And so it begins

The really great thing about football season is that it really never ends. Sure the games themselves come to a halt, but there's all the behind the scenes drama that can sometimes be way more interesting!

One of the best times for me is seeing all these young guys and their parents smiling ear to ear on the day they officially sign their letter of intent with the university they're going to attend. After watching Bryce Brown play in the U.S. Army All-America Bowl this past weekend it's no surprise that Miami has been recruiting him to no end! Interestingly enough, the standout running back from East High didn't score on the ground but created space and caught two wide-open touchdown passes to help his team win. Brown truly showed his versatility in that game and will definitely be an asset at "The U."

While Bryce's story is a little bit more glamorous I think I am more intrigued by the less flashy story of the kicker from Derby, Evan Engwall. Engwall has a beast of a leg. If you've ever watched Derby play, or practice for that matter, you know the extent of Engwall's power. Today, Engwall is getting a visit from the special teams coach at Stephen F. Austin University in Texas. He's been offered a full scholarship to the school and is no doubt ecstatic about his opportunity. If he takes it great, if not, that's great too. These kids have worked so hard and to be even given the opportunity to pursue their love of football to the next level is proof that hard work counts. Honestly, I don't think it matters where either of these young gentleman attend college, because they're both extremely talented and I believe they will both eventually be playing on Sundays.