This week I was able to catch up with Lamarriel Taylor (6'2" 165), an athlete recruit from San Diego (Calif.) Mission Bay High School. An Illinois transplant, Taylor received his first scholarship offer this past week and had some interesting things to say in regards to some of the differences he's observed in regards to mid-west versus west coast prep football. Enjoy!
First off, I understand that you're originally from the state of
Illinois. Can you let us how long you've been in Southern California and describe what
that transition has been like so far?
I've been in Southern California for
almost a year now. Being from Illinois there's a big change of size and speed.
It seems as if the players have gotten much smaller but faster.
Now, you've received your first offer from Indiana University during
the spring evaluation period. Can you tell us how it felt to receive that
offer, and what aspects of your game do you feel impressed the Hoosier coaching
staff the most to make them extend the offer?
It felt really great/stress relieving
to receive the first one. I really think they extended the offer based on my
work ethic, my background, and my size. I really like their coaching staff,
they show a lot of love to their recruits.
Do you have a specific game plan in respect to generating more interest
from college coaches, and if so can give us an idea of what that plan consist
of?
There's not really a specific plan. I’m
really just going to continue working hard with my teammates and stay humble.
Have you been in communication with any other schools thus far?
Yeah, but really looking forward to
picking up west coast offers. Such as San Diego St, Washington St., and UCLA.
You're at Mission Bay High School. Fellow alumni include such
players as NFL star Arian Foster (Tennessee), Scott White (Washington), and
Dillion Baxter (USC) as guys who signed to major colleges after the conclusion
of their Buccaneer high school careers. How do you see yourself fitting in to
Mission Bay's system, and has the coaching staff outlined a specific plan to
implement you at this stage?
I definitely have a ton of respect
for all 3 of those guys. I see myself fitting in very well in this program such
as being a leader, taking on responsibilities, and bringing that fire to this
program.
Lastly, what do you feel you would bring to the table for a college team that's considering recruiting you for their program?
LEADERSHIP
Fire
Desire
The will to work.
Encouragement
Etc...
We'll try to catch up with Taylor at least once more during the spring to check on any developments in his recruitment.
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