With the news of Matt Clements impending commitment(Sept. 16th), I thought I would re-publish this article from June 27th, which was the week I launched Cockfather Illustrated. I hope you enjoy.
This is the first in series of weekly reports in which we will report on one prospect who's stock is on the rise. It is fitting that the first such Stock Report is on Baron Collier High School WR Matt Clements. Perhaps no single prospect is becoming more talked about in Gamecock recruiting circles more than the Naples, FL wide receiver prospect. Rated a 4 star prospect by scout.com, and the no. 3 WR prospect in the state of Florida by Bill Buchalter of The Orlando Sentinel, Clements currently holds offers from Auburn, Clemson, Ohio State, South Carolina, West Virginia, Indiana, and Iowa State. As the season approaches Clements should see his offer sheet grow during his senior season.
The 6'1 185 pound speedster has that rare comination of size, speed and hands that make him an elite prospect. Clements has been clocked at 4.34 seconds in the 40-yard dash, and set school records this past spring in both the 400 m(49.0 sec.) and the high jump(6'4). These skills have made Clements a top priority for Steve Spurrier Jr. and the South Carolina Gamecocks. In fact, USC currently holds the edge for Clements signature, and he could issue a verbal commitment before the end of summer to South Carolina.
In a recent story published on GamecockCentreal.com, Clements told rivals recruiting analyst Tony Morrell that USC is the team to beat. "South Carolina is my No. 1 school now," the 6-foot-1, 180-pound Clements said. "They have just done the best job of showing me how much they want me to be a part of their program. They run a big-time offense, and it seems like I could really make an impact there if I went there." USC has done an excellent job recruiting Clements as both RB Coach Robert Gillespie and Steve Spurrier Jr. Have been working overtime to land Clements commitment. It appears their efforts could be rewarded.
Matt Clements stock is definitely on the rise. Will he be a Gamecock? Stay tuned!
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CF,
What do you think about our chances with Matthews? I know last week you said we have closed the gap and you thought it might be to close to call right now, just wondering if you had anymore insight you could let us know about?
Tony seems to know what is going on. I am hoping his silence is a good thing...
I have no real insight on Matthews, but if I had to guess, I would say UGA.
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