SAN ANTONIO – There was speak for a very long time in Cameron Sparks’ recruitment that Tennessee would find yourself touchdown his dedication.
When that now not grew to become a risk, there was a number of chatter that Mississippi State can be the touchdown spot for the four-star receiver from Chattanooga (Tenn.) Baylor College who has performed each methods throughout his highschool profession.
The Bulldogs have been considered one of three finalists heading into his choice Saturday on the Navy All-American Bowl however it was Virginia Tech that landed his pledge over Mississippi State and Arkansas in a considerably stunning transfer within the closing days.
Sparks performed just a little cat-and-mouse throughout the week as he was seen sporting a Mississippi State necklace at occasions and through an interview after observe on Tuesday, the four-star talked extremely of coach Jeff Lebby and what he’s constructing in Starkville.
The Baylor College standout appreciated the offense there and the way Mississippi State was using the portal for some gamers but in addition creating highschool expertise.
Arkansas emerged as a contender as a result of Sparks hit it off with coach Sam Pittman and known as him a “legend” and in addition cherished his expertise in Fayetteville so late within the recruiting course of the Razorbacks grew to become a participant.
However there was distinct loyalty to Virginia Tech although the Hokies weren’t talked about a ton in his recruitment and particularly down the stretch as choice day obtained nearer.
Nonetheless, Virginia Tech was considered one of Sparks’ first provides and when push got here to shove and he needed to decide as another groups light away in his recruitment, that meant loads to the four-star.
His relationship with coach Brent Pry and others in Blacksburg have been a giant promoting level as effectively.
Sparks turns into the second four-star receiver in Virginia Tech’s class as he’s joined by Winston Salem (N.C.) Mount Tabor standout Shamarius Peterkin as effectively.
IN HIS WORDS
“I actually like coach Pry and the way he communicates with me and I actually like that workers, too. Virginia Tech was considered one of my first provides in order that meant loads to me and confirmed a number of loyalty all through the recruiting course of.”
