Ok Hawks dads.. Mom... whatever
Interestingly enough the coaches son and rarely came off field. It paid off. Talented but not a standout and about the same talent level of many other local 2020 players.
So much of early verbals are more about politics, who is where when and who knows who and not necessarily about the best players. Not worth worrying about - there are plenty of just as talented kids out there as on this list. They just do not have former player dads or dad coaches with hooks all over and many are being pushed to fulfill their parents ego and get out there to be able to say they are committed. There will be a place for everyone who wants to play and many of these kids wont be playing at the school they have "committed" to.
The Hawks kid is a stud. He stood out among others in the UA tournament and maybe the reason that he played so much on his club team is because he was one of the best players. Ever consider that? Or do you just immediately assume that politics are always involved?
Most D1 college coaches can have their pick of players....especially Big 10 schools And especially schools who have dominant programs. Why would a coach who could have his pick succumb to politics? Hmmmmm.....there's a question for the masses....
Maybe the kids that are committing early really are good. Maybe they really are the kids who are working both on and off the field. And let's not forget that a coach's impression is about more than lacrosse. All things being equal, a kid's ability to interact with adults appropriately and to conduct himself in a courteous and respectful manner matters as well.
