Ohio Athletic Conference

[raiderpa]

The M-club started the ring fund immediately through the alumni office after the first championship in '93.  It was very successful and has grown into a major support fund for the student-athletes.  In the past, I believe, freshman paid 75% of  their ring, Sophs 50%, Jrs 25% and Seniors 0%.  If that is not correct someone can let us know.  Traditionally the ring fund has had more than enough to cover all costs and has retained a balance every year after all is said and done.
It is a small way to support the players and program.  Each ring is nearly $400 (non gold) , and some alums purchase an entire ring.  Someone asked me if they could designate their money for a specific player's ring and I do not think that is possible or permissible, but you could ask the athletic department.  I believe the price of gold may have taken the gold rings off the market.  There are several different types of metals available that are very attractive.  Usually the senior players select, or have major input into the final design.

[PurpleSuit]

Anyone have any news about potential recruits for the fall? From past years we do not see any lists, just word of mouth!

I've got some earlier names and schools, but I haven't really researched positions etc.  They may have "signed" with Mount today, but as we all know there are no binding letters of intent in D3.  Nothing is final until they are on campus next fall, yada yada yada

Neal Eakins – Marian High School – Granger, IN
Logan Banks – Tallmadge
Alex Linzell – Westerville South
Gabe Whitman – Westerville South
Trae Jones – Westerville South
Luke Smith – St Clairsville
Malik Starks – Henry County – McDonough, GA
Louie Diaz – Hudsonville – Hudsonville, MI
Austin Monyak – Brunswick
Tanner Skelton – Crestview
Dakota Hill - New Philly
Cedric Gray – Toledo Central Catholic
Christian Sifford – Brecksvile-Broadview Heights
Mitch Doraty – Medina

[pradierguy]

Doesn't sound like Jasper got a combine invite, making his road to the NFL a bit tougher.

[TheeBuffaloSabres]

The ring fund pays for other sports as well. While I was there, we had a swimmer named Eddis who won the National Title in an event, and as a result the AD ordered him a National Championship ring from the Championship Ring fund. Great guy that AD!!

[Dr. Acula]

The ring fund pays for other sports as well. While I was there, we had a swimmer named Eddis who won the National Title in an event, and as a result the AD ordered him a National Championship ring from the Championship Ring fund. Great guy that AD!!

Eddis Singleton!  That dude was a beast in the freestyle sprints.  I think he made one or two Olympic trials too. 

[raiderpa]

Collins listed by one publication as one of the top ten combine snubs...

[SaintsFAN]

Collins listed by one publication as one of the top ten combine snubs...

Couldn't believe I didn't see his name on the list of combine participants. 

[bambord]

Collins listed by one publication as one of the top ten combine snubs...

Couldn't believe I didn't see his name on the list of combine participants.

Surely, not Shirley, you jest.  Read that, "...top ten combine snubs.".

However, I couldn't believe Junior was snubbed!

pt

[Raider 68]

Collins listed by one publication as one of the top ten combine snubs...

Couldn't believe I didn't see his name on the list of combine participants.

Surely, not Shirley, you jest.  Read that, "...top ten combine snubs.".

However, I couldn't believe Junior was snubbed!







pt

Although it would have been great to be invited to the combine, I still believe that J. Collins has a decent shot at the NFL. Hopefully Mount will host a Pro Day this spring and he will evaluated by more NFL scouts!

[Kira & Jaxon's Dad]

Like the update to the Boards Pat!

[raiderpa]

wow!  looks great!

[Craft_Beermeister]

Anyone have any news about potential recruits for the fall? From past years we do not see any lists, just word of mouth!

I've got some earlier names and schools, but I haven't really researched positions etc.  They may have "signed" with Mount today, but as we all know there are no binding letters of intent in D3.  Nothing is final until they are on campus next fall, yada yada yada

Neal Eakins – Marian High School – Granger, IN
Logan Banks – Tallmadge
Alex Linzell – Westerville South
Gabe Whitman – Westerville South
Trae Jones – Westerville South
Luke Smith – St Clairsville
Malik Starks – Henry County – McDonough, GA
Louie Diaz – Hudsonville – Hudsonville, MI
Austin Monyak – Brunswick
Tanner Skelton – Crestview
Dakota Hill - New Philly
Cedric Gray – Toledo Central Catholic
Christian Sifford – Brecksvile-Broadview Heights
Mitch Doraty – Medina

Malik Starks – Henry County – McDonough, GA

Height: 5'10" Weight: 180 Age: 18   Prim. Position: CB  Sec. Position: KR  40 Yard Dash 4.51  5-10-5 Shuttle  4.2  Bench Press 225  Squat 400 Vertical 34

His teammate at Henry Terrance Waugh is going to Kent State

http://www.henryherald.com/news/2013/feb/06/henry-county-pair-reach-next-level/

[Craft_Beermeister]

Does anyone remember Mike Yurcich playing football at Mount Union.  Oklahoma State recently hired him as offensive coordinator.

Yurcich graduated in 1999 from California (Pa) University where spent three seasons as the school’s starting quarterback and was a two-year captain. Mike supposedly began his playing career at Mount Union.

[Craft_Beermeister]

Anyone have any news about potential recruits for the fall? From past years we do not see any lists, just word of mouth!

I've got some earlier names and schools, but I haven't really researched positions etc.  They may have "signed" with Mount today, but as we all know there are no binding letters of intent in D3.  Nothing is final until they are on campus next fall, yada yada yada

Neal Eakins – Marian High School – Granger, IN
Logan Banks – Tallmadge
Alex Linzell – Westerville South
Gabe Whitman – Westerville South
Trae Jones – Westerville South
Luke Smith – St Clairsville
Malik Starks – Henry County – McDonough, GA
Louie Diaz – Hudsonville – Hudsonville, MI
Austin Monyak – Brunswick
Tanner Skelton – Crestview
Dakota Hill - New Philly
Cedric Gray – Toledo Central Catholic
Christian Sifford – Brecksvile-Broadview Heights
Mitch Doraty – Medina

Add Marshall McConnell of Milton High School in  Alpharetta, GA to Mount Union's list of recruits.   Defensive Tackle  Ht: 6-3 Wt: 255

[rscl70]

Does anyone remember Mike Yurcich playing football at Mount Union.  Oklahoma State recently hired him as offensive coordinator.

Yurcich graduated in 1999 from California (Pa) University where spent three seasons as the school’s starting quarterback and was a two-year captain. Mike supposedly began his playing career at Mount Union.

I remember the name.  Apparently he didn't want to wait for Borchert to graduate.  Nice to see he had a great career somewhere else.