Football: Texas prep safety talks about his decision
The safety from a Texas high school football powerhouse called and confirmed that he has committed to the University of Utah.
However, Jarrad Stewart said he actually made the pledge almost two weeks ago, not over the weekend as has been previously reported.
Still, he called it a "strong commitment" and one not likely to change.
"I looked at Utah's tradition at safety. That was a big factor," he said of his decision. "A lot of good safeties have gone to Utah."
Stewart, 5-foot-10, 180 pounds, said he has never been to Utah, but plans a visit in a few weeks.
He said that after he committed, his high school coach (Tony Heath) told him that Kentucky, Vanderbilt, Boise State, SMU and other schools had expressed interest and were probably on the verge of offering scholarships.
Although he is set on playing safety in college, Stewart said he might get a shot at running back or receiver for his Pearland High team this fall.
He also said he is doing well academically and is on track to graduate.
However, Jarrad Stewart said he actually made the pledge almost two weeks ago, not over the weekend as has been previously reported.
Still, he called it a "strong commitment" and one not likely to change.
"I looked at Utah's tradition at safety. That was a big factor," he said of his decision. "A lot of good safeties have gone to Utah."
Stewart, 5-foot-10, 180 pounds, said he has never been to Utah, but plans a visit in a few weeks.
He said that after he committed, his high school coach (Tony Heath) told him that Kentucky, Vanderbilt, Boise State, SMU and other schools had expressed interest and were probably on the verge of offering scholarships.
Although he is set on playing safety in college, Stewart said he might get a shot at running back or receiver for his Pearland High team this fall.
He also said he is doing well academically and is on track to graduate.
1 Comments:
You're a funny guy, Jay. This is what, the third-fourth story about this recruit? You really do get excited when the Utes land someone, don't you?
Post a Comment
<< Home