It was like a dream come true.". Tennessees 2023 football commitment tracker, Tennessee Vols football recruiting: Vols targets announce July commitment dates, Sign up for the Vols Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. He is a native of Bowling Green, Ky. and plays high school football for South Warren. ", Jaremiah Anglin Jr.:Why the 3-star defensive back committed to Kentucky football, High school: Washington (Massillon, Ohio). Have a score we don't have? 115 receiver prospect in the 2023 class, according to 247Sports' composite rankings. What to know: Grant Godfrey committed to the Wildcats on Aug. 1. He said he chose Kentucky over Arizona State, Cincinnati, Pittsburgh, Syracuse and Wisconsin. "The last few times I have been down there, they have been recruiting nationally with guys like Nico and everywhere. July 3, 2022 4:21 pm ET. Players are listed in alphabetical order by last name. In January, Anglin was named the Defensive MVP at the National Combine in San Antonio. Kentucky's freshman point guard went down with a right lower leg injury at the 18:14 mark in the second half and did not return. Brown should add big-play ability to UK's passing game, and he also could bring a famous fan to the stands. 3 seed in next week's SEC Senior Night was spoiled in Rupp Arena when Vanderbilt handed Kentucky Basketball a shocking loss in the Wildcats' home finale in Lexington, 68-66. Keep this page bookmarked for updates as Stoops and the Wildcats look catch up with Southeastern Conference foes and in-state rival Louisville while putting the final touches on their 2023 class. The Alabama native made visits to both UK and U of L during the month of June and chose the Wildcats over the Cardinals and other reported offers from the likes of Arkansas, Florida State, LSU, Miami, and Michigan. Career stats: 1,196 yards, 13 TDs passing; 2,088 yards, 36 TDs rushing; 578 yards, three TDs receiving; 123 tackles, 1 sack; 2 KO return TDs; 21/30 PATs; 1 forced fumble; 2 fumble recoveries; 1/1 PATs. Notes: 2021 Class A title game MVP; 2021 CJ third team all-state offense; 2021 AP second team all-state offense. Career stats: 736 yards, 9 TDs receiving; 113 yards, 1 TD rushing; 31 tackles, 1 interception; kickoff return TD. Tanner Lemaster is the next in a long line of those players to commit to Kentucky that includes former Wildcats C.J. 4 player in the state of Tennessee. 247Sports ranks him as the No. The prospect displays good eye discipline, not fixating on the quarterback in the backfield. On Kentucky: "Ive talked to Vince Marrow (recruiting coordinator)here and there. What to know: The No. Y29tL25ld3MvaW1wYWN0LWFuYWx5c2lzLXZvbHMtY2xvc2UtdGhlLWRlYWwt An honorable mention All-State selection as a defensive back as a junior, Conyer. Position What to know: One of the top 70 defensive line prospects in the country per the 247Sports Composite, Tavion Gadson de-committed from Florida State after visiting Lexington the weekend before the early signing period. 2022 stats: 902 yards, 14 TDs rushing; 813 yards, 10 TDs receiving; 51 tackles; punt return TD; kickoff return TD; forced fumble. One, Conyer has long been a priority target for the Volunteers with Tennessee sitting in the drivers seat for most of his recruitment. The Vols won out in the end and have now added a critical piece to their defensive committed class. The 6-0, 220-pound Florida native committed to Michigan State in November but reopened his recruitment a little more than one month later. They can help me be a professional," he said. 2022 stats: 166-263-6, 2,415 yards, 23 TDs passing; 1,741 yards, 28 TDs rushing. 2021 CJ and AP all-state second team offense; 2021 KFCA Class 4A, District 4 player of the year. He's based out of Long Beach, CA and travels around Southern California and the country covering top high school football prospects. Career stats: 2,021 yards, 36 TDs rushing; 294 yards, 4 TDs receiving; 2 kickoff return TDs; 92 tackles; 1 sack; 8 interceptions, 1 for a TD. Entering college football's early signing period (Dec. 21-23),. And whether Mr. Football should be based on one outstanding season or honor the cumulative accomplishments of a career is a major point of debate. 2022 stats: 292 yards, 3 TDs receiving; 63 yards rushing; 9 tackles; 1 interception. [Recruiting]: Oregon makes top 10 for elite 2022 RB George Pettaway, [Pro Ducks]: Deommodore Lenoir already impressing in 49ers' rookie minicamp, [Pro Ducks]: Ionescu returns from injury with a vengeance in Liberty win over Fever, [Pro Ducks]: Golden State Warriors officially re-sign Jordan Bell. bS9ucy5odG1sP2lkPUdUTS1NRjZQWFhDJmFtcDtndG1fYXV0aD1LaEg2aGVD What to know:Kentucky recruiting coordinator and tight ends coach Vince Marrow has branched out of the Buckeye State in recent years to lure prospects to Lexington, but he still loves to sign an Ohio tight end. Kentucky football recruiting 2023 commitments Nasir Addison Position: Athlete High School: Irvington (Irvington, New Jersey) 247Sports Composite rating: 3 stars Commitment status: Signed. "That was big," Conyer said of seeing the potential for early playing time at Tennessee. Part of four straight district titles, three straight region titles and two Class 5A runner-up teams. I feel like its a good program and there's a lot of upcoming talent. "They said that they like my size because I'm tall and they like my speed. The recruiting ace scored late commitments from four-star prospects Jared Casey and J.J. Weaver out of Louisville. Instead, the cornerback keeps his focus on the receiver at hand in man-coverage and shows great awareness while playing zone for other receivers who enter his territory. High school:Frederick Douglass (Lexington, Kentucky). Career stats: 5,839 yards, 62 TDs passing; 57 yards, 9 TDs rushing. More. Kentucky jumped back into the mix after Brohm's departure, however, and when it came time for Gilbert to sign his National Letter of Intent on Feb. 1, 2023, the 6-5, 275-pound Indianapolis native chose the Wildcats. 3 min read. 2023 Minute Media - All Rights Reserved. LmpzcmRuLmNvbS9zL2NzLmpzP3A9MjI1NDYnIHR5cGU9J3RleHQvamF2YXNj Wide receiver/kicker, Lexington Catholic (9-2). Josh Heupel continues to add Tennessee football defensive players for Fourth of July weekend, and they continue to come from players out of states of rival SEC schools. Class of 2023. Volunteers Shop Tennessee Tickets Contact Us The Ticker. Y29tc2NvcmUgPSBfY29tc2NvcmUgfHwgW107CiAgX2NvbXNjb3JlLnB1c2go However, that 2019 group started a trend. Kentucky could have clinched the No. Quarterback, Letcher County Central (8-3). Also, it's in the SEC and not too far from my hometown.". "I was excited because of the tradition within the program; my dad told me about it. South Warren High School (KY) is home to Cristian Conyer, a 2023 athlete that is starting to pick up steam on the recruiting trail. Bowling Green (Ky.) South Warren defensive back Cristian Conyer is approaching his announcement date. Kentucky has a few options remaining on their recruiting big board, namely Jeremiah Collins and JaKeem Jackson. The Cats' 2023 On3 Media, Inc. All rights reserved. The South Warren defensive back and athlete is ranked the No. Film tells rest of their success story. What to know:After missing out on in-stateprospect Cristian Conyer over Fourth of July weekend, Kentucky bounced back days later by landing the commitment of Alabama Christian Academy's Avery Stuartover Auburn and Florida State. Career stats: 1,582 yards, 22 TDs receiving; fumble recovery TD. c3NlZS5yaXZhbHMuY29tJTJGbmV3cyUyRmltcGFjdC1hbmFseXNpcy12b2xz No one should expect to make money from the picks and predictions discussed on this website. 2022 stats: 831 yards, 18 TDs rushing; 94 yards, 2 TDs receiving; 28.5 tackles; 1 sack. In-depth analysis. 2022 stats: 722 yards, 8 TDs receiving; 228 yards rushing, punt return TD, kickoff return TD, safety. ICAgfSkod2luZG93LGRvY3VtZW50LCdzY3JpcHQnLCdkYXRhTGF5ZXInLCdH Kentucky could have clinched the No. Fan poll has its say, Support my work with a digital subscription. Jakob Dixon:How PRP receiver earned a scholarship from Kentucky football in just 3 days, Commitment status: Flipped from Florida State to Kentucky, signed Dec. 21. Wide receiver/defensive back, Hopkinsville (6-5). Kentucky's freshman point guard went down with a right lower leg injury at the 18:14 mark in the second half and did not return. Afterward, a dejected John Calipari fulfilled his postgame responsibilities to the media with an Tonight's 68-66 loss to Vanderbilt stinks, but the question on everyone's mind right now is, how is Cason Wallace? Career stats: 2,688 yards, 40 TDs rushing; 342 yards, 4 TDs passing; 5 fumble recoveries; 78 tackles. aXB0PgogIDxpbWcgc3JjPSJodHRwczovL3NiLnNjb3JlY2FyZHJlc2VhcmNo Feel free to reach out anytime and be sure to follow my work on twitter. While listed as an athlete, Conyer can play all over the field on either side of the ball. The current sophomore already has nice size, standing at 6-foot-1 and weighing in at 180-pounds, and having such a frame makes Conyer very versatile with what all he can do from a physical standpoint. These things should be a huge boost to the Vols when he arrives. Career stats: 3,165 yards 41 TDs rushing; 221 yards, 1 TD receiving; 8 tackles, 1.5 sacks. The other consensus four-star prospect in the state's 2023 class is South Warren athlete Cristian Conyer. The vibes were at a high in the leadup to tipoff, but the Big Blue Nation left Rupp Arena wishing they could go back to the beginning of the night. Lakeland's Rolijah Hardy drives hard to the hoop in a regional championship game vs. Wekiva High School on Friday, Feb. 24, 2023 at Wekiva High School. Conyer committed to Tennessee over Kentucky. While Oregon and other schools await the decision of 2021 5-star JT Tuimoloau, Mario Cristobal and his staff continue to prepare for the recruiting trail to reopen in June. Notes: Led the Chargers to the 2022 Class 6A District 4 championship with a win over perennial power Male and the teams best record since 2013. Conyer chose the Vols out of a final two of Tennessee and Kentucky. Scores/Schedule Roster Statistics. Read more: Making the case for JT Tuimoloau to Oregon. The Bowling Green, Ky. native is the top-player from the Bluegrass State and Kentucky made a strong, late push to try and keep the blue-chipper from leaving the state. I'm working on the rest of my camp schedule," he said. The Bowling Green native ranks as the fourth best player in the state of Kentucky in the 2023 class. Being able to close the deal over the home state Wildcats is big, seeing as hes a Bowling Green native with Kentucky swinging until the final hours. In the class of 2023, Kentucky is just one spot short of that number. What to know:The Wildcats picked up a victory over Louisville on the recruiting trail by landing Koby Keenum's commitment July 9. 2022 stats: 722 yards, 8 TDs receiving; 230 yards, 5 TDs rushing; 3 interceptions, 2 for a TD; punt return TD; 31 tackles. High school:Springfield (Springfield, Ohio). South Warren defensive back Cristian Conyer (2) and Frederick Douglass wide receiver Dane Key (12) squared off during last year's Class 5A state championship game at Kroger Field in Lexington.. Quarterback/defensive back, Collins (6-5). High School: Irvington (Irvington, New Jersey). With the commitment of Conyer, Tennessee still has work to do at the cornerback position for the 2023 class. 2022 stats: 147-228-4, 2,139 yards, 26 TDs passing; 620 yards, 14TDs rushing, 1 defensive interception. "He seems like a cool guy. Conrad and Justin Rigg, current Kentucky tight end Brenden Bates and 2022 signee Josh Kattus. Max Torres is the publisher and lead editor of Ducks Digest. Notifications can be turned off anytime in the browser settings. 2021 AP all-state first team defense; 2021 CJ all-state honorable mention defense; led team in tackles twice. Heres a detailed look at what Conyers commitment means for Tennessee. A versatile defensive back breaks down what an offer from the Ducks means for his recruitment. Career stats: 4,227 yards, 50 TDs passing; 426 yards, 9 TDs rushing; 421 yards, 2 TDs receiving. Reach recruiting and trending sports reporter Brooks Holton at bholton@gannett.com and follow him on Twitter at @brooksHolton. Cristian Conyer is the kind of recruit who could have an outsized impact on Kentucky football in the near term especially, but with a longer-term impact we might not measure accurately for some time. Breaking news. In the 2018 recruiting cycle, Kentucky did not sign one in-state prospect. He tallied 31 tackles and three sacks in nine games as a senior for Cathedral. One of the Bluegrass State's top high school football prospects has committed to Tennessee. Wide receiver/defensive back, Pulaski County (9-2). The South Warren High School standout is the fourth defensive back commit in Tennessee's class but just the first cornerback. The No. 2022 stats: 1,119 yards, 21 TDs rushing; 251 yards, 2 TDs receiving, 1 FG, 19/19 PATs, 2 fumble recoveries. The Ducks recently threw their hat in the ring, and will have to contend with two big schools that are much closer to home in the Louisville Cardinals and the Kentucky Wildcats. Version 17.09 released February 19. What to know:Austin Ramsey's verbal commitment June 13 was the first win from the Wildcats' first major recruiting weekend of the summer. Taking that into account, adding a guy like Conyer is a huge deal. Writing was my first passion and I'm thrilled to be a part of the team. The 6-4, 180-pound wideout reported receiving a scholarship offer from the Wildcats on Nov. 1, visited Lexington on Nov. 12 to watch UK lose to Vanderbilt and committed on Dec. 5. What to know: Kentucky's first new commit of the early signing period, Jayvant Brown signed with the Wildcats on Dec. 21. https://volswire.usatoday.com/2022/07/03/cristian-conyer-commits-to-tennessee-vols-football-recruiting/, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Breaking news. The 6-foot-4, 360-pound lineman picked UK over reported offers from Penn State, Pittsburgh, Miami, Illinois, Boston College, Virginia Tech, Nebraska, Maryland, West Virginia and others. Get a yearly subscription for $99.95/year or $9.95/month. Dan Lanning continues adding to his coaching staff for the 2023 season. Dec.3, 2021 He runs the 100 and 200 meters, along with the 4x100 and 4x200. UK, however, recruited Dixon as a tight end "because of his size and athleticism." It is not just an in-state school. He has been seen to line up in the backfield at times and shows good patience and vision when finding a hole. dCgic2NyaXB0IiksIGVsID0gZG9jdW1lbnQuZ2V0RWxlbWVudHNCeVRhZ05h The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only. They are competing with schools from all over for top recruits. Career stats: 1,368 yards, 19 TDs receiving; 315 yards, 4 TDs rushing; 171 yards, 2 TDs passing; 98 tackles, 1 sack, 4 forced fumbles, 2 fumble recoveries; 6 interceptions. Running back/defensive back, Owensboro (9-2). "I'm mainly focused on my grades and getting stronger along with my explosion and overall skill set.". VE0tTUY2UFhYQycpOwo8L3NjcmlwdD4KPG5vc2NyaXB0Pgo8aWZyYW1lIGhl 2022 stats: 623 yards, 10 TDs receiving; 302 yards, 4 TDs rushing; 1 TD passing; 42 tackles, 1 sack, 1 forced fumble, 1 fumble recovery, 2 interceptions. In four consecutive recruiting classes, Kentucky has signed at least five in-state high school prospects each year. Avery Stuart:Alabama Christian 4-star defensive back commits to Kentucky football, High school:South Paulding (Douglasville, Georgia). Cristian Conyer (2) has been an offense, defense and special teams ace for South Warren. He followed that performance up with 83 tackles (37 unassisted), 20 tackles for loss and nine sacks as a senior. Kentucky still has just seven class of 2023 commits after missing out on Conyer. All three of those prospects took official visits to Tennessee in recent weeks and could be nearing decisions before the summer months conclude. Scores/Schedule Roster Statistics. They are targeting quite a few other prospects intending to commit in July as well, so this should be a huge recruiting month for them. Weve come up with a list of top candidates and their qualifications and set up a poll online so you can vote on your favorite. Wade and Alice Houston are known from hoops. All betting content is intended for an audience ages 21+. Conyer's last two visits included a stop at Rocky Top Palooza in May and an official visit last weekend, which allowed him to hit it off even more with several of the top guys that Tennessee is recruiting. Kentucky also landed top-ranked player WanDale Robinson before a late flip to Nebraska for the top-100 recruit. I can't wait to meet him," he said of Chance. As a senior with Pleasure Ridge Park, the 6-5, 210-pound wideout recorded a team-best 64 receptions for 1,089 yards and 15 touchdowns. Football. Conyer becomes the 14th member of the Volunteers 2023 class, the ninth on the defensive side and the first cornerback of the cluster. The Wildcats saw top-ranked player Rondale Moore head to Purdue out of Louisville (Ky.) Trinity and made an immediate change. Your account has an invalid email address. In-depth analysis. With the recruiting dead period set to expire at the end of the month, Conyer already has a solid idea of the schools he will prioritize visiting. I see Tennessee on everybody's top five list here lately.". He also occasionally showed off his hands, catching 18 passes for 287 yards and a TD. Teams have already taken notice and extended offers to the young student-athleteschools such as; Kentucky, Louisville, Eastern Kentucky, and Miami (OH). A Vermont girls high school basketball team forfeited out of the Vermont Division IV state tournament after refusing to play against a team that includes a transgender player. The 6-foot-6, 235-pound tight end reported offers from Tennessee, Cincinnati, Indiana, Iowa State, Kansas and others. Finding talent from other regions is still very important, but protecting the backyard is a priority for the Kentucky football program. I really like the way he coaches his players. Tennessee and Kentucky battled to the finish line for Bowling Green (Ky.) South Warren high school standout cornerback Cristian Conyer. 2022 KY Volleyball. Career stats: 2,361 yards, 27 TDs rushing; 649 yards, 5 TDs receiving, 177 tackles; 1 kickoff return TD; 2 fumble recoveries; 1/2 PATs. Graduates in 2023. "Ohio State and Auburn for sure, maybe Cincinnati. Tennessee and Kentucky battled to the finish line for Bowling Green (Ky.) South Warren high school standout cornerback Cristian Conyer.Moments ago, the prized prospect from the Blue Grass state . Following the decisions of Conyer and Weathersby, Tennessee football now has 14 commitments from seven different states. High School Tennessee (NCAA) South Warren (HS) Pos CB; Height 6-1.5; Weight 170; Timeline; Prospect Info. JyZndG1fcHJldmlldz0nKydlbnYtMScrJyZndG1fY29va2llc193aW49eCc7 The No. UT led in this recruitment from the get-go, but Mark Stoops wouldnt go down without a fight. A top-30 linebacker on 247Sports' composite rankings, Brown will participate in the All-American Bowl on Jan. 7 in San Antonio, Texas. MP Stats for iPad Stat keeping for basketball teams. Watch Highlights Tennessee Volunteers Class FR News. Notes: Rated as a three-star recruit by 247Sports.com and Rivals. While Louisville focuses on a national recruiting plan. "They are getting a hard-working, willing to do anything to help the team win a national championshippunt returner, defensive back, kick returner, receiver corner or safetywhatever it takes to help the team win. This story was originally published November 4, 2022, 8:27 AM. What to know:Kentucky's third in-state commitment in the 2023 class, Malachi Wood committed to UK over reported Power 5 offers from Louisville, Purdue, West Virginia and Maryland. As you can see, Conyer is uniquely skilled at staying with his man on defense, and he can guard the other teams biggest receiver. LEXINGTON Kentucky football pulled in the highest-ranked recruiting class of the Mark Stoops era during the 2022 cycle. While Louisville focuses on a national recruiting plan, Kentucky is committed to building its roster from the inside out. helped Cougars to back-to-back district championships and a 2021 region championship in Class 4A. ! pic.twitter.com/oBjpEWSIyt, Cristian Conyer (@ConyerC2) July 3, 2022. 2022 stats: 1,776 yards, 21 TDs rushing; 74 yards receiving, 3 tackles; 1.5 sacks. He's covered the Oregon football and recruiting beats for four years. Notes: Leading rusher and second leading scorer in Class 2A. With Conyers decision, the Vols have four people likely to play defensive back already committed in this class. High school: Lake Wales (Lake Wales, Florida), What to know: Jaremiah Anglin Jr. joined Kentucky's 2023 class on Aug. 6, when he committed to the Wildcats over reported scholarship offers from Alabama, Florida State, Penn State, Tennessee and more. All rights reserved. PRO PHOTOGRAPHY. To know that he is coming here was a big part of my decision.". Frankford native Kaden Moorman followed two months later, but the running back has since de-committed to explore other options. Career stats: 6,192 yards, 63 TDs passing; 8 TDs rushing. However, the other three commitments are safeties, so Conyer is the first guy who appears to be more of a cornerback, which is a big deal. Wood was the first offensive lineman to commit to UK after it hired Yenser. Very excited," he said of his emotions after receiving the offer. 22-23 Varsity Football. High school: Pleasure Ridge Park (Louisville). He initially committed to Maryland in October 2021 before reopening his recruitment in July. Build your customFanSided Daily email newsletter with news and analysis onTennessee Volunteers and all your favorite sports teams, TV shows, and more. Cristian Conyer could be the gem of that Kentucky class as the defensive prospect has a legit shot at being the No. Laser focused and locked!!!! High school:Roman Catholic (Philadelphia). The South Warren standout measures in at 6-foot-1, 170 pounds and is considered the 15th-best cornerback of the class with a Rivals Rating of 5.8. Limited Ads. 3 seed in next week's SEC Senior Night was spoiled in Rupp Arena when Vanderbilt handed Kentucky Basketball a shocking loss in the Wildcats' home finale in Lexington, 68-66. Notes: States second-leading rusher at 176 yards per game behind Bell County junior Daniel Thomas. Players Jersey Player 25 Bell, Avrin 6 Burns, Preston 10 Burton, Luke 2 Conyers, Cristian 7 Dervisevic, Eldar 18 Givens, Drew 50 Hardesty, KJ 45 Hudson, David 38 Jackson, Jake 4 Leach, Trenton 23 Martin, Kobe 2023 KY Fast Pitch Softball. Already without Sahvir Wheeler for a sixth straight game, Kentucky Basketball will likely have to finish the job against Vanderbilt without point guard Cason Wallace, who exited Wednesday night's contest with 18:14 remaining on the clock. Banks is the No. Conyer chose the Vols out of his final two schools: Tennessee and Kentucky. High school:Alabama Christian Academy (Montgomery, Alabama). Defensive back/wide receiver, South Warren (6-5). They like that I can play both sides of the ball.". . Career stats: 4,414 yards, 51 TDs passing; 2,279 yards, 42 TDs rushing; 854 yards, 13 TDs receiving; 168 tackles, 8 defensive interceptions; fumble forced, fumble recovered. The Ducks haven't had a first-round cornerback in more than 25 years. I'm Eric, but you may know me as Cainer on the radio. 2022 stats: 413 yards, 17 TDs rushing; 369 yards, 3 TDs receiving; 18 yards, 1 TD passing; 100 tackles; 7 sacks, 1 interception, 1 fumble forced. Career stats: 3,671 yards, 47 TDs rushing; 732 yards, 8 TDs receiving; 54 tackles; 3.5 sacks. Another important aspect in Conyer's decision was just how quickly Josh Heupel has turned around the Tennessee program. That dipped all the way to eighth in the league last fall. As more and more college coaches advance into looking hard at the next class, with the current class (2022) still being the primary focus, the process for Conyer will pick up even more, but until then, the rising junior is focused on what he can control. 12 prospect in the Bluegrass State's 2023 class. A couple of weeks later, Addison pledged to UK amid interest from Michigan State, Ole Miss and Florida State. Gilbert is the 46th-best defensive line prospect in the Class of 2023 and the third-best in the state of Indiana, according to 247Sports' composite rankings. On Sunday afternoon, South Warren (KY) cornerback Cristian Conyer announced his decision to play for the Volunteers. 3 seed in the SEC Tournament with a win over Vanderbilt. South Warren High School (KY) is home to Cristian Conyer, a 2023 athlete that is starting to pick up steam on the recruiting trail. All advice, including picks and predictions, is based on individual commentators opinions and not that of Minute Media or its related brands. Twitter mentions and other sleepers: Micah Carter, St. Xavier (Purdue commit); Saadiq Clements, Henderson County (Purdue commit); Damin Green, Bryan Station (career 1,776 yards, 17 TDs receiving); Quintel Thomas, Eastern (1,628 yards, 12 TDs rushing); Carson Wright, Pikeville (102 tackles, 4 sacks this season). When I get there in January, we will be ready to go.". Notes: Tennessee commit and three-star recruit by 247Sports.com with 11 college offers. Conyer was notified of the offer through his high school coach. This time, he added an athlete out of Kentucky who is likely to play defensive back. bnllciZjNT0yMDIyNzMzMTUxJmN2PTIuMCZjaj0xJmNzX3VjZnI9MCIgLz4K On Sunday afternoon, South Warren (KY) cornerback Cristian Conyer announced his decision to play for the Volunteers.The 6-foot-1, three-star DB out of Bowling Green chose UT over Kentucky following a heated race for the prized recruit that came down to the very end. He committed to Kentucky over finalists Cincinnati, Michigan, Penn State and Oklahoma. Helped Yellow Jackets to 2021 district and region championships in Class 5A. 2022 stats: 70-133-8, 1,143 yards, 13 TDs passing; 1,722 yards, 32 TDs rushing; 2 fumble recoveries; 1/1 PATs; 16 tackles. Cristian Conyer is a true athlete. The No. 2022 KY Field Hockey. The media Mr. Football comes later. Only once have the two diverged. City Bowling Green, KY; Class 2023; Watch . Listed at 6-foot-9 by Rivals, Wood could be one of the tallest players to ever suit up for the Wildcats, though it should be noted recruiting website measurements are notoriously inconsistent. MjI3MzMxNTEiLAogICAgYzc6ICJodHRwczovL3Rlbm5lc3NlZS5yaXZhbHMu bjsKICAgICAgICB3W2xdPXdbbF18fFtdO3dbbF0ucHVzaCh7J2d0bS5zdGFy With a kid that has that athletic ability, Josh Heupel and his staff are going to find ways to get him on the field and be a contributor., -- Adam Gorney, National Recruiting Director for Rivals. As a junior, Ziesmer was named second-team All-State by The Courier Journal. Notes: 2021 AP all-state honorable mention offense; holds school record for rushing yards in a season with this years total. "Ive been an Oregon fan since I was a little kid. Here was a big part of the Bluegrass State 's 2023 class a team-best 64 receptions for 1,089 yards 15! 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