I’ve always wanted to be involved with recruiting. I coached AAU basketball in the Cleveland area and was looking for a way to give back and help student-athletes.

I was a walk-on at Kent State in the early 1990’s where I played football and I understand the importance of getting your name out there early.

Education is very important and my role as an area Scout for Woods Recruiting would help student-athletes understand how important education really is.

The recruiting process, in many ways, is challenging and I want to help deliver as much information as possible to the parents of student-athletes on exactly the steps needed in recruiting.

Looking back on my high school career I wished I was involved with the recruiting service then. It would have made a difference in getting more exposure and more opportunities.

This is why I am part of the Woods Recruiting team; to be able to give back to student-athletes in my local community.