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Re: Class of 2014 - 2 for 2028 - 02-05-2014

If you happen to find twitter too fast-paced and informative, gostanford.com has an "inside signing day" blog going:

http://www.gostanford.com/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=30600&ATCLID=209396103

Re: Class of 2014 - PrinceLightfoot - 02-05-2014

One more thing to note concerning Solomon Thomas's committment:

Quote:I'm so blessed to be saying that I will be attending and graduating from Stanford University!

Not that it is uncommon for several players to stay for a fifth year, but at least it is comforting that he will most likely be around for 4 years and obtain his degree before moving on to the NFL.

https://twitter.com/SollyThomas90/status/431080518575460352


Re: Class of 2014 - Extra Point - 02-05-2014

(02-05-2014, 06:16 AM)PrinceLightfoot link Wrote:and a genuinely torn commit to go.

If he is so torn up about this highly personal decision between him and God, why is he making a big production about it on national TV?

Re: Class of 2014 - OutsiderFan - 02-05-2014

Alexander in!

Re: Class of 2014 - washingtonismoney - 02-05-2014

Shaw now, I believe, 74 for 77 in turning admitted recruits into signees.

Re: Class of 2014 - FarmBoy - 02-05-2014

If anyone questioned how Richard Sherman has impacted Stanford brand, apparently Alexander had this to say (Lombardi tweet)

Quote:Who do you model yourself after? New Stanford signee Terrence Alexander: “That’s an easy one, Richard Sherman.”


Re: Class of 2014 - yvonne - 02-05-2014

(02-04-2014, 07:56 PM)Publius link Wrote:If Thomas wants to turn down Stanford for a SEC cellar dweller, then he must literally be mad with love.  I could understand Bama or aTm.  But Arkansas?

I think the famous girlfriend is behind him in the signing photo. That's great to see. A girl who was nagging the guy to forgo a Stanford education for her would have been very selfish.

Re: Class of 2014 - CornFed - 02-05-2014

(02-05-2014, 08:43 AM)FarmBoy link Wrote:If anyone questioned how Richard Sherman has impacted Stanford brand, apparently Alexander had this to say (Lombardi tweet)

Quote:Who do you model yourself after? New Stanford signee Terrence Alexander: “That’s an easy one, Richard Sherman.”

My concern that "The Rant" would damage the Stanford "brand" has been 100% allayed by further observations about Richard Sherman as a person and by the preponderance of positives flowing back from people around me and in the various media depictions.  Based purely on anecdotal observation I would even further say that, those individuals who have continued to rant about "The Rant" negatively do not seem to people whom I would particularly want to be attracted to the Stanford "brand".

That having been said, throughout my life I have been uplifted by those who carry a heavy load quietly and lift those around them both by inspiration and direct input.  Walter Payton comes to mind in the sports world, but there are many others.  That is a reflection of my age and my upbringing.  I have learned that many of today's athletes bring an entirely different set of values and experience to the expression of their passion.  I will always bridle at self-centered and egotistic people in general, and in sports in particular.  Richard Sherman is neither of these and I am proud that his personal story is part of the fabric of our alma mater's history.

Re: Class of 2014 - OutsiderFan - 02-05-2014

So when do we find out about Leiataua?

He seems to be the only one not nailed down.

Re: Class of 2014 - FarmBoy - 02-05-2014

Quote:So when do we find out about Leiataua?

If we're honest with ourselves, we'll find out in 2 years. If he's struggling with the decision now, and he's going on his mission (I think someone said that was the plan, right?) then he'll continue to have BYU recruiting for 2 years as he prostletizes partnered with a lot of current and future BYU students and graduate.

Re: Class of 2014 - 2 for 2028 - 02-05-2014

(02-05-2014, 09:35 AM)CornFed link Wrote:[quote author=FarmBoy link=topic=6741.msg83245#msg83245 date=1391614999]
If anyone questioned how Richard Sherman has impacted Stanford brand, apparently Alexander had this to say (Lombardi tweet)

Quote:Who do you model yourself after? New Stanford signee Terrence Alexander: “That’s an easy one, Richard Sherman.”

My concern that "The Rant" would damage the Stanford "brand" has been 100% allayed by further observations about Richard Sherman as a person and by the preponderance of positives flowing back from people around me and in the various media depictions.  Based purely on anecdotal observation I would even further say that, those individuals who have continued to rant about "The Rant" negatively do not seem to people whom I would particularly want to be attracted to the Stanford "brand".

That having been said, throughout my life I have been uplifted by those who carry a heavy load quietly and lift those around them both by inspiration and direct input.  Walter Payton comes to mind in the sports world, but there are many others.  That is a reflection of my age and my upbringing.  I have learned that many of today's athletes bring an entirely different set of values and experience to the expression of their passion.  I will always bridle at self-centered and egotistic people in general, and in sports in particular.  Richard Sherman is neither of these and I am proud that his personal story is part of the fabric of our alma mater's history.
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I was not a Richard Sherman fan before the rant, but am now. 

Thanks Coach Mason! - needle - 02-05-2014

DT Nifae Lealao joins Vandy

http://espn.go.com/blog/ncfrecruiting/on-the-trail/tag/_/name/2014-signing-day-analysis

Re: Class of 2014 - stan01 - 02-05-2014

I am so impressed with this class.  My one regret is Kirk Tucker.  Everything that kid has said since the admissions decision has been nothing but class.  I will be cheering for him at Oklahoma State. 

Re: Class of 2014 - BigEasyCard - 02-05-2014

(02-05-2014, 11:45 AM)stan01 link Wrote:I am so impressed with this class.  My one regret is Kirk Tucker.  Everything that kid has said since the admissions decision has been nothing but class.  I will be cheering for him at Oklahoma State.

I share your feelings about Kirk Tucker.  My best friend is a Cowboy and he was very glad to receive an email from me about Kirk Tucker with the subject "Our Loss, Your Gain".

Geaux Cardinal!

Re: Class of 2014 - yvonne - 02-05-2014

Thomas's mother and uncle were track folks. I knew there was something special about him!

Re: Class of 2014 - BostonCard - 02-05-2014

Leiataua to BYU.  That's unfortunate, but good luck to him.  He's going on a two year mission, so he wasn't going to be a part of this class anyways.

BC

Re: Class of 2014 - yvonne - 02-05-2014

I'm glad he made the decision now, rather than two years later after the coaches had planned for him. He seems like a very religious lad, and that may be the best place for him. Best of luck to him.

Re: Class of 2014 - rudruff - 02-07-2014

They need to look at Stanford's roster and realize that Kaumatule is not the 'Smith' of Hawaii.


Harrison Phillips's performance last night - Bruce Wang - 02-08-2014

Harrison Phillips led Team USA last night in solo tackles against Team Canada.

http://www.maxpreps.com/news/qlTjVRynQkK4bVRccNAbSg/nelson,-speed-carries-team-usa-past-canada-in-international-bowl.htm

Re: Harrison Phillips's performance last night - zedcom - 02-08-2014

(02-08-2014, 07:38 AM)Publius link Wrote:Harrison Phillips led Team USA last night in solo tackles against Team Canada.

Taking nothing away from Harrison but....

"Phillips and Enoch Smith Jr.., a Michigan State signee from Mount Carmel (Chicago, Ill.), led the U.S. team is solo tackles with five apiece." Both are DTs.

Two great defenses reload!