Jamal Womble Thread

[g4m3c4ck]

May 31, 2007

USC Offers Arizona Back (http://www.goupstate.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070531/PSPORTS02/70531011/-1/PSPORTS)

By Phil Kornblut
RB Jamal Womble (5-11 220) of Sierra Vista, AZ was offered Thursday by USC. "They said a written offer would be coming soon," Womble said of the verbal offer presented by running backs coach Robert Gillespie. "He had just watched my film before he called me and I know they are really interested." Womble grew up in Teachey, NC before moving to Arizona two years ago and said most of his family still lives in the South. That will influence his decision. "I would like my family to see me play football," he said. Womble plans to make unofficial visits in July to USC, North Carolina, Duke and NC State. Womble said his offer list includes USC, Oregon State, Nebraska, Wisconsin, Purdue, Arizona State, Illinois, Indiana, Duke, Central Florida, Army, Navy and Utah. Womble plans to make his decision after hi season.



Wow. He has some impressive offers. He must be a baller.

[gamecockfandrew]

1223 yds rushing - 200 yds receiving in 2006.
14 rushing tds in 2006

Running back
Sierra Vista (AZ) Buena HS
Ht: 5-foot-11
Wt: 217 lbs
Forty: 4.41 secs
Bench max: 370 pounds
Squat max: 515 pounds
Vertical: 34 inches
GPA: 3.0
Class: 2008 (High School)

http://southcarolina.rivals.com/viewprospect.asp?pr_key=56185&sport=1

[MACXIMVS]

good to get the west coast looking this way

[gamecockfandrew]

That 4 star kid from georgia looks good too. Over 2400 yards last year rushing with 29 td's, but he might be in some small league. I'm telling you, USC needs to get a hold of Simpson Miller from Chesterfield. That kid is quick as hell. The rivals' 40 time is wrong. He runs easily under a 4.5.

[poke]

Mr.Womble has some mighty impressive measurables. Great speed at that weight if the weight is accurate. Great strength as well... especially in his legs... 515 pound squat!!!!!

Wow!

[gotrice?]

Definately an impressive physical specimen. He would be a very good power back for us. I'm not sure who I would prefer him or the GA RB. Both seem like studs. The UGA RB has productivity while this guy is just a flat out beast.

[willy]

Sounds real good. Now lets get him.

[Spurd&Fthrd]

Sounds like a cannon ball with legs. Hope he signs, then we could do the Cannon Ball Run every saturday.
:football:

[uscsweig]

How many running backs do you think we will sign this year? I'd say 2.

[gotrice?]

Probably 2 just because Davis and Wallace will be seniors next year. I wouldn't be surprised if its only 1 if Spurrier has alot of faith in both Baker and Maddox though.

[gamecockgainesville]

if we can get harper i think will only take one..............with all the w.r. weve offerd i have i feeling we could take up to 3 to 4

[doccock]

He's listed at 5'11" and 220, so that means he's probably 5'9" and 190.
doc

[kda]

USC told Womble that we would shut down our RB recruiting if he commits to us. He is set to visit in Nov. Would love to land this kid with his size and speed. Says he favors USC and Nebraska and has a 3.0 core GPA and a 1560 SAT.

[big cock fan]

where did you see/hear this? Thats awsome, i hope we can land this kid it would be huge. Having him and BM back there would be crazy!!!

[big cock fan]

ok nevermind i just saw it on scout, i hope we can land this kid.

[Gamecocks4ever]

Here's the whole article. It was free.

http://story.scout.com/a.z?s=184&p=2&c=653101

[horseshoefootball]

is that 1560 a new SAT score or an old one?

Because damn...a 1560 is impressive. I got a 1550 on the old one, which means I missed two questions and didn't answer one.

1560 would equate to only missing two on the entire test.

I hope that is the old SAT score...b/c if so...

nice...

[smtrgmcock]

That's got to be on the new scale. I doubt someone with a 3.0 GPA would score 1560 out of 1600 possible points on the SAT.

[garnet812]

It's the new one. I don't even think you have the option of taking the old one anymore.

[SpuR48]

That's got to be on the new scale. I doubt someone with a 3.0 GPA would score 1560 out of 1600 possible points on the SAT.

It's possible, because I did well on my SAT but had a pretty crappy GPA...

(I hated homework... lol)

Either way, good read and I hope to get him. Now that FB season is getting closer I'm trying to get caught up on recruiting. (What else is there 'til August?)

:lol:

[TStone]

That's got to be on the new scale. I doubt someone with a 3.0 GPA would score 1560 out of 1600 possible points on the SAT.

It's possible. Out of a class of 300 I barely finished in the top 3rd from a GPA standpoint, but the only person in my class who scored higher than me on the SAT was my class valedictorian. I also got As on all of my tests (all Honors & AP classes), I played football, was in ROTC, was the sports editor for the school yearbook & newspaper and worked 30 hours a week. Despite my GPA I was awarded a Palmetto Fellow scholarship because of my SAT scores and extra-curricular activities. I simply didn't burden myself with inane and obviously unnecessary busy-work (homework) and some teachers docked me for it because that's all they understood.

[gotrice?]

Is it just me or is Womble a great name? But seriously unless we had 2 great backs throw themselves at us we were probably only going to go with 1 back so telling him that is just something to say to make ourselves look better. Considering we will have probably have very large OL and LB classes this year I'm not sure how much room we would have for multiple RBs especially after landing both Maddox and Baker last year.

[Juice4Bruce]

I would expect that we would atleast sign 1..you need RB's every year simply b/c they are so injury prone. Secondly..I dont know if yall knew this or not...and if you did I dont want to insult you..but for those who didnt..a core gpa is i think just your math, english, science, and history..nothing else like PE, photography, music, or anything like that. This kid very well may have more like a 3.7/8 gpa but his harder classes he has B's in. I see hard work-ethic when I see good grades like that so I definately want him to be the rb we sign.

[GoValpo]

i guess there is no such thing as the taking the new or old SAT, you simply take the SAT with the new writing portion and it is worth 800 points for a total of 2400 points but only some colleges are considering the writing portion as of now when looking at applicants so most people will just tell you their 1600 score

but.....1560 out of 1600? im thinkin that was 2400, no offense to him

[Gamecocks4ever]

June 21, 2007

Womble Schedules USC Official Visit

By Phil Kornblut
RB Jamal Womble (5-11 221) of Sierra Vista, AZ has scheduled an official visit to USC for the weekend of November 24th when the Gamecocks take on Clemson at Williams-Brice Stadium. That will be his second visit to see the Gamecocks. He will make an unofficial visit to Columbia in mid July. "They said if I commit, I would be the only running back they take," Womble said of the Gamecocks' interest in him. "Coach Gillespie said I'm their number one guy." Womble also has scheduled an official visit to Nebraska for September 16th. Among his other offers are Oregon State, Wisconsin, Arizona State, Illinois and Indiana. He has camped at Arizona and will camp at Notre Dame Monday. Womble grew up in North Carolina before moving to Arizona. He will make unofficial visits to North Carolina, Duke, NC State and Wake Forest while visiting with family back in his home state in July.
http://www.goupstate.com/article/20070621/PSPORTS02/70621017/-1/PSPORTS

[gamecockfandrew]

Good article. Here is a little more from http://www.gamecockcentral.com:

http://vmedia.rivals.com/IMAGES/Camper/PHOTO/JAMALWOMBLE07N9150.JPG

Running back
Sierra Vista (AZ) Buena

Ht: 5-foot-10
Wt: 216 lbs
Forty: 4.41 secs
Bench max: 370 pounds
Squat max: 515 pounds
Vertical: 34 inches
GPA: 3.0
Class: 2008 (High School)

2006 Rushing: 187 Attempts for 1,223 yards and 14 TD's; 200 yards receiving.

http://southcarolina.rivals.com/viewprospect.asp?pr_key=56185&sport=1

[willy]

June 21, 2007

Womble Schedules USC Official Visit

By Phil Kornblut
RB Jamal Womble (5-11 221) of Sierra Vista, AZ has scheduled an official visit to USC for the weekend of November 24th when the Gamecocks take on Clemson at Williams-Brice Stadium. That will be his second visit to see the Gamecocks. He will make an unofficial visit to Columbia in mid July. "They said if I commit, I would be the only running back they take," Womble said of the Gamecocks' interest in him. "Coach Gillespie said I'm their number one guy." Womble also has scheduled an official visit to Nebraska for September 16th. Among his other offers are Oregon State, Wisconsin, Arizona State, Illinois and Indiana. He has camped at Arizona and will camp at Notre Dame Monday. Womble grew up in North Carolina before moving to Arizona. He will make unofficial visits to North Carolina, Duke, NC State and Wake Forest while visiting with family back in his home state in July.
http://www.goupstate.com/article/20070621/PSPORTS02/70621017/-1/PSPORTS



What are our chances with him ?

[Gamecocks4ever]

What are our chances with him ?We have a very good chance. Our coaches told him if commits we will stop recruiting rb's for the year. Our coaches have him at the top of the board. So I think that will help us. His leaders right now are us and Nebraska.

[willy]

We have a very good chance. Our coaches told him if commits we will stop recruiting rb's for the year. Our coaches have him at the top of the board. So I think that will help us. His leaders right now are us and Nebraska.



Thanks a lot my friend.

[atrain3067]

I thought Jamie Harper was at the top of our board?

[Six Stars]

I thought Jamie Harper was at the top of our board?

If Jamie Harper goes anywhere in South Carolina it will be Clemson I believe. But he is most likely going to FSU.

[atrain3067]

Thanks Six, I just thought that Harper had Carolina on his mind. He looked to be really explosive.

[goodjam]

Have a look at the following link

http://ssfootball.rivals.com/content...ble&CID=677021 (http://ssfootball.rivals.com/content.asp?highlight=womble&CID=677021)

[doccock]

good to get the west coast looking this way

The great american southwest is certainly west of SC, but it is in no way the west coast.
doc

[willy]

The great american southwest is certainly west of SC, but it is in no way the west coast.
doc



No not at all.

[d20636]

...lived in NC and Ga, now in Sierra Vista Az - not that it matters but I wonder if he's a military brat - wonder if Dad or Mom retired at Ft Huachuca... Hope we get him - sounds like a back we can use.

[USCMusicMan]

...lived in NC and Ga, now in Sierra Vista Az - not that it matters but I wonder if he's a military brat - wonder if Dad or Mom retired at Ft Huachuca... Hope we get him - sounds like a back we can use.

Is it me, or does this guy seem similiar to Baker? I don't know much on him, but it seems so just from the little information I got.

[OVPcock]

The great american southwest is certainly west of SC, but it is in no way the west coast.
doc

Hell, give Los Angeles another major earthquake and Arizona might BE on the West Coast. Might be looking at Arizona Bay. Learn to swim

[NYGamecock]

sounds like a strong and hard nose runner the likes of Boyd and Maddox. Another back to wear down defenses and keep the chains moving. Still waiting for one of those burners with break away TD speed like Spiller, bush, etc

[COCKED and LOADED]

Running back
Sierra Vista (AZ) Buena

Ht: 5-foot-10
Wt: 216 lbs
Forty: 4.41 secs
Bench max: 370 pounds
Squat max: 515 pounds
Vertical: 34 inches
GPA: 3.0
Class: 2008 (High School)

2006 Rushing: 187 Attempts for 1,223 yards and 14 TD's; 200 yards receiving.


Just the thought of trying to tackle him hurts.

[kokocock]

notre dame is really big on him so that automatically makes him my #1 want. hate the domers so i would love to pull him away.

[willy]

notre dame is really big on him so that automatically makes him my #1 want. hate the domers so i would love to pull him away.



Whenever Notre Dame wants someone that automaticly makes him very good in my opinion.

[kda]

I just hope the whole issue with Brandon Davis does not come back and bite us in the ass if Womble goes elsewhere.

[atrain3067]

I just hope the whole issue with Brandon Davis does not come back and bite us in the ass if Womble goes elsewhere.

That's been my worry since this situation unfolded. If Womble decides to go elsewhere and waits too long to make that decision, who will be left on the board at the RB position? Will Brandon Davis be there? Will others that we want/wanted still be there? That's my worry.

[kokocock]

he's not coming to visit until the clemson game right?...that's a long time to expect Davis to wait

[USCFAN05]

yea that is along time away and i dont want brandon davis to go elsewhere if womble doesnt gave us a commintment soon or when football season starts

[poke]

He comes for an unofficial next month and I bet we press him to commit then so we do not get in this potential bind... don't know anything special, just think that would be logical.

Also, this kid is a very strong runner. His films show him dragging kids behind him towards the goal line as they try to tackle him and stop him. He makes me think of the "Bus" actually, but faster. When he gets a head of steam behind him he is a load to bring down. If we get him we could have the most punnishing backfield in the SEC from a physicality standpoint. Then, with he and BMad throw in Baker, Wallace, Jared Cook & Culliver in some Harvin type formations, etc. and it would get nasty and fast!

[happygilmore527]

Womble Set For Trip East

By Phil Kornblut
RB Jamal Womble (5-11 221) of Sierra Vista, AZ will make a trip to the East Coast later this month including a stop at USC, and he's bringing a friend with him. Womble will visit USC July 16th or 17th and will be joined on the visit by teammate Jake Muasau (6-1 212) who plays linebacker, defensive back and receiver. "South Carolina is interested in him and is trying to get some film, and he's interested in South Carolina," Womble said. Womble will begin his trip with stops on Tobacco Road...North Carolina, NC State, Wake Forest and Duke. LSU has been coming on with him of late and could offer soon. But Womble remains firm with his top two teams right now. "South Carolina and Nebraska are still at the top, a little bit above the rest," he said. "I want to be comfortable with the surroundings. I have to like my position coach. With Nebraska and South Carolina I feel like I will have a pretty good relationship with the position coach at both."

[willy]

Womble Set For Trip East

By Phil Kornblut
RB Jamal Womble (5-11 221) of Sierra Vista, AZ will make a trip to the East Coast later this month including a stop at USC, and he's bringing a friend with him. Womble will visit USC July 16th or 17th and will be joined on the visit by teammate Jake Muasau (6-1 212) who plays linebacker, defensive back and receiver. "South Carolina is interested in him and is trying to get some film, and he's interested in South Carolina," Womble said. Womble will begin his trip with stops on Tobacco Road...North Carolina, NC State, Wake Forest and Duke. LSU has been coming on with him of late and could offer soon. But Womble remains firm with his top two teams right now. "South Carolina and Nebraska are still at the top, a little bit above the rest," he said. "I want to be comfortable with the surroundings. I have to like my position coach. With Nebraska and South Carolina I feel like I will have a pretty good relationship with the position coach at both."



That sounds real good for us.

[Sabu1]

Womble is our #1 target at RB.

[donbgamecock]

Let's rumble with Womble.

Go Cocks!

[smtrgmcock]

One factor that should play to our advantage is depth. Nebraska's '07 class included 3 running backs, all rated 3 stars or higher. They also allready have a 3 star running back for the '08 class. We, on the other hand, just have Brian Maddox and Eric Baker from the '07 class, and no one for the '08 class. Womble needs to consider the prospects of getting playing time being 1 of 5 running backs with just a year between.

[Six Stars]

There is reason to be really, really optimistic about landing Womble.

[Cigaro]

If he really is a powerback, this could be very fun. Spread em out and make defenses put in extra corners, then give him the ball and let him run them over.

[BigGeorge]

C'mon Jamal, come to Cola and be a part of something very special!!!!!!

[blaze]

There is reason to be really, really optimistic about landing Womble.

OH Yeah!!! Now I am optimistic

[MauldinCock87]

There is reason to be really, really optimistic about landing Womble.

gah, youre such a tease, haha

any way i can have ur number so when im havin a bad day i can call u and u can give me some positive insight on recruiting to make me feel better?

[atrain3067]

'Nother thread on this, but just thought I'd add to this one: Brandon Davis to UCF this morning.

[Brinkley_Bulldozer52]

I believe Womble commits on his unofficial visit

[Rice Rice Baby]

^ lets hope so

[roosterrizk1]

Jamie Harper is still a posibility - more so than some think.

[garnet812]

Hopefully his friend is good enough to offer (sounds like he has the size to play in the SEC), I imagine if we did that we'd land Womble.

[JAYBEZ]

I believe Womble commits on his unofficial visit

Can that even happen? I didn't think they had a lot of contact with the coaches during unofficial visits.

[knockusc]

yes, it could absolutely happen. the main thing about unofficials is that they are paid for out of the recruits own pockets. they can still meet with coaches and everything like that. fingers crossed on this. would help take the sting out of baker not making it in.

[kokocock]

Nebraska just signed another running back out of Arizona. That makes two for this year...this can't hurt us with Womble for sure since he was favoring us and them!!!

[ConwayGamecock]

I'm hearing that the Womble visit today went well for the Gamecocks......

[COCKDIESEL]

Womble: USC Visit "Best I've Had"

By Matt Long
RB Jamal Womble of Sierra Vista, AZ was at USC today for an unofficial visit, and said that he enjoyed it. "We took a tour of the campus and the athletic facilities, we met Coach Spurrier, and Coach Gillespie was with us the whole time," Womble said, "It was the best college tour I've had so far. I loved the academics, the coaches, the weight room, I loved it." Womble was at Wake Forest on Sunday for a camp in the morning, and toured the campus that afternoon. "It was a great visit," Womble said, "I didn't expect it be as good as it was. It was a nice surprise." Womble will be at Duke on Friday and UNC on Saturday to wrap up his summer visits. He has already scheduled an official visit back to South Carolina for its game against Clemson on November 24. He will also make an OV to Nebraska on September 16. "I haven't cut out any schools yet," Womble said, "But South Carolina's definitely moving to the top." Womble also has offers from Oregon St, Wisconsin, Purdue, Arizona State, Illinois, Indiana, Duke, Central Florida, Nevada, Army, and Utah, among others.

[Cigaro]

Man if Womble read this thread, Im pretty sure he'd commit to us. Man I hope we land him and Deion Walker. If we get those two, even an average rest of the class would be good for me(except for maybe one or two good linebackers).

[Axman99]

If anyone has a rivals or scout memembership, I was wondering if u could post what the sites said about Womble's unofficial. Rivals teaser thing said that he was blown away and that only one thing could have made the trip perfect. If u can somehow post a link or tell me what the article said, I'd appreciate it. Thanks.

[kyzmax]

How can we hold off on other rb's, waiting for Womble.

[brat]

You can always get a RB, but not often do you get one with the talent of Mr. Womble. With our limited number of scholarships to give out, it is worth waiting for him to decide. His opportunity is knocking, all he need do is answer and take advantage of it.

[CockyStevo]

Man, we're going to have some sick running backs! BM busting it out next year (if not this year), plus everyone but Boyd back and hopefully Womble? And with our O-line gelling, watch out SEC! And the poor little ACC's should just try to reschedule now, Clemson and NC don't stand a chance!

[Nassau Gamecock]

I hope Jamal makes the right choice to come to Carolina. I can hear the announcer now - after a 15 yd gain - "That's another Womble wamble for 15, Womble's weally wamblin' today!"
:lol:

[big cock fan]

if we have a breakout year in the begining i think we will see a lot of kids jump on ship a lot earlier then we expected. But if womble hasnt committed to us yet then the clemson game will just be icing on the cake.

[Humpdog444]

Make you shake it shake it, make it Womble Womble.....

[donbgamecock]

If he enjoyed his visit this time, wait till he visits and gets to enjoy an October day.....and the thrill of kicking CU's ass in WB.

Go Cocks.

[FinchMcCrunkNasty]

he sounds like he really enjoyed the visit - isn't he only a 3 star?? i know he has been pretty hyped on rivals and whatnot - seems to me like his skills and hype would easily put him at 4star level

[ConwayGamecock]

he sounds like he really enjoyed the visit - isn't he only a 3 star?? i know he has been pretty hyped on rivals and whatnot - seems to me like his skills and hype would easily put him at 4star level

for whatever the reasons, our coaches are very high on him. To tell him that if he commits to us, then he'll be the only RB we take for '08, and to hold off on accepting commits from other RB's, speaks volumes. They obviously like what they see in him....

[goodjam]

Let me let the board know that as of right now USC is Jamal's top choice.
I deal with the family on a daily basis on their recruitment, setting visits etc.
After speaking with father right after visit & a follow-up with Coach Gillip it's going to be hard for another program to top USC.
With that said the family wants to finish up their Carolina's tour with DUKE today and North Carolina on Sat before returning to AZ
Hit me via email if anyone wants future information on updates
jeffery.johnson@patchlink.com or anjdvds@aol.com

[BigRedCock]

goodjam.....what about his teammate Jake Muasau? Any news on him? I'm just thinking that our chances of landing JW would increase even more if Jake liked USC as well

[Cigaro]

he sounds like he really enjoyed the visit - isn't he only a 3 star?? i know he has been pretty hyped on rivals and whatnot - seems to me like his skills and hype would easily put him at 4star level

While ratings help us who dont watch recruits every game get a feel of how good they are, and are good for some smack talk, they really can mean nothing. Im would trust Spurrier & Crew's evalution of him more than rivals.com or scout.com.

[kokocock]

goodjam, i've followed your post on a notre shame website...if they offered, would we still lead comfortably?

[NastyNash]

are we going to steal a recurit from noter damn

[willy]

are we going to steal a recurit from noter damn



It would appear that way.

[NastyNash]

what is the basketball team doing these day's did they ever go over sea's with any games and how is our recruiting going

[MauldinCock87]

what is the basketball team doing these day's did they ever go over sea's with any games and how is our recruiting going

son, this is a thread on a football recruit. but fyi, basketball recruiting was pretty good last year. we had a top 20 class according to scout

[MauldinCock87]

are we going to steal a recurit from noter damn

no, they havent even offered him. ND usually doesnt waste its time on 3*s

[kokocock]

anyone got the update on his trip from chappel hell

[roosterrizk1]

Evidently loved it. Now has them along with us and Nebraska as High Interest. Whatever. If he wants to play football for a basketball school in front of a helf empty stadium, then so be it. I say we REALLY need to start focusing on other backs. I see this one going to February. I think it is very important for us to get a early commit from a RB. I know we have Brian but he is only one and all of our other backs are upper classmen. With Baker going to Prep you just never know how that will shake out. Anyone ever thought we might be better off RS Bobby Wallace? If I am not mistaken he still has his RS left.

[Gamecockfanatic4]

Evidently loved it. Now has them along with us and Nebraska as High Interest. Whatever. If he wants to play football for a basketball school in front of a helf empty stadium, then so be it. I say we REALLY need to start focusing on other backs. I see this one going to February. I think it is very important for us to get a early commit from a RB. I know we have Brian but he is only one and all of our other backs are upper classmen. With Baker going to Prep you just never know how that will shake out. Anyone ever thought we might be better off RS Bobby Wallace? If I am not mistaken he still has his RS left.
Nebraska a Basketball school? since when

[kokocock]

i'm pretty sure he was talking about unc

[goodjam]

Sorry for the delay and getting everyone an update..
As of right now here's his order as I know it.
I just recieved an inquiry call from another program from the East coast about his status, so you may see a few more offers come in.
USC
UNC
Nebraska
Wisconsin
Wake Forest

To be honest it's really a race between the top 2 Carolina teams
If Notre Dam offered & Jamal/family had a chance to visit the campus and such they would be in the top 5

Jamal's father is military and may be shipped off to the war before the end of the year.
If that happens the mother and lil sister will more then likely move back to the NC area where the mothers from.

So add that to the combination of good football, chance to play early and you have him in your area.

Now they would like to be able to wait and have him take the visit experience just to finalize things, because this is really going to be a family decision more then anaything.

I know schools that are only taking one back this year can't afford to wait
& would love the early commitment, so it something falls thruogh with a program I thin khe will be ok.
They understand the programs point of view and can't/won't be upset if they have to go with a different RB because of timing.

[blaze]

goodjam,

let him know that Gamecocknation would be excited to have him, many of us have already been to war, so prayers with his family.

decisions of this magnitude are important, so let him know that we, as fans, will be patient.

[donbgamecock]

Besides a great football state, SC is also a great military state. Navy, Army, Air Force and Coast Guard bases throughout the State. Plus, a military academy - The Citadel.

I would love to see him here just because I know he comes from our military family. Also, being a military brat is not the easiest way of life for teenagers so you know he has good qualities.

Go Cocks!

[happygilmore527]

Thanks for the update. Sounds like a well rounded family and it wouldn't hurt to have a quality individual in our camp.

[goodjam]

FYI - Maryland just called me about Jamal

[kokocock]

i'm pretty sure this guys ratings will at least be a 4 * when its all said and done with all the offers he's getting...that being said, i hope we grab him and move on because i don't want to miss out on other great backs if they want to get on

[kokocock]

i'm pretty sure this guys ratings will at least be a 4 * when its all said and done with all the offers he's getting...that being said, i hope we grab him and move on because i don't want to miss out on other great backs if they want to get on

thx goodjam...keep us posted

[AZBaller]

I have seen this kid play and I am telling you he will be a recruiting steal for whoever picks him up. Big, strong, fast with some football smarts to go with it. His best friend Muasau a big WR was also looking at SC. Don't know how that has panned out so far but he already has an offer fron Nebraska. I hope we get this kid. We could become a smash mouth ball team with him and Mattocks back there. I doubt he would leave AZ before he graduates as he is also a member of their outstanding basketball team.

[Trooperdel]

Allen Wallace, the editor of Superprep, on Scout, has an intereview with him today. Jamal is obviously being well coached in saying the right things about all of his favorites.

My take is, based on what he is saying and his focus, is that Nebraska may lead slightly over us and UNC.

[FinchMcCrunkNasty]

he reminds me of maddox - and i really want him to come here, maybe we can get him a card or bake him a cake or something? is that against ncaa regulations??? maybe we can get tressel to be our recruiting guy for a day and buy the kid a hummer and give him a few 100$ handshakes???

[blaze]

Allen Wallace, the editor of Superprep, on Scout, has an intereview with him today. Jamal is obviously being well coached in saying the right things about all of his favorites.

My take is, based on what he is saying and his focus, is that Nebraska may lead slightly over us and UNC.

Trooper, you are generally accurate, so I hope that we are able to pick it up a little better.

Good jam, let Mr Womble know that we are excited about him coming here. He may like something about Nebraska, but he may forget what that something is when he experiences a winter there, that blowing cold is very cold.

[Trooperdel]

I think the fact that he is attending our Clemson game will bode well for us. It is our biggest rivalry game and the last offcicial visit he will make.

He is visiting Nebraska for the Southern Cal game which could get ugly. That was always my regret with some of Coach Holtz's big recruting weekends. He used to bring the big names in for a Tennessee or Florida game in which we would get plastered. I always thought it did more damage than good.

[FinchMcCrunkNasty]

-Sorry if posted but i couldn't find it


Official Plans
http://media.scout.com/Media/Image/39/394718.jpg

By Allen Wallace (http://javascript<b></b>:location.href='http://search.scout.com/a.z?s=184&p=4&c=1&search=1&sskey=%22' + escape('Allen Wallace') + '%22&sssiteid=184';)
National Recruiting Editor
Posted Jul 30, 2007

Jamal Womble attended camps at North Carolina, Wake Forest and Arizona during the summer and his first official visit will be to Nebraska on September 14 - the weekend of the USC game. "I like the offense and the coaches at Nebraska a lot," he said. "They have really turned it around and are a great team. I love their tradition and history and that they are a well-respected program..."


Jamal Womble (http://southcarolina.scout.com/a.z?s=184&p=8&c=1&nid=2618396), the 5-foot-10.5, 215-pound three-star running back from Buena High School in Sierra Vista, Ariz., has already scheduled official visits to South Carolina (http://southcarolina.scout.com/), Nebraska (http://nebraska.scout.com/) and Wisconsin (http://wisconsin.scout.com/), and plans to set one up with North Carolina (http://northcarolina.scout.com/) shortly.

Womble has approximately 20 scholarship offers and denies a favorite amongst the four he plans to visit. "I'm going to commit after I take my four visits," Womble said. "I want to make sure I see it all. I want to compare everything and just see what the best for me is."

He attended camps at North Carolina, Wake Forest (http://wakeforest.scout.com/) and Arizona (http://arizona.scout.com/) during the summer and his first official visit will be to Nebraska on September 14 - the weekend of the USC game. "I like the offense and the coaches at Nebraska a lot," he said. "They have really turned it around and are a great team. I love their tradition and history and that they are a well-respected program."

Womble, ranked No. 55 in the Southwest by Scout.com, then visits Wisconsin on November 10 (Michigan (http://michigan.scout.com/) game). "I love their tradition too," he said. "They are short-handed at running back and really need more. I think I could fill the void well and get a chance to play early."

On November 24, Womble will visit South Carolina when Clemson (http://clemson.scout.com/) is in town for what may be his final official visit. "It's a great area and lot of fun," Womble said. "I like coach Steve Spurrier (http://southcarolina.scout.com/a.z?s=184&p=8&c=1&nid=1636368) and he said they really like me. He's a very excited and passionate guy and just seems anxious for the season to start. They said that I'd be a good all-purpose back for them."

Womble says that North Carolina is recruiting him the hardest. "I like coach Butch Davis and it's a great place," he said. "They have a beautiful campus and I think that they'll be improving a lot under coach Davis. I get handwritten letters from like five of their coaches and they even write my parents.

"I also have family all over North Carolina and am pretty familiar with the area."

He reports a 3.0 core GPA and a 1560 SAT.


Linkage: http://southcarolina.scout.com/2/662948.html

[gamecockfandrew]

Good find. Thanks for the information. I think us having the last visit will help tremendously.

[FinchMcCrunkNasty]

no doubt it will! hopefully our record and a clampson ass stomping will help us too b/c i think he is going to be a 4 star (atleast!) by then

[Gamecocks4ever]

July 31, 2007

Womble Cuts Down The List

By Phil Kornblut
RB Jamal Womble (5-11 221) of Sierra Vista, AZ has cut his list to a final nine and has settled on four of his official visits. Womble said the surviving schools are USC, North Carolina, Maryland, Nebraska, Wisconsin, Oregon State, Arizona State, Illinois and Purdue. There is no favorite though he added that "North Carolina is recruiting me real hard right now." Womble said he talks regularly with USC recruiter Robert Gillespie who texted him Monday to get his e-mail address since recruiters can no longer send text messages as of August 1st. Womble has scheduled official visits with Nebraska September 16th, Wisconsin November 10th and USC November 24th. He also will take an official visit to North Carolina. USC also is interested in Womble's teammate, DB/WR Jake Muasau (6-1 215) and plans to look at more film of him. Muasau has an offer from Nebraska according to Womble.
http://www.goupstate.com/article/20070731/PSPORTS02/70731006/-1/PSPORTS

[goodjam]

Well I can official say that Jamal will not be visiting Nebraska, since they just recieved a committment from Jonas Gray.
Look for an official visit to probably be set up with Purdue

[Rice Rice Baby]

not visiting nebraska will help alot!

[blaze]

Well I can official say that Jamal will not be visiting Nebraska, since they just recieved a committment from Jonas Gray.
Look for an official visit to probably be set up with Purdue

goodjam, what i know about the midwest, it is probably better anyway, it gets very cold.

tell him we are looking for him to come here.

[mjmiller]

If he doesn't visit Nebraska, I think he is ours.

[kda]

I know a lot of people are saying that UNC is a trap game for us, but if we can go out and kick the s#%t out of the tarholes, then Womble has gotta take notice of that.

[Cigaro]

I know a lot of people are saying that UNC is a trap game for us, but if we can go out and kick the s#%t out of the tarholes, then Womble has gotta take notice of that.

If by trap game you mean were gonna get looking past them and to a tougher opponent, which could end up with an upset, I dont really think that'll happen. Spurrier's already talked about making a North vs South rivalry, and I know a lot of the players and fans personally want to beat the Tarholes.

It would do great for our chances of getting him if we beat UNC and Clemson.

[CockyDemon13]

If we start up a rivalry with UNC that will gives us three real rivals..... clemtech, JAWJA, and the orangeballers from up north.

[happygilmore527]

Womble Set On Four Visits

By Phil Kornblut
RB Jamal Womble (5-11 221) of Sierra Vista, AZ has three official visit dates set and has decided on a fourth trip. Womble is set to see Nebraska September 14th, Wisconsin Novmeber 9th and USC November 23rd. He also will set an official visit date with North Carolina. He's not sure on his fifth visit. The other schools he's considering are Maryland, Oregon State, Arizona State, Illinois and Purdue. "Recruiting has died down, it's not as hectic as it was," Womble said. "Me and coach Gillespie (USC), we e-mail each other about every other day. He tells me about how camp is going and how practice is going." Womble said the Gamecocks remain interested in his teammate, WR/FS Jake Muasau (6-1 215). "They like his highlight tape but they are waiting on game film," Womble said.

[willy]

Womble Set On Four Visits

By Phil Kornblut
RB Jamal Womble (5-11 221) of Sierra Vista, AZ has three official visit dates set and has decided on a fourth trip. Womble is set to see Nebraska September 14th, Wisconsin Novmeber 9th and USC November 23rd. He also will set an official visit date with North Carolina. He's not sure on his fifth visit. The other schools he's considering are Maryland, Oregon State, Arizona State, Illinois and Purdue. "Recruiting has died down, it's not as hectic as it was," Womble said. "Me and coach Gillespie (USC), we e-mail each other about every other day. He tells me about how camp is going and how practice is going." Womble said the Gamecocks remain interested in his teammate, WR/FS Jake Muasau (6-1 215). "They like his highlight tape but they are waiting on game film," Womble said.



That looks pretty good for us.

[big cock fan]

He will be ours after the clemson game, he would be an idiot to go he to nebraska with all the rb's they have coming in. I cant wait to see this kid in the garnet and black.

[happygilmore527]

He will be ours after the clemson game, he would be an idiot to go he to nebraska with all the rb's they have coming in. I cant wait to see this kid in the garnet and black.

I think we have a real good shot, but look at Southern Cal. If they are an established team, kids will go there regardless. How many high school all-americans do they have at RB? Like most people say all the time, there are no absolute "locks" in recruiting.

[blaze]

goodjam said he is going to visit purdue instead of nebraska now, still cold, but not as may running backs.

i think it will be between us and north carolina

[big cock fan]

Happy, i think ur right. I just think after we run up the score on NC and then he sees what its like in cola during the clemson game its going to be tough to place to turn down. He is one of my favorite backs in this class and i would be really happy if we landed him. Him or harper are the two i like the most that we have a shot at. I just think more kids need to look at depth charts look at john brantley for example, that decision made no sense at all.

[CockyDemon13]

Maybe Brantley was told some we don't know. Hell when he gets off his redshirt, Tebow will be a junior and I don't see Tebow staying after that depending on how his arm develops

[happygilmore527]

Happy, i think ur right. I just think after we run up the score on NC and then he sees what its like in cola during the clemson game its going to be tough to place to turn down. He is one of my favorite backs in this class and i would be really happy if we landed him. Him or harper are the two i like the most that we have a shot at. I just think more kids need to look at depth charts look at john brantley for example, that decision made no sense at all.

I agree. This kid does seem pretty awesome and would be a great fit for the offense. I think Womble is our best shot at a top notch RB in this class with Harper being a long shot for us. I agree, I know kids like to compete and say that I'm better than so and so but I think sitting on the bench for a few years is tough in this day and age when the truly awesome talents go pro after 3 years.

[stiffmiester]

theres something about this kid... im not sure what it is...but i just love his style... he looks like he will be a very talented back and whoever laands him is extremely lucky....

[Ga_Gamecock]

Maybe Brantley was told some we don't know. Hell when he gets off his redshirt, Tebow will be a junior and I don't see Tebow staying after that depending on how his arm develops

I find it comical that ppl are talking about Tebow getting drafted early and he hasnt played but a handful of snaps against any real competition ... and when he did see action, he was a FB.

He might be the best QB in the universe - ever - in two years ... but lets wait and see how he holds up (as a QB) for at least one season ...

Sorry to hijack the thread ... rant's over. Go Cocks

[gamecockfootball09]

tebow is an overhyped giant RB in a tight ends body. He threw one fluke pass on a jump that was absolutely hideous. Stop crowning this guy the next Peyton Manning.

[blaze]

mr womble is a great running back who seems to have his act together. I really hope that we can show him why he needs to be here and not north carolina

[goodjam]

Good mrng everyone,

Update on recruiting.. Wake Forest has been coming on strong lately they havent offered, still waiting in game footgae, but once they receive it they probably will.
If they do offer we may have him do an official visit the weekend of Sept 7th since that's his only bye week.

Jamal's annoucement will probably happen in early Dec at this point unless the family feels it's time

Big game tonight against AZ #1 team Hamilton
show down between 2 of our states best back's Jamal & Covaughn Deboski another player I work with.

[happygilmore527]

is it still USC/UNC battle for Womble?

[Sulayman]

So, Womble might do an official visit the weekend that the whole team is in Athens? That doesn't make sense. Also, what does Wake Forest offering him have to do with when he takes an official visit with USC? I'm sorry if I'm misinterpreting what you posted. Thanks. I really hope we get this kid.

[CoverTwo]

The wildcard in all of this is Emmanuel Moody, the former Southern Cal RB..North Carolina is a very possible destination for him, and if he ends up there then Womble should be a Gamecock.

[FinchMcCrunkNasty]

why the hell would moody go to unc??? he was almost a 5 star out of high school from texas - his top 5 was socal, texas, texas am, ga tech and miami - why would he even think about unc when he could probably go anywhere in the nation he wanted to and has no ties to north carolina

[Sulayman]

I know Moody's already visited Florida and is considering going there.

[kokocock]

So, Womble might do an official visit the weekend that the whole team is in Athens? That doesn't make sense. Also, what does Wake Forest offering him have to do with when he takes an official visit with USC? I'm sorry if I'm misinterpreting what you posted. Thanks. I really hope we get this kid.

i think he was saying he will go to wake that weekend. either way, i really hope we get this kid and with that offer list i'm sure he will get consideration for 4 stars before too long. goodjam...please keep us updated on how he does in his game!!!

[Sulayman]

If they do offer we may have him do an official visit the weekend of Sept 7th since that's his only bye week.

I thought the "we" meant USC. I get it, now.

[kokocock]

i hope he can say 'we' before too long but right now i think he is a coach/friend/trainer or something of the sorts

[CoverTwo]

why the hell would moody go to unc???

Butch Davis.

[CockyDemon13]

tebow is an overhyped giant RB in a tight ends body. He threw one fluke pass on a jump that was absolutely hideous. Stop crowning this guy the next Peyton Manning.

Whoa fellas.... did y'all read that I said depending on how his arm develops? Right now he's just a really athletic guy, but if he shows he can throw the ball a la Vince Young or Steve Young or athletic quarterbacks that can actually throw (unlike Michael Vick), then he has no reason to stay past his junior year. I actually want him to become a sick nasty quarterback, so that when we beat them the next 2-3 years that he's there we can say yeah Tebow may be this incredible sombitch, but he can't handle that Birds of Prey defense.

[Cigaro]

What I want to know is why guys like Tebow are talked about being the best fresh quarterback last year and future #1 pick and all the guys who actually played and played good like Colt McCoy from Texas dont get the same recognition.

[atrain3067]

i think he was saying he will go to wake that weekend. either way, i really hope we get this kid and with that offer list i'm sure he will get consideration for 4 stars before too long. goodjam...please keep us updated on how he does in his game!!!

Ditto kokocock. Thanks goodjam for keeping us in the loop. Let him know how much Gamecock Nation wants him to be in garnet and black next year. Thanks again for all your insight and keep us posted friend.

[blaze]

I'll try to keep an eye out on his stats, see if I can find it in the paper in Phoenix in the morning.

[blaze]

alright, trying to find some stats on Womble, I saw that they got drummed by their state champs, hamilton, 44-0. I could not find any stats on Womble hisself. I did see that they had some headlines about Womble going head to head with some kid named robinson. I hope he has a better week next week.

[atrain3067]

Ouch...

[blaze]

in his defense, it could be a poor line, bad qb, maybe not much talent around him, so the other team can just focus on him. I watched a highlight video, and the other team looked like they were the state champs. Goodjam said that they were a big time team, I hope that Womble has a better week this week.

[goodjam]

Good mrng all,

In the earlier post I mentioned an official visit the weekend of Sept 7th. That would be for Wake Forest if they offered.
You may have noticed that Moody has UNC in his final 2, well if he chooses UNC that would diff lower them in his selection group essentially leaving USC at this time.

Friday's night game was UGGGGLLLYY to say the least. I cant defend against a good team, but to say no line play no rushing.
Lots of variables in this game, no head coach until halftime, 4 jr's on offensive line, 42 man roster vs an extremely talented and aggressive opponent in Hamilton,
Final stats 11 carries for 38 yrds

[blaze]

no head coach until halftime

how would this happen?

42 man roster vs an extremely talented and aggressive opponent in Hamilton

small rosters against a deep squad make it very difficult. I remember getting stomped by Summerville one night, they were running three deep on the sideline.

this week will be better.

[happygilmore527]

Good mrng all,

In the earlier post I mentioned an official visit the weekend of Sept 7th. That would be for Wake Forest if they offered.
You may have noticed that Moody has UNC in his final 2, well if he chooses UNC that would diff lower them in his selection group essentially leaving USC at this time.

Friday's night game was UGGGGLLLYY to say the least. I cant defend against a good team, but to say no line play no rushing.
Lots of variables in this game, no head coach until halftime, 4 jr's on offensive line, 42 man roster vs an extremely talented and aggressive opponent in Hamilton,
Final stats 11 carries for 38 yrds

well thanks for the update, let's hope Moody chooses UNC for our sakes.

[blaze]

well thanks for the update, let's hope Moody chooses UNC for our sakes.

word

[happygilmore527]

well, I think i just saw something that Moody was going to Florida.

[goodjam]

If anyon eis interested, the team that beat up on Jamal's team will be featured this Thursday on the FOX network 7:30pm AZ time
Hamilton vs Brophy prep

[blaze]

OK guys, looked up the box score for Womble and found out that he had an eighty yard run for a touch down!!

the box score is here, http://www.varsity.evtrib.com/game/8894

I couldn't find anymore stats for him, maybe goodjam will provide some.

[blaze]

I also found this on him.

http://www.tucsoncitizen.com/varsity/buena/60481.php

I hope his season gets better, his team got stomped on the first two games, sounds like he is doing good individually though.

[goodjam]

RB Jamal Womble has big day in loss
Womble carried 15 times for 200 yards (13.3 average) including an 80-yard touchdown but Buena fell to in blowout fashion for the second straight week, the Herald Review reports.
The coveted running back's night would have been much better if not for a 50-yard touchdown catch and a 53-yard score that were both called back because of penalties.

[happygilmore527]

Sounds like he had a good game.

So is UNC currently the leader right now?

[goodjam]

I would say UNC & USC are about the same.
We just finished his official visit schedule

Boston College (Sep 8th) Neb (Sept 14), N Car (Oct 6), Wisc (Nov 10),
S Car (Nov 24),

Neb is a non-factor, he's going to support his teammate who has an offer from NEB and he knows more attention will come Jake's way if he's there.

He'll be making his choice the 1st week of Dec

[atrain3067]

I would say UNC & USC are about the same.
We just finished his official visit schedule

Boston College (Sep 8th) Neb (Sept 14), N Car (Oct 6), Wisc (Nov 10),
S Car (Nov 24),

Neb is a non-factor, he's going to support his teammate who has an offer from NEB and he knows more attention will come Jake's way if he's there.

He'll be making his choice the 1st week of Dec

You mean right after his visit with us?!!! Thanks for keeping us updated goodjam. Impressive game last week for the young man.

[blaze]

I looked at Womble's highlights and he looks like a great back. I would think that he would pick up some more stars.

He seems like a really good guy too. In one of the videos it states that he is wanting to pursue either communications or business. I think that he may be interested in our business program, that does bode well for us.

If he is going to Nebraska to look out for his team mate, that is awesome.

[roosterrizk1]

GOODJAM,

Please let us know what is so appealing aout UNC for Womble? The fan support is gone as soon as they lose a game, always has been that way, and the SEC is much much more of a football conference than the ACC. It will take Davis at least 3 more years to get those guys to a level to just compete, minimum. I just don't understand the football appeal about playing for UNC. I have been to several games their, my brother in law works for the University and many of their games might have had 20,000 or less there. Personally, from a straight football perspective of UNC, I just don't see the appeal at all. UNC is a basketball school plain and simple.

[JAYBEZ]

he would play right away and be the star of the team...

[CockyDemon13]

Butch Davis makes good kool-aid apparently.

[willy]

GOODJAM,

Please let us know what is so appealing aout UNC for Womble? The fan support is gone as soon as they lose a game, always has been that way, and the SEC is much much more of a football conference than the ACC. It will take Davis at least 3 more years to get those guys to a level to just compete, minimum. I just don't understand the football appeal about playing for UNC. I have been to several games their, my brother in law works for the University and many of their games might have had 20,000 or less there. Personally, from a straight football perspective of UNC, I just don't see the appeal at all. UNC is a basketball school plain and simple.



Have you ever thought about the educational aspect ?

[AmonRa777]

Have you ever thought about the educational aspect ?

What percentage of the truly great HS footbal prospects do you think seriously worry about the educational aspects....Truth is a solid student can educate himself as well at South Carolina as anywhere else...An undisciplined apathetic student can get a sorry education at Harvard...But Harvard certainly looks better on the resume...UNC is a far cry from Harvard no doubt

[roosterrizk1]

Have you ever thought about the educational aspect ?__________________

Not really, not at all. Don't really see a big difference between a Degree from UNC or USC? Please, tell me why a Degree from UNC is special? My step sister has a Degree from UNC and can't hold a job, really don't see where it has helped her that much that her Degree says UNC?

[goodjam]

One of the main appeals for Jamal & UNC is the location. The main part of his mothers family lives there. Butch Davis has been on top of his recruiting game in contacting Jamal as much as possible. USC RB Coach Gillip is right there as well in keeping in contact with Jamal as well.

As you may have read Jamal had an excellent trip out to BC, but I never expect a player to have a bad official. Nebraka finally contacted Jamal for the 1st time since the Sept 1st date but I dont think he'll be making the trip. Flight scheduling into Lincoln from AZ Saturday morning would not allow him to have quality time with the coaching staff prior to their game versus SoCal.

So depending on the rest of the season he may not make it to Nebraska until Nov 10th vs Kansas State, but he would have to bumped out Wisconsin and maybe move them to Sept 23 since he has a game that Thursday night.

I asked Jamal if he wouldn't mind answering questions from anyone on the site and he doesnt have a problem so feel free to send them over.

[gamecockfandrew]

Tell him he is special if the coaches at (the real) USC are promising that if he comes, they won't recruit another RB for the year. USC is the place to be. I hope he is happy and stays healthy wherever he goes.

[roosterrizk1]

I know UNC is close to Family but USC is not far either. My question would be from a Football standpoint, does Jamal think UNC is even close to being ready to compete? Personally, I think the loss to ECU is further evidence that not only are they not close, it will be years. The SEC is big time football in a football conference and LSU showed the ACC's best what I am talking about. We wish Jamal the best though either way, as its obvious our Staff feels Jamal - regardless of the star thing - is the best back we are recruiting. Tell Jamal to keep up the hard work and have a great season. :football:

[BigRedCock]

I was listening to PK on The Sports Drive yesterday and he mentioned that Womble may already be having trouble with his grades. Anyone else know anything about this?
I'm a big fan of Jamal, but with the recent academic issues USC has faced....it almost seems like its not worth it to try and recruit a kid and allocate a portion of our recruiting resources to him if he's not going to qualify. But if he can turn those grades around and finish his senior year strong......I'd love to have him in garnet and black next year. Hell of a RB

[blaze]

If I remember correctly, it was mentioned early on that he has already scored high on the SAT and has a good GPA. His compadre who he is trying to play with at the next level, a tight end, has problems with his score. Maybe PK mispoke and he was talking about the tight end.

Goodjam, am I right?

[goodjam]

No truth to that rumor
Already cleared SAT
There's no way Duke, Northwestern, or BC would have offered if grades were a problem..
01/2007SAT Reasoning Test
Critical Reading500
Math590
Writing460
Multiple Choice 49
Essay 6

Spurrier called last night along with Gillep to talk about his visit to BC, his feeling about playing for USC etc.
Hoping for another big game tonight. His father is off to IRAQ for a week the back before leaving for good in Dec.
You may have read that the Nebraska trip was postponed and at this point probably wont happen.

[Sulayman]

From PK's site:

Last week Womble rushed for 250 yards on 15 carries and 1 touchdown.

That's an average of over 16 yards per carry. C'mon Jamal!!! Come to South Carolina!

Best wishes to your father.

[BigRedCock]

No truth to that rumor
Already cleared SAT
There's no way Duke, Northwestern, or BC would have offered if grades were a problem..
01/2007SAT Reasoning Test
Critical Reading500
Math590
Writing460
Multiple Choice 49
Essay 6

Spurrier called last night along with Gillep to talk about his visit to BC, his feeling about playing for USC etc.
Hoping for another big game tonight. His father is off to IRAQ for a week the back before leaving for good in Dec.
You may have read that the Nebraska trip was postponed and at this point probably wont happen.

Good to hear! I'm glad it's not an issue with this ball player. I'm pumped to see if he comes to USC

[roosterrizk1]

Tell Jamal that God's speed to his Father. Sounds like this would be a great Family to add to Gamecock Nation. Sounds like Jamal is tearing it up this year. :football:

[SC Sandlapper]

I just wanted to say thanks to Goodjam for keeping us in the loop. Much appreciated!

[roosterrizk1]

UNC lost to UVa, now that is not a good sign for the Heels.

[goodjam]

Mrng All, Well another tough lost for Jamal's team>> here are some clips from the newspaper..Regarding the run I'm going to get the film and post it on YOUTUBE for everyone..

*Buena rallied to score the game’s next 21 points to tie the contest at 21, on a 48-yard touchdown run by Jamal Womble so sensational it could only be described as an impression of Marcus Allen’s run in Super Bowl IX — only with five times the broken tackles.
*With one chance to drive for the tying or winning score, the Colts put the ball in Womble’s hands. On the verge of breaking another big run, Womble got hit from behind and coughed up the ball.
*The final carry of the night was a disservice to Womble’s resume. He rushed for 183 yards on 15 carries, and in addition to his death-defying touchdown run to tie the game early in the fourth, he got the Colts on the board in the closing seconds of the first half with a 62-yard run against a Gilbert prevent defense to make it 21-7 going into the half.

[kokocock]

man...i know we have green and ward on our board...but i REALLY want womble. the more i hear about how he is pretty much carrying his team to make them competitive...the more i like!!! they say he doesn't have great break away speed, but it sure sounds like he is breaking away from someone?!?!?!?!

[goodjam]

It's funny the one thing that no one mentions is that he's never had a line to run behind. We've been having him practice running 3 steps with his eyes closed so he run without fear of getting hit.
He runs a low 4.5's and at 215lbs there's a reason all the schools on the east se him as a must have.

[roosterrizk1]

We should have a solid OL for Jamal to run behind. If one thing were good at is run blocking. :football:

[ChasGamecock]

I would like to tell Mr. Womble that the people in SC are not any different from the people that he is used to out west. Gamecock football players are looked at like gods here in the state. All the gamecock fans from around the nation know who you are, where you came from, and will root for you to become yet another NFL star coming out of our great up and coming SEC powerhouse. The past two years scar has had two great running backs, that this year will likely both get 1000 yards on the ground and move on into the NFL. C. Boyd will be graduating this year, so you really would have one year here with a senior RB (M. Davis) ahead of you on the depth chart. This would be a full year where you could have tutalage under a future NFL player before being "the man" out of the backfield for the Gamecocks.
You have to see it to believe it. The SEC is called the toughest conference for a reason- the best players play here- the stadiums are louder than anywhere in the country (ask Lee and Herbie)- the women are the hottest (again ask Lee and Herbie)- and above all, our fans are 100% gung-ho Gamecock Football.
You should be able to tell the difference between the Saturday atmosphere at any SEC school (- Vandy, - Kentucky) and the biggest stadiums outside of the conference. It is night and day.

To cap it off, you would get to play for Steve Spurrier, the most winning coach in the SEC of all time. He is bringing in the recruits and the facilities are being improved. All we need are guys like you: guys that are strong willed, smart, and ready to give their all for their team and career.

I hope that this gives you some perspective (from a fan's standpoint) of what we think of you and what we think that you could do for our program. The ball is in your court at this time, my friend. But I hope one day that I see you carrying the ball on my beloved Gamecock field.

Thank you for your time. and Go Cocks!

Brad Campbell

[The Yancey]

Goodjam, I have a question for Jamal. When I played I played defensive end and offensive guard. I was small but I was quick and fearless. Ask Jamal whether he prefers taking a deep pitch and picking his holes up the middle on a dive or whether he prefers to go outside following a pulling guard on a trap play. Thanks!

[goodjam]

SIERRA VISTA — Every time Rincon thought it was going to make a game of it Thursday night, it received a lethal dose of Buena running back Jamal Womble.

The Colts senior deked, sprinted and dazzled his way to 271 yards on 18 carries, scoring four of the team’s five touchdowns, in a 41-20 victory. It was the Buena football team’s first win this season.

The Colts won their Southern Region opener primarily by outrushing the Rangers 301-98 and using big plays. Womble ran the ball for a combined 215 yards on the touchdowns. Buena is 1-0 in region (1-3 overall).

“We made some plays when we were supposed to make them,” Buena head coach Mike Vezzosi said.

Womble rumbled his way to an 80-yard backbreaking score with 2:46 left in the game. He spun 180 degrees off one tackler, then he raced past the safeties for the big score.

“My offensive line got past the first line, the fullback (David Alexander) got to the second line,” Womble said. “After that, I was one-on-one and I did my thing.”

This was the play after Rincon quarterback Tommy Stubbins snuck in a 1-yard TD run to cut the Colts’ lead down to 20-13.

While Womble dominated the second half — the senior’s three touchdowns were for 193 yards — receiver/punt returner Jake Muasau took over the first half.

Muasau, who like Womble has been offered a scholarship by the University of Nebraska, set up Womble’s first touchdown.

With 6:20 left in the first quarter, Muasau got past a cornerback and just reached over him to catch a 34-yard pass thrown by quarterback Taylor Stone.

Womble took care of the rest, scampering outside and 24 yards to paydirt as he was only touched twice on the run. Buena took a 7-6 lead it never relinquished.

Muasau ran two punt returns for a combined 58 yards, which led to two field goals in the second quarter off the left toe of Brandon Porter.

“They’re our playmakers,” Vezzosi said of Womble and Muasau. “We asked them to make plays and they did it.”

Ranger running back Eric Dang fooled enough Colts on an inside hand-off on a misdirection play to score on a 35-yard touchdown. Buena buttoned up on Dang, because the senior ran for only 31 yards on 12 carries after the TD.

Thirteen seconds into the fourth quarter, Muasau streaked 27 yards into the right side of the end zone for his first touchdown. Muasau, who led the team’s usual postgame ‘haka’ dance after a win, made famous by he and his brother Louie last season, caught the ball as he fell down after he beat his man.

Muasau caught seven of Stone’s nine completions for 92 out of 96 yards.

“I do my thing every time I get the ball,” Muasau said. “I’m looking and I see the left side of the field and I just run.”

To finish off the scoring, Womble ran to his left, saw a wall of linebackers, then he raced to his right for the icing on the cake.

For good measure, it was after Rincon’s last touchdown, a 6-yard pass by backup quarterback Devin Stewart to David Talley.

Stewart earlier picked up a first down on a 13-yard run on fourth-and-10.

[happygilmore527]

Goodjam, aren't we looking at Muasau as well?

Any video of these runs online?

[FinchMcCrunkNasty]

COME TO CAROLINA BIG BOY!!!

[goodjam]

jake's film was sent over so I'm just waiting to hear back from them..jamal's father should be back this week so I'll get game footage from him as soon as I can and get it up online for everyone.
Actually I'll get Jake's Jr highlight's on my YouTube account tonight

[happygilmore527]

jake's film was sent over so I'm just waiting to hear back from them..jamal's father should be back this week so I'll get game footage from him as soon as I can and get it up online for everyone.
Actually I'll get Jake's Jr highlight's on my YouTube account tonight

cool. Thanks for the updates as usual.

[goodjam]

Hello everyone
Here's the link for Jake's vido via YouTube..
1st part a lil blocking for Jamal #5, then recvg, then the defensive stuff as a DB/Safety

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gX1E8qeacSU

[kda]

goodjam, call Jamal and make sure he is watching UNC get whipped by S. Fla. I am desperately hoping that when we go up there, that is finally the game where Spurrier goes out and hangs 50+ on the opponent.

[goodjam]

I have a link for everyone to see Jamal's td runs from the last game>

http://www.svherald.com/multimedia/

Buena vs Rincon 09/20/07

You may have to scroll up or down to find the video.

[Will4144]

We've already hung half a hundred on someone. Why is this such a misconception? I believe somewhere along the way a reporter said that we haven't done it yet.

We won 52-7 against Middle Tennessee State last year.

[goodjam]

has everyone gone to a diff forum??

[JoeCock]

has everyone gone to a diff forum??

Everyone is still here. We, or at least I, just pop in & out of this one.

[roosterrizk1]

Goodjam,

Is Jamal going to take his recruiting to signing day? Also, where does USC stand vs UNC today? I see one with a huge uphill battle.

[Sulayman]

I'm still here and very excited about Womble, but word on the street is that he has cooled on us a bit. I would prefer him to Martin Ward. I wish Womble would go ahead and commit, but I realize it's a huge decision.

I also like what I see in Muasau's video. He's very athletic and versatile - just the kind of guy Spurrier seems to like. I hope we offer him, soon.

[happygilmore527]

I see Womble is making a visit this weekend to UNC, is that correct?

[goodjam]

Mrng everyone,
The UNC trip will probably be postponed until next week when they play USC.
Flight scheduling is just to hard with Jamal playing on Friday night, then trying to make a noon EST time game.
Honestly it's a two team race USC then UNC, then on the outside Wisconsin, Boston College
If he does visit Nebraska it will just for the experience of being at one of their home games. Myself and his father will probably attend the trip to UNC.
USC visit is still scheduled for Thanksgiving weekend, so the whole family will attend.
There's a chance he may receive an invite into the AA Army game, if that happens the public annoucement will happen at the game, bbut the decision will happen in December before his father leaves.
Goodjam.

[FoghornLeghornCock]

"Honestly it's a two team race USC then UNC, then on the outside Wisconsin, Boston College."
Hey when you fly cross country you might as well wait for the game between the two major contenders makes a lot of sense to me. I have no doubt he will he a lot to like about the Gamecocks in this game.

[FeartheSpur]

I hope we can land this kid he seems to be a stud

[Ga_Gamecock]

I have a link for everyone to see Jamal's td runs from the last game>

http://www.svherald.com/multimedia/

Buena vs Rincon 09/20/07

You may have to scroll up or down to find the video.

He hit the hole quick and hes got an extra gear in the open field

Whats his 40?

[Axman99]

We need this boy.

[OVPcock]

That run around the 2:10 mark is incredible. He's definitely the back I want most out of this class. Real smooth runner, runs with alot of power, and very elusive. The total package

[Ga_Gamecock]

looks like eddie goerge

[mjmiller]

Looks very good on film. He doesn't have breakaway speed, but he is a very powerful/smooth runner. That one run I think everyone on the defense had a chance to tackle him and they couldn't do it. It's a toss up between him and Martin Ward fot the coaching staff. I wouldn't want to be the one to choose.

[AmonRa777]

Looks very good on film. He doesn't have breakaway speed, but he is a very powerful/smooth runner. That one run I think everyone on the defense had a chance to tackle him and they couldn't do it. It's a toss up between him and Martin Ward fot the coaching staff. I wouldn't want to be the one to choose.

Womble is a great sprinter that runs a legti 4.4...His break away speed is the reason SOS told him we would not recruit another rb if he committed....Just because he doesn't break every long one doesn't mean he doesn't have break away speed...Heck CJ Spiler didn't have break away speed vs GaTech....Its all about blocking and pursuit angles

[goodjam]

Not sure if everyone has seen his highlight film.I'll throw it up on YouTube this eveng

[AmonRa777]

GaTech didn't let Spiller get past the line of scrimmage, so uh no he didn't have too much breakaway speed. But he has more than Womble. If Womble runs a 4.4, I run a 4.3.

Please call Spurrier up and give him access to your expert evaluations

[goodjam]

Mrng everyone,
I didnt get a chance to hit YouTube last night but if anyone wants to view highlights on Rivals or Scout here are my id's & password so feel free.

Rivals.com
id goodjam
pass riojeff

Scout.com
is anjdvds
pass riojeff

[gamecockfandrew]

You might just be the man, goodjam. Tell me you saw the game last night!?!

[goodjam]

Actually yes..I was going between that and the high school game on ESPN2. I work with the RB #4 Reggie Hunt.
Me Womble & I were on the phone reviewing the running plays and the styles. Jamal was supporting the JV team, so he'll watch the Tivo replay this weekend

Oh everyone I have a MLB, Kurt Mangum I would like to hear your thoughts on.
He's #1
Born in Michigan relocated to Detroit
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mwcj3c-1CjQ

[gamecockfandrew]

Great footwork, has a nose for the ball, a little high sometimes. He looks fast enough to play OLB, but the way he reads the play makes him look better suited for MLB. Didn't really see that many pass coverages (they only threw a couple of screens), but overall, he looks good.

[roosterrizk1]

I didn't see where he plays high at all, though I agree with the rest of your assesment. Looks to be physical, fast and athletic. The thing I like the best is he looks to play with a little attitude. My only concern is he looked to be one of the biggest kids on the field. What level of competition does he play against? Have you sent this to our Staff to review? Looks like a solid player to me and we need LB's. Who else is recruiting him at this time?

[g4m3c4ck]

Wow he is a very wide guy! A very good trait to have at LB. He looked pretty damn good finding the ball too.

[jstrom]

Great footwork, has a nose for the ball, a little high sometimes. He looks fast enough to play OLB, but the way he reads the play makes him look better suited for MLB. Didn't really see that many pass coverages (they only threw a couple of screens), but overall, he looks good.

I only saw two plays where he was even remotely blocked, but he did make the tackle every time. The "plays high" comment...? He was always in great posture, but it looked like he had free reign on the field so was allowed to do and go wherever he wanted to go. It's hard to tell, but he did run laterally very well, but footwork? Hard to tell from this. It would've been a lot more telling if some of those plays showed a tight end peeling off the line and involved in a pass.

[gamecockfandrew]

^ Everytime he read the play, as I recall, he stood. It wasn't for a long time, but if a guard was to come through the middle as he was reading it, he would easily be blocked.

[goodjam]

Jamal Womble Profile (http://wisconsin.scout.com/a.z?s=193&p=8&c=1&nid=2618396)

You can view B2G viseo clip
I found this summer clip..hopefully everyone can open from Scout.com
Jamal Womble was one of the veterans at the B2G Elite Football Program, attending for the second year in a row.

The three-star running back, who's been in the South the past week unofficially visiting a host of schools, is seen here in action at the B2G. Jamal Womble at B2G Elite Football Program:

[goodjam]

Will anyone be attending the game against UNC? If so, look use up. I'll be traveling with Jamal on his visit this weekend

[gamecockfandrew]

^ It's about time he saw the real Carolina beat the hell out of UNC. The game is on! We are Carolina!

[happygilmore527]

Will anyone be attending the game against UNC? If so, look use up. I'll be traveling with Jamal on his visit this weekend

They'll be plenty of people there. I imagine you'll see just about as many USC fans as UNC. I won't be there due to a family affair but it should be a great time.

I believe I've seen where we have jumped back up in the lead with Jamal...how's he feeling about things?

[goodjam]

Well folks we'll be off to the game in about 7 hours after Jamal's game tonight. I hectic weekend for sure since we're returning Sunday afternoon.
Hit me on my cellie
623-209-4720 and get up close with Jamal

[gamecockfandrew]

Good luck with the game tonight! Those UNC recruiters will probably show him their basketball Hall of Fame before they take you to the football field. It will be mighty garnet tomorrow. I hope you meet some whole-hearted USC fans up there and they show you a great time.

[FLgamecockJAX]

I can't wait to hear a report from Goodjam about their trip. Wait til they take in a game at WB and see the difference in the atmosphere!

[TStone]

Man, is it just me or does this dude look like he has tree trunks for legs? I thik he could run over a friggin elephant. I would LOVE to have a power back like this in our backfield. Our boys Cory and Mike are strong, but with Cory leaving I still think this guy is more of a bulldozer than Mike.

[87Cock09]

story up on goupstate now, Womble must have loved it there, direct qoute from him says the Heels lead big.

[COCKDIESEL]

Womble Makes His North Carolina Visit

By Phil Kornblut
RB Jamal Womble (5-11 221) of Sierra Vista, AZ made his official visit to North Carolina over the weekend when the Tar Heels played USC, another team in his final five. And Womble was impressed by his time in Chapel Hill. "North Carolina is out front, by pretty far right now," Womble said Sunday night. "I had a great visit. It's a great atmosphere and a good gameday environment. There are a lot of good people there and I like the coaching staff. I know they want me, I can tell. I talked to coach Davis and we talked about how I'm doing and how he's doing. He talked about why he came to (North) Carolina and how he would use me if I came there." Womble alsol has visited Boston College and will visit Wisconsin November 9th and USC November 23rd. He will set a date with Nebraska for his fifth visit. Thru seven games Womble has rushed for over 1100 yards and 10 touchdowns.

[Brinkley_Bulldozer52]

Womble should know better than to become a tarhole!

[JAYBEZ]

lol, if he thought UNC was a good atmosphere, wait till he visits a real football program.

[Rooster3233]

I hate to say it but I can see why they recruit well and why a young man would want to go play there. I thought the atmosphere was good and the crowd was into it. Before we talk about expansion we should continue to "spruce up" our stadium and the surrounding like NC has. Of course I'm going into the game not expecting much but came away impressed. Hopefully we'll blow him away.

[CockyDemon13]

I'd still prefer Martin Ward and Franklin Green over him, but whatever.

[kokocock]

I'd still prefer Martin Ward and Franklin Green over him, but whatever.

womble and his "coach" visit this thread and contribute to it quite often. let's not throw dirt on this kid yet. i for one would still love to have him!

[KCSuge]

We gotta put on a show for him when he comes to Columbia to turn his attention to us.

[gamecocknva]

I think we had more to do with their "atmosphere" than he realizes. I'd advise him to make another visit when they play wake or ecu and there's 20k fans in the seats. Too bad if he thinks that's how it is there every week.

[KCSuge]

I think we had more to do with their "atmosphere" than he realizes. I'd advise him to make another visit when they play wake or ecu and there's 20k fans in the seats. Too bad if he thinks that's how it is there every week.

True dat. Our fans did make the atmosphere up there pumped up. It would be a waste if he went there.

[smoovecock]

I think we had more to do with their "atmosphere" than he realizes. I'd advise him to make another visit when they play wake or ecu and there's 20k fans in the seats. Too bad if he thinks that's how it is there every week.Exactly....if Wombs wants that every week Columbia is his home......If he wants to win championships Columbia is his home........Period....

[goodjam]

Afternoon everyone,
I'm justing getting back in the office after horrible flight connections.

As you may have read Jamal really enjoyed his visit at UNC. But as I've advised all my players/parents " I don't ever expect you to have a bad official visit unless snow is involved".
Great atmosphere at the game and as one poster stated USC was diff in the house.
A lot of positives & probably the strongest was UNC playing so many freshman and still having a chance to win the game.
I wish I could make the trip to USC. If they bring the noise like you all say you can the young man & family will have a very hard choice to make.

Jamal will be doing an interview today with Studentsports.com probably in the afternoon

[gamecockfandrew]

Well we played a bunch of Freshmen and Sophomores, but we WON the game. Lecorn scored.

[Ga_Gamecock]

Goodjam,

is the Nov 23rd trip still in the works?

[goodjam]

Yes visit still set for the whole family

[gamecockfandrew]

Our Gamecock family will be ready for him.

[happygilmore527]

How many young players does UNC have at RB? They seemed to have a different guy carrying the ball every quarter.

[FinchMcCrunkNasty]

I think we had more to do with their "atmosphere" than he realizes. I'd advise him to make another visit when they play wake or ecu and there's 20k fans in the seats. Too bad if he thinks that's how it is there every week.
DING DING DING!

[brat]

If he comes for the Clempson game, it'll blow the doors off any other atmosphere for a game he has ever seen.

[gamecockfandrew]

^ And Florida. Hell, any D1 game in the Brice is better than almost all stadiums in the country. As ESPN says, USC has the most loyal fans. Believe that.

[roosterrizk1]

We are #6 in the BCS and they are 2-5. We are in the SEC, they are in the ACC, Nuff said !!!

[mjmiller]

FRANKLIN GREEN!

[roosterrizk1]

Don't forget about Ward.

[stiffmiester]

dont worry too much about landing another running back... we got eric baker, and IMO, he is money$$$$... and yall should seriously look at his highlight reel on scout!!!!

[Brinkley_Bulldozer52]

Green and Ward> Womble

[bhusc2002]

ok i have to ask this. why have people started comparing our running back recruits like this? if he decides to commit somewhere else and says that the negativity by message board fans swayed him away from us, yall will feel pretty sh!++y. especially if we miss out on the other two as well. let the coaching staff decide who is better and who we need to go after.

[Spurred]

yeah these negative posts need to be deleted

[roosterrizk1]

I see no problem discussing other recruits as he is not commited to us

[kokocock]

why would we want to openly diss a recruit...is anyone here a psychic or something because it just doesn't seem like a smart move.

[mjmiller]

ok i have to ask this. why have people started comparing our running back recruits like this? if he decides to commit somewhere else and says that the negativity by message board fans swayed him away from us, yall will feel pretty sh!++y. especially if we miss out on the other two as well. let the coaching staff decide who is better and who we need to go after.


People are not dissing any prospects, they are giving there opinion as too who they would like to have. If you read the beginning of the thread it sounds like Womble will be a tarhole, so of course people are going to say they want the other guy if Womble doesn't want to come here. If womble commits to USC everyone will forget this and be happy he is a gamecock.