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Just another summary i came across about the signing of Beau...

Dec 19, - espn - mitch sherman.


The addition of Beau Sandland to Miami’s recruiting class on Wednesday shines light again on the solid work of coach Al Golden and his staff under tough circumstances.

With the specter of NCAA sanctions looming as soon as next year after the Hurricanes’ self-imposed postseason ban this season and last, recruiting figured to take a hit.

And Sandland, an athletic tight end whose maturity and perspective belies the academic trouble that forced his path through junior college, was weary of walking into a program that would limit his opportunity to succeed. In other words, his eyes were wide open to the trouble that Miami could face for the involvement of previous coaching staffs with a rogue booster.

Still, Sandland picked Miami over finalists Nebraska and Arizona State in addition to an attractive list of other programs to offer scholarships.

The work of Miami to go cross-country to Pierce (Calif.) College for a prospect like Sandland, No. 12 in the ESPN Junior College 100, illustrates Golden’s ability to connect with prospects. His class already includes Kevin Olsen, the No. 5-rated pocket passer nationally, and 10th-rated cornerback Artie Burns.

When the NCAA finishes with Miami and the program can move out of this holding pattern, Golden’s power with recruits will likely grow.

Meanwhile, Sandland’s decision brings disappointment for Arizona State, easily the closest to home of his finalists, and for Nebraska, which was hurt by the late departure of graduate assistant and tight ends coach Vince Marrow to Kentucky.
 
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This summary is from work by Brandon P. Oliver of espn.


Beau Sandland, ESPN Junior College 100, signed with Miami on Wednesday, choosing the Hurricanes over Arizona State and Nebraska.

Beau Sandland No. 12 junior college prospect Beau Sandland signed with Miami on Tuesday.
"My family and I decided that I will be attending the University of Miami," Sandland said. "It really came down to Miami and Nebraska in the end, but I felt really comfortable with Coach (Al) Golden and all the other coaches."

In addition to his three finalists, the 6-foot-6, 250-pounder and No. 2 junior college tight end also visited Oklahoma, Ole Miss and Texas Tech.

A native of Simi Valley, Calif., Sandland had 24 receptions for 267 yards and three touchdowns this season.

While Sandland's pledge was the biggest news of the morning, he was not the only member of Pierce College to put pen to paper. Two prospects from the Junior College 100 -- No. 1 Marquel Combs and No. 94 Marcus Jenkins-Moore -- made it official by signing with Kansas.

Combs, a 6-foot-2, 300-pound defensive tackle, had previously been committed to Ole Miss before making the switch to Kansas earlier this month.

Jenkins-Moore, a 6-foot-3, 210-pound outside linebacker, had offers from Oregon State, Kansas State, Texas A&M, Arkansas, Ole Miss and others.

Another of the school's top players, WR Jaelen Strong, will announce his decision in February. The No. 14 player in the Junior College 100 will choose among Arizona State, Kansas, Tennessee, South Carolina, Texas Tech, USC and Miami.
 
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thanks for posting, this is a free article right? cant post premium articles from other sites on here but you can summarize.
 
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The work of Miami to go cross-country to Pierce (Calif.) College for a prospect like Sandland, No. 12 in the ESPN Junior College 100, illustrates Golden’s ability to connect with prospects.

The man will only continue to impress
 
This is a summary of work by Craig Haubert espn. came out today and lists in no order the early juco signing period winners. 5 are discussed; Florida, Georgia, Kansas, Miami and Texas A&M. Below is just the summary of the section on Miami.

Early juco signing period winners

Miami Hurricanes

The Hurricanes signed only one prospect, but it was a key one. Miami has produced some excellent tight ends in past years, but it's been a while since they've had a playmaker at the position. Factoring in the recent decommitment of ESPN 150 tight end Travis Johnson, the addition of Beau Sandland becomes a big one. The four-star juco prospect should be able to offer a productive target in the passing game, as he has soft hands, is a sharp route runner and can use his size well. Whoever is at quarterback for the Hurricanes next season, look for Sandland to become a favorite target.
 
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author unknown - summarized scouting report. Pretty much corroborates the general consensus with those that have watched his highlights.

Sandland certainly looks the part and is long and rangy. He is never going to be a devastating blocker, but is more than functional and a really well-rounded tight end prospect. He possesses soft hands and consistently extends away from his body for receptions. He snags the ball well in stride and utilizes his size to win most jump balls in traffic. Sandland shows great concentration, body control and athletic ability adjusting to balls in the air. He flashes good coordination for his size and will create serious matchup problems for linebackers in the passing game at the next level. While he also splits out and stretches defenses with deceptive speed, he will probably take most of his snaps as an in-line tight end at the BCS level. He lacks an explosive release, but is a sharp route runner and shows adequate speed to create separation on safeties. He also does a great job of settling in open spaces of zone coverage. After the catch, he does a nice job of lowering his pads and taking defensive players for a ride. Sandland will deceptively win foot races and extends plays with savvy and above average elusiveness. He is willing and effective stalk blocker and will battle in the trenches as a position blocker. He possesses the frame and tools to be successful at angle blocks and getting to the next level. Sandland might not have elite athleticism for the passing game, but he's close. He is extremely productive and capable of helping a program right away.
 
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