Jay Spearman Thread

[AmonRa777]

Gamecocks First Offer For Greenwood ATH

By Phil Kornblut
On Recruiting
Published: April 25, 2007

Clemson defensive coordinator Vic Koenning visited Greenwood High School Tuesday to talk with coach Shell Dula about ATH Jay Spearman (6-1 205) and TE Jordan Gary (6-3 250). "Clemson is very interested but has not made an official offer to to Spearman," Dula said. "South Carolina has offered. Virginia Tech, Mike O'Cain really likes him. A lot of people are recruiting him as an athlete but I think he's going to have a heck of a chance as a quarterback. He attended the Jerry Nettles camp. I think he's going to play quarterback. I think he's still wide open. I think he wants to see what people say." Spearman attended the Nike camp at Georgia last weekend. He also has visited USC and Clemson. He is also getting interest from Duke, Appalachian State and North Carolina. Last season Spearman rushed for 1111 yards and 17 touchdowns and passed for 1108 yards and 7 scores

[Indiana Gamecock]

I did not see this posted yet, but rivals is reporting that Greenwood ATH Jay Spearman has commited to USC.

[gotrice?]

Hell yea thats awesome! Welcome to the gamecocks Mr. Spearman!

[gotrice?]

By the way 6-1 190 with a 4.4 40 is very good. I very good versitile player for us to land.

[Indiana Gamecock]

Also very intelligent. He has a 3.9 GPA.

[Gucci Mane]

He runs a 4.36 40, 1000 yrds rushing, 1000 passing, with a 3.9 gpa........ An athlete who is extremely smart

[poke]

This is GREAT news!

[mjmiller]

Sounds like another good pick up at the receiver position.

[AmonRa777]

Gamecocks Pick Up Third Commitment

By Phil Kornblut
On Recruiting
Published: May 15, 2007

Greenwood ATH Jay Spearman (6-1 205) said Tuesday night he has committed to USC. He made his pledge to Gamecock recruiter Brad Lawing Monday night. "I've been a Gamecock fan all of my life," Spearman said. "It's a great school. It's a great team overall and a great staff. They recruited me as an athlete and I'll play either defensive back or receiver. Spearman also drew strong interest from Clemson, Virginia Tech, Duke, Georgia, North Carolina and Appalachian State. USC is his only offer. Playing quarterback last season, Spearman rushed for 1111 yards and 17 touchdowns and passed for 1108 yards and 7 scores. He's the third commitment for USC's 2008 class and is the nephew of former USC offensive lineman Andray Spearman.

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Folks this is a fine young man and one of the very best athletes in the state...He has blazing speed and awesome excelleration....I think he is a wr or a big corner...But he is an awesome athlete....

[egnarts]

Good news is always welcome and let me add my welcome to Mr. Spearman

[TStone]

FWIW, high GPAs indicate good work ethic more than they indicate intellegence. Still a positive though.

[AmonRa777]

FWIW, high GPAs indicate good work ethic more than they indicate intellegence. Still a positive though.

Why would you say that?? I know Jay and his family...He is a very intelligent young of high moral character...He will do our program proud...

[MACXIMVS]

great welcome aboard

[paynemd2]

numbers look great excited to have him

[USCMusicMan]

I wonder what spot we are looking for him to play....He looks like he'll do go running the ball...S, TE, WR, RB?

[McLovin]

Why would you say that?? I know Jay and his family...He is a very intelligent young of high moral character...He will do our program proud...

I think he means that the high gpa denotes hard work ethic, which is more applicable to football than book smarts are. (smarts are still good too though)

[BABonzo]

Living under a rock sucks! Who were the other two commitments?

[smtrgmcock]

Living under a rock sucks! Who were the other two commitments?

LB Shaq Wilson of Florida, and JUCO DL Jariel King of Georgia Millitray Acandemy who is expected to have a 5 star rating.

[poke]

Jarriel King & Shaq Wilson

[BABonzo]

Good to know. Thanks.

[CoverTwo]

Jeremy Davis is a commit..so technically we have 4.

[CockADoodalDoom]

Welcome aboard Mr. Sprearman!

[USC67]

Welcome aboard!!

[FoghornLeghornCock]

Welcome aboard I always like getting those who really want to be Gamcocks it always helps us to get some who help us raise our GPA.

[Gaichon]

Sounds like a solid young man. Outstanding! We need all those we can get.

[Gamecockfanatic4]

Jeremy Davis is a commit..so technically we have 4.
I read he's going to JuCo though

[AmonRa777]

I read he's going to JuCo though

Jeremy Davis is already in JUCO!!! He enterred Prep School in 2006

[atrain3067]

Welcome Mr. Spearman. Good numbers on and off the field. Quality Student-Athlete

[big cock fan]

yea he had the fastest time at the combine, he has all the attributes to be a stud!!!

[Cockholio]

I just watched his 3 highlight videos on rivals and he looks like he could be excellent at tailback or slot receiver. He reminds me of Cory Boyd, but faster. Watching his video's, I couldn't believe he was just a junior leading his team to the state title. I can only imagine what he'll be capable of after a year at our training table and weight room. I'm really glad that he's a lifelong Gamecock at heart. What an outstanding addition to the program this kid will be.

[Gamecockfanatic4]

I just watched his 3 highlight videos on rivals and he looks like he could be excellent at tailback or slot receiver. He reminds me of Cory Boyd, but faster. Watching his video's, I couldn't believe he was just a junior leading his team to the state title. I can only imagine what he'll be capable of after a year at our training table and weight room. I'm really glad that he's a lifelong Gamecock at heart. What an outstanding addition to the program this kid will be.
So like a Percy Harvin maybe?

[Cockholio]

So like a Percy Harvin maybe?

Yes, but bigger in stature. Jay's got some serious moves to go along with his speed.

[Digicock]

WELCOME TO THE ROOST, CONGRATS ON EARNING A SCHOLLY (ONLY A FEW GET THAT CHANCE) MAY YOUR FUTURE BE BRIGHT AS YOU GROW , MATURE AND DEFEAT THOSE PLACED BEFORE YOU. GO GAMECOCKS!!!!!!!!

[lawdog100]

FWIW, high GPAs indicate good work ethic more than they indicate intellegence. Still a positive though.

It indicates good work ethic AND intelligence. If you don't have the smarts, all the work ethic in the world won't get you a 3.9 GPA.

[cas68]

It is great to see the matriculation of nephews into the carolina family. andray was a good player for us

[FinchMcCrunkNasty]

i see gamecockcentral.com raving about this kid and how he could be the #1 player in the state for south carolina - is their any truth to this, and if so, what would make him the #1 player in the state? what are his abilities/weaknesses??
:puke:

[big cock fan]

They were saying that he is going to be the highest rated guy at the athlete position not the number 1 guy in the state. It seems he might be one of the highest rated athletes in the country too. He ran a 4.36 and 4.38 times in the forty at the state combine which was best in the state and also boasted a 41 inch vertical, which is crazy. He is going to be able to play multiple positions. I cant wait to see what this kid can do.

[FinchMcCrunkNasty]

well what do you think his "star" status will be? rivals doesn't even have him listed as one of the "top 100 to watch." how many schools have offered this kid? i just can't see why we aren't getting more hyped up about this kid if he is going to be one of the best athletes in the nation!!!

[CoverTwo]

I'm thinking strong 3, low 4?

[Gamecock History]

i just can't see why we aren't getting more hyped up about this kid if he is going to be one of the best athletes in the nation!!!

Because he will not be playing college football for another year and a half maybe.

[FinchMcCrunkNasty]

yea tru that

[bhusc2002]

Because he will not be playing college football for another year and a half maybe.
neither will AJ Green, but i can guarantee you if he was committed to us we would be going ape sh!t. not comparing this guy to AJ cause ive never seen spearman play, but you get what i'm saying.

[Cockholio]

well what do you think his "star" status will be? rivals doesn't even have him listed as one of the "top 100 to watch." how many schools have offered this kid? i just can't see why we aren't getting more hyped up about this kid if he is going to be one of the best athletes in the nation!!!

If you looked at his profile on Rivals, did yo happen to check out the 3 highlight videos? If not, check them out. I'd be willing to bet that after you do, you will come back to this thread yourself and agree that he is at minimum a 3 star, but potentially a 4 star before his Senior season is over. He qb'd his team to the state championship this past year as a junior, and was also a major part of the running game. He's going to be a good one.

[gamecockfandrew]

I've seen Spearman play. Let me just say this, the kind of offense that Coach Dula has run the past 1/2 decade requires the quarterback to be the main guy period. The same goes with Zerrick Mathews (Marshall cornerback) and Armontie Edwards (App. State quarterback) -both played QB at GHS-. Dula would run everything thinkable out of the pro set, and the coaches would expect a great play by the qb everytime the ball was snapped. I doubt this Spearman will make an impact early, but if he can understand the offense and get his cuts down, he will be fine. I don't see him playing CB, but i didn't think Zerrick would play that position in college either.

[CockyStevo]

I'm really excited about this guy, hes a very strong in-state recruit, the coaches want him and he definitely wants to be with us. http://sports.yahoo.com/ncaaf/news?slug=rivals-126262&prov=rivals&type=story_recruiting

Its about time some in-state talent wants to stay in-state!

[scleatherneck]

He is about 6-1 205. He has played QB at greenwood HS and led them to the State Championship this past year. He will most likely be a WR at USC.

[woffordbball33]

There are highlight videos of Jay on Youtube for those who would like to check him out

[FinchMcCrunkNasty]

thanks you guys - i watched the youtube vids - the kid looks like he has a quick release and a cannon for an arm - do you think spurrier has learned from newton and might actually be thinking of putting spearman in the rotation at quarterback?? maybe a RB, WR, QB package like newton just to mix things up a little bit???

[CoverTwo]

He will start off at safety, but could see time at wideout.

I love the fact that Spurrier likes to put former qb's at wideout..it really adds a versatility to our playbook.

[gotrice?]

The reason people aren't as high on him as they maybe should be is because he isn't going to be playing QB in college. That being said he is getting no experience catching the ball or covering so he will probably be a project player with great upside. That being said his physical ability alone merits high 3 star or low 4 star.

[FinchMcCrunkNasty]

appreciate it fellas - but what do yall think of spurrier learning from the newton experiment and keeping a few scrambling QB's on the roster just in case he wants to mix it up - b/c obiviously this kid has a cannon and a very quick release

[gotrice?]

appreciate it fellas - but what do yall think of spurrier learning from the newton experiment and keeping a few scrambling QB's on the roster just in case he wants to mix it up - b/c obiviously this kid has a cannon and a very quick release

No I think a 6-1 player with 4.36 speed is just alot of talent and if he is coached up could dominate at CB, S, or WR.

[FinchMcCrunkNasty]

alrighty then - you sold me

[Gaichon]

I say Spearman's a 4-star when his ink drys on his LOI. This is exactly the type of kid the HBC wants...an athlete that can be put where we need him and where he can be "coached up." Throw in that he's an in-state prospect and apparently has a good head on his shoulder and he has everything we could want.

[FinchMcCrunkNasty]

sounds like a winner to me

[Cockadoo]

Jay Spearman
ATH | 6'1" 190

Hometown: Greenwood, SC
School: Greenwood High School
Region: South
http://espn.go.com/i/teamlogos/ncaa/sml/trans/2579.gif School: South Carolina
Status: Verbal

Grade: 77

Considered: 1-South Carolina , 2-Clemson , 3-Georgia , 4-Virginia Tech , 5-North Carolina

Evaluation: Spearman in the right offense and with much needed improvement as a passer could actually remain at quarterback in college, but his overall athleticism will lead to a likely move to wide receiver. He has adequate-to-good size and a thick, strong build with the frame to bulk up even more. He is clearly a better runner than he is a passer and, for the most part, is a running back under center. He shows explosive initial burst to escape the rush and is at his best when on the move and creating plays with his legs. He is most effective in the shotgun running the read-option and when he is on the perimeter. Shows excellent change-of-direction skills and the vision and lateral mobility to cut back against the grain once he breaks through the line. Despite being a taller athlete, he runs low and does a nice job of protecting his frame and not taking shots. Spearman is more explosive and quick than he is fast, and while he can make people miss and provide some big plays, he may not be that long-field, home-run threat at the college level as much as he is in high school. He has adequate-to-good speed with good burst off the plant, but you don't see much of a second gear in space. Overall, Spearman is an instinctive runner and shifty in space, which gives him some big-play capability. Needs to make the move to his full-time college position before we will see how well he performs.

Notes: Nephew of former South Carolina offensive lineman Andray Spearman. 2006: Played quarterback. Threw for 1,108 yards and seven touchdowns... Rushed for 1,111 yards and 17 touchdowns...

[FinchMcCrunkNasty]

good little tidbit - i'm really high on this kid - you guys have made me see the light

[ra742002]

sounds like a DB to me!!

[gotrice?]

sounds like a DB to me!!

Same here. I think he has the physical ability to be a 6'1 CB with true 4.4 speed and that is extremely rare. He is extremely rough around the edges and will probably need to be redshirted but he can become a very good player for us.

[ra742002]

glad I'm not the only one. He sounds like he could be a CB or a Safety. His vision and QB experience would help at the FS position.

[CoverTwo]

He will be a safety to start off.

Wouldnt be surprised to see him play both sides of the ball though.

[gamecockfandrew]

No way in hell he plays QB at USC.

[Spurd&Fthrd]

Sounds like a description of Syvelle Newton.

[Roosterboy]

Definetely will keep an eye on him this season. Being in Anderson I know they will play Hanna sometime later this year, definetely will go to it to see how Spearman does.

[thelob]

Spearman: I'm a versatile athlete

DUAL THREAT: USC commit likened to Newton, Jenkins

Consistency has been a common theme that South Carolina head coach Steve Spurrier has been preaching since arriving in Columbia.
Improving on both sides of the ball on the field and building a competitive team through recruiting off the field are the keys to winning an SEC championship, Spurrier says.
If it's consistency that USC is looking for, Spurrier didn't look very far down the road to find a player who fits that mold in Greenwood's Jay Spearman.
Spearman - a 6-foot-0, 187-pound quarterback who plays his high school ball about 80 miles from Williams-Brice Stadium - has verbally committed to the Gamecocks.
http://www.goupstate.com/article/20070911/NEWS/709110304/-1/LIFE

[LeeSC]

Are they projecting him as a CB or WR?

I love to see guys like Syvelle and McKinley who can catch and throw the ball. Defenses always have to watch for them chucking the ball down the field on a sweep or double pass.

[KCSuge]

Article in Spartanburg-Herald

Consistency has been a common theme that South Carolina head coach Steve Spurrier has been preaching since arriving in Columbia.
Improving on both sides of the ball on the field and building a competitive team through recruiting off the field are the keys to winning an SEC championship, Spurrier says.
If it's consistency that USC is looking for, Spurrier didn't look very far down the road to find a player who fits that mold in Greenwood's Jay Spearman.
Spearman - a 6-foot-0, 187-pound quarterback who plays his high school ball about 80 miles from Williams-Brice Stadium - has verbally committed to the Gamecocks.
Recruiting services have likened him to former Gamecock quarterbacks Syvelle Newton and Corey Jenkins.
"I'm a versatile athlete," Spearman said. "I try to see the whole field, but I use acceleration and speed as my strengths."
Last season, Spearman rushed and passed for more than 2,200 yards and accounted for 24 touchdowns, while leading the Eagles to a 4A Division II state championship. But, Greenwood head coach Shell Dula says it was his 4.4 speed in the 40-yard dash that did the bulk of the damage.
"Last year, he was a much better runner than thrower," Dula said. "He's worked tremendously hard to be a better thrower, but his strength is still running the football."
Spearman is following suit of previous Greenwood quarterbacks, including Armanti Edwards (Appalachian State), Sam Williams (Middle Tennessee State), and Mark Logan (Georgia Tech) as the sixth consecutive Eagle to play Division I football. However, the three-star prospect according to Rivals.com, is being recruited as an athlete by USC.
"Their thoughts right now are to probably play him in the secondary or wide receiver," Dula said. "He could also be a punt returner."
"It really doesn't matter to me what I play," Spearman said. "I just like playing the game of football."
Spearman says he has not set any official visits to date and says his commitment to USC is solid. He was recruited by Gamecocks defensive line coach Brad Lawing, but said he was also contacted by Clemson, Georgia, Tennessee, N.C. State and North Carolina.
Spearman says he couldn't be happier to follow in the path of his uncle, Andre Spearman, who played at USC in the late 1990s.
"I liked the staff up there. It's a nice place to be around," Spearman said. "That's where I wanted to go overall."

I'm looking forward to seeing what he brings to the table when he gets to Columbia. He sounds confident and I'll take 4.4 speed any day of the week.

[gvegas07]

i think he will be big time for us. i like to see him at reciever.

here are some pics of him in action
http://www.indexjournal.com/shared-content/gallery/?galleryid=2&gallery_page=0&album_page=0&albumid=15&mediaid=390

[CockySpurrier85]

good find.

[FinchMcCrunkNasty]

points

[Cheeze]

A few more Photos from Friday night!!


http://www.indexjournal.com/content/gallery/gallery_2/album_34/midsize_photo46fdef4328e6b506544111.jpg

http://www.indexjournal.com/content/gallery/gallery_2/album_34/midsize_photo46fdef444cb9b045046138.jpg
http://www.indexjournal.com/content/gallery/gallery_2/album_34/midsize_photo46fdef3dc2f59084404896.jpg

[gvegas07]

Jay Spearman broke a bone in his wrist. Could possibly see him playing some defense instead of QB. I like to see him play some D, since we are recruiting him for DB/WR

http://www.indexjournal.com/articles/2007/10/18/sports/sports02.txt
This article kinds of hints at it but its manly for a kid who is replaceing him. I know this kid and he is an athelete, hopefully he can replace spearman and become a big time prospect.

[gotrice?]

Him playing DB is what would probably increase his rating if he could play it well.

[Rooster3233]

Get well Jay. Glad we got him, he sounds like a great kid.

[Brinkley_Bulldozer52]

Good luck Jay, become a freak defender so you can jump to a 5* star :thumbsup:

[Ga_Gamecock]

prob a blessing in disguise for him

[wrencock88]

i dont know the greenwood qb's name but i heard he would be going to usc any truth to this?

[YouCanNeverTell]

Jay Spearman is coming to USC. He will probably be a DB at USC.

[wrencock88]

alright thanks

[stiffmiester]

sorry dont have a link because it just happened... but he blake mitchell and a few others were on hand today... im guessing to talk to jay... thats all i no for now though...

[gamecockfandrew]

Sweet. If anyone has anymore news, please post.

[blaze]

OK i don't want to sound like an ignoramus, but who is jay?

[garnetchicken]

wr jay spearman

[stiffmiester]

spearman ATH 3 star... from greenwood highschool...

[ConwayGamecock]

spearman ATH 3 star... from greenwood highschool...

Hasn't Spearman already committed to USC?

[Rice Rice Baby]

^ yea he has

[CoverTwo]

I heard he was also there talking to junior WR Byron Best.

[YouCanNeverTell]

Greenwood put some talent on the field this year. They had a really strong defense. They have a few guys on D who may or may not get a D1 offer but will continue to play ball on some level. They also have a some good looking younger guys that I wouldn't mind seeing coach get in good with.

[foezopen]

wr jay spearman

Jay is QB at Greenwood...but we recruited him as an ATH!!!

[Rooster3233]

Great to see SOS taking care of already commited in-state guys. Great news!

[Will4144]

WR/DB Jay Spearman... he will play one of those positions.

He was there to see some underclassmen from what I understand.. including, but not limited to WR Byron Best, as CoverTwo said.

[CockRoche]

I'm surprised current members of the football team can go on recruiting trips.

[Will4144]

I'm surprised current members of the football team can go on recruiting trips.

Same here.

[Cocky2001]

I'm surprised current members of the football team can go on recruiting trips.

Shhh!!!! Prank post...prank post!

:rotfl:

[RbrewDawg]

you know the last 4 or 5 QB's from Greenwood have went to play college ball at a significant school and done well. Amanti Edwards from App State is one

[gamecockfandrew]

I believe SOS was there to talk to Spearman about his early enrollment. Byron Best is a monster. Spurrier might have been talking to that DE as well: Jordin Gary.

[willy]

wr jay spearman



Sounds real good. Get some details as soon as possible.

[uscfan1]

i thought spearman was recruited as an athlete and looked at as a safety

[gamecockfandrew]

^ I don't think he is big enough to play safety. He'll probably end up being like a Kenny McKinley IMHO.

[BornNRaised]

Nah....Spearman is about 6-1/6-2 and I would guess he is 210+...he's a big guy...trust me...I was in weightlifting class with him my senior year while he was a sophmore...spearman=beast...he'll be bigger than cook...and he's just about as fast if not faster than E.C.

[Cheeze]

Yeah, he is faster than E.C.

[CockRoche]

Is he as mean as EC?

[Will4144]

Is he as mean as EC?

That's not possible. He's human.

[GeathersFan]

:rotfl: :rotfl: :lol: :lol: That's not possible. He's human.

[usc1]

Ok so I was watching college football live and they were talking about how great Armanti Edwards is and a thought came across my mind.

Has anyone gone to see both Edwards and Spearman, in person play at Greenwood high? How would you compare them to each other? Who do you think was better?

I'd love to see Jay turn out to be a special player like Armanti. On paper, both are very similar:

They run sub 4.5 forties.
They were both QB's
Both around the same physical statureI know we got some greenwoodians on this board so speak up fellas.

:thumbsup:

[CaptainCrunch]

the thing about armanti is that if he were at USC, we would probably have him playing safety or corner

[Will4144]

Armanti Edwards is electric at USC, but as Captain stated, he'd be a DB or WR here. We wouldn't have even given him a chance to become one of the most exciting QB's to watch in college football.

Jay Spearman wasn't as eletric as Edwards in high school, but projects to be a better WR/DB than Edwards did. Strange, huh?

[gamecockfandrew]

I think Spearman will be a good CB. I played baseball with Money when I was 12, and he is a lot different than Jay IMHO.

[spartcock77]

I agree that if Edwards would have come here he would have probably never taken a snap under center, which would have been a shame, so his decision to go to app. state is getting him a lot more recognition than he would have gotten here. And if we are talking about athletes playing qb, maybe we should look at Hillary because his highlights are very impressive.

[Will4144]

Four players for App St threw passes this year. Three are from South Carolina.

One is Aramis' former teammate, Armanti Edwards. One is Aramis' older brother, CoCo.

[BornNRaised]

Me and Money graduated together and me and spearman were in weightlifting together....Money is 6'1 160...very fragile looking guy on the field but will make you pay with his versatility and manueverability (he makes ya miss...a lot) Spearman is just a beast...6'1 possibly 6'2 210+ he can lift like it's nobody's business....and he is just a natural on the field...Jay won a championship while Edwards wasn't so lucky....but after our senior year they split up 4A into two divisions...putting Byrnes and Dorman (a lot of former Big16 teams) out of our league making it a whole lot easier for our side...If Money had that chance we would be 3 peating at Greenwood High too

[usc90grad]

Edwards will need to beef up if he wants to play at the next level.

[gamecockfandrew]

Four players for App St threw passes this year. Three are from South Carolina.

One is Aramis' former teammate, Armanti Edwards. One is Aramis' older brother, CoCo.

I don't think they went to school together. Strom Thurmond and Greenwood High School.

[BigDaddyCock18]

I met this kid one time and he is a true blazer and has always wanted to play for Carolina and this was back in April. Quality kid.




:woo:

[willy]

I met this kid one time and he is a true blazer and has always wanted to play for Carolina and this was back in April. Quality kid.




:woo:


Come on over to USC we will be happy to have you.

[usc1]

Come on over to USC we will be happy to have you.

Jay Spearman has already committed.

[willy]

Jay Spearman has already committed.



Great news.

[ConwayGamecock]

Great news.

and we're happy to have him......

[Will4144]

I don't think they went to school together. Strom Thurmond and Greenwood High School.

Sorry, I meant Spearman's former teammate.