11:58:59 AMWe have 0 punters and 1 kicker. We need this position filled... https://valpo-openhire.silkroad.com/epostings/index.cfm?fuseaction=app.jobinfo&jobid=604&source=ONLINE&JobOwner=992450&company_id=16674&version=1&byBusinessUnit=NULL&bycountry=0&bystate=0&byRegion=NULL&bylocation=NULL&keywords=&byCat=36332&proximityCountry=&postalCode=&radiusDistance=&isKilometers=&tosearch=yes&city=
This rec is now gone so maybe it has been filled or there are enough candidates to fill and just hasn't been announced.
Strength and conditioning is now up as an open position.
https://twitter.com/ashbb1010/status/1089579254281584641
Commit: Ashton Ruszkowski 6-0 185 St Joseph's South Bend, IN.
Other Offers: Butler, Indiana (PWO)
DB Donovan Earles
OL Stone Dixon- Furman (PWO), Rose-Hulman. Dayton. RPI, Oberlin, Case Western University. Carnegie Mellon, Morehead St.
OL Joe Monahan- Culver Stockton, Grand View, Olivet Nazarene, Butler
OL Drew Parrish
LB Sean Curry
QB Ashton Ruszkowski- Butler
RB Andrew Engle- Cincinnati Christian, Concordia Ann Arbour
RB Jordan Curtis
Other: Tony Rouse had been let go, Injuries were a huge factor this year and that usually starts with S&C, Matt Ford left for Lehigh last spring
Glad to see some PFL off season wins
Faylin Goodwin flipped to Northwood (D2), Zonterio Weekly Michigan Tech (D2)
Wow! Ashton looks like the real deal. Can make all the throws and can run. My guess is that bigger programs passed because he is undersized at 6'.
http://www.hudl.com/profile/5303125/Ashton-Ruszkowski
Quote from: vu72 on January 28, 2019, 08:53:21 AMWow! Ashton looks like the real deal. Can make all the throws and can run. My guess is that bigger programs passed because he is undersized at 6'. http://www.hudl.com/profile/5303125/Ashton-Ruszkowski
Or maybe they asked him a question and he never completed the answer ;D
https://twitter.com/mitchell_akil/status/1089954595533656065
Commit: Akil Mitchell Whitney Young Chicago, Ill 5-11 170.
Other Offers: Carleton, Oberlin, Rose-Hulman
DB Donovan Earles
OL Stone Dixon- Furman (PWO), Rose-Hulman. Dayton. RPI, Oberlin, Case Western University. Carnegie Mellon, Morehead St.
OL Joe Monahan- Culver Stockton, Grand View, Olivet Nazarene, Butler
OL Drew Parrish
LB Sean Curry
QB Ashton Ruszkowski- Butler
RB Andrew Engle- Cincinnati Christian, Concordia Ann Arbour
RB Jordan Curtis
WR Akil Mitchell -Carleton, Oberlin, Rose-Hulman
Quote from: valpofb16 on January 29, 2019, 08:30:43 AMCommit: Akil Mitchell Whitney Young Chicago, Ill 5-11 170. Other Offers: Carleton, Oberlin, Rose-Hulman DB Donovan Earles OL Stone Dixon- Furman (PWO), Rose-Hulman. Dayton. RPI, Oberlin, Case Western University. Carnegie Mellon, Morehead St. OL Joe Monahan- Culver Stockton, Grand View, Olivet Nazarene, Butler OL Drew Parrish LB Sean Curry QB Ashton Ruszkowski- Butler RB Andrew Engle- Cincinnati Christian, Concordia Ann Arbour RB Jordan Curtis WR Akil Mitchell -Carleton, Oberlin, Rose-Hulman
Akil Mitchell appears to be a RB or, at least, his highlights present him as such.
Quote from: JD24 on January 29, 2019, 09:01:11 AM
Quote from: valpofb16 on January 29, 2019, 08:30:43 AMCommit: Akil Mitchell Whitney Young Chicago, Ill 5-11 170. Other Offers: Carleton, Oberlin, Rose-Hulman DB Donovan Earles OL Stone Dixon- Furman (PWO), Rose-Hulman. Dayton. RPI, Oberlin, Case Western University. Carnegie Mellon, Morehead St. OL Joe Monahan- Culver Stockton, Grand View, Olivet Nazarene, Butler OL Drew Parrish LB Sean Curry QB Ashton Ruszkowski- Butler RB Andrew Engle- Cincinnati Christian, Concordia Ann Arbour RB Jordan Curtis WR Akil Mitchell -Carleton, Oberlin, Rose-Hulman
Akil Mitchell appears to be a RB or, at least, his highlights present him as such.
Can't hurt to have Javon Freeman, his classmate from Whitney Young, at Valpo already.
Miran posted a receiver committed, I have also heard that he was recruited as one, We have a good amount of RB's on roster heading into next season
44 Kyle Cartales RB 6'1 205 SR.
32 Cody Boxrucker RB 6'0 215 SR.
15 Doug Haugh RB 6'1 205 R-SO.
26 Anthony Maceo RB 5'9 170 R-FR.
25 Riley Allison RB 5'10 205 R-FR.
20 Cam Raupach RB 5'10 175 R-FR.
Jordan Curtis RB 6'0 180 FR.
Andrew Engle RB 5'10 190 FR.
With Jimmy's health in question, our o-line personnel, and a stable of backs I am thinking run game could be 60-40 next season
I don't see that recruit as a WR. Some make sense because of the way they play the game such as Catrine and (I think) Kuramata played RB in HS at least to a point. They played the game more upright. This guy does everything as a RB...iow....low.
I don't disagree with the RB thought. QB issues. Bigger WR issues. Should have run a lot more last season.
https://twitter.com/AnthonyHo1mes/status/1090770176050716673
upside is he was a productive slot receiver.
downside is that he's listed at 5'5".
Quote from: JD24 on January 30, 2019, 11:51:17 PM
upside is he was a productive slot receiver.
downside is that he's listed at 5'5".
But, he appears to have breakaway speed. I wonder if Ollie Reese had anything to do with his recruitment as they are from the same area of Tennessee.
Donovan Earles DB 5'10 175 FR. 2019 Chicago, Ill. Morgan Park
Sean Curry LB 6'2 215 FR. 2019 Holt, Mich. Holt
Drew Parrish OL 6'3 240 FR. 2019 New Lenox, Ill. Lincoln-Way
Joe Monahan OL 6'2 265 FR. 2019 Hinsdale, Ill. Hinsdale
Stone Dixon OL 6'3 280 FR. 2019 Cincinnati, Ohio Archbishop Moeller
Ashton Ruszkowski QB 6'0 185 FR. 2019 Granger, Ind. St. Joseph's
Jordan Curtis RB 6'0 180 FR. 2019 Grayslake, Ill. Grayslake North
Andrew Engle RB 5'10 190 FR. 2019 Lorain, Ohio Clearview
Anthony Holmes WR 5'5 170 FR. 2019 Brentwood, Tenn. Ravenwood
Akil Mitchell WR 5'11 170 FR. 2019 Chicago, Ill. Whitney Young
That makes number 10, for the record
ILL-5
Ohio-2
Ind-1
Mich-1
Tenn-1
I like the commitment to more local kids, I've heard as of this second there are 81 kids in for spring, looks like there are 19 spots left (110) before camp, 29 spots open overall, cannot tell you the last time Valpo had only a recruiting class in the 20's
Quote from: vu72 on January 31, 2019, 08:45:55 AMQuote from: JD24 on January 30, 2019, 11:51:17 PMupside is he was a productive slot receiver. downside is that he's listed at 5'5".
But, he appears to have breakaway speed. I wonder if Ollie Reese had anything to do with his recruitment as they are from the same area of Tennessee.
It's tough to play WR at 5'5" for a couple of reasons. Doesn't mean it can't be done but dismissing it as a major obstacle (which I'm not saying your doing) would be a mistake. Kick and PR after Gessinger leaves. Maybe even if Gessinger is used more from LOS as a slot although I don't see him holding up over the full season playing full time at his size.
Commit: Daniel Files 6'3 305 DT Bloomfield, Mich
Other offers: Lawrence Tech, Oberlin College, Tiffin University
Quote from: valpofb16 on January 31, 2019, 09:47:06 AMDonovan Earles DB 5'10 175 FR. 2019 Chicago, Ill. Morgan Park Sean Curry LB 6'2 215 FR. 2019 Holt, Mich. Holt Drew Parrish OL 6'3 240 FR. 2019 New Lenox, Ill. Lincoln-Way Joe Monahan OL 6'2 265 FR. 2019 Hinsdale, Ill. Hinsdale Stone Dixon OL 6'3 280 FR. 2019 Cincinnati, Ohio Archbishop Moeller Ashton Ruszkowski QB 6'0 185 FR. 2019 Granger, Ind. St. Joseph's Jordan Curtis RB 6'0 180 FR. 2019 Grayslake, Ill. Grayslake North Andrew Engle RB 5'10 190 FR. 2019 Lorain, Ohio Clearview Anthony Holmes WR 5'5 170 FR. 2019 Brentwood, Tenn. Ravenwood Akil Mitchell WR 5'11 170 FR. 2019 Chicago, Ill. Whitney Young That makes number 10, for the record ILL-5 Ohio-2 Ind-1 Mich-1 Tenn-1 I like the commitment to more local kids, I've heard as of this second there are 81 kids in for spring, looks like there are 19 spots left (110) before camp, 29 spots open overall, cannot tell you the last time Valpo had only a recruiting class in the 20's
Aren't there more announced commitments to the program prior to NSD this year than normal?
Commit: Jalen Allen 6'1 180 DB Arsenal Tech Indianapolis, IN
Other Offers: Western Michigan (247 verified), Kentucky Weselyan, Minnesota Duluth
Commit: TE Dominic Carlucci 6'2 228 Cardinal Gibbons High School, Raleigh NC
Other Offers: Dayton, Wagner, PWO North Carolina, Limestone, PWO NC State, Butler, Stetson
Looks like a great grab!
Quote from: valpofb16 on February 04, 2019, 07:17:56 PM
Commit: TE Dominic Carlucci 6'2 228 Cardinal Gibbons High School, Raleigh NC
Other Offers: Dayton, Wagner, PWO North Carolina, Limestone, PWO NC State, Butler, Stetson
Looks like a great grab!
Kudos to the staff on this one. From NC
with PWO's to both UNC and NC St.
https://twitter.com/dlcarlucci1/status/1092592225530380288
Commit: LB/DB Austin Chilton 6'2 195 West Orange High School, Winter Gardens Fla.
Other Offers: Morehead St. , Stetson, Florida Tech, Jacksonville, Augustana College
It seems like the quality of recruits is definitely picking up. Some of these offers were from scholarship teams, like Minnesota Duluth (D2) and others. Presume these kids are good to very good students and able to garner enough academic scholarships to be able and willing to play for us. Looks very exciting!
Commit: DL Chase Bibler 6'4 245 Buchannon High School, Clovis, Calif
Other Offers:None posted
Quote from: valpofb16 on February 05, 2019, 08:37:43 AM
Commit: DL Chase Bibler 6'4 245 Buchannon High School, Clovis, Calif
Other Offers:None posted
2018 1st Team All Section
2018 1st Team All Conference
2018 Defensive Player of the Year
Selected to the 2018 Sports Farm All-American Showcase
3 year Varsity Starter
Selected to the 2017 USA Football Development Game
One of the things Coach has done will is change the style of recruit so be one that can both play on the team BUT also be successful at the university. This helps in lots of ways, both in regards to the attitude and retention of the recruit and in elevating the culture of the program. A student looking to continue their football career but also having their eyes on academics is that type that brings value to the university both on and off the field.
Agreed Horne was really good at this,
Adams struggled, leaving Carlson with quite the attrition issue. Dave hasn't had too much attrition relatively over the first few seasons. Next season will be a rebuilding one but the types of high schools they are recruiting has changed as well.
Carlson often went to smaller high schools and tried to get the top kids on those teams, Cecchini is going after solid contributors who played high level competition. (Note this is a blanket statement, I understand there are exceptions on both sides)
Quote from: valpofb16 on February 05, 2019, 01:24:14 PMNext season will be a rebuilding one but the types of high schools they are recruiting has changed as well.
Why would you think next year is a rebuilding year? With the players coming back and good luck health wise, I would think the expectation would be for a winning record, particularly if Seewald is healthy or Duncan continues to improve. The good news about last year was that a lot of young guys got a lot of playing time under their belts.
Because they lose
DE Studyvin
DT Trumpower
LB Wheeler
LB Snouffer
DB Diaz-Martinez
DB Campell
OL Rentschler
OL Schofield
OL Taliaferro
TE Sutter
WR Norberg
WR Rene
WR Fox
That's a lot of production, also many multi year starters. It will be a youth year, they should improve from 2-9 however there will be A LOT of new faces
Quote from: valpofb16 on February 05, 2019, 02:08:59 PM
Because they lose
DE Studyvin
DT Trumpower
LB Wheeler
LB Snouffer
DB Diaz-Martinez
DB Campell
OL Rentschler
OL Schofield
OL Taliaferro
TE Sutter
WR Norberg
WR Rene
WR Fox
That's a lot of production, also many multi year starters. It will be a youth year, they should improve from 2-9 however there will be A LOT of new faces
Plus both punters
Commit: OL Jackson Laird 6'5 270 West Bloomfield High School, West Bloomfield, Mich.
Other Offers: St. Norbert, College of Wooster
Commit: LB Cameron Brown 6-0 200 Casteel High School, Gilbert Arizona
Other Offers: University of Mary, San Diego, Penn
Class is at 17
Quote from: valpofb16 on February 05, 2019, 02:08:59 PM
Because they lose
DE Studyvin
DT Trumpower
LB Wheeler
LB Snouffer
DB Diaz-Martinez
DB Campell
OL Rentschler
OL Schofield
OL Taliaferro
TE Sutter
WR Norberg
WR Rene
WR Fox
That's a lot of production, also many multi year starters. It will be a youth year, they should improve from 2-9 however there will be A LOT of new faces
Fair enough, but, I just counted 33 of 44 back from the two deep from our last game not counting Seewald. Several of those seniors didn't play much due to injury. Does that make us a good team? Nope. But it does give us experience and that, in and of itself, can play out. Let's sure as heck hope we do better than 2-9.
While Snouffer is impossible to replace, getting Turner back is huge for both leadership and production. Petrie returns as well and Messler who had that break out game vs. Butler. Reed and Olojo seem like two big strong kids to anchor the DL. DBs will need to grow up quick, but Cam Kelly played a ton at corner.
Young WRs and QB health issues combined with depth at RB may bring about a change in offensive balance. Seems like they have plenty of runs in the system and, on paper at least, the running game may need to become a greater emphasis.
I'm concerned about coaching staff depth... into Feb. now with several spots still not filled. Hoping that once we are past signing day that filling out the staff becomes the priority.
Quote from: NWIGuy on February 05, 2019, 03:21:28 PMYoung WRs and QB health issues combined with depth at RB may bring about a change in offensive balance. Seems like they have plenty of runs in the system and, on paper at least, the running game may need to become a greater emphasis.
I'd like to think so but it should have happened last year with a veteran OL and didn't. Dave likes to throw it. It's not just the WRs who are a concern....unless they were hiding a player on the scout team who should have been playing....they also lose Sutter who was a pretty good receiving TE. They didn't throw nearly at all to any other TE using Kluck as a blocking TE.
QuoteI'm concerned about coaching staff depth... into Feb. now with several spots still not filled. Hoping that once we are past signing day that filling out the staff becomes the priority.
I wonder if the hires have been made but just not announced as of yet. Maybe that's more of a hope than a wonder.
Commit: LB Taurie Saunders 6'0 220 Southfield A&T High School. Southfield, Mich.
Others Offers: Pacific, Olivet, Concordia
Class now up to 18
Quote from: valpofb16 on February 06, 2019, 07:41:13 AM
Commit: LB Taurie Saunders 6'0 220 Southfield A&T High School. Southfield, Mich.
Others Offers: Pacific, Olivet, Concordia
Class now up to 18
Not University of the Pacific (D-I) but probably Pacific Lutheran (D-III), Olivet (D-III) and proabably Concordia Ann Arbor (NAIA)
Recruiting Roster Jalen Allen DB 6'1 168 FR. 2019 Arsenal Tech Indiana
Evan Annis LB 6'0 208 FR. 2019 Hillard Davidson Ohio
Chase Bibler DL 6'4 240 FR. 2019 Buchanan California
Cameron Brown DB 5'10 187 FR. 2019 Casteel Arizona
Austin Chilton DB 6'2 185 FR. 2019 West Orange Florida
Alex Conlin LB 6'2 210 FR. 2019 Dupont Manual Kentucky
Sean Curry LB 6'2 210 FR. 2019 Holt Michigan
Jordan Curtis RB 6'0 200 FR. 2019 Grayslake North Illinois
Stone Dixon OL 6'3 270 FR. 2019 Moeller Ohio
Drew Engle RB 5'10 192 FR. 2019 Clearview Ohio
Daniel Files DL 6'3 305 FR. 2019 Cransbrook-Kingswood Michigan
Jackson Laird OL 6'5 265 FR. 2019 West Bloomfield Michigan
Akil Mitchell DB 5'10 175 FR. 2019 Whitney Young Illinois
Joe Monahan OL 6'1 260 FR. 2019 Hinsdale Central Illinois
Drew Parrish OL 6'3 230 FR. 2019 Lincoln Way Central Illinois
Ashton Ruszkowski QB 6'1 180 FR. 2019 Saint Joseph Indiana
Tarie Saunders LB 6'0 220 FR. 2019 Southfield Michigan
Stephen Schimanski DL 6'4 235 FR. 2019 Bath Michigan
No Carlucci or Holmes
Quote from: valpofb16 on February 06, 2019, 02:13:34 PM
Recruiting Roster Jalen Allen DB 6'1 168 FR. 2019 Arsenal Tech Indiana
Evan Annis LB 6'0 208 FR. 2019 Hillard Davidson Ohio
Chase Bibler DL 6'4 240 FR. 2019 Buchanan California
Cameron Brown DB 5'10 187 FR. 2019 Casteel Arizona
Austin Chilton DB 6'2 185 FR. 2019 West Orange Florida
Alex Conlin LB 6'2 210 FR. 2019 Dupont Manual Kentucky
Sean Curry LB 6'2 210 FR. 2019 Holt Michigan
Jordan Curtis RB 6'0 200 FR. 2019 Grayslake North Illinois
Stone Dixon OL 6'3 270 FR. 2019 Moeller Ohio
Drew Engle RB 5'10 192 FR. 2019 Clearview Ohio
Daniel Files DL 6'3 305 FR. 2019 Cransbrook-Kingswood Michigan
Jackson Laird OL 6'5 265 FR. 2019 West Bloomfield Michigan
Akil Mitchell DB 5'10 175 FR. 2019 Whitney Young Illinois
Joe Monahan OL 6'1 260 FR. 2019 Hinsdale Central Illinois
Drew Parrish OL 6'3 230 FR. 2019 Lincoln Way Central Illinois
Ashton Ruszkowski QB 6'1 180 FR. 2019 Saint Joseph Indiana
Tarie Saunders LB 6'0 220 FR. 2019 Southfield Michigan
Stephen Schimanski DL 6'4 235 FR. 2019 Bath Michigan
No Carlucci or Holmes
To me our biggest needs were WR and P and we apparently struck out on both as of now. We need those plus a TE and maybe a second QB given our injuries
Quote from: valpofb16 on February 06, 2019, 02:13:34 PMNo Carlucci or Holmes
Carlucci's twitter page still has Valpo '23 listed. Guessing that he hasn't been accepted as of yet and Valpo in the past has not announced players who've committed but hadn't been "finalized" to that point. So I'm hoping that's the issue and he's still on the way.
IndyValpo's comments about the lack of receiver recruits whether they are WR's or TE's is concerning long term. Punter and a second kicker are needed.
I wonder who we will lose, and if anyone follows Cech to Bucknell.
Quote from: valpotx on February 06, 2019, 08:37:18 PM
I wonder who we will lose, and if anyone follows Cech to Bucknell.
Hopefully he agreed to keep his hands off our recruits. I think Bucknell only signed 5 guys today.
Quote from: valpotx on February 06, 2019, 08:37:18 PM
I wonder who we will lose, and if anyone follows Cech to Bucknell.
Gotta believe Dave would not poach on Valpo's incoming class. And remember the Patriot League now offers FB scholarships, so the talent level goes up there and our kids probably would not make the scholarship cut (but maybe could get in as non-scholly players).
Quote from: IndyValpo on February 06, 2019, 08:45:04 PMQuote from: valpotx on February 06, 2019, 08:37:18 PMI wonder who we will lose, and if anyone follows Cech to Bucknell.
Hopefully he agreed to keep his hands off our recruits. I think Bucknell only signed 5 guys today.
was valpotx talking about recruits or staff members? I took it as staff members but could be wrong.
This being a recruiting thread I assumed recruits.
Quote from: VULB#62 on February 06, 2019, 09:13:25 PMThis being a recruiting thread I assumed recruits.
True. I didn't look at which thread I was in.
I agree that it's unlikely any recruits follow him. Probably talking about a slightly different pool of athletes with maybe an exception or two. Bucknell had signed 11 on ESD as well as those who signed today.
Quote from: VULB#62 on February 06, 2019, 09:13:25 PM
This being a recruiting thread I assumed recruits.
"Remember contestants that you need to keep the category title in mind when giving your answer in the form of a question," Alex Trebek
BTW, the Twitter release and the Valpo Athletics release both mentioned this is the "First Batch" of commits. In the past a number of other players whose paperwork was not complete or who still had not made decisions became part of a second, third etc. batch later in the spring. Let's hope that, at a minimum, at least one good TE and a punter are among them.
Quote from: VULB#62 on February 07, 2019, 09:25:56 AMBTW, the Twitter release and the Valpo Athletics release both mentioned this is the "First Batch" of commits. In the past a number of other players whose paperwork was not complete or who still had not made decisions became part of a second, third etc. batch later in the spring. Let's hope that, at a minimum, at least one good TE and a punter are among them.
One of the verbal commits who was not listed as signed is a TE so hopefully he works out. As to punter....how's your kicking leg and mightwe be able to squeeze another year of eligibility out of the NCAA for you?
I was always on the other end of the snap -- long snapper. :lol: Was a busy puppy in the days of limited substitution college football: RG, ILB, LS. I was pretty versatile but was never able to snap the ball to myself.
I was speaking about current players, staff, and incoming recruits.
Based on twittersphere....more recruit signings announced later today.
Quote from: JD24 on February 08, 2019, 12:30:58 PM
Based on twittersphere....more recruit signings announced later today.
Earles and Holmes added the only previously announced remaining is Carlucci.
Quote from: IndyValpo on February 09, 2019, 06:25:06 AMQuote from: JD24 on February 08, 2019, 12:30:58 PMBased on twittersphere....more recruit signings announced later today.
Earles and Holmes added the only previously announced remaining is Carlucci.
Don't know how to read these tealeaves but Carlucci's twitter page no longer has the "Valpo '23" in his profile but his timeline still has his Valpo commitment comments.
Quote from: JD24 on February 09, 2019, 08:48:47 AM
Quote from: IndyValpo on February 09, 2019, 06:25:06 AMQuote from: JD24 on February 08, 2019, 12:30:58 PMBased on twittersphere....more recruit signings announced later today.
Earles and Holmes added the only previously announced remaining is Carlucci.
Don't know how to read these tealeaves but Carlucci's twitter page no longer has the "Valpo '23" in his profile but his timeline still has his Valpo commitment comments.
Sadly I think we will probably lose him. I thought he was potentially our top get...hope i'm wrong
Quote from: IndyValpo on February 09, 2019, 09:02:36 AMQuote from: JD24 on February 09, 2019, 08:48:47 AMQuote from: IndyValpo on February 09, 2019, 06:25:06 AMQuote from: JD24 on February 08, 2019, 12:30:58 PMBased on twittersphere....more recruit signings announced later today.
Earles and Holmes added the only previously announced remaining is Carlucci.
Don't know how to read these tealeaves but Carlucci's twitter page no longer has the "Valpo '23" in his profile but his timeline still has his Valpo commitment comments.
Sadly I think we will probably lose him. I thought he was potentially our top get...hope i'm wrong
With offers from Butler, Dayton and the preferred walk-ons I unfortunately agree. If he has any interest in the legal field, Stetson could be a factor as well.
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Commit ILB Jacob Floresca 6'2 190 Plainfield East I'll.
https://twitter.com/WorldExposureFB/status/1098785269447356416
We have a punter; Patrick Oliva from South Bend St Joe. I think he was a Kicker as well.
Needs to charge his phone. Highlights show at least as muck placekicking as punting. He'll be pretty busy.
https://twitter.com/patrickoliva10/status/1109258635719393281/photo/1
Quote from: JD24 on March 22, 2019, 10:28:35 PM
Needs to charge his phone. Highlights show at least as muck placekicking as punting. He'll be pretty busy.
https://twitter.com/patrickoliva10/status/1109258635719393281/photo/1
Is it an iPhone? I got one of those in my car.
#98 Brian Bartholomew has been added to roster as a R-FR. Kicker, Oliva committed, Latsonis will be available for 4 games next season as his intention is to grad transfer following season.
Cupboard looking less empty at this position now
Quote from: valpofb16 on March 24, 2019, 08:36:10 PM#98 Brian Bartholomew has been added to roster as a R-FR. Kicker, Oliva committed, Latsonis will be available for 4 games next season as his intention is to grad transfer following season. Cupboard looking less empty at this position now
Is Bartholomew also a kicker?\
edit: didn't realize he was on the web page as on the roster so I answered my own question. He is a kicker.
If that is Latsonis' intention and he's made the coaches aware of it, if I'm the coach I'm saying thanks but no thanks. How can you possibly preach that it's one for all and all for one, etc. while playing a guy you know is leaving your program with eligibility?
#28 Franck Tsoungui 5-11 162 FR. WR and #19 Beau Sanoris 6-0 180 FR. RB have been added to the roster.
Also O'Doherty did not quit leaving 11 linemen for spring with 4 incoming.
P Ulbrich has landed at Middle Tennessee St. (FBS)
Quote from: valpofb16 on March 25, 2019, 02:44:13 PM#28 Franck Tsoungui 5-11 162 FR. WR and #19 Beau Sanoris 6-0 180 FR. RB have been added to the roster. Also O'Doherty did not quit leaving 11 linemen for spring with 4 incoming. P Ulbrich has landed at Middle Tennessee St. (FBS)
valpofb you're so good you forgot you were on the pulse back in January. I'd never forget a name like Tsoungui and you brought him up as joining in January.
Commit: Malek Williams 6'0 175 DB Muncie Central, IN
Looks like we're getting new brown jerseys as well this season
I played in the era when our helmets were old metalic gold. Love to see that return as well. But with today's technology it would be great if it was bright gold like ND.
WR signing....Oscar Lopez 6-1 200 from Vermillion JC in Minnesota
Lopez's stats were pretty good last year...his freshman year.
36 receptions 602 yards and 3 TDs
28 receptions in conference which was 2nd in conference play.
Big body receiver, has a chance to play right away. Believe he is a 3for2 JUCO prospect so he will come in as a Junior, after thinking it makes sense for JUCO's need to balance out attrition from 2016 class
Quote from: valpofb16 on April 17, 2019, 08:30:31 AMBig body receiver, has a chance to play right away. Believe he is a 3for2 JUCO prospect so he will come in as a Junior, after thinking it makes sense for JUCO's need to balance out attrition from 2016 class
Based on his highlights, it appears he played mostly in the slot but also lined up outside and even at TE on a couple of plays within his highlights. Showed the ability to catch the ball when challenged. I don't see how he doesn't play right away unless Valpo's been stashing WRs on the scout team for some odd reason.
Quote from: IndyValpo on April 16, 2019, 01:57:33 PM
WR signing....Oscar Lopez 6-1 200 from Vermillion JC in Minnesota
There is little doubt in my mind that the only reason Lopez is coming to Valpo is because of the balmy weather and the chance to go to the beach. (Vermillion is located in Ely, MN, seventeen miles from the Canadian border. Record low for November? -24. Record low for December? -44. Record low for January? -47. Record low for February? -51. Record low for March? -42. You get the picture. ;))
Little more on Mr. Lopez.
He attended Mount Ida College in Newton MA (he's from Revere, MA) in 2017. MIC closed that spring (2018) rather abruptly. So he headed for the upper reaches of Minnesota. His JC eligibilility should be up if I'm understanding the JC rules (can only compete 2 years). This is why he's coming in as a junior. He had 28 catches for Mount Ida in 2017.
New commit:
WR JB Bingham 6'2" 200 North Central HS in Indianapolis which is located in Indiana.
Hs teammate of Helm, I have roster up to 97 now
New QB commitment:
Trent Salyers of Wheelersburg OH
Quote from: IndyValpo on May 03, 2019, 10:19:34 AM
New QB commitment:
Trent Salyers of Wheelersburg OH
Kid looks like he has all the throws plus some wheels!
https://www.hudl.com/video/3/5589703/5a3dd7712aa6240eacbc7a4f
Pretty good going to his left and throwing across his body too. 6' and 163 best ht/wt I could quickly find. And, 72, why wouldn't he have good wheels? He's from Wheelersburg. :lol:
Quote from: vu72 on May 03, 2019, 10:46:49 AM
Quote from: IndyValpo on May 03, 2019, 10:19:34 AM
New QB commitment:
Trent Salyers of Wheelersburg OH
Kid Mature independent young adult smart enough to go to Valpo looks like he has all the throws plus some wheels!
https://www.hudl.com/video/3/5589703/5a3dd7712aa6240eacbc7a4f
Quote from: VULB#62 on May 03, 2019, 12:11:42 PM
Pretty good going to his left and throwing across his body too. 6' and 163 best ht/wt I could quickly find. And, 72, why wouldn't he have good wheels? He's from Wheelersburg. :lol:
Found 6'2" 175# May need to hit the spaghetti and the weight room!!
Nice Highlights are from his junior year so I assume he grew and got better. The program he's from has been very successful. A long run of success statewide with a short period of exception in the early 2000's. Why do I mention this? See below:
Just odd to me that he says on his twitter feed that Valpo was his first offer. I know there are under the radar guys but he's a QB who put up some big numbers and he doesn't get a look? It's just strange I guess. Hopefully he works out. Listed as a Pro-style QB which may be a necessity with his frame at this point.
Getting back to the school program...after all this success they have had 3 players play FBS football (2 for Marshall and one for Ohio some years back) over about 45 years. Another couple have played Dayton, Morehead St and Robert Morris respectively. The others played Div II, III and NAIA programs. That's just not a lot of players playing college ball from a successful program. It could be that the coaches don't really do "recruiting" well in directing their athletes to schools as I feel they should. It could also mean the coach(s) are better at putting together teams who's sum is much better than their individual parts. However it could also mean that the level of player in the league the school plays in is overall not very talented. This is why HUDL highlights don't always tell the entire story no matter how good they look for any particular player and that can go in different directions.
Thanks for the update on ht/wt 72. Much better numbers.
Good digging, 24. I watched some of the jr. video and what also impressed me was his receivers going for the ball. He was well complemented that's fer sure. There also were a number of clips where receivers were wide open out of the backfield which may speak to your comment about competition quality. I'd love to know his 40 time (his most recent time, not his junior time) cuz in one clip I recall he ran through an opponent's secondary and actually out-sprinted them to the EZ.
Personal style and preference comments: I would love to see us find a legit double threat QB. We will never be super talented like USD, so we need to create matchup advantages. In our last two coaches we tried to do that almost exclusively via passing by semi-mobile QBs (Ben Lehman was the exception and I miss his presence every season). The reviews are quite mixed on that. Especially, when both coaches (Dave less so) did not put D on the same level as O. Sorry, that's the LB in me.
Most PFL teams have ganged up on our receivers and used rudimentary rushes for pressure. They seldom honored our rush game. That's easy-peasy defense. What if you force PFL teams to honor BOTH the rush and pass game. That's gonna make it harder to stop us because opponents are now forced into a matchup game and we then can dictate the matchups. Yay!
On tape, this kid is more along the lines of a mobile QB who can get away from pressure and, when a QB keep is called, he seems to be able to execute.
He also seems to have good field vision, some creativity, and finds open guys while on the run.
BUT....... yes, these are highlights. Who knows? Just glad they got another QB commit. Hope we get some under the radar OL and/or WRs before the summer.
On D, I'm gonna keep my mouth shut. Fox is an 11 year DC at Dayton and those teams have been pretty darned good in that regard over those years. He knows what he needs on that side of the ball. I only hope MLB can give him what he needs to go out and get those kids.
Holy crap. I didn't realize how much I wrote. Sorry
Saylers brings roster to 98,
What I gathered on film and research, he was often the tallest player on film, at 6'2 that shows size of talent around him
Team was rated in top 1,000 of maxpreps went 12-2 and was #85 in Ohio.
What this likely means?
We are getting a QB who played for the cream of the crop in lower division Ohio football. Kid looked like he had a great arm and tools, will have a couple years to adjust to speed and talent.
Good recruiting grab overall, I'll take a small school winner over a mega school bottom feeder any day
I agree with VULB62's comments about preferring a dual threat option in the offense and I've been wishing Dave would use Duncan in this regard since sometimes I think I prefer him running than throwing. It's possible that last year with Seewald on the ropes that the staff didn't want to risk Duncan being injured running too often.
Saylers appears to have the skillset to be a dual threat even if he was listed as a pro style QB but he's going to have to put on some weight in all likelihood or there'd be a risk of injury. He was a basketball player as well on a pretty good team and he was pretty good himself apparently. I also thought of the possibility of a position switch with him as well as a 6'2" WR with some wheels may work out pretty well although there is a lot more to playing WR effectively than too many people don't realize.
Quote from: JD24 on May 04, 2019, 01:56:59 PMHe was a basketball player as well on a pretty good team and he was pretty good himself apparently.
Can he shoot the 3?
I've always thought Duncan should move to WR. 6-4 190 and ran a 4.5 40 last fall. Unfortunately due to injury they only played around with it in the spring.
Kripe, 4.5? Why didn't we use his wheels more when he was at QB? Never mind, I think I know — it didn't fit into that extremely complex system that only thinks of QBs as pure passers. Runners run. QBs pass. Goes back to what JD24 and I said on numerous occasions: you adjust your system to the available talent. You don't stubbornly try to shoehorn your talent into situations that don't allow them use thier natural gifts. I hope Fox is more flexible and can do that correctly.
New Recruit: WR Solomon Davis Brighton HS Brighton, Tenn. 5-11 180 , National HS Rank: 8,543
Roster stands at 99, 11 slots open for camp
Edit: Jacob Floresca from Plainfield East has decommitted, brings roster down to 98, makes sense due to change in need of LB numbers
Quote from: valpofb16 on May 06, 2019, 02:38:43 PMEdit: Jacob Floresca from Plainfield East has decommitted, brings roster down to 98, makes sense due to change in need of LB numbers
I was having trouble understanding how he was playing LBer at the listed 6-2 190. That's be relatively thin for a WR.
New Commit: Jakob Berkemeier WR 6'4 195 Oak Hills, Cincinnati Ohio
Team National Rank: 3288
Roster now is 99
Height can overcome speed deficiencies if the kid has guts and some spring in his leap. Hope he has route discipline.
Basketball player on a good team. Football player on a bad team.
He does not appear to be skinny and I question either the height or the weight. Basketball players at WR often turn on how much they can deal with contact in college. But his background is good. Didn't seem to bother him in HS. College can be a different ballgame. Looks like he was used in the slot a lot in HS.
If I remember right Edinboro used a lot of the tight end in the slot, he could be a TE/WR type guy, Bittner and Sutter had very similar measurables their freshman year
I don't disagree with the thought that he may be a move TE but in terms of offense, Edinboro completed 13 passes to TEs last year, 4 passes the year prior and 8 in 2016 while Limbach was there. So it doesn't appear that he uses the TE as a receiving threat all that often (although it was effective last season in terms of yardage).
In terms of this guy's position, on his highlights there was a play in which he was blocking downfield I guess to show that he could block. However on the play used, the DB ran the guy right to the ball carrier and he made the tackle. It was just a weird play to use to demonstrate his blocking ability.
Quote from: IndyValpo on May 03, 2019, 10:19:34 AM
New QB commitment:
Trent Salyers of Wheelersburg OH
Great article about his signing.
https://www.portsmouth-dailytimes.com/sports/38063/salyers-signs-w-valpo
Well rounded, multi-sport, smart and football smart, and apparently tough with a high pain threshold. Wonder if he got D-II or NAIA offers but was holding out for FCS? As wondered about previously, his W/L record and stats should have opened a few eyes at the FCS level at least. Also wonder how he got past Dayton's recruiters. I really hope he competes immediately and pushes the veterans right away. Evidently he can throw and his coach mentioned good reads. In the back of my mind, I'm thinking...... maybe he's the double threat that opens up the offense for Coach Fox. Regardless, great to have him at Valpo.
Quote from: VULB#62 on May 11, 2019, 12:31:30 PMWell rounded, multi-sport, smart and football smart, and apparently tough with a high pain threshold. Wonder if he got D-II or NAIA offers but was holding out for FCS? As wondered about previously, his W/L record and stats should have opened a few eyes at the FCS level at least. Also wonder how he got past Dayton's recruiters. I really hope he competes immediately and pushes the veterans right away. Evidently he can throw and his coach mentioned good reads. In the back of my mind, I'm thinking...... maybe he's the double threat that opens up the offense for Coach Fox. Regardless, great to have him at Valpo.
It's possible he may have been holding out looking for an offer playing basketball thus the late recruit to football. There was nothing I could find indicating this athlete was offered anywhere in football which I just find odd for the QB of a successful program.
New Commit: Austin Martins OLB 5'10 205 Modesto Junior College , California
Oristemba HS: 5003 Nationally. (2016)
Led team in rushing/tackles
Very fast player , undersized but a playmaker
Roster stands at 100
Final Class
15 Ashton Ruszkowski QB QB 6'1 180 FR. Granger, Ind. Saint Joseph's
5 Trent Saylers QB QB 6'2 175 FR. Wheelersburg, Ohio Wheelersburg
21 Drew Engle RB RB 5'10 190 FR. Lorain, Ohio Clearview
23 Jordan Curtis RB RB 6'0 180 FR. Round Lake Beach, Ill. Grayslake North
2 Oscar Lopez WR WRY 6'1 200 Jr. Newton, Ma. Revere (Vermillion City JC)
2 Anthony Holmes WR WRX 5'5 170 FR. Brentwood, Tenn. Ravenwood
6 Jordan Bingham WR WRZ 6'2 200 FR. Indianapolis, Ind. North Central
21 Solomon Davis WR WRZ 5'11 180 FR. Brighton, Tenn. Brighton
81 Jacob Berkemeier WR WRZ 6'4 195 FR. Cincinnati, Ohio Christian Hills
63 Joe Monahan OL OC 6'1 260 FR. Hinsdale, Ill. Hinsdale Central
72 Stone Dixon OL LG 6'3 270 FR. Cincinnati, Ohio Moeller
72 Drew Parrish OL RT 6'3 230 FR. New Lenox, Ill. Lincoln Way Central
75 Jackson Laird OL LT 6'5 265 FR. West Bloomfield, Mich. West Bloomfield
78 Stephen Schmanski DL DT 6'4 325 FR. Bath, Mich. Bath
97 Daniel Files DL NT 6'3 305 FR. Lake Orion, Mich. Cranbrook-Kingswood
7 Austin Martins DL WDE 5'10 204 Jr. Newman, Calif. Oritsemba (Modesto JC)
44 Sean Curry DL WDE 6'2 210 FR. Lansing, Mich. Holt
50 Trejuan Purty DL WDE 6'0 225 R-So. Maryville, Tenn. Maryville High School (East Tennessee St.)
90 Chase Bibler DL SDE 6'4 240 FR. Clovis, Calif. Buchannon
9 Tarie Saunders LB MLB 6'0 220 FR. Detroit, Mich. South Field
10 Alex Conlin LB SLB 6'2 210 FR. Louisville, Ky. DuPont Manual
8 Evan Annis CR CRU 6'0 208 FR. Hilliard, Ohio Hilliard Davidson
7 Akil Mitchell DB FCB 5'10 175 FR. Chicago, Ill. Whitney Young
8 Jalen Allen DB FCB 6'1 185 FR. Indianapolis, Ind. Arsenal Tech
20 Austin Chilton DB BCB 6'2 185 FR. Windermere, Fla. West Orange
2 Donovan Earles DB FS 6'0 175 FR. Chicago, Ill. Morgan Park
9 Cameron Brown DB SS 5'10 190 FR. Gilbert, Ariz. Casteel
6 Malek Williams DB SS 6'0 175 FR. Muncie, Ind. Muncie Central
18 Colton Kraus DB SS 5'9 175 FR. Racine, Wis. Racine
10 Patrick Oliva P P 5'11 165 FR. South Bend, Ind. Saint Joseph's
30 New Crusaders, several Cecchini's recruits. Ruzskowski is more mobile while Saylers a pocket passer. Both backs are Morgan type of player. 5 WR 4 after signing day great job by new staff to assess a need. No Tight Ends (Berkemeier?). 4 OL after big class last year, had horrible retention. Monahan + Dixon could be in rotation sooner than later. DL not thrilled by our DT's film. Bibler looks like the real deal. Martins and Purty are undersized but very fast, Curry is a wild card could make sense to move to tight end. LB's recruited for 3/4 Saunders will need to get faster, Conlin a solid fit. Annis could see the field early at CRU. DB's are a mixed bag Brown, Allen look ready to go. Oliva will likely get reps early out of necessity.
Overall good job by Fox to retain many of the recruits while also adding 12. Very balanced class numbers wise.
http://www.valpoathletics.com/football/news/2019-20/19151/valpo-football-adds-12-to-recruiting-class/
Go Coach Fox. Very impressive.
Little concerned with the undersized DEs. I may be misremembering but this is a 4-2-5 defense meaning the ends should have significant outside contain responsibilities and DEs who may be fast and/or quick may also be neutralized in the run game by OLmen who may outweigh them by up to 100lbs.
Hope those WRs can contribute right away. The JC transfer looks like a good get. I think we see a lot of 10 personnel making the TEs lesser of a concern.