THEY ARE the mountain men. Or, more pointedly, the Mountain State's men.
They are our state's leading football recruits in regard to the 2011 class.
There are at least four West Virginia products that seem destined to sign major college letters of intent. Here's a rundown:
Allan Wasonga, running back, Parkersburg - Wasonga is a 5-foot-10, 185-pound standout who's been rated three stars by Scout.com and four by Rivals.com. According to PHS coach Don Reeves, Wasonga had to take a summer school class for a grade but made it through fine. The player also has been dealing with a bit of an ankle problem, but should be OK there as well.
West Virginia, Marshall and Ohio University have offered, according to Reeves. He also mentioned Michigan, but a well-placed source said the Wolverines have not yet offered. There have been other reports of offers from Pitt, Syracuse and Bowling Green.
Reeves said Wasonga will probably wait a while before making a decision.
Justin Johnson, offensive guard, Parkersburg - Yes, two of the state's most highly recruited seniors are Big Reds.
Johnson is a 6-3, 298-pound prospect offered by WVU in the spring. Offers followed from Marshall and Ohio University.
The lineman has been rated a three-star prospect by Scout.com and a two-star prospect by Rivals.com. Word, however, is WVU is more aggressively recruiting Johnson than Wasonga.
Reeves said Johnson "may make a decision early.''
Cody Clay, tight end, George Washington - Clay ended the recruiting process early when he received an offer from and committed to West Virginia University. The 6-4, 245-pound standout has been given two-star status by both major recruiting services.
Tyler Hutchison, wide receiver, Huntington - Interesting prospect. Hutchison was a second-team Class AAA all-state player last season as a punter. He's also a wide receiver and a defensive back.
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Checking the state's top football recruits
THEY ARE the mountain men. Or, more pointedly, the Mountain State's men.
They are our state's leading football recruits in regard to the 2011 class.
There are at least four West Virginia products that seem destined to sign major college letters of intent. Here's a rundown:
Allan Wasonga, running back, Parkersburg - Wasonga is a 5-foot-10, 185-pound standout who's been rated three stars by Scout.com and four by Rivals.com. According to PHS coach Don Reeves, Wasonga had to take a summer school class for a grade but made it through fine. The player also has been dealing with a bit of an ankle problem, but should be OK there as well.
West Virginia, Marshall and Ohio University have offered, according to Reeves. He also mentioned Michigan, but a well-placed source said the Wolverines have not yet offered. There have been other reports of offers from Pitt, Syracuse and Bowling Green.
Reeves said Wasonga will probably wait a while before making a decision.
Justin Johnson, offensive guard, Parkersburg - Yes, two of the state's most highly recruited seniors are Big Reds.
Johnson is a 6-3, 298-pound prospect offered by WVU in the spring. Offers followed from Marshall and Ohio University.
The lineman has been rated a three-star prospect by Scout.com and a two-star prospect by Rivals.com. Word, however, is WVU is more aggressively recruiting Johnson than Wasonga.
Reeves said Johnson "may make a decision early.''
Cody Clay, tight end, George Washington - Clay ended the recruiting process early when he received an offer from and committed to West Virginia University. The 6-4, 245-pound standout has been given two-star status by both major recruiting services.
Tyler Hutchison, wide receiver, Huntington - Interesting prospect. Hutchison was a second-team Class AAA all-state player last season as a punter. He's also a wide receiver and a defensive back.
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THEY ARE the mountain men. Or, more pointedly, the Mountain State's men.
They are our state's leading football recruits in regard to the 2011 class.
There are at least four West Virginia products that seem destined to sign major college letters of intent. Here's a rundown:
Allan Wasonga, running back, Parkersburg - Wasonga is a 5-foot-10, 185-pound standout who's been rated three stars by Scout.com and four by Rivals.com. According to PHS coach Don Reeves, Wasonga had to take a summer school class for a grade but made it through fine. The player also has been dealing with a bit of an ankle problem, but should be OK there as well.
West Virginia, Marshall and Ohio University have offered, according to Reeves. He also mentioned Michigan, but a well-placed source said the Wolverines have not yet offered. There have been other reports of offers from Pitt, Syracuse and Bowling Green.
Reeves said Wasonga will probably wait a while before making a decision.
Justin Johnson, offensive guard, Parkersburg - Yes, two of the state's most highly recruited seniors are Big Reds.
Johnson is a 6-3, 298-pound prospect offered by WVU in the spring. Offers followed from Marshall and Ohio University.
The lineman has been rated a three-star prospect by Scout.com and a two-star prospect by Rivals.com. Word, however, is WVU is more aggressively recruiting Johnson than Wasonga.
Reeves said Johnson "may make a decision early.''
Cody Clay, tight end, George Washington - Clay ended the recruiting process early when he received an offer from and committed to West Virginia University. The 6-4, 245-pound standout has been given two-star status by both major recruiting services.
Tyler Hutchison, wide receiver, Huntington - Interesting prospect. Hutchison was a second-team Class AAA all-state player last season as a punter. He's also a wide receiver and a defensive back.
Whatever the case, Hutchison has been offered a scholarship by Marshall. He's also been to one-day camps at Wake Forest and Duke but, apparently, is on those schools' wait-and-see lists. Ivy League schools are also interested.
Huntington coach Billy Seals said Hutchison ran a 4.43-second 40-yard dash at MU's camp and could turn into a nice possession receiver for a school.
C.J. Rahming, back, Lewis County - Rahming was a first-team Class AAA all-state utility player as a junior and has sparked the interest of Bowling Green and Marshall.
According to Minutemen coach Eddie Vincent, Rahming has been to Bowling Green twice and the Falcons seem very interested. Marshall, he said, is also interested. Neither school, however, has offered. The problem may be 4.6 40-yard clockings for the running back. The 5-11, 195-pound Rahming could, however, play strong safety in college. He'll visit James Madison in July.
Jason Cuffee, quarterback, Poca - Cuffee is more of a basketball recruit, but, at 6-3, 195 pounds, has earned the attention of Marshall coach Doc Holliday, according to Dots coach Bob Lemley. There have even been rumors he could try both sports in Huntington.
"He's been throwing the ball real well,'' Lemley said. "He has the tools.''
Cuffee could also play free safety.
Pierria' Henry, wide receiver, South Charleston - Like Cuffee, Henry is seen more as a basketball recruit. In fact, the standout has already committed to Division I Virginia Commonwealth in hoops. But in SC's Class AAA title win over Brooke last season, Henry scored three touchdowns and was the team MVP.
Levi Beckett, QB-WR, Bluefield - The 6-foot standout is listed by one of the scouting services as the state's No. 5 prospect. According to Bluefield coach Fred Simon, however, Beckett has yet to receive a major offer, mostly because of injury. "He has to prove himself this year,'' Simon said.
Darren Arndt, defensive end, Martinsburg - Arndt is a 6-3, 235-pound prospect who was a first-team Class AAA all-state selection as a junior. According to Bulldog coach Dave Walker, Arndt is receiving looks from VMI and Dartmouth.
This article is available only to our premium digital content subscribers.
Checking the state's top football recruits
THEY ARE the mountain men. Or, more pointedly, the Mountain State's men.
They are our state's leading football recruits in regard to the 2011 class.
There are at least four West Virginia products that seem destined to sign major college letters of intent. Here's a rundown:
Allan Wasonga, running back, Parkersburg - Wasonga is a 5-foot-10, 185-pound standout who's been rated three stars by Scout.com and four by Rivals.com. According to PHS coach Don Reeves, Wasonga had to take a summer school class for a grade but made it through fine. The player also has been dealing with a bit of an ankle problem, but should be OK there as well.
West Virginia, Marshall and Ohio University have offered, according to Reeves. He also mentioned Michigan, but a well-placed source said the Wolverines have not yet offered. There have been other reports of offers from Pitt, Syracuse and Bowling Green.
Reeves said Wasonga will probably wait a while before making a decision.
Justin Johnson, offensive guard, Parkersburg - Yes, two of the state's most highly recruited seniors are Big Reds.
Johnson is a 6-3, 298-pound prospect offered by WVU in the spring. Offers followed from Marshall and Ohio University.
The lineman has been rated a three-star prospect by Scout.com and a two-star prospect by Rivals.com. Word, however, is WVU is more aggressively recruiting Johnson than Wasonga.
Reeves said Johnson "may make a decision early.''
Cody Clay, tight end, George Washington - Clay ended the recruiting process early when he received an offer from and committed to West Virginia University. The 6-4, 245-pound standout has been given two-star status by both major recruiting services.
Tyler Hutchison, wide receiver, Huntington - Interesting prospect. Hutchison was a second-team Class AAA all-state player last season as a punter. He's also a wide receiver and a defensive back.
