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By bob

August 8, 2006 05:24 PM | Link to this

Gee, A mini TO in the making-Thanks for hanging your team out—Your on your way to being a self adsorb NFL player. Whats next EA sports edorsement or Madden 07 Highschool version—Chump!!!

By Jay

August 8, 2006 05:28 PM | Link to this

who cares!!!!!!!!!

By Stu

August 8, 2006 05:31 PM | Link to this

It’s obvious that his brother is living vicariously through him. “Volunteer Assistant”?!? Gimme a break. As for what this does to the Panthers. It doesn’t matter. NEVER understimate Coach Flowe’s coaching abilities.

By Blk Jay

August 8, 2006 05:31 PM | Link to this

Who Cares!!!!!!! This is high school and he’s a kid!!!!!! Find another running back

By jimmy

August 8, 2006 05:32 PM | Link to this

i agree jay, who really cares. he’s in high school. this is front page material?

By Chet

August 8, 2006 05:32 PM | Link to this

The real question is what the heck is with his older brother being his “advisor.” It scares me to think who he’s listening to and where that will take him. If he’s looking for smaller class sizes, maybe his “advisor” will lead him away from UGA and to West Georgia instead. Super!

By D. Steenbergen

August 8, 2006 05:33 PM | Link to this

Sounds like another case of a star athlete receiving special treatment - I’d like to know WHO WILL PAY HIS TUITION? HOW MUCH ARE THEY TRULY PAYING THE GUARDIAN-VOLUNTEER COACH? AND HOW DID HE REALLY SCORE ON HIS ENTRANCE EXAM?

By BILLY

August 8, 2006 05:33 PM | Link to this

PARKCRUIT JUST GOT A PEICE OF THEIR OWN MEDICINE. EVERBODY KNOWS THAT THE RECRUIT AND THEY JUST LOST OUT ON A SPECIAL BACK!

By My Son Hector

August 8, 2006 05:33 PM | Link to this

This kid doesn’t sound too bright. An analagous “advisor” relationship that comes to mind was between Ricky Williams of Texas and first time NFL agent and rap artist “Master P.” Unsurprisingly, Williams lost millions he could never recoup. I’m a fan of UGA, and now I’m not sure I want us to get King. Sounds like he, along with his brother, would fit in better at F$U.

By Angelique

August 8, 2006 05:34 PM | Link to this

Caleb, an opportunity like this only comes to very few so young and so talented, plus Atlanta Chritian Academy is a GREAT school, wishing you many successes and ignore the haters!!!!!!!!!

By gary

August 8, 2006 05:34 PM | Link to this

I hope his brother doesn’t mind backing up to receive his paycheck. I sure hope they don’t preach TEAM at that fine CHRISTIAN institution. Other than that this smacks as just another day in an Amerika.PEACE!!!

By Bob

August 8, 2006 05:35 PM | Link to this

Amazing - a football family that apparently also cares about other things like an education. Duh!

By Jason

August 8, 2006 05:36 PM | Link to this

Hey…he can go where he choose to go. Its high school. They arent paying him..he didnt sign a contract…as for the comment about T.O…. the NFL is a business. and the philly eagles are good at doing business. T.O. stood up and demanded to be paid. PERIOD…and guess what…i bet you red necks are pissed off that he’s getting paid in Dallas.

By Mark Kelly, Jasper, TN

August 8, 2006 05:39 PM | Link to this

And private schools wonder why public school coaches and administrators detest private school athletics.

Don’t get me wrong, I graduated from a private school but the school has never recruited athletes and never will. True, the success of the athletic program is at best marginal and that’s all within the school’s plan of participation as part of a student’s personal growth rather than an obsession for alums and parents. Academically it is superior and we have successful alums all over the country.

It’s entirely likely Caleb King likes the smaller classes at GAC. It’s also possible he is committed to his Christian ministry. And, yes, his transfer is within the guidelines of the Georgia High School Association.

But it stinks to high heaven when a blue chip recruit has a brother who conveniently becomes a volunteer coach and then the kid decides to transfer.

Believe me, I don’t have a grudge against private schools. It’s just that this case of recruiting a talented athlete is a little too disgusting to digest!

By Chris

August 8, 2006 05:39 PM | Link to this

Why does it matter? he is a kid with great athletic abilities, I think we are putting more importance on this issue that what it merits. Its still highschool!!!!!!!!!

By t

August 8, 2006 05:40 PM | Link to this

I hope the teachers there are not young and good looking.

By Angelique

August 8, 2006 05:41 PM | Link to this

lol, Lol, LOl, LOL. Jason I’m with you on that one, they are beyond pe-ooodddd, after high school Caleb too will be paid, can we say Ka-CHING$$$$$$$$$

By Chad

August 8, 2006 05:41 PM | Link to this

Also, Nicky Rivers won’t be reporting to his kindergarten class at Holding Hands Kindergarten in Alpharetta this week.

He is holding out for a reported 2-year, $25 million dollar deal, and the kindergarten is offering a 1-year, $8 million deal with a vesting option based on nap time performance. Holding Hands would hold a $1.5 million dollar buyout on the option based on the present offer.

Rivers’ agent/mommy was unavailable for comment at press time.

Holding Hands is hesitating including the guaranteed second year because of Nicky’s history of biting, finger paint messes, and pushing kids into holes he dug during recess. Holding Hands Teacher Heidi Woodward feels that better performance during nap time will allow Nicky to control his biting and hole-pushing.

In other Holding Hands news, they optioned 3-year old Preston Waters to Rolling Rainbow Pre-School of the AAA Cobb County Preschool League.

By RHagans

August 8, 2006 05:42 PM | Link to this

Caleb has a right to go or do anything that he wants. If you’ve ever spent any time at GAC’s campus you wouldn’t question anyone making a decision to transfer there. If he where my son I would make the same decision. Finally, Caleb’s loyality should only be to himself and his family not to any high school or college. His main objective in the end is making it to the NFL so that he can provide for his family. Making it to the professional level is all about business, not about caring about some high school or college’s need to exploit his talent.

By John

August 8, 2006 05:42 PM | Link to this

I believe he’s shortchanging himself athletically. This may move him down a bit in the rankings. It may still be a good move for him if the total situation at that school is a better fit. Maybe it will help him prepare for college academics, which is a challenge for most students, especially athletes with their large practice committments. There is no contract with high school players, even less so than college.

By Glenn Yankowski

August 8, 2006 05:43 PM | Link to this

Caleb King is a warrior, and a great kid, he is unpretentious and dedicated to being a superb athlete. My daughter goes to Parkview and we go to Church at the Campus Church at GACS. He is just a kid and he will benefit from more attention at GACS, but I believe he just missed a great senior season at Parkview that he can’t recoup. Good luck to a fine kid.

By JimDog

August 8, 2006 05:44 PM | Link to this

I SAY “WHO GIVES A CRAP” GIVE IT A BREAK. TALK ABOUT SOMETHING A LITTLE MORE IMPORTANT.

By kush

August 8, 2006 05:46 PM | Link to this

He’s a selfish individual and I hope he blows both his knees out and pushes a broom or shovels dirt the rest of his life! What a self-absorbed inconsiderate person!!

By Mick

August 8, 2006 05:47 PM | Link to this

Sounds to me like the kid and his family are answering to a higher God than the football gods here below. As long as everything is done above board dude can transfer, it is a private school after all. I think more kids in his position would benefit greatly from a Christian education. His family is prepairing him for the real world, so when he gets out in it, maybe he won’t act like a punk. Good Luck, hope you go to Georgia!!!!!

By DWAGFAN

August 8, 2006 05:48 PM | Link to this

WHO CARES!!!! THE KID IS DOING IT SO HE CAN STAND OUT AGAINST AA TALENT. I PLAYED IN AAAAA, AND IT IS VERY TOUGH. HAVE FUN AT DUKE…UM, I MEAN GAC! PAD THOSE STATS!!!

By Don

August 8, 2006 05:49 PM | Link to this

Why give the colleges something to about? When you are a shoe in at any school you want to attend? Why change anything, especially when its moving away from Parkview. Either the older brother is the problem or Caleb just wants to send Parkview a message. He obviously doesn’t care for the Parkview coaching staff a whole lot.

By Justin

August 8, 2006 05:49 PM | Link to this

Good Luck Caleb!….I can’t believe that the AJC has done it again. This paper always finds a way to add a blog to something just to make it a controversy. There are grown people blogging on here, and demeaning this talented young man for going to the school of his choice. Typical AJC BS!

By North Gwinnett

August 8, 2006 05:51 PM | Link to this

The sad story is for the kid who has been working hard to be the number one running back and then all of the sudden a coach lets a new guy come in after camp and take his spot!

By jp

August 8, 2006 05:55 PM | Link to this

Kush—you went too far wishing that he blows his knees out. First, he is just a kid and this is just a comments/thoughts section, No need to wish bad luck on a kid who just transferred schools, why would you wish bad luck on a kid

By Chris

August 8, 2006 05:56 PM | Link to this

A kid who has academic problems going to a school where he can excel academically? Yeah, how terrible…

By jp

August 8, 2006 05:57 PM | Link to this

what stas are he trying to pad when he ran for over 2700 yards as a junior in AAAAA. He can do it at any level

By R U Serious?

August 8, 2006 05:58 PM | Link to this

It’s amazing to read that people on here are ACTUALLY wishing this young man harm and bad luck. He’s not selfish and self-absorbed. He’s a kid. Good thing he’s going to a school that espouses Christian values! Maybe he can show these haters a thing or two.

By TOM

August 8, 2006 06:00 PM | Link to this

Good Luck Caleb!!!

Just watch mid-season Parkcruit will have some kid transfer into it’s district. Billy was right… they always seem to recruit some kid into the system.

By TOM

August 8, 2006 06:00 PM | Link to this

Good Luck Caleb!!!

Just watch mid-season Parkcruit will have some kid transfer into it’s district. Billy was right… they always seem to recruit some kid into the system.

By Ron

August 8, 2006 06:08 PM | Link to this

No one with King’s talents and in their right mind would leave a great football program like Parkview to play football for GAC because of GAC’s football program. Obviously, Football is not the motivating factor behind the decision.

GAC is a very good academic school with 100% of their graduates going on to attend a University. There is more to life than football and it seems his brother wants to instill academic and Christian values into his brother’s life.

But I think the question was how would this move help King in his aspirations of playing major college football? Actually very well! It should ensure that he is academically eligible to play NCAA division I football and be better prepared to handle the academics required when he gets there. It may actually increase his recruitment because he may get doors opened to the Ivy League and Stanford type schools.

What this move will do is help give Caleb King a solid foundation and education for rest of his life. I applaud the decision!

By Ron

August 8, 2006 06:09 PM | Link to this

Caleb went to summer school and now wants to go to a smaller school where he will get more individual attention academically. He will probably also get private tutoring. Remember you have to have passing grades to get into college even if you are a great athlete (I think). Agree that someone who thought they were going to be full-time 1st string at GAC will lose that opportunity regardless of how loyal or good they are.

By SEC

August 8, 2006 06:11 PM | Link to this

Best back in Gwinnett last year was Cameron Smith. Would have been nice if he’d had the chance to improve his grades.

By Cuz

August 8, 2006 06:12 PM | Link to this

I’m surprised GAC would stoop to Parkview and Bufords level. How is he going to keep his grades up at GAC if he couldn’t make the grades at Cecil’s football factory. I figure Buford will only win by 2 Touchdowns this year and Cameron Smith will have someone to take his place at Prep school next year. If his uncle really has Caleb’s best interest in mind he should put a lid on that mouth. Some colleges do factor the character issue in and he has narrowed his playing field.

By kadkam

August 8, 2006 06:12 PM | Link to this

first of all i am not going to bash this young man for a decision that was made for him. It is hard enough for young black males in society. Instead of bashing him maybe we should pray that he does well in CLASS and in football to make something positive out of himself instead of someone pushing a broom and selling drugs. Caleb i wish you well and have good year.

By Cindy

August 8, 2006 06:15 PM | Link to this

Does anyone realize how much the Parkview program and coach Flowe did for King to make him the person and player he is. GAC should be ashamed of themselves. There are kids waiting in line to be in this senior class. GAC, don’t even try and tell me he passed the entry exam. If I were some of the people that have been turned down and passed the exam. I would want some answers.

By delois

August 8, 2006 06:17 PM | Link to this

Stop with all the praise for the high school athletes What about the young men and women who are joining the military or police or fire departments and are actually doing something important for their communities and this country?

By Break Herschel's record

August 8, 2006 06:17 PM | Link to this

I think Caleb King transfered to GAC mainly so that he could break Herschel Walker’s long standing single season rushing yards record.

He had an incredible season last year, but couldn’t quite break the record…it would have been a tremendous feat if he could have pulled it off playing at the AAAAA level! With teams like Brookwood, South and a tough opening game on the schedule, I think Caleb doubted he could break the record this year at Parkview.

Also, all the folks on here talking about GAC being so great and Pius and Saintly…get real. Sure, you can have religion classes there, and that’s great. But make no mistake about it, kids who don’t run 4.4 40 yard dashes get in GAC because their parents have money—not because they are good Christians.

By Bishop

August 8, 2006 06:19 PM | Link to this

OMG! This is what happens when there is no other sports activity worthy of reporting on. Gimme a break AJC…………who cares?

By scgadawg

August 8, 2006 06:21 PM | Link to this

Many of you that are making these posts have no idea the personal family struggles that Caleb has had to endure to get to this point in his life and the positive enviornment that he will enjoy at GAC. You think that it is all about money and padding statistics. If you new his background you would be congratulating him and his brother for choosing a Christian education over another year at Parkview. Take the time to review the scouting websites and magazines. They already confirm that his senior year will have no bearing on any Division 1 school’s interest. He finished # 1 at the 2006 US Army All American Combine and he already has verbal offers from over 6 schools including GA, Auburn, TN, Southern Cal, Notre Dame and LSU. Good for you Caleb.

By greg

August 8, 2006 06:23 PM | Link to this

So dwag fan, is that supposed to be dawg fan and you just can’t spell? Yeah, he really needs to go to a smaller school to compete since he already dominated at the 5A level as a junior. Not only can you not spell; you apparently cannot think or reason either. If anything, he is hurting himself in the athletic realm by going to a lesser school. If this was about athletics, he would stay and be dominant at a name-school like he already HAS.

By A real coach

August 8, 2006 06:23 PM | Link to this

Coach Flowe is an overrated over-hyped below average coach. He has had the benefit of having a plethora of very talented athletes pass through the doors at Parkview- and that’s not counting the players he has recruited. He is joke of a coach at a joke of a school. Losing King will certainly hurt his chances of pretending to be a decent coach this year. Keep in mind that there is a reason Parkview and other north Georgia schools don’t make many trips to Lowndes County…they get run out of the building.

By Steve Skelton

August 8, 2006 06:25 PM | Link to this

Now you Parkview folks know how Chattahoochee felt a few years back when their QB (Jeff Witt) mysteriously transferred to Parkview. This sure smells fishy, but I hope nothing dirty took place. Good luck to both sides in this story.

By big daddie

August 8, 2006 06:25 PM | Link to this

Greater Atlanta Christian, Thou shalt not covet thy neighbors running back! Whose in charge of recruting over there Ralph Reed? This smacks of the same kind of hypocritical ethics!

By David

August 8, 2006 06:26 PM | Link to this

This is total crap. A new low. Blogging about a high school player. AJC should be ashamed.

By big daddie

August 8, 2006 06:26 PM | Link to this

Greater Atlanta Christian, Thou shalt not covet thy neighbors running back! Who’s in charge of recruting over there Ralph Reed? This smacks of the same kind of hypocritical ethics!

By student22

August 8, 2006 06:26 PM | Link to this

A joke of a situation. I am glad his brother finished shopping him around to high schools, so he can get back to shopping him around to colleges. I hope no one pays to much because his chances of qualifying are about zero.

By big daddie

August 8, 2006 06:27 PM | Link to this

Greater Atlanta Christian, Thou shalt not covet thy neighbors running back! Who’s in charge of recruting over there Ralph Reed? This smacks of the same kind of hypocritical ethics!

By greg

August 8, 2006 06:29 PM | Link to this

By the way, DWAG fan, how do you figure he is going to play at Duke when he already has multiple offers from D1 schools? Oh, that’s right, probably the same reasoning that tells you that after gaining over 2600 yards as a junior, he now needs to go to lesser competition to compete. After all, you competed at the 5A level, and it is tough!

By Ced

August 8, 2006 06:29 PM | Link to this

It’s sad to read all the negative comments about this kid, especially the one wishing he blows out his knees. Sounds like a bunch of bitter Parkview fans to me. Don’t worry, your precious Panthers will be just fine without Caleb. Antonio Mohn is capable of rushing for 2000 yards if he stays healthy and if not, Kenny Belevance will pick up the slack. Unfortunately, it seems as though Caleb’s father is not in his life so his big brother is helping to groom him and that’s good. I’ve been following this story and the one comment his brother made that stood out to me was this: “If it was about football, why would we leave a powerhouse like Parkview?” Think about that for a second…….

By Mike Hunt

August 8, 2006 06:31 PM | Link to this

Take a lesson from the way the Braves just treated Andruw Jones. Sports is a business first and foremost. If you can help to secure your future now, then do what you have to do. Tell everyone else who doesn’t know you to go to hell.

By Gil

August 8, 2006 06:31 PM | Link to this

Maybe by going t6o GAC and building his academic abilities, he won’t have to go to Hargrave before UGA.

By l-town

August 8, 2006 06:34 PM | Link to this

Caleb King cant pass the gateway test and he’s gonna play at GAC?? Why do you think he went all the way to texas to go to summer school. HE IS DUMB AS A BRICK. Who are they kidding

By Matt

August 8, 2006 06:36 PM | Link to this

Give the kid the benefit of the doubt. He has the potential to go go any D1 school in American and play football… He needs to get his grades in order and feels that he can concentrate better at a smaller school than at Parkview. You are bashing this kid and his brother for trying to make sure he can get into the college of his choice and make something of himself and use his God given talents.

Quit bashing the kid.

By jerry

August 8, 2006 06:37 PM | Link to this

If everything is above board it sounds like he would fit right in and make a great DAWG!!!

By Captain Corey

August 8, 2006 06:41 PM | Link to this

Caleb is making the right choice, an opportunity like this only comes along ever blue moon. Plus he can go to any school in the country he wants already. He doesn’t have to prove any than else at Parkview. He has to prove something to himself by passing the SAT so he can go to the next level. Yes, he could have stayed at Parkview and pass the SAT or maybe not??? Who know??? Caleb knows! Thats why he is making the move.

By Jlassite

August 8, 2006 06:42 PM | Link to this

Why in hell is everyone making such a fuss about a kid who probably can’t even make his own bed without help? He’s a high school kid for cryin’ out loud. No wonder these players end up with such egos.

By mnt

August 8, 2006 06:43 PM | Link to this

Question of deep interest: Did he pass his high school graduation tests? (“Summer academy” in TX???) If not, as suspected, going to a private school allows him to exempt that qualification for a high school diploma and therefore, allows him to attend college next year.

If he could not pass the (very minimal) GHSGTs, how in the world does anyone expect him to get through college? (Are we moving through a Jan Kemp timewarp?) So some college will get maybe two football seasons out of him, he’ll flunk out, and then he can drive a trash truck…yeah, that will serve his best interests. It’s time for him to get a new advisor; totally agree that his brother seems to be living vicariously through the poor “child” (his brother’s description, despite the fact that he’s 18!) Although I don’t feel sorry for Parkview (see comments above), his brother apparently essentially drove this child to renege on a promise he’d made his coach – how’s that for “character?”

I did have respect for GACS until this moment, and agree totally with Cindy that parents who had their student’s applications rejected should be very angry. Someone said that this might increase his options for an Ivy League school – you must be kidding!! Ivy League schools admit kids who meet their rigorous academic standards first, and you can bet he doesn’t meet those!

By Second Family

August 8, 2006 06:49 PM | Link to this

Hi Caleb, This is Ms. Stephanie. Do not pay attention to all the negative things that people are saying. You do what you feel is best for you. Not your brother or anyone else. My family has been fortunate to know Caleb for some years. For those who don’t know Caleb. He is a very respectful, funny and wonder young man. He has tried his best to work hard in school and with the athletic program. Sometime you have to decide what is better. Sports or an education. Caleb has decided on education. No one knows the struggles that this young man has gone through to try to keep up his academics in school. It’s hard when your coaches more interested in you playing football or running track and not enthused about your education as well. There were times his education might have suffered because the coaches were more concerned that he attends practice than trying to get extra help with his education. Pay no mind to all this negative attention. Regardless of what you decide to do in sports, if you get your education no one can stop you from being successful. Remember I have always said that to you. When it is in your head, it there for ever. Hey, if you need help with Spanish class. Come see us. We will always be here for you, no matter what you do. Inside joke, Model Tyson.

Love your second family.

By FullClass

August 8, 2006 06:51 PM | Link to this

Why is it that he was excepted when other where not is my question. I know others who took the entrance exam and was told it would take a week to grade and then they were told this upcoming senior class was full and which they are they are 30 people over capacity. So why is it that his test is graded so quickly and he is placed in when this class is full. I find it unfair to the previous one who have had the grades and applied and was told the class was full. So agree with others when they say its all about his football ablities and has nothing to do with him actual getting an education

By Danny

August 8, 2006 06:51 PM | Link to this

Gee, the kid leaves Columbia High for a more prestegious school, living with his guardian. How much did that cost Parkview? Then, his “advisor” gets a better offer and off the kid goes again. This child is a victum of abuse.

By BO

August 8, 2006 06:52 PM | Link to this

Georgia High School Association could stop this kind on RECRUIT if Dr. Ralph Swearngin wanted to. MONEY MONEY MONEY Thats what its all about.

By Peach

August 8, 2006 06:54 PM | Link to this

Don’t kid yourselves….a great high school football player can play at a university. They get sent to an “academy” to pad grades, then show up at Football U and register for classes that guarantee eligibility. Who gives a rat’s hiney—-hopefully there will be a football strike and we won’t have to listen to any of it!

By Nick

August 8, 2006 06:57 PM | Link to this

To whoever it was who said that private schools don’t recruit? This is not true, private schools do recruit and offer scholorships. I know several folks who have been offerend scholorships. As to Caleb, I hope he takes advantage of the education GAC can provide, that’s what’s really important here. Both programs are great football and academic ones, maybe he’ll take advantage of it this time.

By gdg73

August 8, 2006 06:58 PM | Link to this

Would anyone care about this kid transferring if he were not football player? Some of you jealous SOB’s need to get a life. And as far as playing against lesser competition on the AA level, it didn’t hurt Dwight Howard.

By paid off

August 8, 2006 07:01 PM | Link to this

Sounds like a pay off some where, how do we pay, jobs, food, cars to drive,places to vacation, personal tutors,yes santa the high school gifts are still real and with houses now.

By Ron

August 8, 2006 07:06 PM | Link to this

I echo the sentiments…..

WHO CARES?

He could be another D1 flop. He’s not a star until he gets to D1 and proves himself.

By Griff

August 8, 2006 07:07 PM | Link to this

Actually, I think very little about wear a high school kid plays football.

By Big B

August 8, 2006 07:07 PM | Link to this

Me thinks me smell a booster. Parkview is a perennial powerhouse, they won’t be hurt much, their blocking is the key anyway. Big Bro Andre gets a cushy “volunteer” gig. GAC gets a great high school running back for its Class AA competition, which ain’t exactly the most talented group. Ol’ Caleb, who already has enough game film and yards from scrimmage to get him into any D1-A powerhouse can amass more numbers against slightly less talented kids (providing less talented blockers don’t get him killed) and basically take it easy. I’m guessing some UGA grad that works at GAC will get paid from another UGA grad who was promised that Caleb will go to UGA. UGA will get another great back. (If you are offended by my UGA reference, insert any other D-1 school)

This is a win-win for everyone. Parkview even benefits because they don’t have to worry about some stud getting all of the attention, they don’t have to deal with a person that may not want to be there and the players don’t have to worry about scheming with Caleb in mind only to have him hurt (Boobie Myles scenario).

By Zach's Dad

August 8, 2006 07:07 PM | Link to this

It’s HS football - leave it to the AJC and set of money hungry parents to PIMP the kid!

By Rounds

August 8, 2006 07:08 PM | Link to this

He may not be very smart, but someone around him knows what they are doing. He will get more out of his classes at a good private school. If he doesn’t, then he will fail out of college next year. At government schools, nobody really cares about education.

By lynn

August 8, 2006 07:09 PM | Link to this

The real story is Caleb was lost in the public school system. He could play football but can he perform academically? I think not. That is where this all started, Parkview is a football powerhose and then a teaching instituion. If Caleb remained at Parkview he might have been picked up by a D1 school but he would have never made it academically. Maybe now with a little grooming from GAC he will have a chance. The AJC might want to really investigate PHS and what goes on between the administration and the athletic department. Good teachers are being run off by the administration and the athleic department.

By Dwayne

August 8, 2006 07:13 PM | Link to this

Ok, big question is WHO CARES??

By Tom

August 8, 2006 07:16 PM | Link to this

Unbelievable that Parkview people are ticked that someone outrecruited them.

By Jeff

August 8, 2006 07:18 PM | Link to this

Get a life Tom.

By South Georgia

August 8, 2006 07:20 PM | Link to this

It doesn’t matter what King does. Charlton County will win the AA title again with homegrown players and Buford will beat up on GAC as usual.

By lady10

August 8, 2006 07:20 PM | Link to this

I feel bad for the kid. He made it clear he wanted to stay, but he’s a minor and has to go with the decisions his guardian makes for now. Tough break for him - and his former senior teamates. They got jolted big time.

By Scott

August 8, 2006 07:23 PM | Link to this

I wonder what his brother will benefit by this transfer…perhaps a fulltime job in exchange for Caleb’s committment? Let’s wait and see…Caleb could have transfered to any other school at any other time over the past 2 years, but waits until his brother is connected to another school. Someting really smells about this deal.

By fb fan

August 8, 2006 07:24 PM | Link to this

all you morons bashing the conversation here like delois need to stay out of the blog and leave it alone. some of us like sports more than we should and like to support our local high school teams and talk about them so get over it. it has nothing to do with what we think about the men and women that support this country.

on to the jam…i’m a parkview grad and i wish caleb lots of luck. but i really just don’t understand why you leave one of the top AAAAA programs in the state to go to a decent AA program if you really want to play college football. i had plenty of friends who went to church at GAC but not to school there and they participated in Christian missions. playing football there isn’t going to showcase his talent like it would at parkview but maybe that won’t matter. his dad seemed to make a lot of comments about the whole thing for not being his guardian. and his brother getting a volunteer job is quite crazy. public schools in gwinnett county are nothing to bat an eye at and the only reason to go to GAC would be if you really want that religous education during school. hard to believe that a kid that makes b’s and c’s in summer school could pass the entrance exam. not cheap either…maybe he’s on “scholarship” like the big catholic schools up north offer!!! or the family is just loaded. the last minute decision seems to be a bit skeptical though. parkview has backs that can start at almost any other school…they will be fine. GO BUFORD!!!

By tscott

August 8, 2006 07:26 PM | Link to this

First of all, I can’t believe that an established newspaper such as this will stir such controversy on high school athletics. Second of all, I don’t believe in bashing kids for any reason, for the simple fact that they are, in fact, kids. But the thing that really pisses me off is “kush.” I don’t know you, but if i ever saw you, I would probably kick your a*s!!!!! You don’t call yourself a Christian and wish bad things on good people. You probably sweep floors for a living yourself Punk!!!!!

That kid has worked hard to both on the field and in the classroom to make himself a bonafide collegiate football player. You can’t tell me that if you were more comfortable in a school with a smaller student to teacher ratio you wouldn’t take advantage of it. THIS IS CLEARLY NOT A FOOTBALL DECISION!!!

And another thing, we give Cecil Flowe entirely too much credit. Nobody knows what’s really went on with Coach Flowe and the King Family. You can’t speculate.

The moral of the story is this, At the end of the day the only person other than Christ that we have is ourselves. Caleb and his family had to make a decision that would ensure his academic success and his spiritual growth. I think that he serves as an example that Athletics are only short term but you can use it to bring the ones that look up to you closer to Christ!!!

Congratulations big head. No matter what the say, I always have your back!!!!

P.S. God bless you Kush.(You Need It!!!!)

By just better

August 8, 2006 07:28 PM | Link to this

sounds like tom supports a school that parkview clocks on a regular basis! if you knew where the parkview program turned itself around and the people involved you’d shut your ignorant mouth.

By CAROLYN KING

August 8, 2006 07:28 PM | Link to this

I wish all of you crazy people would stop player hating and wish an upcoming athlete good luck.Grow up all of you adults you are talking about a kid for Gods sakes.You just are mad cause it is not any of your kids getting this coverage. CGK

By Jim

August 8, 2006 07:28 PM | Link to this

Last spring, Caleb skipped the state championship track competition because he had to study for his final exams.

This summer he went to Texas for summer school.

This sounds like a young man who has his priorities in order. He may be a great talent on but understands the need for an education.

Perhaps GAC is where he needs to be for his final academic year before entering college.

I wish his luck. As for Parkview, most people believe they recruit and they just lost one of their recruits.

What goes around, comes around.

By CAROLYN KING

August 8, 2006 07:29 PM | Link to this

I wish all of you crazy people would stop player hating and wish an upcoming athlete good luck.Grow up all of you adults you are talking about a kid for Gods sakes.You just are mad cause it is not any of your kids getting this coverage. CGK

By CAROLYN KING

August 8, 2006 07:29 PM | Link to this

I wish all of you crazy people would stop player hating and wish an upcoming athlete good luck.Grow up all of you adults you are talking about a kid for Gods sakes.You just are mad cause it is not any of your kids getting this coverage. CGK

By Tony

August 8, 2006 07:32 PM | Link to this

OH NO! OH NO!……Caleb is going to GAC….Come on guys, give me a break! Are you kidding me? Are you actually putting this on the front page! Cancel my subscription, and pull all of my full page ads.

By Obsever

August 8, 2006 07:32 PM | Link to this

You people seem to be forgetting the facts. He transfered to parkview from dekalb county. Do you think he did that for the academics or athletics??? How is he now paying for this expensive private school??? His “advisor” is his brother not his PARENTS!!! His brother is going to be a “volunteer assistant coach”. One final question for all of you………How many of you would have transfered to another school days before you where about to start your senior year in high school by your own choosing????????? BTW, he was probably worshipped at Parkview!!! Think about it!!!

By reality

August 8, 2006 07:33 PM | Link to this

lynn you are insane. the teachers and the admin ad p-view is just fine. my wife works in the school system and has friends that we socialize with that teach at p-view. sure not every kid is going to get the attention of smaller classrooms that you get with a $15,000 a year education but if you have any desire to learn and suceed in the classroom there are teachers at every school that care. it’s a personal decision. now caleb may feel he’ll suceed better at GAC and that’s fine…but don’t bash the public school system…especially here in gwinnett.

By BullDawg Rick

August 8, 2006 07:34 PM | Link to this

Ron… Are you IGNORANT?!?!?!

Did you really say this, ” He’s not a star until he gets to D1 and proves himself.”

Ever heard of Walter Peyton?? (Jackson St.) Jerry Rice?? (Mississippi Valley St.) or heck the person many on here stupidly compare Caleb to, TO (UT Chattanooga)All are AllPro

To say a player has to play D1 to be a “star” ?? You’ve probably NEVER played the game…

Good Luck Caleb.. Hope you play at UGA but if you choose UGA Southern.. All the BEST!!

Pay no attention to the “haters”… Ga HS football fans will check you & GAC out weekly!!

By SCDAWG

August 8, 2006 07:36 PM | Link to this

WHO CARES? Looks like a lot of people by the number of post. I say WHO CARES! As long as he signs with the Dawgs!!!!! Good Luck Caleb! SICEM GO DAWGS, woof woof!

By neutralparty

August 8, 2006 07:37 PM | Link to this

Call me crazy but I’m pretty sure Caleb hasn’t committed to UGA or made any kind of statement that would suggest he is going there.

By brad

August 8, 2006 07:38 PM | Link to this

Let us see Was in Texas taking summer school classes. And he can past an entrance exam at that top ranked private school. Grades not good enough for Parkview? GAC can doctor anything to make him eligable, his brother gets a job, GAC wins a title all for what?????????????????????

By Gil

August 8, 2006 07:41 PM | Link to this

Whatever happened to faith, family, education and then athletics? I applaud this young man and his brother for thinking past football. Our society falls short on expectations regarding education of our youth.

Did anyone watch the NFL Hall of Fall this weekend? All that needs to be said is number 92, Reggie White. People usually think what a great athlete! However, I think of his values of faith, family, education and athletics. This is what made him a GREAT!

Just about everything in the world can be taken away from you except faith and knowledge!

Good luck to the young man and for God sake get an education. Knowledge is power!

For the rest of you, you should be ashamed of yourselves! Stop being so narrow minded and short sighted.

By Jim

August 8, 2006 07:42 PM | Link to this

If Caleb transfers because of academics I’m all for him. But he transfered only after his brother got a job at GAC. (Did he really try the same thing at Parkview several years ago?) I’m embarressed for him, his brother and most of all for GAC. I guess I misunderstood what the C stood for!

By Sarah

August 8, 2006 07:47 PM | Link to this

Well, that still won’t help the other teams beat Parkview. Good for Caleb, though. There are more things to life than athletics. Last time I checked, people go to school to learn

By HisLife

August 8, 2006 07:48 PM | Link to this

Haters! This family has to make the best decision for this guy. He is not obligated to any high school. GAC is a school known for its life skills and academics which is what school is suppose to be about.

By tscott

August 8, 2006 07:50 PM | Link to this

Carolyn King,

Can I have some sugarless Kool-Aid?

By Bob CEE

August 8, 2006 07:51 PM | Link to this

Who cares - what’s ther big deal. Probably won’t last in college anyway as his attitude is already going downhill. Add to that the family meddling - Can you say ‘supersize that for you sir’

By Observer

August 8, 2006 07:55 PM | Link to this

HOW IS HE PAYING FOR IT??? WHERE ARE HIS PARENTS??

By reality

August 8, 2006 07:55 PM | Link to this

leave reggie white out of this he went to tennessee not GAC for goodness sake!!!

By Big B

August 8, 2006 08:06 PM | Link to this

All of you that put down the AJC for putting out a blog topic are as stupid as those that respond “Who Cares?”. If you don’t care (1) Don’t click on the link (2) You sure as hell shouldn’t respond to the topic …HATERS!

Papers put out blog topics for people to express their opinions about any particular issue. Sometimes its something that may interests you, sometimes you may not be interested. It’s a fun interactive resource for readers who may enjoy responding to strangers’ opinions and having strangers respond to their opinions. The person that thought of the blog issue must be doing something right if the idiots, that claim they don’t care about the issue, have their interests piqued enough to click on the topic, read it and then take the time to respond.

I’m originally from Middle Georgia and High School football reigns supreme. I love College Football and right now the NFL puts out the best team professional sports product. What I’m trying to say express is that I am very interested in High School Football stories. Way more interested than I am in some conjoined twins, poker on tv, the latest murder in Clayton “Crazy” County or Cynthia McKinney. I digressed …Sorry!

By reality

August 8, 2006 08:07 PM | Link to this

life skills!!! HA!!! GAC is known for it’s high tuition and offering scholarships to those who help it athletically. imagine that…they landed caleb…AND his brother! i wish the kid good luck but give me a break.

By carolyn

August 8, 2006 08:07 PM | Link to this

You are worrying about the wrong thing

By greg

August 8, 2006 08:09 PM | Link to this

I see the kush character must be a Parkview fan. Wishing the kid blows his knees out shows exactly what type of idiots are out there.

By willi

August 8, 2006 08:09 PM | Link to this

Kaleb who?

By CAROLYN

August 8, 2006 08:11 PM | Link to this

tscott What flavor sparty pants you funny.

By AR

August 8, 2006 08:13 PM | Link to this

Caleb

I love ya, GO TO VA TECH and be like a Hero Like Michael Vick…..We welcome you with open arms!!!!!!!

By Patrick

August 8, 2006 08:15 PM | Link to this

Why is this the lead story on AJC.com? Too much importance is placed on these high school athletes. Who cares what high school he goes to? The only time we should hear about what school they are going to is when they commit to a college.

By kush

August 8, 2006 08:15 PM | Link to this

I hope he blows both elbows out to! He’s a punk!

By crazy

August 8, 2006 08:24 PM | Link to this

Observer are you paying for anything if not stop asking and just worry about where your parents are

By Neil

August 8, 2006 08:24 PM | Link to this

Who? Parkview? Where is that? Why do we care? Why is this news?

By Neil

August 8, 2006 08:24 PM | Link to this

Who? Parkview? Where is that? Why do we care? Why is this news?

By Ron

August 8, 2006 08:24 PM | Link to this

Bulldawg Rick… No, I’m not ignorant! The point is, who cares where he goes to school. Why is this such a large story to be in the paper? He could dominate high school players, and suck when he gets to consistently superior talent on other recruited college teams. High schools are limited to student body within their district. Colleges recruit the best athletes from all over the country.

Let the kid get to the college level and prove himself. THEN, bang a drum about how great he is.

By BOB

August 8, 2006 08:25 PM | Link to this

You fanatical sports fans are idiots.

By tscott

August 8, 2006 08:26 PM | Link to this

No kush, You’re a punk. Who are you? Be a man and stop hiding behind some punk as name!!!! My government name is Trayvean Scott. I am Caleb’s cousin. You got a problem with him, you got a problem with me!!! I really don’t think you want that!!! Get a life. Go support Parkview or whomever. Congratulations ashole, you just added more fuel to the fire!! Keep hating, god willing, he’ll graduate C*m Laude and sign with your favorite college. Wouldn’t you like that!!!

Anyway, On behalf of the King family I would like to thank you especially and everyone else who continues to motivate Caleb. Your support, or should I say lack thereof, is, and always will be greatly appreciated!!!!!

By Jones

August 8, 2006 08:27 PM | Link to this

The boy is dumb as a box of rocks. GAC will give him grades just so that he can play. I’ve lost respect for GAC.

By Jones

August 8, 2006 08:28 PM | Link to this

The boy is dumb as a box of rocks. GAC will give him grades just so that he can play. I’ve lost respect for GAC.

By Big B

August 8, 2006 08:28 PM | Link to this

All guys please be honest. If you or someone in your family were offered something good (tuition to a seemingly good private school, stable “job” for family member, cash..I mean care), you were one of the top stud athletes in the country (not just your school which would have been good enough for most), you were the man at one school, you will be the “new” man at another school (that multiplies the number of ladies you meet) and you were in line to proceed to a top notch college football program, would you not indulge?

Shoot, I enjoyed walking into the parties around 1030 or 1100 on Friday nights after the games and having the girls sweat us. I know Caleb is getting much love or expressions of love. I wonder was he on Texas’ dime while in summer school? Caleb deserves props for not having demanded his brother get shiny new 645 BMW, that Caleb “borrows”. The Lord knows who to give certain talents to because I would have been out of control as a superstar high school athlete. I was almost unbearable as a mediocre athlete.

By A worried Parkview Alumni

August 8, 2006 08:35 PM | Link to this

If this kid needs a better education and character building there is always the perennial powerhouse Hargrave Military Academy in Chatham, VA. I am sure as the number 3 RB on [Scout.com]9http://scout.scout.com/a.z?s=73&p=9&c=4&pid=11&yr=2007) he wouldn’t have a problem getting in. Never heard of the school? About 50 current NFL players have graduated from there including the retired Eddie George and Jerome Bettis. Those two turned out to be decent running backs! As an Ohio State fan, all I can see in this kid’s future is Maurice Clarett Part 2! This kid really needed the guidance of Coach Flowe. Hopefully this kid has his priorites straight and know what he is doing. If not he may end up like Cameron Smith who will be 21 when he will have the grades to attend a Division 1 school.

By pam

August 8, 2006 08:35 PM | Link to this

Best of luck Caleb!

By Bozydeco

August 8, 2006 08:36 PM | Link to this

Best wishes to the young man for his academic and religious studies at GAC. However, I’m sure the team and teammates will have to adjust missing a key contributor with little notice.

By Al Beedamn

August 8, 2006 08:41 PM | Link to this

Caleb runs like my mother anyway!

By crazy

August 8, 2006 08:45 PM | Link to this

Al Beeddamn why is that is your mother a man

By allie

August 8, 2006 09:00 PM | Link to this

WHO CARES! I am so sick of seeing this on the front page. Why are we so concerned about where ONE football player goes to school. Is this really something that requires a week worth of headlines? Bottom line…it is about his education not football. Lots of people play football but we better be concerned about educating them not where they are playing football.

By Paul Hamilton

August 8, 2006 09:00 PM | Link to this

Take this blog down. I love how most of you people that are bashing a high school kid don’t even have the guts to post your real name. That takes a lot of class, but you guys are perfect right?

By TN MATT

August 8, 2006 09:01 PM | Link to this

UNDERSTAND THAT HE WANTS TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF A BETTER OPPORTUNITY FOR EDUCATION. CHARACTER IS AS IMPORTANT AS EDUCATION. HE’S OFF TO A BAD START BY NOT KEEPING HIS WORD TO HIS TEAMMATES AND COACH.

By Dennis

August 8, 2006 09:04 PM | Link to this

Some of these comments are ridiculous slamming Caleb. Who cares about what YOU think about him doing it! It’s not like he needs your consent or opinion. And of course, you don’t know all of the facts, just what gets reported. The fact that his guardian is NOT getting paid shows no financial shenanigans are going on. I mean, this is really silly. If this kid had not been a big talent, no one would care.

I say to the King family, do you what you think is right - forget about these ridiculous opinions.

By Matt

August 8, 2006 09:11 PM | Link to this

Some of you bloggers have no idea what is going on! As soon as the Kings expressed an interest in GAC Coach Jimmy Chupp and other administration officials immediately contacted Coach Flowe at Parkview and told him of King’s interest. There have been repeated messages left at Parkview at different times during the early and middle part of the summer. In addition, Caleb’s brother Andre is not getting paid one cent to coach at GAC. Some public schools pay their community coaches but GAC rarely does, and they are not here. In addition, GAC doesn’t admit people that don’t pass the test. Get your facts straight before jumping to conclusions!

By crazy

August 8, 2006 09:13 PM | Link to this

Thank You for the support wishing good luck for all the weirdos wishing bad luck what goes around comes around. A FAMILY MEMBER.

By MB

August 8, 2006 09:15 PM | Link to this

WHO CARES??? It’s just football…an EXTRA-curriculum activity.

What about his EDUCATION? What’s better for him?

By Big B

August 8, 2006 09:18 PM | Link to this

A worried Parkview Alumni (sic), he should be calling himself an Alumnus, just wrote that he sees Caleb’s career as “Maurice Clarett part 2”.

Are you crazy? This young man has done nothing to remotely give the impression that he lacks work ethic, he would take gifts and then tell on those that gave said gifts, he flunks out of school (irrespective of all of the assumptions posted on this blog) and that he would rob someone in an alley. You know, things that Maurice Clarett seems to have done. The issue is whether or not there was anything more to Caleb’s transfer than he and his family has said. I am now an official fan and defender of Caleb.

Parents and Guardians all do something at some point in the course of taking care of a child in their charge. They make decisions for that child, they consult that child and they influence that child. There will be decisions that outsiders can always question but ultimately those questioning are just that …outsiders! Outsiders in reality need to just shut the hell up because if there is no obvious or at the very least an articulable suspicion of abuse, neglect or any crime no one can question a parent. Caleb’s family has made a decision for him, no more than some privileged parents do for their kids. If I am offered admission to a prep school known for sending kids to a great college, the college is known for getting kids into med school and my child wants to be a doctor — I’m going to talk to him about transferring (even if it is senior year), I will probably be a little persuasive, if I thought it was in his best interest. In my opinion there is no difference in Caleb’s situation.

No one *itches about these tennis and gymnastics brats getting dragged all around the country for better opportunities. No tennis pro ever finishes high school or even goes to school (personal tutors are a joke, hell the rapper Lil Wayne had one and he’s even taking so-called college classes now) no one makes a peep. A little black boy has someone around him that pimps the same system that pimps thousands every year and now there’s something wrong. Parkview’s Coach wished him well, so why can’t we? Caleb didn’t even have to man up and go back to Parkview and talk to the coach.

Caleb stay healthy. Study hard. Play well. By all means, prepare yourself for life in case football isn’t your first love and in case football doesn’t pan out. Everyone else hating on a young man that hasn’t personally offended you…EAT A FAT ONE!!!

By bob gellispee

August 8, 2006 09:19 PM | Link to this

What’s new. Georgia leads the nation in cheating in football recruitment. Imagine if these coaches had to use players from thier town??? That would mean they would have to coach. The coaches in Georgia are a dime a dozen.

By Wes

August 8, 2006 09:29 PM | Link to this

Well done. Making the decision to educate yourself in a Christian environment shows your maturity/intelligence. Play football where ever you want, but remember that you’re nothing with Jesus. Forget what other people say - it’s you’re life!

By Jennifer

August 8, 2006 09:31 PM | Link to this

Poor Poor Parkview…Parkview was probably banking on King and the year that they would have. I think it’s funny that King chose another school over Parkview. Hopefully this will be the end of Parkview. Good Brookwood!!!

By big deal

August 8, 2006 09:33 PM | Link to this

caleb’s brother is an idiot and we all know he is getting something out of this. furthermore the head coach at GAC knew all along what was going on and what he was going to get. balogna that he was unavailable for comment. recruiting brookwood lineman and grayson line man and now caleb. all for what…to beat buford finally? ha ha. playing for gac caleb will see that it is like playing with and against 7th graders. no talent in aa. hope you don’t get hurt my friend.

By Jeff

August 8, 2006 09:34 PM | Link to this

What a shame…..A Brookwood alumni can’t even spell the word Go. LOL

By Jennifer

August 8, 2006 09:35 PM | Link to this

Poor Poor Parkview…Parkview was probably banking on King and the year that they would have. I think it’s funny that King chose another school over Parkview. Hopefully this will be the end of Parkview. Good Brookwood!!!

By Dirtydavis

August 8, 2006 09:36 PM | Link to this

YOU WHITE FOLKS KILL ME, ASKING:

WHAT DID HE SCORE ON HIS ENTRANCE EXAM? WHO IS GOING TO PAY? THEN TO QUESTION HIS BROTHER?

WASN’T A PROBLEM WHEN HE LEFT DEKALB COUNTY’S SOUTHSIDE FOR AN APARTMENT AND A SPOT PLAYING FOR PARKVIEW. OR WHEN HIS PREDECESSOR BRAD LESTER LEFT DEKALB FOR PARKVIEW. WHERE WERE YOU FOLKS TO BASH HIM FOR LEAVING COLUMBIA HIGH WITHOUT A RUNNING BACK. GUESS IT DOESN’T REALLY MATTER WHEN HE LEAVES THE BLACK SCHOOL, HUH? NOW ALL OF A SUDDEN HE IS MAURICE CLARETT? AND YOU WONDER WHY HE LEFT? YOUR REACTION IS REAL ANSWER ENOUGH OF WHAT YOU REALLY THINK ABOUT HIM OR ANY OTHER “BROTHER” THAT COMES TO RUN THE FOOTBALL FOR YOU. GREAT GUY COMING IN (WHILE LEAVING THE COMMUNITY THAT TAUGHT HIM THE GAME) BUM WHEN HE LEAVE THOUGH. GROOM YOUR OWN STARS! A FRANCOUR ONLY COMES ONCE IN A LIFETIME! NOW THAT YOU GET A TASTE OF IT YOU CRY FOUL, OR BASH THE KID. GET A LIFE!!! THE BALL CAN’T ALWAYS BOUNCE YOUR WAY. KING SCREW THEM ALL, TAKE CARE OF YOU, GET A REAL EDUCATION AT GAC- THESE FOLKS CAN’T TAKE YOUR FAMILY MAKING A DECISION WITH YOUR FUTURE AND EDUCATIONAL STABILITY IN MIND. YOU WENT TO PARKVIEW TO GET A FOOTBALL SCOLARSHIP, WELL GOT THAT. NOW TAKE CARE OF THE CLASS AND MAKE US ALL IN SOUTH DEKALB PROUD. A HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR HAS ALREADY DONE ALL HE NEEDS TO SECURE HIMSELF ON THE FIELD- SCREW PARKVIEW FAN. NOW IT IS TIME TO TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF ON THE CLASS.

By wc

August 8, 2006 09:36 PM | Link to this

His brother isn’t leading such an example for him. He is self serving and isn’t a pro yet. He needs to understand life and what really matters. This young man should learn that the grass is not always greener on the other side. I truly hope that GAC and Parkview both have great seasons, regardless if King plays or not. He might not be the average tackling dummy, but sure has the brains of one. Best of luck young man. bubba

By PT

August 8, 2006 09:39 PM | Link to this

Does anyone really care?? Another sellout that will show other youth what really is important, cash!! Nice work Greater Atlanta Christian School, focusing more on athletics then academics…

By Ripdog

August 8, 2006 09:42 PM | Link to this

Man, who cares, it’s high school. I know the good folks of Lilburn think Parkview is their own little college but life goes on. Let the kid go where he wants to.

By will c.

August 8, 2006 09:47 PM | Link to this

Give the kid a break. It’s an opportunity to get a better education. Too many of you are focusing only on his athletic ability and neglecting the fact that he’s only a knee injury away from being out of football. What is he going to do then? Who is going to provide for Caleb? He will need an education to succeed in life.

http://www.williamcoit.com

By mista

August 8, 2006 09:47 PM | Link to this

It’s amazing to read such bitter comments about a kid who is obviously making a decision to improve his future, an option so many kids don’t have in the beginning. I do wonder what Andre King’s motives are, but for Caleb, just being of the mind that there’s more to life than football shows he’s an above-average personality. I bet some of you throwing stones at this kid today were patting him on the back after Parkview victories in 2004 and 2005.

Beyond that, let’s talk journalistically — about WHY this is a story. This is a huge story for many reasons: 1. A highly touted athlete leaves the school that helped him gain the notoriety for a lesser-known school with, honestly, a parallel academic reputation (I don’t know of any rocket scientists out of GACS). 2. The brother of said athlete takes a job there preceding the move. 3. Very little flare up from former school. Need I say more? But why is it a story? Because we’re trading comments about it at 10 pm on a Tuesday night!

By Jason

August 8, 2006 09:47 PM | Link to this

I wish Caleb the best of luck and hope he has a great year at the new school (both academically and on the football field). He is a special athlete and I hope that he ends up fully qualifying and coming to UGA next year.

By Jennifer

August 8, 2006 09:49 PM | Link to this

Jeff

Look here I didnt even go to Brookwood.

I just think it funny that King chose another school over Parkview.

Ha Ha LOL

By treydude

August 8, 2006 09:49 PM | Link to this

Why don’t we have blogs like this when Parkview recruits kids from other school districts? Who cares about those pumpkin heads.

By GACStudent

August 8, 2006 09:51 PM | Link to this

I’m a student at GACS and let me respond to a few of the comments made on this blog.

On whether this should be a front page story: probably not; this is high school.

On giving better grades to athletes: Obviously you don’t know GACS very well if you believe that. Our entire administration is very focused on the academics as all of them were once GAC teachers and our dean of academics certainly makes no exceptions for anyone when it comes to academic integrity or standards. If you don’t perform, you’re gone. There is a reason why 100% of our graduates are college-bound. And for the record, we don’t matriculate at low-grade institutions.

On “buying” admission to GAC through money or athletics: This is my sixth year at the school and I’ve seen students come and go. If you somehow make it through our admissions process and don’t deserve to be a Spartan, it is only a matter of time before you are forced out. I come from an upper-middle class family; we most certainly do not live in a country club and I am perhaps the worst athlete you can imagine. I, along with my sister, got in on academics, not money or athletics. We set high standards and we demand excellence, no matter what your socioeconomic status or athletic ability is.

GACS is by no means a perfect institution and I am convinced that you won’t find one anywhere. However, before you go off calling us unethical and hypocritical, examine the facts. Remember that we are state champions in both academic and athletic competition; remember that 203 of our high school students gave up their spring breaks to help others on mission teams around the globe. We’re not just talk and out for publicity; instead, the Spartans have proved time and time again that we are capable of being the best in whatever we set our minds to. THAT is why Caleb King wants to come join us.

By Adam

August 8, 2006 09:56 PM | Link to this

Why give Caleb a hard time for making a very smart decision. This is high school football folks, not college, not pro. Caleb needs to focus on his academics to prepare him for the next level. GAC is the better school. Loyalty to a hgih school football team does not outweigh planning for your future, and Caleb’s future is getting into college and playing Dvision 1 for a National Championship Team.

By DecaturTechFan

August 8, 2006 09:59 PM | Link to this

It really doesnt matter where this kid goes to school. You Gwinnett hicks never measure up to S. Ga football……(see Lowndes, Valdosta, etc.) Let the kid make grades so he can go to a D1 school. Plya hatas……Parkview sucks and the kid knows it….so what. Your coach and is a drunk and a lecher.

By northwestDawg

August 8, 2006 10:02 PM | Link to this

I come home from work, get on the net & check out the AJC. This blog and these posts are like something I haven’t seen in a long time, if ever. I’ve taken the time to read every single one and I’M NOT AMAZED! Why? because I’ve seen something very similer in J’vill,Fl with the Bolles School and my high school team mate and their coach, Corky Rogers. The hate, vitoral, and nastiness is unbelieveable!!! Caleb King doesn’t have one thing to prove in class 5 A high school FB. From way out here I keep up with it fairly well. I don’t care if they gave him a scholarship, so what!!!! THE MOST IMPORTANT THING, SECULAR, RIGHT NOW ARE HIS GRADES FOR THE FUTURE!!!!!

this post is so far down that it won’t be read, but, one thing for sure. These people who are posting all this hate stuff are having real problems, wether they realize it or not. Caleb, good luck on your grades, study yourself up and be ready for D-1 academics. Pick your school( I hope it’s Georgia) wherever it may be and “BE THE BEST THAT YOU CAN BE”!!!!

By Artie

August 8, 2006 10:03 PM | Link to this

I don’t blame the AJC for putting the kid on the front page. What else is there to report on in the ATL sports-wise? The Braves???

By judge4u2

August 8, 2006 10:03 PM | Link to this

Good! Parkview does not need Caleb King. It would have been nice to have him, but a program like Pview does not need just one player. The program is so much better than just one player. Go Panthers. Caleb, I know you struggle with academics, but good luck at GAC. I just cannot believe that this is a better academic fit for you. You will certainly lower your standards for competitiveness.

By JayBoi

August 8, 2006 10:07 PM | Link to this

This is a high school kid, these bigger schools are recruiting and now everyone is so its all about who wants you more

By David

August 8, 2006 10:09 PM | Link to this

WHO CARES???? I will care when he scores a TD in college…maybe then.

By SW

August 8, 2006 10:18 PM | Link to this

Caleb left Parkview for GAC to obviously better himself in some shape form or fashion. JUST AS HE LEFT COLUMBIA HIGH AFTER HIS FRESHMAN YEAR FOR PARKVIEW!! It’s HIS decision and HE has to live with it. For all of you couch potatoes living in the past and allowing a 16-18 yr. old’s decision to dictate your mood, you should just grow up. Caleb is ONLY a kid (with high athletic potential) seeking to position himself favorably. You should all wish him well.

By judge4u2

August 8, 2006 10:23 PM | Link to this

Another comment: Hopefully a smaller classroom will benefit Caleb.. but he will not get a better education than at Parkview if he pushed himself there. There is not a better chance than Parkview just ask many more athletics who came before him. I just feel that this is certainly a sad scenario when this many people have so much animosity toward a 17 year old. I do not think his stats will look better at a AA high school, but I do not believe it will affect his college offers. I do hope it will improve his chances with his grades since he does not have to concentrate on his athletic ability at GAC..

By Greg Yarlett

August 8, 2006 10:26 PM | Link to this

Oh boy, the AJC will be providing free milk and cookies for Caleb and all the other toddlers that can make the front page of the AJC. Important Notice… If pictures are being made please remember to wear your Mickey Mouse Mousekateer Ears. Come on AJC write about something that people give a rats behind about.

By 1st post ever

August 8, 2006 10:26 PM | Link to this

**All the people who have bad things to say about Caleb, and those who have ill wishes are pissed off white folks living in Parkview’s district. You’ve been doing this for years. You don’t care about you kids, you are a bunch of racist hypocrites! You only care about how fast Leroy can tote the rock for you. How does it feel? huh?… you don’t like it do you? Kush, what a low life. How does a grown man, inbred no doubt, wish that kind of thing on a kid? That’s what trailor trash does Kush… let me tell you how this whole thing plays out. Caleb will do his thing this year… he may or may not rush for 2000 yds. But he’ll have an education, he’ll qualify for a D1 college, he’ll choose UGA. He’ll redshirt, because UGA has 3 senior RB’s. Then it will be the Caleb King Show…live at Sanford Staduim.. and Kush, you’ll still be in your trailor daydreaming about screwing your sister… AGAIN!

By Greg Yarlett

August 8, 2006 10:27 PM | Link to this

Oh boy, the AJC will be providing free milk and cookies for Caleb and all the other toddlers that can make the front page of the AJC. Important Notice… If pictures are being made please remember to wear your Mickey Mouse Mousekateer Ears. Come on AJC write about something that people give a rats behind about.

By 1st post ever

August 8, 2006 10:27 PM | Link to this

All the people who have bad things to say about Caleb, and those who have ill wishes are pissed off white folks living in Parkview’s district. You’ve been doing this for years. You don’t care about you kids, you are a bunch of racist hypocrites! You only care about how fast Leroy can tote the rock for you. How does it feel? huh?… you don’t like it do you? Kush, what a low life. How does a grown man, inbred no doubt, wish that kind of thing on a kid? That’s what trailor trash does Kush… let me tell you how this whole thing plays out. Caleb will do his thing this year… he may or may not rush for 2000 yds. But he’ll have an education, he’ll qualify for a D1 college, he’ll choose UGA. He’ll redshirt, because UGA has 3 senior RB’s. Then it will be the Caleb King Show…live at Sanford Staduim.. and Kush, you’ll still be in your trailor daydreaming about screwing your sister… AGAIN!

By Tomika

August 8, 2006 10:29 PM | Link to this

I can tell we have some hurt parkview parents and students posting.I mean yall need that one player to have a great season, how pathetic.This is high school and the kid is trying to do good by himself.So let him do him.His future is more important then you fools winning another championship.

By steve

August 8, 2006 10:32 PM | Link to this

Did he not transfer to Parkview after attending Southwest Dekalb? It sounds like Parkview got out recruited this time.

By Greg

August 8, 2006 10:34 PM | Link to this

Oh boy, the AJC will be furnishing free milk and cookies for Caleb and all the other toddlers celebrating the “big move”. Since pictures will be made the AJC would like all the youngsters to wear their Mickey Mouse Mousekateer Ears. Come on AJC give me a break, write about something that people give a rats behind about.

By MJ

August 8, 2006 10:36 PM | Link to this

Why is Caleb King leaving one school for another even newsworthy? I mean, he is a high school student isn’t he? Give it a rest and let the kid do what he wants to do without the media getting involved. He will live in the fishbowl enough when he gets to college. Oh, I get it. The media creates and runs the fishbowl.

By TN MATT

August 8, 2006 10:37 PM | Link to this

I UNDERSTAND HE WANTS TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF A BETTER EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY. ON THAT NOTE,CHARACTER IS AS IMPORTANT AS EDUCATION. BY NOT KEEPING HIS WORD TO HIS TEAMMATES AND COACHES HES OFF TO A BAD START.

By KZGuy

August 8, 2006 10:39 PM | Link to this

He could not handle the classes at Parkview. GAC will make sure he stays eligible. Is he really the type of person UGA wants? I hope not.

By Dan Lynn

August 8, 2006 10:41 PM | Link to this

I can not help but think about the book/movie “Friday Night Lights” I hope Caleb King does not have a career ending injury like the running back in Texas, but I see similarities.The reason he is transfering ? I do not think he can pass the necessary tests to graduate from Parkview. He will get more personal attention at GAC. I just wish GAC was a bit more consistent with their admission requirements.

By mike

August 8, 2006 10:45 PM | Link to this

Who really cares? This is not front page. High School , this is Metro reading material. Hope he does well, cause he is off on the right foot to be the next BIG T.O.

By Griffin Boy

August 8, 2006 10:45 PM | Link to this

Hello 1st Post Ever!

Kush’s sister is good stuff, but you sound like the racist. This mental midget will never make it to UGA. Unless you mean picking crops down here at the UGA Experiment Station down here in Griffin. And before you cry racist, I am Mexican and I hate Parkview as well. Tell that wimp to transfer to a real school like the Griffin Bears, where the players are local, many are black and we are all proud! It’s mean down here and it ain’t no P_SSY SCHOOL like GAC, That sounds like someone throwing up. Tell Pulpwood Smith or Andre or Caleb or whatever his name is to have a great life.

By Chris

August 8, 2006 10:51 PM | Link to this

Caleb is one of the finest athletes I have ever seen, and I wish him good luck with his senior season at GAC.

By southgeorgiaguy

August 8, 2006 10:53 PM | Link to this

If you think “Christian” schools aren’t big business, you’re in fantasyland. If you think money or property isn’t changing hands in this deal, you’re dreaming. If you think this is nothing more than a kid wanting smaller class sizes, you’re beyond hope. This is a business deal, folks, a “Christian” business deal.

By Dave

August 8, 2006 11:02 PM | Link to this

The only people that give a rats a— where King goes to school are the ones that stand to make $$$$$$. Otherwise like one other blogger said, “who cares.”

By Lucy

August 8, 2006 11:03 PM | Link to this

After Caleb’s academic struggles throughout the entire time he was at Parkview, this move really comes as no surprise to the players. That is right, he missed many practices due to tutors, make-up test, etc. It was no doubt he struggled and Parkview helped him just like they would anyone else who struggled as well. My son is a senior football player at Parkview this year. He loved Caleb as did the rest of the team. He is a great guy. Yet, we also knew this was his brother’s decision and it is sad how much greed plays into it. To take him from his friends, the people who have backed him from day one is cruel. I do hope one day when he is making mega bucks, he will remember this and just “volunteer” to take care of his brother by helping him financially. Maybe $50.00 a week should do it. After all, his religious beliefs should not carry a pricetag. Remember that Andre.. when you try to pay your gas bill this winter. Good Luck Caleb. We will miss you, wish you well and we thank you for all your hard work that helped our boys smile a little more each week. You will shine wherever you are… and guess what, so will we this year. I suppose that is why the team just seems to not really even be focused on his move. They know what we have working on that field right now. We’ve crowned new “Kings” this season and we are not only “Loyal” but “Royal”!!! Parkview rules.. still.

By Lisa

August 8, 2006 11:09 PM | Link to this

I think it’s his decision where he goes to school and unless we are paying his way, it’s none of our business.

By Martin Luther King

August 8, 2006 11:17 PM | Link to this

GAC Coaching Staff - I have seen, boys like Caleb, younger than Caleb, their arms torn out from baseball hopes, their legs run ragged from track or soccer. But there isn’t nothin’ like the sight of an amputated spirit, there is no prosthetic for that. You think you’re merely sending this splendid football player back to the top of the academic world - but I say that you are executing his soul. And why? Because he is following his brother’s advice. GAC Coaching Staff and Administration, you hurt this boy, you’re going to be Spartan Bums, the lot of ya. And Jimmy Chupp, Cecil Flowe, and Andre King , wherever you are out there, start acting like leaders.

By Coyote

August 8, 2006 11:18 PM | Link to this

I don’t know this kid personally but neither do most of you and I think the reaction by many here is ridiculous. He’s choosing to transfer away from a football factory and toward a private Christian school that will give him a spiritual foundation and help prepare him for the rigors of college coursework. I fail to see how this is a TO situation in any way. If all this kid cared about was his own ego, why on earth would he be leaving one of the most powerful football programs in the state? Maybe, just maybe, this really is about more than football. Maybe his mom and brother/legal guardian are concerned about the rest of his life.

By the way, how is it that his brother is coming under fire here? The guy is 33 years old but he’s not Caleb’s dad. Yet he’s stepped up and accepted that role in his life. Kudos to him. Too many young people don’t have a father figure in their lives and he made sure that wasn’t the case with his little brother. They sent this kid out to Texas to get some needed tutoring and now they’re helping him get a private education and Christian foundation before they turn him loose to the real world. I wish more parents were willing to make that sacrifice. Plus, Andre King said this was NOT Caleb’s decision. He said Caleb is still a child and therefore, adults would make this decision for him based on what they believed was truly in his best interest. Kudos again. I think people have their priorities totally backwards in judging this situation.

By Will

August 8, 2006 11:40 PM | Link to this

It,s high school, who cares. GAC is a great school. Go Trojans!

By Yo

August 8, 2006 11:43 PM | Link to this

Turn out the lights, the parties over.

The Lord giveth and the Lord taketh away!

HaHaHaHaHaHaHaHaHaHaHaHaHaHaHaHaHaHaHaHa

I didn’t hear Pview crying when he left Columbia to go to Pview. Was that forsaking his teammates then?

By JSH

August 8, 2006 11:46 PM | Link to this

As long as he stays healthy and continues to focus on grades, and commits to UGA…it is good for our great state!

By jjj

August 8, 2006 11:46 PM | Link to this

you people are retarded, you say he is dropping down to pad his stats and get into college. that is the stupidest thing i have ever heard, he has offers from every single college in the country, every college football coach wants him, he could sit out this season and still go to any college he wants. and the people that say that 5a is tougher yes it is but there are also those teams that are just as good in 2a, ya’ll say he is dropping to get is stock up with colleges you have no clue what you’re talking about, i do agree he should have gone about this another way and told parkview he would b leaving sooner in the summer, but either way he is going to college wherever he wants i mean he rushed for 2,700+ yards last year more than any junior in the state of georgia ever. caleb king is the truth

By Ron

August 8, 2006 11:50 PM | Link to this

I am really impressed with the decision for him to move to GAC, because it was a decision that was obviously made for academic and personal values. I wish Caleb all the best that life has to offer him, which based on his current direction is quite a bit!

If Caleb were not a big time football player, then this blog wouldn’t even exist! Caleb is doing the right thing by putting academics and values ahead of football!

Wouldn’t it be nice if all star athletes, did the same thing?

By Kevin Harrison

August 8, 2006 11:54 PM | Link to this

VOLUNTEER COACH?? GIVE ME A FREAKING BREAK. IS ANYONE BUYING THIS?? Yet another example of private schools creating their own rules- beating the system. Somebody needs to check the bank accounts on all involved in this one. Seems like someone is playing the “christianity card”, and this guy isn’t buying it.

By Leia

August 8, 2006 11:58 PM | Link to this

Ron - it seems to me that he is making this move based solely on his football dreams, not academic ones! Since he couldn’t pass the Gateway, which is ridiculously easy, he didn’t want to end up like Cameron Smith in some no-name school. So, he decided to go to a very expensive private school (I wonder how the tuition is going to be paid - that family is far from being well off), where there is no standardized test one must take to graduate. What part of that has anything to do with academics or religion? You live in a fantasy world if you think that he actually passed the admissions test and that they would accept him if he were not such a good football player. This was a very calculated move on the part of Caleb’s family, and I just hope that he does indeed get an education. He just might need something to fall back on.

By Rick

August 8, 2006 11:58 PM | Link to this

Perhaps the GHSA should have a transfer rule similar to the NCAA, requiring a transfer student-athlete to sit out for a year in his sport. (I’m no dedicated follower of high school sports. If such a rule exists, please correct me on this.)

By Tommy

August 9, 2006 12:01 AM | Link to this

This is nothing new to high school sports it has been happening for years. This is just a high profile case. It has nothing to do with education, it has everything to do with parents/coaches/supporters wanting a winning program and willing to anything to get it. A good football player or basketball player is treated like a kings and given and thing they want as long as they are in the system. This kid is no different than any other star who has “changed” schools mid stream. Don’t blame the kid, he is to young to realize he is being used. Blame the coaches - Parents -and Supporters of High School sports who stand by and let it happen. THESE KIDS COME INTO YOUR SCHOOL and YOUR KIDS GO TO THE BENCH … think about it. It happens all the time. Winning isn’t everying, playing fair is what counts. Life lessons is what is important!

By scribe

August 9, 2006 12:02 AM | Link to this

Coach Flowe was finally out-recruited for a running back. Ever since, Robert Hill, watched Derrick Pruitt (Norcross HS) the week before he transfered to Parkview. Beginning the state championship run, Parkview has been buying the best talent available. Through phony adressess’ and other incentives, the program has done a dis-service to the memory of the late Chuck Mize.

By Drew

August 9, 2006 12:04 AM | Link to this

I’m a Parkview graduate and when I heard that Caleb was transfering I was mad. But I remember he had trouble at Parkview with his classes. He had a tutor. I even heard that every season he played with Parkview he barely was eligible to play.

Even though I don’t like the fact he transfered away from Parkview I still respect it. He knows what the future lies for him. It’s success in football. He went to a smaller school with smaller classrooms with one on one tutoring capabilities which includes a Christian environment. It’s in my mind the best way for success for him. This is coming from a Parkview fan.

He understands what he has to do to make it to the next level. I’m going to miss watching Caleb at Parkview where last year he rushed for more than 2,700 yards. Let’s see what he does in a 2A school rather than a 5A school. I say he doubles his yardage, with all do respect to 2A schools. In the end he knows what lies ahead of him and he is bettering himself by going to GAC. Remember what happened to Cameron Smith.

By Wedgie Evans

August 9, 2006 12:04 AM | Link to this

It’s high school football — these kids can’t even vote yet — why is this front-page material?

By Mahn

August 9, 2006 12:10 AM | Link to this

Losing a player as talented as Caleb King is enough to make a head coach drink. It’s good there isn’t a prom coming up.

Parkview is just getting a dose of its own medicine. They’ve recruited kids away from other schools. Everything at the school revolves around the success of the football team.

By Michael

August 9, 2006 12:14 AM | Link to this

Both of my sons played football at GAC and I’m very proud of what they accomplished there - on the field, in the classroom, and more importantly, the real world. I was in- volved with the program as a parent and a booster for 10 years. It’s interesting to see that if a player chooses to move from one school to another, someone somewhere always cries “foul”. Athough I don’t live in Atlanta any longer I still keep up with GAC and feel that a AA schedule including Buford, Greene County, Mary Persons, and Decatur will give this young man just as much of a challenge as lining up against the likes of Duluth and Meadowcreek in AAAAA. There is no doubt in my mind that the classroom atmosphere will be an improvement - no disrespect towards Parkview, but private schools do not have to deal with the some of the state & federal beauracracy that exists in this day and age. Parkview will be just fine this year and GAC just might have a shot at the title that eluded them when the extra point against Lincoln County hit the upright. My guess is that GAC will be slightly favored over Cross Keys this year, by the way.

By JLJ

August 9, 2006 12:17 AM | Link to this

Wow - do you remember what Forrest’ Mother said? “Stupid is as Stupid Does”

By Freedawg

August 9, 2006 12:25 AM | Link to this

Lets see I can send my son to one of the finest Christian schools around to play for a great man like Coach Chupp, or he can remain in a government school where he isn’t as sucessful in class and can play for a coach who gets drunk at the high school promp in front of his students and players….duh

I played for Coach Chupp at Brookwood 16 years ago and he is a fine a human being as you would ever want to meet. Great decision for your son, Mr. King; you are to be commended.

By Freedawg

August 9, 2006 12:28 AM | Link to this

oh and 1st post ever, don’t throw the race card in here. I am a white guy in the parkview district that wishes him the best of luck. Those idiots couldn’t care if he was purple or pink, they just want him wearing orange come September.

By Fan

August 9, 2006 12:32 AM | Link to this

I’m getting sick of all the talk that Parkview recruits, and how the school is revolved around the football team. Parkview takes great pride in thier football program. Parkview has had a great academic history. Newsweek listed them as one of the best academic public schools in the nation. Parkview is also good at other sports as well as most of you know. That just brings the point of people saying they recruit. It’s illegal for a public school to recruit! Parkview knows how to get it done. Great facilties with an incredible weight room along with great academics. What wouldn’t atract a an athlete to a school that has all this success to be noticed. I’ve seen Bobby Bowden on Parkview’s campus, as well as other coaches. Parkview has everything that an athlete can want along with a great community. You can’t pay athletes.

People just say Parkview recruits out of frustration for their own football team. By the way Parkview is still strong. I still respect Caleb’s decision because he has his priorities set straight for the future. But saying this is what Parkview gets for losing “a recruit” come on.

By BS

August 9, 2006 12:41 AM | Link to this

The only reason this is news is because it is Parkview. Parkview lures players to its program with $ & other perks- that is why they have been so good.

By Jeff

August 9, 2006 12:45 AM | Link to this

Oh the jealousy for all you Parkview haters. Go Big Orange!!

By Freedawg

August 9, 2006 12:49 AM | Link to this

The real King of Gwinnett Football, the father of Gwinnett Football is the man who put Gwinnett Football on the map, Dave Hunter! Ask Cecil Flowe if you don’t believe me, Go Broncos!

By Angelique

August 9, 2006 12:54 AM | Link to this

Kush, shame on you. I pray you are NOT an adult wishing such things and if you are a teenager, sad but you sound jelous and angry for whatever reason. Kush, you are wrong man, he’s an up and comming kid with hopes and dreams and LIVING his dreams, maybe if you try living your dreams you wouldnt be so concerned about him having bad luck :-)

By Mike Wade

August 9, 2006 12:59 AM | Link to this

Hey Carrol Rogers, get a life!

By Elle

August 9, 2006 12:59 AM | Link to this

I wish Caleb the best.

It is curious that a kid could not make it academically at Parkview… could pass the entrance exam for a private school in his senior year????

I do not believe he passed the test. I am happy for Caleb being given the opportunity for one year at GAC.

I believe it will be a VERY stressful year. The academic demands will be TOUGH… unless of course the fact that he is ONE OF THE BEST ATHLETES in the country… affords him privileges not afforded other students <:-(.

By Jeff

August 9, 2006 12:59 AM | Link to this

Hey Freedawg..I agree that Hunter is a good man and good coach, however, let’s compare championships….Flowe 4…How many for Hunter?

By Mike Wade

August 9, 2006 12:59 AM | Link to this

Hey Carrol Rogers, get a life!

By mike wade

August 9, 2006 01:01 AM | Link to this

Hey Carrol Rogers, get a life!

By mike wade

August 9, 2006 01:02 AM | Link to this

Hey Carrol Rogers, get a life!

By Freedawg

August 9, 2006 01:28 AM | Link to this

Jeff, That is true, I think Brookwood only has one but Hunter set the course for Gwinnett football. He helped the GFL to get more organized for every school so little league football was developing players who could come to high school and develop as players instead of learning how to play the game in high school. He was a visionary and what he did at Brookwood and for the entire county in his organization and fund raising ability and he deserves a lot more credit than he gets for it. Parkview learned from it first and was able to beat us at our own game for about 5 years or so, but Brookwood has been in the hunt in the state playoffs for about 19 or 20 years. Parkview didn’t really come on the big scene until last 10 or so, but granted Big Orange has been mighty impressive since.

By Jason

August 9, 2006 01:31 AM | Link to this

WHO CARES??? This kind of weak crap story of the front page of AJC.com is pathetic. Give us all a break and keep your uber-niche reporting on the campus…whiney brats and suburban football drama should be kept on the back page…or better yet, why even give it ink?

Wise up AJC and get a life to those who think this has any relevance.

By Jeff

August 9, 2006 01:43 AM | Link to this

Freedawg….I can’t argue with that….You make a very good point. I say this in all honesty….I always cheer for Brookwood unless of course they are playing the Big Orange. It’s always good to have a Gwinnett team playing in the finals even if it’s not Parkview. Go Big Orange and Go Dawgs!!!

By 1st post ever

August 9, 2006 03:23 AM | Link to this

Griffin Boy & Freedawg: I’m no racist, i just tell like it is. If it helps you sleep at night to think that everyone’s not going to sugar coat this situation, so be it. I never said everyone that lives in Parkview’s district was a racist, you are too quick to jump on that. My venom laced comments were mainly directed towards Kush… “hombre” I remember the days of Darrin Hancock down that way, those were good times of Griffin back then, I’m not too far away… but this story is about people in an uproar, over what!? How is this affecting their families, livlihood? For people to come on here and call him a “dummy”, to talk about how he “struggled” academically, that’s bush league. And I stand by my statement, the only folks who are mad, are the white folks in Gwinnett County. Crying about how he got in, whining about wanting to see his test scores. Talking about how its not fair, give me a freakin’ break! You ever noticed how when a black person gets a break, all hell breaks loose. How many good ole boy handshakes do you ever think was made to get someone in that school that was white? Stop crying and get a life. Losers! btw… I love white people :-)

By Earl

August 9, 2006 05:47 AM | Link to this

I wonder if he passed all 4 sections of the high school grad test. I noticed he was in summer school. Maybe he is trying to graduate early, but I can’t figure the benefit unless it is avoiding the grad test or GAC makes it easier to graduate early and enroll in January in the college of his choice.

By bandit

August 9, 2006 06:00 AM | Link to this

perfect!!! he shouldn’t be allowed to anyway. he needs to go to the school where he is “districted” to. rules are for everyone including sports people. he can’t PICK where he wants to go. what makes him so special????

By bandit

August 9, 2006 06:01 AM | Link to this

perfect!!! he shouldn’t be allowed to anyway. he needs to go to the school where he is “districted” to. rules are for everyone including sports people. he can’t PICK where he wants to go. what makes him so special????

By bandit

August 9, 2006 06:02 AM | Link to this

perfect!!! he shouldn’t be allowed to anyway. he needs to go to the school where he is “districted” to. rules are for everyone including sports people. he can’t PICK where he wants to go. what makes him so special????

By Top Dawg

August 9, 2006 06:11 AM | Link to this

This is THE MOST absurd question I have ever read? WHO CARES what this kid does?

By Iknowtoo

August 9, 2006 06:42 AM | Link to this

I’ve been in the teaching business for a lot of years. I have seen kids who are great in hs and great in college but go nowhere when it comes to the pros. Why should this be front page news.

By Milton

August 9, 2006 06:57 AM | Link to this

Caleb had nothing to prove on the football field. Getting his academic portfolio seemed to be his focus since he enrolled in summer classes. It doesn’t matter whether he plays for a 2A High School like GAC or a 5A School like Parkview. Those classifications are based on the number of students, not on talent. Granted there is a greater possibility that a school with more students has a bigger pool of talent to pick from, but it doesn’t mean they are better.

By Tina Day

August 9, 2006 06:59 AM | Link to this

If he’s leaving to get a better education, then I’m all for it but if he’s just transfering to get better offers for a career in football, then you better think about the problems ahead. All the money in world isn’t going to help if you can’t read and write and do MATH!!!!!!… Stop putting emphasis on athletic skills and start placing them on academics. My son knows that if he has anything less than a “B”, football is out of the question. He has some athletic ability and will be a decent player but he would never let his team mates down. He understands what TEAM WORK is about. I really hope he’s transferring because he wants to be academically challenged and not become a “BIG” nothing.

By Lake Rat

August 9, 2006 07:00 AM | Link to this

While GAC did nothing wrong (my sister graduated from there) they should have taken the high road like Marist does and not accept kids who want to transfer just for their senior year. That is rule number 1 at Marist, since even “regular” students want the private school label in hopes of getting into a better college.

Caleb did not need any help in getting a major college scholarship, though he evidently does need help academically, yet the result looks bad for all. GAC tarnished its reputation on this one.

By Dirtydavis

August 9, 2006 07:06 AM | Link to this

YOU WHITE FOLKS JUST WON’T STOP

jUST LIKE A PARKVIEW MOM, A CHICK ABOVE ACTUALLY SAID THAT PARKVIEW WERE THE PEOPLE WHO HAD BEEN WITH CALEB SINCE DAY ONE. SAD THING IS SHE BELIEVES IT. wHERE WERE YOU WHEN HE LEARNED TO PLAY IN DEKALB, UHHHHHHHHH NOWHERE. YOU FOLKS CAME AND GOT HIM AT 15 YEARS OLD TO PLAY FOOTBALL HARDLY DAY ONE. HE IS AND WAS NEVER A REAL PART OF YOUR COMMUNITY HE WAS SIMPLY ON LOAN. THE LOAN IS UP. GOTTA GET YOUR OWN, OR I GUESS COME BACK DOWN HERE AND BABYSIT ANOTHER ONE OF OUR STARS.

By Milton

August 9, 2006 07:07 AM | Link to this

I sure hope Caleb’s family is keeping him away from reading what folks really think about him. I have deep concerns when someone like I-Town can make statements saying he is “DUMB AS A BRICK”. Seems to me they wanted to keep him at Parkview running the ball and being DUMB AS A BRICK, instead of trying to better himself academically to get rid of such negative connotations. If in fact he does happen to read this blog, I think it would be fitting if he told all the haters to “KISS MY AZZ”, then ask God for forgiveness.

By nana

August 9, 2006 07:17 AM | Link to this

Well.. I hope that all the haters… won’t cross over the private school fence just to get a glimps of Caleb.. because taking bets/odds/is gambling at the expense of a high school football star is not good either. Caleb wants God/Jesus, accept that.. not all people want the devils money.

By Lew

August 9, 2006 07:20 AM | Link to this

Jay got it right: who cares?

By mark

August 9, 2006 07:37 AM | Link to this

I don’t think Caleb will receive a better education at GAC than Parkview, but perhaps his family really did want the spiritual/religious aspect that Parkview cannot provide. Plus, big brother cannot help coach on even a volunteer basis at Parkview because he isn’t a certified teacher (probably the REAL reason). However, it is about time Parkviw got a taste of their own medicine. They have been on the receiving side of the recruiting street for WAY too long.

By NHS

August 9, 2006 07:41 AM | Link to this

Why is this even a story? A HS kid decides to attend GAC instead of playing out his senior season as a Possum.

By Lew

August 9, 2006 07:42 AM | Link to this

Caleb: Study hard, make the grades and….

come to UGA! We want you!!!!

Go Caleb, go Dawgs!!!!

By uga31

August 9, 2006 07:43 AM | Link to this

Caleb, unlike most high school athletes, stayed ahead of his peers by going to school in the summer. How many high school kids can proudly say that they actually did something productive over the summer which involved their education? Everyone who thinks Caleb is dumb as a brick, how many of you took summer classes while in high school to stay ahead? How about your kids? Can you explain how attending GAC is bad? Let’s see, he’s in a better school academically, he’s growing in his Christian faith, and he’s playing football…which is what he loves to do. I don’t see anything stupid about his decision. IF football does not work out, he will still have his education and faith…something we Americans seem to have forgotten. This 17 year old kid should be praised for accomplishing great things as a TEENAGER. People who are disappointed apparently tried to live their lives vicariously through him.

By Ted

August 9, 2006 07:46 AM | Link to this

There are just too many coincidences here to believe Caleb or his brother will not be driving a new Escalade real soon. His brother gets a “non” paying coaching job and now must pay “tuition” which isn’t cheap to attend a private school that has such “high” academic standards. Caleb has struggled throught High School with his grades and now passes the admission test to get into GAC? Regardless, I wish him well and hope he is healthy for the Buford game. Even with all their money, there are some things money can’t buy, and that includes a win over Buford. WE OWN YOU!

By uga31

August 9, 2006 07:55 AM | Link to this

Caleb, unlike most high school athletes, stayed ahead of his peers by going to school in the summer. How many high school kids can proudly say that they actually did something productive over the summer which involved their education? Everyone who thinks Caleb is dumb as a brick, how many of you took summer classes while in high school to stay ahead? How about your kids? Can you explain how attending GAC is bad? Let’s see, he’s in a better school academically, he’s growing in his Christian faith, and he’s playing football…which is what he loves to do. I don’t see anything stupid about his decision. IF football does not work out, he will still have his education and faith…something we Americans seem to have forgotten. This 17 year old kid should be praised for accomplishing great things as a TEENAGER. People who are disappointed apparently tried to live their lives vicariously through him. If he succeeds in football and makes the NFL, will all of you apologize and shake his hands or spit on his face and insist he still made a bad decision? If the latter, then there lies the future decision makers of this country.

By nate

August 9, 2006 07:58 AM | Link to this

who cares????!!!!

isn’t there any real news, sports or otherwise to comment on other some high school kid.

very sad.

By Glenn

August 9, 2006 08:00 AM | Link to this

I agree with uga31, even though I am a Techie…Caleb is showing a desire to better himself academically through his actions of taking classes over the summer as well as a change of schools…his athleticism has already been established and, frankly, he has nothing to prove nor does he have to defend himself.

Give this young man credit for working on honing himself into an all around student athlete. He obviously felt he was missing something at his former school, and took his summer vacation to continue to work. Not many high school students in his position would bother to do so.

By taking another step to feel comfortable in his scholastic and athletic surroundings, I think we should commend this young man and wish him the best, not criticize or condemn him or his family.

By scooter

August 9, 2006 08:01 AM | Link to this

Are you kidding me AJC? Biff Pocoroba didn’t even get this much coverage and he was a pro.

By bb

August 9, 2006 08:03 AM | Link to this

GAC TUITION = $12,000/SENIOR YEAR Family Volunteer job = $0.00 / YEAR Getting a free education at GAC = PRICELESS ADMIT IT = YOUR JEALOUS AS HELL!

By Toby Miller

August 9, 2006 08:05 AM | Link to this

Who cares!!!!!

By RW

August 9, 2006 08:11 AM | Link to this

Ok…first of all,how do students in high school get to just transfer from school to school? I know GAC is a private school…but Columbia and Parkveiw aren’t and they are miles away and not even in the same county. I just don’t understand how the state allows this….thats why schools are over crowded and have trailers because you got kids like this not going to the school he is district for!! We all know the real truth…its all about who pays who…and how much. If this kid didn’t play football… would he be a big issue…NO..Better yet he would probably still be at Columbia where he belongs.

By Lindsey McDaniel

August 9, 2006 08:12 AM | Link to this

I have seen this story in the AJC; on TV, and not once has this kids EDUCATION been mentioned. This is another example of how High School sports has become a business, and they are in the business of exploiting talented kids. From another perspective, this happens every year, but the only difference is that King was an athlete at the PRESTIGOUS PARKVIEW HS which has a reputation for success on the football field. It is obvious that Parkview; the media and the fans of Parkview are only looking at this kid as a MEAL TICKET! If this kid were enrolled at Washington High School and decided to transfer to SW Dekalb High School, would the Media be so involved. NOT AT ALL! Better yet where was the media when King transferred as a freshman from Columbia to Parkview?? This type of media coverage is what destroys these kids at an early age! Come January or when King graduates, the media will be no where around

By mart

August 9, 2006 08:17 AM | Link to this

He’s another twit who we’ll never hear from again. Brother seems like a chump also.

By Realistic Ricky

August 9, 2006 08:17 AM | Link to this

Must be a really slow sports news day at the AJC, huh?

By Mom

August 9, 2006 08:18 AM | Link to this

THANKS AJC for plastering this high school kid all over your paper for two weeks - you’ve helped to create another EGO MONSTER. Shame on you.

By Matt

August 9, 2006 08:24 AM | Link to this

GOOD!!! Maybe Brookwood can beat Pview again this year!

By sdfsdf

August 9, 2006 08:25 AM | Link to this

Who cares, but I WOULD love to see those admission test scores!!!!!!!!

By uga31

August 9, 2006 08:29 AM | Link to this

ONCE AGAIN. Caleb, unlike most high school athletes, stayed ahead of his peers by going to school in the summer. How many high school kids can proudly say that they actually did something productive over the summer which involved their education? Everyone who thinks Caleb is dumb as a brick, how many of you took summer classes while in high school to stay ahead? How about your kids? Can you explain how attending GAC is bad? Let’s see, he’s in a better school academically, he’s growing in his Christian faith, and he’s playing football…which is what he loves to do. I don’t see anything stupid about his decision. IF football does not work out, he will still have his education and faith…something we Americans seem to have forgotten. This 17 year old kid should be praised for accomplishing great things as a TEENAGER. People who are disappointed apparently tried to live their lives vicariously through him. If he succeeds in football and makes the NFL, will all of you apologize and shake his hands or spit on his face and insist he still made a bad decision? If the latter, then there lies the future decision makers of this country.

By uga31

August 9, 2006 08:29 AM | Link to this

ONCE AGAIN. Caleb, unlike most high school athletes, stayed ahead of his peers by going to school in the summer. How many high school kids can proudly say that they actually did something productive over the summer which involved their education? Everyone who thinks Caleb is dumb as a brick, how many of you took summer classes while in high school to stay ahead? How about your kids? Can you explain how attending GAC is bad? Let’s see, he’s in a better school academically, he’s growing in his Christian faith, and he’s playing football…which is what he loves to do. I don’t see anything stupid about his decision. IF football does not work out, he will still have his education and faith…something we Americans seem to have forgotten. This 17 year old kid should be praised for accomplishing great things as a TEENAGER. People who are disappointed apparently tried to live their lives vicariously through him. If he succeeds in football and makes the NFL, will all of you apologize and shake his hands or spit on his face and insist he still made a bad decision? If the latter, then there lies the future decision makers of this country.

By Pumpkin

August 9, 2006 08:33 AM | Link to this

You people are unbelieveable. Just unbelieveable. Wow. I’m speechless.

By John

August 9, 2006 08:35 AM | Link to this

Caleb by all accounts is a great kid and a brilliant football player, but the bottom line is that to graduate from a school like Parkview you have to (1) pass the state tests and (2) get through a curriculum that is significantly more rigorous than state standards. The issue is obvious, and it has absolutely nothing to do with religion; it’s simply a matter of academics.

By Bob

August 9, 2006 08:37 AM | Link to this

We all should know the real reason why this story is so big. Caleb’s the #1 running back in the nation. The #1 player in Georgia that is why this story has a blog. If your a high school sports fan this is a big story. Every top 25 school wants Caleb. The kid is incredible. He’s is on other websites as well. Caleb I’m a Parkview fan and I totally respect your decision because in the end it will benefit your future.

By ladydawgfan

August 9, 2006 08:42 AM | Link to this

I am a Panther mom, and I have been watching Caleb King play since he arrived at Parkview. I hate to see him leave but, all of the football talent in the world doesn’t amount to much if you can’t cut it academically. Ya’ll remember Cameron Smith and Marcus Ball? I know Parkview is a great school but they are huge and spread kind of thin. GAC will provide smaller class sizes and a greater support system to get him where he needs to be academically. I wish him the best of luck. Parkview will survive, we have alot of talent coming up and great coaches. While Caleb is a great running back, it takes an entire team to win ballgames. And I hate to say it but I think he’ll end up at Auburn.

By Drew

August 9, 2006 08:46 AM | Link to this

I don’t know why everyone is saying this isn’t a big story? This kid is the top RB in the nation acording to Rivals and numerous other sites. This is a case of Parkview getting a taste of their own medicine with all the recruits they typically bring in.It is not like he has grown up through the system and betraying childhood friends.

By Ashley

August 9, 2006 08:47 AM | Link to this

Nothing against Caleb but THIS SCHOOL IS SOOOOOOOO OVERRATED!!!!!!!

By Mike

August 9, 2006 08:50 AM | Link to this

It is amazing to see so many haters of a 17 year old kid doing what he and his family thinks will be beneficial for him. Is it always nice to see true high school fans accuse this kid of all sorts of things. That is why any kid and his family should always do what us best for them.

By Zo

August 9, 2006 08:52 AM | Link to this

Young man, I wish you all of God’s blessing and just remember it’s a blessing from God to have that talent. It’s funny how those who don’t have skills always opening their d*mn mouth. When we start working the system it’s a problem, but when the other side is working the system (like Parkview) it’s a smart move or decision, another example of “double standard” white America. As Martin Lawrence would say “Ride it to the wheels fall off!” Big brother, please take care of little brother, because that’s what really matters. Proud of you “G”s! God Bless

By BRYANT

August 9, 2006 08:54 AM | Link to this

“CHICKENS COMING HOME TO ROOST”. WHERE DID PARKVIEW’S Q’BACK COME FROM LAST YEAR ? I THINK HE CAME FROM THE “HOOCH”. TURN ABOUT IS FAIR PLAY. PARKVIEW RECRUITS MORE THAN UGA.

By mista

August 9, 2006 08:55 AM | Link to this

where the ajc needs to go from here is a serious look into why football players flow into (and apparently out of) parkview like they do. if i’m not mistaken, parkview has lost its starting quarterback, running back and middle linebacker since last fall, and nobody’s saying they are going to be any worse than 10 wins. something’s fishy about that. and stop persecuting this kid! the quotes from both sides obviously read into this as a battle between the boy’s older brother and the parkview school system. if you see as any more than that, you’re not paying attention…

By Chris

August 9, 2006 08:59 AM | Link to this

Watch Parkview’s average SAT go up, and GAC’s go down. It’s a wash.

By Homer

August 9, 2006 08:59 AM | Link to this

Seriously, why is this news?

By tim

August 9, 2006 09:01 AM | Link to this

as someone who has been involved in HS athletics for almost 30yrs this is disgraceful. these young people transferr all over the place for various reasons. mainly they feel like their stock will be increased for the college coaches. here in florida the high school activities recently and finally adopted a policy regarding transfer. unless your family has moved (this does not mean going to live with a relative) you are going to sit out one year. this is a fair policy because as we all know many of the schools private and public recurit, and many of these young people are easily swayed. we as adults lead by example can you say pro athletes, or guys who come out of school early. fine examples.

By LTorrence

August 9, 2006 09:02 AM | Link to this

I think the saddest commentary is that when you speak of this young mans’ “high school career”, you mean football, not academics.

And people wonder why these kids don’t think they ever need to LEARN anything.

By tim

August 9, 2006 09:02 AM | Link to this

as someone who has been involved in HS athletics for almost 30yrs this is disgraceful. these young people transferr all over the place for various reasons. mainly they feel like their stock will be increased for the college coaches. here in florida the high school activities recently and finally adopted a policy regarding transfer. unless your family has moved (this does not mean going to live with a relative) you are going to sit out one year. this is a fair policy because as we all know many of the schools private and public recurit, and many of these young people are easily swayed. we as adults lead by example can you say pro athletes, or guys who come out of school early. fine examples.

By sk052001

August 9, 2006 09:02 AM | Link to this

What a shame we won’t see him on the field in this, his senior year. Darn GHSA eligibility rules.

By tim

August 9, 2006 09:03 AM | Link to this

as someone who has been involved in HS athletics for almost 30yrs this is disgraceful. these young people transferr all over the place for various reasons. mainly they feel like their stock will be increased for the college coaches. here in florida the high school activities recently and finally adopted a policy regarding transfer. unless your family has moved (this does not mean going to live with a relative) you are going to sit out one year. this is a fair policy because as we all know many of the schools private and public recurit, and many of these young people are easily swayed. we as adults lead by example can you say pro athletes, or guys who come out of school early. fine examples.

By Alycia

August 9, 2006 09:05 AM | Link to this

I think this is a good thing. By looking at all of the responses it seems as if Parkview just wanted Caleb for his football abilities. This seems to be the case with most African-Americans who excel at sports. Hey didn’t Dwight Howard graduate from GAC? If your good it shouldn’t matter where you play. I want to see the comments that are made if Parkview doesn’t make the playoffs this year. Way to go.

By JP

August 9, 2006 09:08 AM | Link to this

Look who cares. The kids family made a decision for him and he has to do what they say. This is a kid, he does not make decisions for himself. So Parkview fans get over it and win football games. You were winning before King came there and your probably going to win now that he’s gone so let it go.

By JC

August 9, 2006 09:08 AM | Link to this

I heard Parkview only offered a Tahoe, and he was holding out for an Escalade.

I’m glad he’s good at his sport and all, but I sure hope he goes to college and stays in college to set a good example for young people.

Money is not everything!

By love

August 9, 2006 09:09 AM | Link to this

kush you’re an idiot, Caleb “make it do what it do”

By Zo

August 9, 2006 09:12 AM | Link to this

Young man, I wish you all of God’s blessing and just remember it’s a blessing from God to have that talent. It’s funny how those who don’t have skills always opening their d*mn mouth. When we start working the system it’s a problem, but when the other side is working the system (like Parkview) it’s a smart move or decision, another example of “double standard” white America. As Martin Lawrence would say “Ride it to the wheels fall off!” Big brother, please take care of little brother, because that’s what really matters. Proud of you “G”s! God Bless

By dirtydavis

August 9, 2006 09:13 AM | Link to this

ABOUT 5 MESSAGES UP ladydawgfan wrote remem, ber Cameron Smith and Marcus Ball. WELL I DO. AND I KNOW SMITH WENT RIGHT UP THERE TO GWINNETT TO RUN THE BALL FOR THE GOOD OLE WHITE FOLK AND WHAT A CAREER HE HAD ON THE FIELD PROBLEM IS STAYING ELOGIBLE IN GWINNETT FOR A BLACK BALL CARRIED IS ALOT EASIER THAN QUALIFING FOR COLLEGE NOW HE HAS TO GO TO PREP SCHOOL OR JUNIOR COLLEGE. ON THE OTHER HAND MARCUS BALL STAYED AT STEPHENSON HIGH SCHOOL (ALL BLACK)IN DEKALB COUNTY. SURE HE HAD HIS ACADEMIC ISSUES, BUT YOU KNOW WHAT AFTER FOOTBAL WAS OVER HIS SENIOR YEAR HE HAD FOLKS WHO REALY CARED ABOUT IN THE COMMUNITY. HERE IS THE PART ladydagfan DIDN’T KNOW. WHEN SHE AND ALL THE UGA REDNECKS GAVE UP ON MARCUS WE DIDN’T. THE STAFF AT STEPHENSON AND HIS FAMILY HELPED HIM WORK HARD AND HE GOT HIMSELF ELIGIBLE TO PLAY AT FSU THIS YEAR AS TRUE FRESHMAN. SO WHEN YOU SEE THEM THIS YEAR LOOK FOR MARCUS, HE WILL BE SUITED UP AND READY TO GO. LET’S HOPE CALEB TAKES RIGHT AFTER HIM.

By Radio

August 9, 2006 09:19 AM | Link to this

Are you kidding me??? Who cares? You should find new writiers who can offer better reading material for a front page article.

By arthur

August 9, 2006 09:25 AM | Link to this

who is this guy? who gives a stink? hey ajc, why not try publishing news that is relevant or even midly significant.

By jody wilson

August 9, 2006 09:26 AM | Link to this

who gives a FLIP!???

By HC

August 9, 2006 09:26 AM | Link to this

Who gives a damn?

By footballfemale

August 9, 2006 09:27 AM | Link to this

I say biggest mistake this kid could ever make! And what an idiot his brother must be to advise him of this move. Going from a football powerhouse like Parkview at the AAAAA level to play AA Christian school football at the most crucial time in his career (his Sr. year) is ridiculous. His brother is the grown-up here and he is the kid. The brother is giving him pathetic advice from a scouts standpoint? I wish him well. I hope the brother is going to make alot of money volunteer coaching, because he may need to help out. I agree…..another TO in the making.

By jane

August 9, 2006 09:27 AM | Link to this

honestly, this kid is obviously a lot more mature than most adults who have commented on this blog… despite expecting all of the ridicule and hate he has been recieving, he still chose to do what was best for him not just in an occupation but in life. don’t you wish he could be just like you, then he would have made the “right” choice and stayed at parkview because that’s what YOU would have done isn’t it? then 30 years from now he can sit at a computer awaiting the results for whether or not a highschool kid that he DOESN’T know will be transferring to another school (that will better his education and obviously not affect his football career) so that he can sit for hours comtemplating the best insult he can conjure up in order to look witty and smart when in fact he’ll look like a loser with way too much time on his hands. show some maturity. i’m embarrassed FOR you. if he was just like any one of you who would have made the “right” decision — he’d probably be a deadbeat before he got to the NFL. good thing there’s people with better morals than half you people on here. — go moe the lawn. take out the trash. clean your dentures. whatever you old people do —and stop hating on this kid you don’t know. he clearly has to be AT LEAST a better person than you are so what are you complaining about? i admire the guy, i dont know if i’d have the nerve to do what was best for my christianity and education knowing a lot of people would hate me for it. props for the kid for being important enough to have a blog about him…. he’s already famous. if everyone made their personal choices according to who would hate them for what… and what occupational decision would be best further their career, then we’d probably have a bunch of loser has-beens who surf the web way too often. odd. —

By Mike

August 9, 2006 09:29 AM | Link to this

No problem. I just feel he’s not a team player and the team will be better off without him. And if he’s and his parents are so interested in his’ receiving a better education, why not sign-up for honors courses at Parkview? I thought he wanted a career as a professional football player, not a brain surgeon? Maybe the stress of playing for one of the top football programs in America was too much for him?

By GACS Grad

August 9, 2006 09:29 AM | Link to this

First, while I know the GAC administrators quoted in the AJC, I know nothing more than what has been printed in ajc and other sites. A few thoughts: GACS has never, to my knowledge, recruited anyone for athletics. They did not while I was there, and I have never heard of them doing since. Second, IF it is true that others applied and were qualified, but turned down this summer for this same Sr. class that Caleb is being admitted into, then I will be sorely disappointed in and ashamed of my old school. I have already written to the President of the School and other officials to inquire about this. I do not doubt that Caleb King can handle the academics, nor can I doubt the sincerity of his and his family’s beliefs. However, ANY favortism shown to him due to his athletic ability SHOULD BE a discredit to my alma mater. I feel the same if any similar favoritism is shown to a politician’s child, celebrity’s child, etc…

By BigD

August 9, 2006 09:31 AM | Link to this

This has sure turned into a big deal. As soon as there were two schools playing football in Georgia there was recruiting. You are fooling yourself if you think otherwise. No one wants to call it recruiting unless they lost the player.

If GAC is right for Caleb then good for him and good luck.

By Panther Grad

August 9, 2006 09:31 AM | Link to this

Ok all you kool-aid drinkers. Everyone should pay attention to MNT’s comments. He is wiser than most of you know. That includes most the people on this blog that say they are close to Caleb. Parkview is in the top 5% in the nation in academics. This boy is obviously struggling academically. The only question here is did GAC make a deal with the Devil. Also, He will attend Auburn, just watch.

By mista

August 9, 2006 09:33 AM | Link to this

mistake? footballfemale, what are you talking about? caleb king could verbally commit to any school today and it would be locked up. it’s obvious the kid has some work to do in the classroom, but his field resume is complete! let’s not forget, he’s not the only d-1 kid to leave parkview recently; he’s just the only one we’re talking about today…i hate the newspapers are missing the real story, but it’s not that caleb king moved…

By Becky

August 9, 2006 09:34 AM | Link to this

Because this is a private school, Caleb did not have to take an entrance exam. Also, he doesn’t have to take the senior exit exam. Because his brother, Andre, is a “volunteer” coach to the football team, Caleb does not have to pay tuition to GAC (free ride). He is also a fifth year high school student(what does that tell you about academics). Whatever college he ends up at will have someone taking classes & tests for him. The brain matter is not there. There is no loyality to friends, school, etc. Just ask Berkmar HS, Columbia HS, and Parkview HS; all schools he left for greener pastures. By the way, he never moved from his house in Dekalb County when he went to any of these schools. Andre, his “brother/advisor”, will have the money when a contract is signed. He has talent, but that is all.

By BrookwoodGrad

August 9, 2006 09:34 AM | Link to this

I played for coach Chupp at Brookwood 23 years ago, and I can tell you that he is as fine a man as you will ever meet. He is a genuinely good person, and he cares much more about his kids than wins and losses. He will be a great role model for this young man.

I wish Caleb the very best at GAC. He is very fortunate to have the opportunity to attend such a wonderful school. Both he and GAC will benefit from the experience. Good luck Caleb!

By michelle williams

August 9, 2006 09:34 AM | Link to this

Who care what school he attends? The important factor is that he is still in school trying to get an education.

By ladydawgfan

August 9, 2006 09:37 AM | Link to this

All of the football powerhouses in HS recruit to some extent. My family has been involved in Mountain Park/Parkview football for 10yrs now, with 5 more to go until my youngest son gets to HS. The influx of people moving here at the elementary and middle school level is unbelievable. They do this with the intent of their children playing for Parkview in the future. Believe me, Coach Flowe and his staff have them coming in droves to be part of the program. Parkview football is successful because of the commitment both from the coaches and community. The coaches are highly involved in the park program, the boys that want to play are encouraged to hone their skills starting in the 6th grade by hitting the weightroom. Where by the way, the varsity and JV coaches are running the whole thing, making themselves available to these young boys before they get to high school. They invest alot of time, getting to know these kids, they’re not just numbers to them. The coaches provide seminars to our rec. coaches and are always available to help. How many HS varsity staffs are worried about the 6/7 yr. old park players? I’ll will concede that Brookwood is the same way. Both schools are the total package. Great academically and athletically and supported by their respective communties, which by the way is key. Thats what makes the rivalry so much fun. Caleb King is doing what is best for Caleb, will he be missed? Of course he will. Caleb is going to put GAC on the map. Parkview football will survive.

By Taji W.

August 9, 2006 09:38 AM | Link to this

Caleb, Congrats goes out to you and your family. Just remember what Porsche Foxx use to say: “Make your haters your motivators” I say: Use each one of their heads as a stepping stone to reach the top (smile) Good Luck on everything you do!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Your Old Neighbor

By sugahmama

August 9, 2006 09:39 AM | Link to this

UGA’s comments about Caleb going to summer school to better himself is soooo funny. Hello……….he flunked out of summer school here and had to be shipped to Texas to just make his 19 year old self, senior status. All this bull about his brother doing it for his own good and Christian beliefs, is hog wash. It has nothing to do with faith, the only faith he is going to need is to hope he does not end up like Cameron Smith who the paper just said today that he had dropped out of college for personal reasons today! What he made it a week there! Cameron and Caleb, you can “volunteer” your talents when your senior year ever ends and do some coaching of your own. We taxpayers can pay your way like ol “Andre the giant” who has used his own brother’s fame to benefit on free housing, cars, and obviously a job. Parkview will be just fine without him, everybody had his number towards the end of the season last year anyway.. GAC must have passed the collection plate around a few more times than normal this month…..

By Marcus Williams

August 9, 2006 09:41 AM | Link to this

All I have to say is GOODBYE to Herschel Walker’s single season record(s). This kid is going to shatter the record books by stepping down not one, not two, but three levels of competition. With that said, I don’t think it’s any reason for this kid to face scrutiny for wanting to receive a better education. I’m sure if your children had the athletic ability to attain a top notch education, you wouldn’t think twice. To think otherwise is asinine. Don’t blame the kid for wanting to better himself, BLAME the state of Georgia for the gap between private and public school education. That is the real culprit.

By Jackie

August 9, 2006 09:41 AM | Link to this

Caleb I wish you the very best. I know it had to be an extremely difficult decision but I think in the long run it will show itself as the right one. High school passes and becomes a memory. What really matters are the choices your make for yourself. I’m certain you care about your teammates and friends at Parkview. And if they are truly friends they will want what’s best for you as well. Good luck and take care!

By GREG

August 9, 2006 09:45 AM | Link to this

who cares’s

By steve

August 9, 2006 09:45 AM | Link to this

Everyone knows that GAC is one of the finest educational experiences that a kid can get in the metro area. Caleb is being offered this experience that he would never get under normal cirmcumstances just because he can run fast and jump high. People direct their anger towards him because he “abandoned his team”. You’re talking about a game. This is his life. He gets this opportunity because he is good at a game. Run fast, jump high, study hard, make the most of your education. Use the gifts you were given to achieve something greater than being good at a game. Congratulations on being accepted to one of the best schools in Atlanta and don’t worry about what sports fans think, they won’t matter when you get accepted into a top notch college.

By Mac

August 9, 2006 09:48 AM | Link to this

It sounds like Big Brother is calling the shots. I don’t know to many seniors who like to change shcools their senior yr. I can’t imagine and athelete wanting to go to a AA school from a AAAAA. Parkview offers a great education. Good luck to Caleb and I hope he can make his life decisions himself in the future.

By Who cares?

August 9, 2006 09:48 AM | Link to this

Who cares?! He’s a highschool kid!

By Tony

August 9, 2006 09:50 AM | Link to this

If anybody doesn’t think this whole thing was rigged, then it don’t rain in Indianapolis in the summmertime……”volunteer coach”? Yeah, give me a break.

By ladydawgfan

August 9, 2006 09:52 AM | Link to this

Hey dirtydavis, I think it’s great that you are so involved in your community football. I’ve talked to Marcus a few times and think he is a great kid, in fact my little guy asked for his autograph and still has it. I hope he does great at FSU. I love seeing local talent do well, whether it’s talent from Dekalb or Gwinnett. Having sons that play football, I know the dedication and sacrafice it takes to play the game. Maybe you could explain to me why so many younger Dekalb kids are coming over to Gwinnett to play football with us rednecks?

By ald

August 9, 2006 09:54 AM | Link to this

Caleb didn’t go to school in Texas to get ahead with his education. He went to try to catch up.

He was behind because he had so much trouble passing the classes at Parkview and had to take them elsewhere in order to be elligible to play high school ball this fall.

Caleb will be fine, GAC will be fine, and Parkview will be fine. Everyone needs to chill out.

Bring on football season!

PS: You crazy UGA fans do realize that with scholarship offers from Notre Dame, USC, Texas, and the like, he is probably NOT going to attend UGA, or even an SEC or ACC school for that matter.

By bob

August 9, 2006 09:57 AM | Link to this

Comparing Parkview to GAC is like comparing UGA to Duke. You can get a very good education at UGA (I graduated from UGA and have done very well), but you can’t compare it to the education you would receive at Duke. Duke has very good athletics for a smaller school. Same can be said for GAC. Like Duke, GAC is a great SCHOOL with a good athletics program. Like UGA, Parkview is a great FOOTBALL program with good academics. At the end of the day, the kid chose what he thought was best for him…..a better school with a good football program.

By been there, done that

August 9, 2006 10:00 AM | Link to this

What do I think? Best of luck, Caleb. Education comes first, and I think that you have made the right decision.

By ntellect

August 9, 2006 10:01 AM | Link to this

First off, THIS IS HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL! Not the NCAA or NFL! It’s not that serious. What is ironically funny to me is, had this not been a supesrstar player, would anyone even be talking about this? Let’s take that deeper. What if it hadn’t been a young black kid? Hmmmmmm? Heck, what if he wasn’t even an athlete? “Regular” kids switch schools all the time and who cares. Let’s see, by changing schools he is going to get a far superior education than public school, spiritual guidance that you can’t get in public school and under the survelance and protection of a very close family member. Doesn’t sound like a bad decision to me. Besides, isn’t this the areas that most superstar athletes lack and get in to big trouble over when they get into college and the pros???? Hmmmmmmm???????

Get over it people and get to more important issues.

By John

August 9, 2006 10:04 AM | Link to this

Who cares…Go Braves!!

By Suz

August 9, 2006 10:06 AM | Link to this

I think it is totally ridiculous that this much coverage is on high school football.

Let kids be kids. Football players play football and let it be for fun.

I absolutely hate that society and the media are treating high school football like it is college or pro.

By Travis

August 9, 2006 10:08 AM | Link to this

Why is everyone hating on him for trying to better himself? Lets say he goes to Parkview, wins another state championship, but doesn’t make his grades to go to UGA or Auburn!!!

I’m sure we will have another blog then!!

He wants to get his grades up by going to a private school with smaller classes! I think he is making a smart decission and I wish him the best!

By Travis

August 9, 2006 10:08 AM | Link to this

Why is everyone hating on him for trying to better himself? Lets say he goes to Parkview, wins another state championship, but doesn’t make his grades to go to UGA or Auburn!!!

I’m sure we will have another blog then!!

He wants to get his grades up by going to a private school with smaller classes! I think he is making a smart decission and I wish him the best!

By Donald

August 9, 2006 10:12 AM | Link to this

I have heard that this young man did not pass the Georgia High School Graduation Test last year. I have also heard that students at GAC are not required to take the Georgia High School Graduation Test for graduation from that institution. Can we connect the dots?

By sillypeople

August 9, 2006 10:13 AM | Link to this

Would there really be all these negative comments posted, if this was a white boy named Scott, instead of a black boy named Caleb? H to the N! Get a life people.

By Mike

August 9, 2006 10:18 AM | Link to this

King will be a great football player where ever he plays. Just don’t go to college in Georgia. There are alot of schools out there that can help him move on to the pro level other Georgia & Ga. Tech. The Parkview football community is just upset that they lost a great player and that THEY WILL NOT go 500 in this season. King made the best move for him and his family.

By tiff

August 9, 2006 10:20 AM | Link to this

Will someone tell me why this has made the newspaper, and why we should care. He’ll just be used up and tossed out like the rest of these selfish, senseless kids. And don’t get me started on the parents.

By dx107

August 9, 2006 10:21 AM | Link to this

Bet there is alot of laughter coming from the Columbia High Coaches, who lost him to Parkview.

And by the way Private Schools do recruit players - he will put fans in the seats, who will buy programs, and concessions - also every media outlet will be at the games, hmmm advertisment thats free. Private Schools function on money and King means money.

By greenhulk

August 9, 2006 10:22 AM | Link to this

This whole situation smells. There is more to this than education and religion like his misleading brother has stated. This is someone thinking they can move down to a lower classification to build Kings stock with the colleges and try to break rushing records at the high school level. It’s about “ME” instead of team. King will have a rude awakening if he thinks he is just going to run ramshode through AA football and he is a marked man. Caleb, be your own man, seek guidance from others, don’t let your brother live his life through you.

By Captain Durp!

August 9, 2006 10:23 AM | Link to this

Caleb King is a tremendous athlete, and I wish him the best in the rest of his career. I think it is unfortunate that he left his high school team out to dry, and didn’t have the decency to tell his coach earlier in the summer of his plans. Everyone knew this was going to happen, and Caleb was too cowardly to tell Mr. Flowe of his intentions. I hope he receives a better education at GAC, but I honestly think that this guy doesn’t have the brains to qualify for a big school out of HS anyway. He’s headed to Hargrave for sure.

By ATLien4Life!

August 9, 2006 10:25 AM | Link to this

I’m just floored that this many people cared enough to comment on this non-issue. Get a life, folks. It’s HIGH SCHOOL.

By gaman

August 9, 2006 10:27 AM | Link to this

GAC=Christian. Mark Richt=Christian. Georgia on Caleb’s mind. Caleb, we’ll see you in Athens!!!

By Eastsider

August 9, 2006 10:31 AM | Link to this

Could be the best decision of his life. Now maybe he won’t end up like Cameron Smith. The kids doing what he has to do to succeed in life. Parkview’s just felling sour because they were rejected. Get over yourselves; by the way, when was your last title??????

By Brett

August 9, 2006 10:32 AM | Link to this

You want to know why he went to GAC…for the education. Here is a little known fact…Caleb has a very difficult time with the academics. Why do you think he was taking summer classes…so he wouldn’t get held back a year! It has already been mentioned that several major colleges, including Georgia, are shying away from him because of his grades. I guarantee you he is going to GAC to get a better education! The football programs at GAC and at the AA level are not going to hamper his ability to play the game. He just wants to ensure his getting in to a good school.

By Willie Riverdale

August 9, 2006 10:33 AM | Link to this

Ron, I applaude your insight & like you said, I think kids still have to pass tests inorder to go to college.

By Ed

August 9, 2006 10:36 AM | Link to this

Whether he is a star running back or not, he is a high school kid first and football is a game. Leave the kid alone and his family alone.

The the way the press and his so called “community” are treating him, he will surely get the heck out of Georgia when he finishes his Senior year. Maybe he will play for Tennessee, Florida or Auburn.

People who are giving this poor kid a hard time should be ashamed of themselves.

By Whoreeagle

August 9, 2006 10:37 AM | Link to this

Caleb King——future Auburn scholar.

By Dave

August 9, 2006 10:43 AM | Link to this

Did I here any complaints when he moved from Columbia to Parkview?

By BamaDeansList

August 9, 2006 10:44 AM | Link to this

Hay, I gradiated from GAC a cupple of yars ago. Its a fine scool. This King feller will most defintely up his grades. I no Coach Shula will love to have him.

By Milton

August 9, 2006 10:45 AM | Link to this

If Caleb reads this blog I’m sure his eyes have become open as to how people only care about what you can do to benefit them and their agenda. When your agenda differs, then you’re labeled as not being a team player and selfish. I personally don’t SHIVE A GIT where he attends school. If it matters to you where he attends, how he got there, who’s paying the tab, and now you berate and belittle the same one you used to cheer and rant and rave about, then you need to SHUT THE FUGG UP.

By Goud

August 9, 2006 10:47 AM | Link to this

He is only a knee injury away from joining the working force like the rest of us. He has a long way to go to see if he can cash in or not.

By Marcus

August 9, 2006 10:48 AM | Link to this

I wish the young man good luck. Parkview fans should not worry. Your coach will search the football fields of South Atlanta and find another running back. Stop crying Gwinnetians

By MAC

August 9, 2006 10:52 AM | Link to this

it seems like he’s preparing to go to South Bend and play for Charlie Weis……

By PARENT

August 9, 2006 10:54 AM | Link to this

It saddens me to know that we are so focused on this High School student decision to transfer. Regardless if he made this transition for academics or for better chances in the NFL he has that right. We should be glad for several reasons (1) He values his education (he is not a drop out, somewhere getting in trouble, selling drugs or using drugs etc… (2) If he does not make it with the NFL that he will still have his education to fall back on. One thing about alot of professional atheletes they are so focused on the money, they cannot even read the contract that they are signing. Also, to question who is paying for his education? How much are YOU sending to him to help pay for the private school? Hopefully, you’ll still have your tee time monies…. Get a life, ENCOURAGE the child. Caleb, I don’t know you but Good Luck, and May God continue to Bless you and your family.

By chap

August 9, 2006 10:57 AM | Link to this

Typical for todays youth!!!!! This is so typical for the values of the RAP generation. Get paid and get mine and the heck with anyone else!! This speaks volumes about the kids charter. It does not seen to matter to him that he is doing this at the eleveth hour and that Parkview has a least some of its offese planned around this kid. The fact that he can so easily turn his back on his teammates, coaches, and fans just speaks volumes about this kid. You can not excuse this by saying he is a kid. Of course this will not matter to the people who want him to play for their school next year, just win baby and it does not matter how!!! The sad state of college football. I recall at one time in the ACC that athletes had to score higher on the SAT than the non-athletes, just to get into school. That should be the prevailing system today.

By drew

August 9, 2006 11:03 AM | Link to this

Looks like Cecil go beat at his own game. He has been recruiting and brokered some shady transfers for many years. A little football karma just bit him right in his polyester coach’s shorts.

By Dave

August 9, 2006 11:05 AM | Link to this

Caleb, unlike most high school athletes, stayed ahead of his peers by going to school in the summer. How many high school kids can proudly say that they actually did something productive over the summer which involved their education? Everyone who thinks Caleb is dumb as a brick, how many of you took summer classes while in high school to stay ahead? How about your kids? Can you explain how attending GAC is bad? Let’s see, he’s in a better school academically, he’s growing in his Christian faith, and he’s playing football…which is what he loves to do. I don’t see anything stupid about his decision. IF football does not work out, he will still have his education and faith…something we Americans seem to have forgotten. This 17 year old kid should be praised for accomplishing great things as a TEENAGER. People who are disappointed apparently tried to live their lives vicariously through him. If he succeeds in football and makes the NFL, will all of you apologize and shake his hands or spit on his face and insist he still made a bad decision? If the latter, then there lies the future decision makers of this country. Good point. Also, Caleb is doing what he loves to do instead of writing in a blog site, whining about other people’s success while sulking in their failures and their kids’ failure of trying to make the next level. GO Caleb! Your future is bright!!!

By Jason

August 9, 2006 11:06 AM | Link to this

I just hope that colleges think hard before recruiting King. This is twice that he has switched high schools, and he may well do the same in college. Why would any university want to give him a scholarship to play football, just to have him jump ship to transfer to another school? Caleb, I really hope that all of the colleges think twice before offering you anything. You are a traitor, and you will be again.

By Kathleen

August 9, 2006 11:20 AM | Link to this

When will we be reading in the newspaper that a STAR STUDENT transferred to a private school?!

By kevin

August 9, 2006 11:21 AM | Link to this

it is only front page material because he is black. correct me if i am wrong, but this is america and if he wants to go to another school, he can. parkview is upset because they can’t make money off of him anymore!

By John

August 9, 2006 11:23 AM | Link to this

Phil 4:13

By spowell

August 9, 2006 11:24 AM | Link to this

It’s my understanding that GAC admissions is tough. I don’t understand how a student can get into GAC at this late date. GAC admissions starts back at the beginning of the year. I don’t think my child could get accepted so easily. Hmmm… Would GAC let a student in on athletics alone? Surely not!

By fla boy

August 9, 2006 11:25 AM | Link to this

you georgia people are so dumb. for all the ppl who dont know high school or college football…if your good your good and you would get recognized anywhere, no matter what school you go to. i guess thats the difference between ga and fla football. fla high shcool/college football is better anyway. UF owns the dawgs!

and for the ppl talking about its just high school football…please! obvisouly you dont love football so get outta here. high school, college, pros it doesnt matter, leave this blog for football lovers. UF owns the dawgs!

By goJohn

August 9, 2006 11:29 AM | Link to this

Philippians: 4:12-13 12 I know how to be humbled, and I know also how to abound. In everything and in all things I have learned the secret both to be filled and to be hungry, both to abound and to be in need.

13 I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me.

Case closed. Everyone, go home!

By J Daddy

August 9, 2006 11:46 AM | Link to this

Chad, thanks for the update on Preston Waters… i had not heard he was picked up by Rolling Rainbow. Your message was too funny! I do think King hurt his recruiting a little. Doesn’t show much loyalty by leaving his team. Another Maurice Clarett?

By 2N4YEARS

August 9, 2006 11:51 AM | Link to this

WHO CARES?

By By Double "D"

August 9, 2006 11:57 AM | Link to this

I’ve heard it all. Obviously the truth of the whole matter hasn’t come out. For this kid to leave his senior year tells me something is wrong at Parkview. Some are saying he’s transferring to improve his academics and build on his christian faith that’s good. Remember you either have it or you don’t! Transferring to another school will not improve bad study habits or your faith over night. It all sounds like some adult mess. So I say leave the kid out of it. I wish Caleb the best!

By LG

August 9, 2006 12:00 PM | Link to this

I find it funny that the press didn’t get a hold of this until now. A Parkview football booster was telling people that Caleb wasn’t coming back and that was in June.

By becky

August 9, 2006 12:01 PM | Link to this

To uga31, Caleb took summer classes to “catch up” not get ahead. He failed regular school and summer school. That was also the reason for the trip to Texas for school in order to keep eligibility. He is not 17, he is almost 19. You can check the GFL (Gwinnett County Football youth league) for that info. Herschel Walkers’ records were set in four years of high school, not five. As for Andre (big brother) as a positive influence, he was banned from GFL for life for fighting during a game with parents, coaches, and the refs on the field. Good role model?

By Randall

August 9, 2006 12:01 PM | Link to this

This smells and makes the kid & GAC look bad. Also, what’s this about Caleb spending the summer in Texas and taking summer school classes of some kind? Sounds like he’s just become a very high risk recruit.

By Ken

August 9, 2006 12:04 PM | Link to this

Caleb knows if he wants to play in the Geogia Dome this year he needs to move to another school.P V. does not have enough super stars even with the great coaching to win it all in AAAAA this year. Look for Caleb King to break the rushing record for the state, take GAC to AA title, and improve his SAT scores.I wish him luck!Sounds like a great senior year.

By CopPop

August 9, 2006 12:05 PM | Link to this

As the GAC coach first commmented, “Caleb who?”

By Randall

August 9, 2006 12:06 PM | Link to this

This smells and makes the kid & GAC look bad. Also, what’s this about Caleb spending the summer in Texas and taking summer school classes of some kind? Sounds like he’s just become a very high risk recruit.

By James

August 9, 2006 12:07 PM | Link to this

Sounds like an incredibly smart move to me!

By Marcus Hill

August 9, 2006 12:07 PM | Link to this

If Mr. King is indeed moving to G.A.C. to improve his academic standing while preparing for college, then i applaud him. But if this is just a move by all parties involved to better a football team, then shame on them. What kind of future are we preparing for our young student-athletes if we don’t emphasize “student” above all things. I pray that he never gets hurt and needs to fall back on what he accomplished in school. Only Mr. king knows the truth here. As far as attempting to break Herschal Walker’s high school single season rushing record, that record was broken in 2000 by Washington-Wilkes running back “Daccus Turman.” Turman’s rushing total for the year was 3,172 eclipsing Walker’s record of 3,167 yards. Good luck on your season Mr. King and ggoodluck on your season Parkview.

By Earl

August 9, 2006 12:08 PM | Link to this

I realize that High School football is a popular sport in Georgia. But the negative remarks made by some on this board have me shaking my head. So far this kid, and I emphasize kid has been called a traitor, dumb and stupid because his guardian has decided to move him to another program. Pretty sad stuff in my opinion. Why does his character and intellect even need to be questioned? If this is the best move for him and its what he needs to do, so he can ensure eligibility in college then I’m all for it. It obvious to me that many of the negative and over the top comments are from disgruntled Parkview students and parents, which leads me to believe that they don’t give a damn about him as a person, but only for what he does on the football field. I can guarantee they were not questioning how good of a student he was when he was chasing records for them last year.

By lisa

August 9, 2006 12:09 PM | Link to this

I’am so happy for CaleB and his family,it’s bring me joy to witness a family come together for sprirtual insight for there son!!!Football is not all to live for!!! I say where ever Caleb go he will do great!! for one simple fact he have a family who care about him as a person not a money making machine, they know God and want him to know him just as well.If we had more parents in our African American community who truly care about there kids well being our community might be a better place and you wouldn’t have the T.O’S who is hurting from within!!! Football haven’t heal him and it want heal him only spiritual insight from people who care for him not what he can do or how fast he can run but genuine loving people.

By Former PHS Football Player

August 9, 2006 12:09 PM | Link to this

I guess Parkview’s Touchdown Club just couldn’t match GAC’s offer. I guess Cecil will have to put King’s rent money to another good use. Isn’t it weird how these “studs” just keep moving into the Parkview district right before/during high school. All big name Metro-Atlanta Touchdown Clubs are crooked.

By Randall

August 9, 2006 12:18 PM | Link to this

HEY FLA BOY - Before you start calling Georgia people dumb, maybe you should have checked your spelling!!!

By Steve

August 9, 2006 12:23 PM | Link to this

man i fell asleep along time ago, is this blog STILL going on 2 days later???????????????

By Call me Earl

August 9, 2006 12:25 PM | Link to this

Good Luck Caleb List of Thoughts and Suggestions 1. If your grades are bad at Parkview, spend more time studying, get a tutor, concentrate on your education more instead of football. 2. Football is only providing an opportunity to give yourself a step above everyone else. 3. If you can’t handle Georgia High School education regardless of which school you go to is not good. What will you do when you get to Division 1? 5. Stay at Parkview, concentrate more on yours studies. Prove everyone you don’t give up when times get hard, and you’re not looking for the easy way out.

I truly hope you have a better advisor than your brother. Anyone that would let you transfer this late in the summer, really doesn’t care about you. They have a selfish intention. If you were really planning to leave announce that at the start of the Summer, so your coaches can prepare. This is a coward move by the family, not Caleb. He’s a child that needs better advice. If this is the beginning of his career,then we may not hear much about him in the future due to bad decision making by the family.

By Michael

August 9, 2006 12:32 PM | Link to this

Not sure if any one mentioned this before or not but I wonder how much Cecile Flowe’s drunken (oh it was my pain medicine) indecent at last years prom played into Cable’s family decision to enroll him at GAC. It obvious Flowe recruits & its also obvious those players who have the option to get out are leaving remember the younger Whitt brother moved to Texas over the summer to take Matthew Stafford’s place. (Now that’s pimping a kid! lol) Since I’m married to an educator I’ve heard some of the stuff that goes on with athletic departments in general so yea I can imagine Flowe pretty much gets what he wants & gets away with stuff others wouldn’t, see the prom indecent. All this leads me to my point something is going on with Flowe & his team, he looked around at other schools, then the prom thing happened, now his two prized recruits both transfer. Not trying to bash the man but something is going on, maybe it’s a mid life crisis or the pain meds are altering his personality. Maybe King’s family saw or knew something wasn’t right & wanted there kid in a better environment. They moved the kid once already to improve his college scholarship chances now that is assured he needs to ready to compete in the classroom as well. So why not move the kid to the best school possible that also teaches the Christianity they believe in. I can tell you this much I know educator’s that usually are staunch Public School supporters who say “our kids will go to GAC if they can get in”, now that tells you how good a school it is.

Kids move schools all the time looking for playing time or the spotlight, see the Grayson QB saga last year. He was from the Brookwood’s district moved into Grayson to be there QB & said as much to teammates. Then left Grayson thinking he’d enroll at Brookwood & be anointed there next QB lol they didn’t even let him on the team last year.

From the football perspective if King doesn’t become part of the team by doing what’s best for the team & having his teammates accept him it could be a long season. Just adding him won’t insure a championship, if they have that attitude they might not even make the playoffs. As far a Parkview goes I think they have enough talent left to still have a playoff season unless Flowe’s issues drag them down. Being a UGA fan talent wise I want King to be a Dawg but if he’s me 1st prmia donna then let him go somewhere else as long as it’s not in the south.

By George

August 9, 2006 12:32 PM | Link to this

If he really wants to go to GAC make him have to sit out a year before he can play which means he doesn’t play senior year. That may decrease his scholarship offers and make him wonder how good the transfer would be. But if he goes hope he hurts a knee and gets a good education. Which is the only reason her should be transfering

By Michael

August 9, 2006 12:32 PM | Link to this

Not sure if any one mentioned this before or not but I wonder how much Cecile Flowe’s drunken (oh it was my pain medicine) indecent at last years prom played into Cable’s family decision to enroll him at GAC. It obvious Flowe recruits & its also obvious those players who have the option to get out are leaving remember the younger Whitt brother moved to Texas over the summer to take Matthew Stafford’s place. (Now that’s pimping a kid! lol) Since I’m married to an educator I’ve heard some of the stuff that goes on with athletic departments in general so yea I can imagine Flowe pretty much gets what he wants & gets away with stuff others wouldn’t, see the prom indecent. All this leads me to my point something is going on with Flowe & his team, he looked around at other schools, then the prom thing happened, now his two prized recruits both transfer. Not trying to bash the man but something is going on, maybe it’s a mid life crisis or the pain meds are altering his personality. Maybe King’s family saw or knew something wasn’t right & wanted there kid in a better environment. They moved the kid once already to improve his college scholarship chances now that is assured he needs to ready to compete in the classroom as well. So why not move the kid to the best school possible that also teaches the Christianity they believe in. I can tell you this much I know educator’s that usually are staunch Public School supporters who say “our kids will go to GAC if they can get in”, now that tells you how good a school it is.

Kids move schools all the time looking for playing time or the spotlight, see the Grayson QB saga last year. He was from the Brookwood’s district moved into Grayson to be there QB & said as much to teammates. Then left Grayson thinking he’d enroll at Brookwood & be anointed there next QB lol they didn’t even let him on the team last year.

From the football perspective if King doesn’t become part of the team by doing what’s best for the team & having his teammates accept him it could be a long season. Just adding him won’t insure a championship, if they have that attitude they might not even make the playoffs. As far a Parkview goes I think they have enough talent left to still have a playoff season unless Flowe’s issues drag them down. Being a UGA fan talent wise I want King to be a Dawg but if he’s me 1st prmia donna then let him go somewhere else as long as it’s not in the south.

By RealNews

August 9, 2006 12:34 PM | Link to this

Aren’t we at war? Isn’t this an election year? Is the border secure? Hasn’t the price of crude skyrocketed? Are people dying due to hunger, floods, and other disasters? Am I raising my child right? Nah, none of this is important! Let’s talk about high school football! God bless us all.

By FootballFan

August 9, 2006 12:36 PM | Link to this

Wow…some of you people really need to get a grip. This is a high school kid who decided to attend another school. If you people who are making these negative comment about Caleb are Parkview fans, you need to find some more meaning in your life than a high school football team. Wish the kid well and go on about your day. Some of the comments on here are truly sad and embarrassing!!

By RealNews

August 9, 2006 12:41 PM | Link to this

Aren’t we at war? Isn’t this an election year? Is the border secure? Hasn’t the price of crude skyrocketed? Are people dying due to war, hunger, floods, and other disasters? Am I raising my child right? Nah, none of this is important! Let’s talk about high school football! God bless us all.

By Milton

August 9, 2006 12:45 PM | Link to this

What’s this BULL SHID about transferring this late? It’s not late, they were just allowed to start practicing in pads last week. He changed schools, he did it legally, and he owes you nothing. Get Over It.

By Q-Ball

August 9, 2006 12:49 PM | Link to this

The comments on this site about this issue is SICKING!!! You people need to stop the madness. I’ve watched Caleb King play football since he was 8 years old. Any body who watched this young man then knew he was and still is a TRUE football player. Caleb King could have gone to ANY school in the state and still be the star he is today. Parkview High school should thank him for choosing their school for 2 years and move on. Fathers, Coaches, Teachers and ANYONE else who is REALLY dedicated to raising young men should want the best for the young man. If his Brother (Andre) decideds that he want to do what’s best for HIS BROTHER, which one of you GUARDIANS would do different with their son. How can ANY of you question that. Parkview High School will be fine without Caleb King because somebody else will transfer their stud running back to the school. I know first hand how you MUST do what’s important for YOUR child. I have a son who plays Division 1A footabll and my wife and I had to make a REALLY HARD decision to transfer him to another school because WE felt that it was best for him…not the schools football team or Coaching staff…but him. If allowing Caleb to better prepare for life is what the King Family wants…God Bless them and I pray that GAC provides him with the tools that will help.

By DHD

August 9, 2006 12:52 PM | Link to this

This is news? AJC must be struggling.

By panther33

August 9, 2006 12:55 PM | Link to this

Hey dirty davis. I can tell you where I was when he was learning football. I was in Lilburn Lions Club Park where Caleb “learned” to play football in the GFL (Gwinnett Football League)from 8yr olds thru 8th grade. He did not “learn” to play in Dekalb he “learned” to play in Gwinnett where Andre his unlce was an offensive coordinator from day 1. Being involved in the Parkview cluster I have talked to Caleb and Andre as well, I hate that Caleb has left Parkview it will definately be a great loss but, the Panthers will be fine with the backs that they still have. Mohn, Bellavance, Jacobs, Rosser, I could go on. Question:How many state titles did Parkview win with Caleb as a starter? Answer: 0. I do wish Caleb the best of luck in the future he is a fine young man.

By Michael

August 9, 2006 01:02 PM | Link to this

I have seen a only a few posts on this, but, it needs to be reiterated. Times have changed in college athletics; you MUST have good grades to get in to a 4yr college. Does anyone know where Cameron Smith is? He is at a ‘junior’ college in Kansas. Cameron transferred to Brookwood amidst promises of improving the 2.6 gpa he attained at Meadowcreek. Parkview should have given the same attention to Caleb’s grades that they gave to his football performance. At GAC Caleb will have a ‘chance’ to get an education that only the wealthy can afford. However, make no mistake about it, if Caleb doesn’t get into a Division I, II, or III school he will have no one but himself to blame.

By Milton

August 9, 2006 01:02 PM | Link to this

I agree with Q-Ball. Go find yourself another STUD running back from Dekalb County. And that answers the question a female poster asked earlier “Maybe you could explain to me why so many younger Dekalb kids are coming over to Gwinnett to play football with us rednecks?”. The answer is simple, Who wouldn’t want to play in Gwinnett for a number of reasons. Your facilities are better, your schools have their own stadium, the economic base and budget that the booster have is astronomical, the exposure for the next level is better. Only a fool would say no to such an opportunity. Only a place like GAC who’s campus puts a lot of college campuses to shame could lure such an athlete. Looks like the King family took matters in their own hands and charted their own destiny rather than let someone else do it for them. It’s a good move for Caleb no matter how you slice it. Quite frankly he could sit the season out this year and still be highly sought after because he’s already proven he’s an athlete.

By Donald

August 9, 2006 01:08 PM | Link to this

I have heard that this young man did not pass the Georgia High School Graduation Test last year. I have also heard that students at GAC are not required to take the Georgia High School Graduation Test for graduation from that institution. Can we connect the dots?

By Captain Durp!

August 9, 2006 01:12 PM | Link to this

The coaching in Gwinnett and North Atlanta is superior to Dekalb County and many other urban Atlanta areas. Teams like Douglass and SWD should have been winning state championships every single year, but the kids were being coached by inferior men. That’s why guys like Caleb King can really shine at programs like Parkview.

By DUKE

August 9, 2006 01:14 PM | Link to this

WHO GIVES A RAT’S A%#, HIS A&% ISN’T MADE OF GOLD…GIVE ME A FRIGGIN BREAK……

By Mike Mertes

August 9, 2006 01:17 PM | Link to this

As a wise man once said. “To understand all, Follow the money.”

Mike

By Captain Durp!

August 9, 2006 01:19 PM | Link to this

How can you expect a kid to memorize an offensive playbook if he can’t pass the Georgia High School Graduation Test!?!?!? Does anyone here remember how easy that test was? If you can’t pass that test, you should be automatically signed up for infantry duty in the Reserves or something.

By Roger

August 9, 2006 01:21 PM | Link to this

The way I see it, many people on this blog could have used an education from a private school. Come on people, learn how to spell.

By lucky duck

August 9, 2006 01:21 PM | Link to this

Open letter to Caleb, Grab the brass ring while you can, and get a good education while you’re doing it. Speaking as someone whose been around a few years, I can tell you Parkview, UGA, (fill in the blanks here), will use you up and then spit you out after you are done satisfying their agenda. Use your GAC education as a springboard for an even better education at the college of your choice. Don’t end up like so many players who make it to the pros and make the millions, but don’t know how to manage their money, make bad financial decisions (or let someone else make the decisions), and end up broke in their later years, mainly because they were never educated as they were run through the football mills. Remember, as you grow older, you’re going to have to cut the Andre-Caleb apron string and start looking after your own best interests. GAC may be in your best interests now, but you’ve got to begin learning that sometimes even family may not have your best interests at heart.

By Rod

August 9, 2006 01:26 PM | Link to this

It’s about time Parkview got some of their own medicine. Parkview built its program by recruiting(stealing) other schools players. I guess this will make Coach flowe drink even more.

By Milton

August 9, 2006 01:31 PM | Link to this

Coaching in Dekalb and urban Atlanta is NOT INFERIOR compared to the Gwinnett Coaches. As a coach you play with the deck your given. Like I said before, in Gwinnett you have the facilities and tools at your disposal to push an athlete to his limits. On game day, you have your own stadium, with a dining hall. So you get all your players there feed and focused hours before the game starts. In Dekalb, you got to pray they don’t miss the bus after they make a stop at McDonalds. Also you have lights which allows you to keep the kids there longer or stagger their practice times. In Dekalb, it’s over when the sun goes down, there are no lights. The environment in Gwinnett is condusive to making a better player or at least pushing him to higher limits.

By Captain Durp!

August 9, 2006 01:36 PM | Link to this

A better player?!?!?! I don’t have the numbers in front of me, but I am 99% certain that Dekalb County has produced a whole lot more Division I-A players in the past 10 years than Gwinnett has…Douglass sent 4 players to Ohio State in 2000 and they still didn’t win the State Title. The only team worth its salt in Dekalb is Stephenson, and that’s because their coach is excellent.

By Confused

August 9, 2006 01:42 PM | Link to this

I am upset that our very own High School Association would continue to let “star” athletes play at four different high schools in four different years - let them go to school in another state to get credits and allow them to stay with whoever they want and call them family. And to think people are surprised about this one? Geez give me a break. The NCAA has better control - that says a lot right there - when the NCAA is BETTER than some other association.

By Gwinnett Sports Alumnus

August 9, 2006 01:53 PM | Link to this

Having grown up in a family of great Gwinnett county athletes, I have seen this sort of thing happen over and over again, both with public schools and private. They try to recruit the kids to go to their high school by getting their parents to move. They even have had psychiatrists write opinions that for the athletes mental health, he/she needs to attend another school. Parkview got this kid as a 10th grader from another public school, you think they didn’t recruit him. If you hire a mercenary, you get a mercenary’s loyalty. I am not at all surprised this happened. Just another day in the life of Gwinnett County sports.

By CEH

August 9, 2006 02:16 PM | Link to this

Good luck to the kid. However, it sounds as though the drop to the rankings of a GAC will help “pad” his stats as a Senior. And, it will certainly help GAC in their run for a state title.
3rd transfer for him in HS? Wonder why he transferred from Columbia to Parkview after his Freshman year? Parkview was hot at the time! Now, it’s GAC !! I believe it was last year when that QB from Chattahoochee HS transferred to Parkview. Boy, it really helped him, didn’t it. Parkview understands about transfers.

By War Eagle

August 9, 2006 02:18 PM | Link to this

Caleb going to GAC is not anything new in the Atlanta area or other locations of private schools. Example, during my tenure as a high school coach, we played Westminister for the Noth Georgia championship. Westminister had a fullback 6-2, 210 and a heckva football player. I was talking to coach before the game and I made a comment about offers this kid had and where he might go..I said” like to see him at Auburn” his answer ” he will probably go to Duke or North Carolina near his hometoen of Greensboro, NC” Hometown?? he was recruited.Baylor schools of Chattanooga provided many All- Conference and All American players to SEC schools, especially Georgia Tech with numerous All Americans down through the years.Its wide spread,so I think having his brother as a ‘volunteer coach” was the main reason for transfer.

By Robert

August 9, 2006 02:29 PM | Link to this

First, folks this is not all that important an issue. He’s a kid, But if we must address it:

Here we have an athlete who is gifted but must get his academic house in order. Parkview isn’t going to help him there. Nor have they ever clamed to have the resources or desire to.

GAC will. They, whether you like it or not, have the academic resources in teachers, class size and the where with all to do it.

Sure, the kid misses out by not playing within a dominant program. But, as everyone has noted, his D1 potential doesn’t suffer.

He gets what he wants. To qualify academically for D1 play while minimizing the possibility of not qualifying.

The logic makes sense.

By ELLE

August 9, 2006 02:35 PM | Link to this

@CEH: The QB from “Chattahoochee HS” was accepted into Harvard. I am not sure if that is where he went. Harvard is NOT the place to go if you want to make a career out of football or any other sport.

Whether the QB was very smart or not… I don’t know.

I do know that you can get a PERFECT SAT score, and that will NOT necessarily get you an acceptance into Harvard.

Of course “legacy” will get you a in… a million dollar endowment would also likely help.

By michael

August 9, 2006 02:44 PM | Link to this

I think he made a great decision. I graduated from GAC and becasue of great coaches and teachers i am doing D1 athletics. They teach a good balance of athletics and academics. They really care about the students. Whats wrong with listening to ur bro and ur family, thats what they are there for.

By GAC grad

August 9, 2006 02:44 PM | Link to this

I think he made a great decision. I graduated from GAC and becasue of great coaches and teachers i am doing D1 athletics. They teach a good balance of athletics and academics. They really care about the students. Whats wrong with listening to ur bro and ur family, thats what they are there for.

By GAC grad

August 9, 2006 02:45 PM | Link to this

I think he made a great decision. I graduated from GAC and becasue of great coaches and teachers i am doing D1 athletics. They teach a good balance of athletics and academics. They really care about the students. Whats wrong with listening to ur bro and ur family, thats what they are there for.

By Jenny

August 9, 2006 02:51 PM | Link to this

Years ago when my young son was showing early promise in athletics, my husband and I discussed moving into the Parkview/Brookwood or similar area when he entered high school. Had he continued to remain interested in and show exceptional ability in athletics, we would have been more than willing to do whatever we felt necessary to give our children the best opportunity to meet their full potential; no “recruiting” would have been necessary. As it turned out we moved our children first to another public district, and then ultimately to private school for academic reasons. Since my children are not “star” athletes there was no media coverage, however, the principal of their school did tell me that it was a shame such bright kids were leaving the district, because too many “high scoring standardized testers” going to private schools would ultimately hurt the districts test results. There is competition and politics not only in athletics and education, but throughout our society. As long as no rules were broken, and I am sure that knowing this would be such a high profile event, all i’s were dotted and t’s crossed, we should all be wishing this young man well. I am not so naive as to believe that “recruiting” does not occur, but you can not blame someone for taking advantage of opportunities that come their way, as long as it is done within required parameters. For those that think student athletes should not be allowed to change schools, you should be working toward changing the rules instead of attacking the character of those that choose to work the system to their best advantage. The problem there is how far do you go? Do you tell a parent they can’t move their child from a school with increasing violence or gang activity? Or what about a parent whose child is gifted in math whose school can not offer Advanced Placement classes?? In the end it is about the freedom we have to make personal choices for ourselves and our family. Sometimes we make good choices and sometimes not, but in the end we hold dear our right to make those choices. Caleb made a choice, it is his right, only hindsight will tell him whether the choice was right. I am sure he knew it would come with some fallout, and I for one applaud his courage in exercising his priviledge to choose!!

By ELLE

August 9, 2006 02:52 PM | Link to this

@Michael: Did you transfer in for your final year of high school? Or did you transfer during high school?

By ELLE

August 9, 2006 03:05 PM | Link to this

Jenny: You are ABSOLUTELY right. If Caleb were my son… I would want him to spend the final year, month, week, hour… in GAC if I thought it would make a difference academically.

Spiritually, he does not need GAC… there are churches, bibles, classes, and prayer that can assist in that area.

Not ALL athletes are scholar/athletes. At the end of the day, as long as he has the right to do so… it is HIS CHOICE!!!

I wish you THE VERY BEST Caleb! I would tell you no different if you were my son.

By impeich

August 9, 2006 03:09 PM | Link to this

i recall that one cameron smith “transferred” from meadowcreek to brookwood for his senior season after leading gwinnett in rushing as a junior and then finished 2nd last year as a senior to…junior caleb king. i think it is funny that parkview is getting some of what it has given out over the years (recruiting oh, i mean, transferring star players from other schools. imagine though what king will do against smaller schools compared to what he did against some of the largest schools in the state last year! i wish him luck! i look forward to watching his progress. if he went to summer school to become eligible to play then maybe he is looking at his schoolwork now so that he can qualify to play division 1 without having to go to juco? imagine what buford is thinking too!

By Cobby

August 9, 2006 03:12 PM | Link to this

Who the &%^*_cares?I say good riddance!

By Bob Jones U

August 9, 2006 03:21 PM | Link to this

Caleb - let me inform you of the fun at a private christian school (more drugs and a lot of cheating). With your fame, you should be able to date all the cheerleaders and the debate team. Just be careful you are 19 now, and the law defines that as rape with anything younger than 18…. Andre can take care of that though…he volunteered to be a coach ….with what kind of experience? xbox

By Dawert

August 9, 2006 03:21 PM | Link to this

Lets get to the real reason for the transfeer. Good sources say Caleb can’t pass the graduation tests mandated for public school graduates and not required at private schools. Thus the transfer.

By Mr Made in Miami

August 9, 2006 03:22 PM | Link to this

This isnt front page material but hey your paper deems it as so. why some on the blog are slamming the kid for making a decision that will affect he and his family is unbeknowest to me. Undoubtedly the same individuals dont look out for self in this world we live in , yeah right. None on this blog know whats best for the kid but he and his family. cant agree with the volunteer brother, but the young man has to weigh his best interests and being at Parrkviw may not have been in his best interest . The young man can attend GAC and improve his academic standing, doesnt have to worry about just being passed along cause hes the “MAN”. Transfers like this occur all the time where I’m from and its not even an issue, because the talent is abundant in the area, its enough to go around, even with top talent such as Caleb,stop hating. And for all u DAWGS out there hating, keep hating , well gladly take him at the U.

By TheDuchess

August 9, 2006 03:39 PM | Link to this

Kudos to Steve Skelton. I could give two flips about football (sorry) but I remember the scandal behind Jeff Witt only because my husband almost had a heart attack…how funny…the tables have turned on Parkview. I must admit, this is one of the longest blogs I’ve seen in AJC…and on a high school student to boot. LOL Message to the brother: Be careful not to try and live his life…no one knows what the future holds, but we know who holds the future. Best of luck to the family.

By Oh Well

August 9, 2006 03:42 PM | Link to this

It is still a free country as of the last time I checked. People transfer schools all over the country to put themselves in what they belive is a better postion to succeed. They move for academics as well as sports. As long as the rules are followed, people are free to do as they please and to try to interpret exactly why they made their decision is ludicrous. Caleb will be the one that lives with the outcome of his decision and no one else. Obviously Gwinnett still belives it is the football hotspot of Georgia but truthfully it is waning. Just ask Camden County.

By GwinnettStinks

August 9, 2006 03:54 PM | Link to this

Gwinnett Stinks with all the northern transplants and republicans

By Hadden Knough

August 9, 2006 03:54 PM | Link to this

I’ve been waiting all day to see if my life is going to be materially affected by where some kid choses to play high school football. So far I haven’t noticed any change one way or the other.

By thomas

August 9, 2006 04:00 PM | Link to this

Its not gonna hurt Parkview . They just move another kid in from Dekald co. Probably steal another player from Tucker. Cecil Flowe I really think u should share at least 2 of those championship tropys with Tucker.

By Harry

August 9, 2006 04:13 PM | Link to this

Yall are idiots…Who DOESNT care? This guy is the top running back in the COUNTRY…Yes it’s going to hurt parkview duh. Probebly the highest recruit parkview has ever had. Our run game is all we had…now its gone.

By gdawginkalamazoo

August 9, 2006 04:13 PM | Link to this

I want to know where Carter Strickland is and why he hasn’t written an article bashing this kid and GAC for trying to better the kid’s life. He wrote such a great upbeat negative article about Clifton Geathers and UGA. I just thought he might want to tear down another young man and school for doing the right thing.

By Bob

August 9, 2006 04:20 PM | Link to this

I’m sure he is a good football player, but colleges will certainly have to look at his loyalty to a program. I just hope he isn’t a Maurice Clarett.

By mark

August 9, 2006 04:41 PM | Link to this

Caleb King will not get a better education at GAC than at Parkview. He just will not be required the pass the Georgia High School Graduation Test. That may be an advantage for him. Smaller classes? Maybe, and maybe that would be good for him. Parkview cannot offer the spiritual side of education for him and that seems to be important for his big brother. In any event, Parkview is simply getting a taste of its own medicine. Witness what happened to Cameron Smith last year when he was successfully influenced to go to Brookwood. He got them to the state championship game, which they would not have done otherwise, but then he couldn’t qualify. Maybe Caleb’s brother used that as an example. GAC is in Gwinnett so we can still claim him as a county athlete! Best of luck to him.

By truedawg

August 9, 2006 04:58 PM | Link to this

I think it is hilarious…..i have never disliked a coach as much as cecil flowe because he whines more than any coach in georgia and I hope Brookwood beats them twice as bad as they did last year (and they beat them that bad (With Caleb King)…

By duke

August 9, 2006 05:00 PM | Link to this

ALL I HAVE TO SAY IS THANK GOD CYNTHIA MCKINNEY LOST……….THERE IS A GOD…

By Al

August 9, 2006 05:01 PM | Link to this

Really could care less. Parkview has been recruiting for years….Sooo, what’s new, just a little pay-back. I hope the Kid is successful at his new school.

By PC

August 9, 2006 05:13 PM | Link to this

Who cares….kids should be able to go to school wherever they want

By RFT

August 9, 2006 05:13 PM | Link to this

WHY CAN’T THIS BE CALEB AND HIS FAMILY’S BUSINESS. BETTER HIS OLDER BROTHER ADVISE HIM THAN THE STREETS ADVISE HIM. MY SON LEFT A LARGER REGION FOR A SMALLER REGION DURING HIS JUNIOR YEAR; THE MOVE PROVED TO BE GREAT. HE IS A BETTER, STUDENT, PERSON AND ATHLETE BECAUSE OF IT. GO CALEB. PEACE AND BLESSINGS TO YOU, YOUR NEW SCHOOL AND YOUR FAMILY!!!

By DeKalb County

August 9, 2006 05:14 PM | Link to this

This is an example of Parkview (Gwinnett County’s recruiting process) backfiring on them. I see that this kid was originally supposed to be at Columbia High in DeKalb.

By RFT

August 9, 2006 05:17 PM | Link to this

PS—-IF YOU AREN’T PAYING THE BILL THEN WHAT CONCERN IS IT OFY OURS HOW AND WHO IS PAYING IT?

By Iknowtoo

August 9, 2006 05:51 PM | Link to this

Do the private schools have to follow the same rules as the public schools as far as GHSA is concerned?

By crazy

August 9, 2006 05:58 PM | Link to this

First of all Becky get your info correct before you start blapping gossip and tiff please get on the parents I know them well and they would love to her about themselves by somebody that does not know them sparty pants.

By Objective

August 9, 2006 06:04 PM | Link to this

What I think is funny is how many of you jerks posted such hateful things from you WORK E-MAIL address and used your e-mail! So now we know how people at the doj and colquitt county schools spend their time on the government dollar. It’s sad that adults that actually should be doing other things come on here to bash a kid they don’t even know personally. Grow up! Work on your own lives!

By Tee

August 9, 2006 06:24 PM | Link to this

Please give the King’s a Break. This a great move for the kid. Personally he’s help Parkview all he could and its time for the kid to focus on preparing for college. GAC will help with that no matter what happens on the field this year. Plus Parkview needs to check its Head Coach because this is not the only college recruit that left the program this Summer remember Scottie. Lasted I love it and for Coach’s who Bad Mouth Kids who Produce for them to certain schools needs to lose something. So Good Luck Head Coach Flowe p.s stay out of School Proms and be careful what you say to certain schools about kids.

By Degrate

August 9, 2006 06:53 PM | Link to this

Caleb listen very carefully to what im about to say to you and not respond to the uneducated critics.You are given one chance at life,liberty,and the pursuit of happiness especially in sports.You are only as good as your last play.I was a 5AAAAA football up and coming star in Texas were high school football is a religion.My sophmore year I transfered to a 2AA private school and my old high school coach told me to my face that I would never amount to anything.I got a scholarship to go to the private school took an entrance exam passed and went on to graduate from there while still living in the hood.I choose to goto Liberty University on a full football scholarship renewed every year. Became a team captain, two-time all-american,1st team all-Virginia, broke the sack record and most importantly graduated with two college degrees one in government the other in psychology.I received a great christian experience from both schools that the hood wont provide.I had different shots to go pro before I was injured in NFL-Europe then again in rehab at HealthSouth Birmingham,Al that has been on going for 5years and 6 surgeries with a case still pending.The point is I may be out of pro football but i’m educated so i’m not out of the GAME!God is the only one you have to answer to and it seems he is pleased and leading you on a different but right path seize the moment and give him praise.

By BG

August 9, 2006 09:10 PM | Link to this

Last year it was Cameron Smith, now it is Caleb King. When is the AJC going to start printing stories that mean something?? What about the underachievers out there? or the players who attend class and get decent grades? Instead we read about players who can’t even qualify for college!!!!

By mac-d

August 9, 2006 09:20 PM | Link to this

JIMMY CHUPP- HAVE YOU REPENTED??? TELL YOUR BOYS IN COLLEGE THERES NO MONEY COMING.
I PLAYED BALL AND YOU NEVER TURN YOUR BACK ON YOUR TEAMMATES 2 WEEKS BEFORE THE SEASON STARTS.

CAN WE SAY ACL TEAR? BETTER PRAY- I AM!!!

By deliveries

August 9, 2006 09:24 PM | Link to this

To Chad who posted on 08/08/06 at 5:41PM! That was beautiful stuff!!! I laughed out loud and have emailed your comment to all of my football friends. You are very funny and obviously talented. Ever thought about writing for a living? Or maybe you are? Your comment completely put the whole situation into perspective. Don’t get me wrong, I LOVE sports, especially college football (GO DAWGS!) and I want to win as bad as the next guy! But isn’t the reason we go to college is to get an education first and foremost? If you happen to be a blue chipper in addition to being intelligent, than you are better off than most of your competition. I’ve torn my acl and what happens if you don’t get your education and you incur a career ending injury? I think Caleb King made the decision that was best for him at this time in his life. All you people who are disgusted with his choice to transfer need to concentrate on more important things! Yourselves!

By jjj

August 10, 2006 12:09 AM | Link to this

two things, first off he needs no help getting offers for football, he can go wherever he wants he is that good, he doesnt even have to play this year and he can still go wherever he wants, so the people that say he is dropping down to help him get more offers are stupid and dont know that they are talking about.

and two all those people up there who said they hope he blows out his knees or gets injured, you are a sick bunch of people, that is unacceptable

By RW

August 10, 2006 01:23 PM | Link to this

Please no whining! Parkview recruited Caleb from Columbia High after his freshman year and no one was whining then except for Columbia and Brookwood. Get over it and move on. Columbia did! What about the quaterback that transfered from Cobb County to Parkview. Yeah!

By Allan

August 11, 2006 09:20 AM | Link to this

I’m amazed how many people want to make this about their preconceptions and prejudices, without any basis or care for the specifics of this instance. I don’t know King, and don’t offer any insight into his motivations, but I’ve had kids at both Parkview and GAC. Both are good schools, academically and athletically. Neither school’s AD would allow recruiting. The truth is, there is no need anyway. GHSA rules call for a qualifying move to open eligibility, and these kid’s families figure out how to manipulate the rule and move into the district they want to play in.

As for the level of competition between AAAAA and AA, there’s no doubt that 5A is inherently deeper. Still, in sports where top 2A programs can play against 5A schools, they can be far more than simply competitive. In football, the disparity between 5A schools should demonstrate that greatness is not simply a matter of size. Suggestions that King playing a smaller classification’s schedule would limit his future are simply ignorant. Darius Walker? Dwight Howard?

Despite several comments about community coaches, this is business as usual, especially at smaller schools that cannot hope to have faculty cover all the sports. Rules for community coaches are covered by the state; they undergo light training and are not paid. There no more than a slight perk for King’s brother to have this standing with the GAC team.

Regarding King’s tuition, I can only offer this. My daughter transferred from Parkview to GAC for this school year, and received tuition assistance from the school. A fair to good student, she plays sports, but will certainly not be appearing in any sports page headlines. King may well receive similar financial assistance – in fact, I’d be willing to bet on it, although I also have some reason to think he may not. But while GAC may be as driven by competition as anyone else on the field, sports are not their driving motivation. These are the motivations that brought my daughter there, and it is misguided cynicism (and simply unfair) to attribute lower motives – to both King and GAC – simply because of his skill.

By MJF

August 14, 2006 03:43 PM | Link to this

White Atlanta Metro get over it Parkview recruits super negroes every year otherwise the program would be garbage in terms of state play-off competition, in addition you all would house a bunch of slow, privileged, two left feet white boys. This brother used you all in the manner in which he was used. Hell, why do you think Francouer (great white/french hope)chose baseball because he knew during his time he was superior against slow white boys but never had the success against Northside Warner Robins all black defensive number 2 in the country those years.(2 catches his JR. & Sr. year combined). Speed kills that’s why Parkview has had so much success because they recruit super negroes. It’s funny how WHITE METRO glorified this brother, young white girls having thoughts/fantasies that would turn their household up-side down. Now he’s a thug, dummy and a nigga…by the way Caleb was a honor student and scored over 1000 on the s.a.t according to rivals. Let’s see how Parkview does without the super negroe, I guarantee Warner Robins, my home town by the way punishes them in the opener….p.s happy hunting on finding the next super negroe….ONE more thing WHITE ATLANTA METRO, I suggest hide all the bottles of JAck,Crown and Seagrams b/c the slave master may really lose it this year, I’m sure the prom will be a treat this year…

By gac student

August 14, 2006 06:39 PM | Link to this

BOTTOM LINE the people who comment on here amaze me. caleb is just a kid, theres no need for anyone to say he’s not very bright or that he’s selfish. why would you make comments like that? he has feelings. and he shouldnt have to carry the burden anyone but his own, he isnt responsible for upholding the parkview football program. dont you think this has to be hard for him too. having parkview ppl turn against him, going to a new school senior year, and being hounded about his decision to leave parkview by news reporters. give the kid a break