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Tuesday, October 9, 2007
Sabino likely to attend Tech-Miami game; Watts offered by Tech
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
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Linebacker Etienne Sabino of Dr. Michael M. Krop High in Miami will make his third visit to Columbus, Ohio on Oct. 20 when Ohio State plays host to Michigan State.
Sabino, rated the fifth-best middle linebacker in the nation by Scout.com, is considering scholarship offers from Florida, Georgia Tech, Miami, North Carolina, Ohio State and Southern Cal.
The 6-foot-3, 230-pounder will likely watch two of his candidates play in his backyard on Saturday.
“I’m thinking about going to see Georgia Tech play against Miami this weekend,” he said.
Sabino remains impressed with the Jackets despite their 3-3 record.
“I like their attack style defense,” he said. “It gives you a lot of opportunities to make plays.
“As far as the start, they’ve played some pretty tough teams. To me, that’s not a big issue.”
The coveted linebacker is expected to pick his college in just over five weeks.
“I think my commitment will be around the 13th of November,” Sabino said.
Watts hopes to carry on Washington County tradition
Washington County junior Brandon Watts, who has an offer from Georgia Tech, continues to be recruited heavily by programs from the SEC.
“I’m getting a lot of letters from Georgia, Florida, Auburn and Alabama”, the 6-foot-2, 220-pound linebacker/safety said Tuesday evening.
Watts, who was a guest of Tech during the Jackets’ 13-3 victory over Clemson last month, said it’s too soon for him to consider a commitment.
“It’s a little early, but I like Georgia Tech a lot,” he said.
Watts believes he can fit into Tech coach Chan Gailey’s program.
“I haven’t been around coach Gailey too much, but I think I can play for him,” Watts said. “I hear he’s a good guy.”
Part of Watts’ motivation to succeed comes from Washington County graduates Takeo Spikes, Robert Edwards and Terrance Edwards who went on to enjoy success on the college and professional level.
“They inspire me a lot to keep the tradition going,” Watts said.
Virginia Tech courting Gainesville’s Adetona
Gainesville’s Tyler Adetona and Gerald Ford continue to be among the most productive receivers in the state.
The duo has accounted for more than 1,400 reception yards in the Red Elephant’s potent offense.
Adetona, who has just over 760 yards and eight touchdowns, enjoyed a trip to Middle Tennessee State on Saturday.
“It was nice,” Adetona said. “I was just trying to get up there and see the place. They lost, but they really impressed me.
“Middle Tennessee State was my first offer. I see potential there for them to be a great team.”
Virginia Tech is beginning to show interest in Adetona. The Hokies are expected to have a recruiting coach in attendance on Friday when Gainesville plays Flowery Branch.
Adetona listed his current top six choices as Indiana, Middle Tennessee State, North Carolina, N.C. State, Troy and Virginia Tech.
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