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'06 CA WR David Ausberry (USC signee)

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I just watched Ausberry's video reels on rivals and am torn on what to think. He definitely does have a good looking build at 6'4" 200+. That size is rare for a 17 year old WR. He has pretty good vision, as seen on his cutbacks and patience while returning punts. His hands look adequate and he uses his body well to shield off defenders, but he tends to let alot of passes get to his body where he cradles it in, rather than going up as if snatching a rebound on the hardwood. Also, none of his highlights really show him going over the middle on slants, drags or posts. Most are fades or corner routes. With his size, he has to be able to be that guy who can run the 10 yard drag and take a lickin' from a SS. Lastly, his speed leaves question marks. He appears to labor when he runs. I think there are better prospects with similar size right here in the Buckeye State, IMO.
 
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The latest pic of Ausberry...
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SCOUT.COM$ (Nebraska Site)

4/12/05

Nebraska is recruiting David extremely hard. They were the first to offer Ausberry. He recently received an offer from Ole Miss. He wants to get his weight up to around 220, he is at 212.

SCOUT.COM$ (Allen Wallace)

4/12/05

Ausberry says USC leads solidly over Ohio State, Cal, Nebraska (first to offer) and Fresno State. All have offered.

David will be camping at USC and Ohio State this summer, he said he doesnt know much about OSU's program right now but he grew up watching them.
 
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I like the sound of that last update. Even though he reiterates the fact that USC leads, I like to hear that he doesn't know to much about the program and is willing to go to the summer camps at tOSU to learn more. Once he gets on campus I'll bet he'll switch that leader.
 
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Lemoore star awaits recruiting barrage

By Jon Matsune
Sentinel Sports Editor

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LEMOORE - David Ausberry struggles to name the colleges which have shown interest in his football prowess.

There are just too many to remember.

"USC, Oklahoma, Nebraska, Texas, everybody,'' Ausberry says.

Ausberry's physical appearance alone is enough to raise eyebrows of college recruiters. He stands 6-foot-5, weighs 212 pounds - the epitome of the "big wide receiver,'' following the mold of 6-3, 225-pound Terrell Owens and 6-4, 210-pound Randy Moss.


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Throw in the fact that Ausberry can run the 40-yard dash in 4.5 seconds - and that he's broken most of Lemoore High's receiving records before his senior season - and he's bound to become what recruiters call a "blue-chipper.''

Ausberry is only a junior, so it'll be a several weeks before colleges can legally initiate the all-out recruiting blitz. But he knows it's coming.

So does Lemoore athletic director Thom Sembritzki, who became familiar with the recruiting process when he was the Tigers' head football coach.

Sembritzki had four players - Lorenzo Neal, Charlie and Tommy Jones, and Josh Kloster - who drew the attention of Division I recruiters before signing on at Fresno State.


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But with Ausberry, there will be more letters, more phone calls, more visits.

"It's going to be stressful for him,'' Sembritzki said. "The phone's never going to stop ringing.''

Ausberry is determined not to be swayed by all the attention, although he said it strengthens his resolve to become a better player.

"I don't let it get to me,'' Ausberry said. "I just try to stay the same, and do what I normally do.''

Athletically, Ausberry said improving his speed is his main goal.

When all is said and done, Ausberry could end up being the most heavily recruited football player in Kings Coun-ty history.

Ironically, he's gained more accolades as a basketball player. He recently captured West Yosemite League player-of-the-year honors for the second year in a row.

But Ausberry - also a standout sprinter and long jumper for Lemoore's track team - has known for quite some time that football would be his main sport.

"I've always liked it, I've been playing it since I was 9 years old,'' he said. "It's what I'm best at.''

A starter on the Lemoore varsity basketball player since he was a freshman, Ausberry has become something of a celebrity.

"Mostly, it's little kids who come up to you,'' he said. "It makes you want to do a lot better.''

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David Ausberry Introduction (USC Fan page)

Growing up in Ohio, liking the buckeyes as a kid, distance will not be a factor are the three main things I got out of this article.

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[font=Trebuchet MS, Verdana, Arial] To start off the first prospect article ever on this site, I have given the honor to David Ausberry. Ausberry, a two time All-League and Valley selection at Lemoore High School, played much of last year through a high ankle sprain and in a run-oriented offense. Despite that, he was able to accumulate 738 yards receiving on 37 catches with 7 Touchdowns. Add 20 carries and 350 yards and 6 Touchdowns to that total. He has made no excuses about injuries and the type of team he’s on as he plans to show what he can do on the field as a senior instead…[/font]

[font=Trebuchet MS, Verdana, Arial] [/font][font=Trebuchet MS, Verdana, Arial] With an average of 20 yards a catch and 18 a carry, he shows how many different ways he is unstoppable. His huge frame of 6-4/215 to go along with 4.5 40 speed, who could doubt him? His huge hands allow him to make unbelievable catches and very hard to defend especially with a 35 inch vertical leap. He also has pretty good upper body strength that he looks to build on. [/font]

[font=Trebuchet MS, Verdana, Arial] If you could compare him to any current USC player, Fred Davis fits the mold. The size, weight, and speed all measure up the same when Davis was coming out of high school. Although USC has been recruiting a load of tall receivers the past few years, they don’t feel it would hurt to add Ausberry as they have already offered him and see a bright future in the young man. He is not ranked as high as the previous tall receivers recruited by SC but by the end of his senior season, don‘t be surprised to see teams all over him. His stats may not be what you would think of as off the charts but with all the great qualities and potential, he will only improve. His senior season will be telling as he is finally healthy and expects to get more touches from his run-based team. He summarized competition with the following statement, “Everybody is trying to play up to your level, but you have to compete and not let them get there. You have to stay above the competition.” Asked on what he thinks he should improve on, he answered, “I have to improve on doing the little things. I have to get better at catching the short passes, because in college you have to catch everything that comes your way.” Playing time isn’t much of an issue for David but he would like to get to play early, “Early playing time would be good, but if I don't start as a freshman, I'd look forward to getting better and learning from some of the veterans.”[/font]

[font=Trebuchet MS, Verdana, Arial] As far as recruiting goes, the very athletic three sport athlete (football, track, basketball) absolutely loves USC and has already stated he is pretty sure USC will be his destination. Despite this, offers from Nebraska, Ohio State, Washington, Washington State, Fresno State, and others have arrived in his mailbox. He plans to take all 5 of his visits. Growing up in Ohio, the Buckeyes have been a favorite of his since a child and his father still lives there. His mother on the other hand, lives in California and would like him to stay in the state but he says he will make his decision not based on distance. Along with the Buckeyes, the Trojans and Fresno State have been childhood favorites. As far as a decision on what kind of school he’d like to attend, he states the following, "I want to have a good relationship with the coaches and players wherever I go. I also want to go some place with good academics.” Rankings of my site are not filled in yet, those will come in the summer. Tommarrow will feature Jamere Holland.
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[font=Trebuchet MS, Verdana, Arial] [/font][font=Trebuchet MS, Verdana, Arial]Article by SCtotheTOP- Contact at [email protected] for thoughts, questions, or any other concerns.[/font]

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I hope it is true...if you look back through the film study blog, I did a review of his video and I really feel like this kid is going to be special. He reminds me of Patrick Turner from the '05 class, who ended up being ranked between the #1 and the #4 WR, depending on who you asked...
 
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scout.com$

5/9/05

Ausberry says USC leads slightly over Ohio State, Michigan, California and Mississippi. He says he will camp at USC and Ohio State this summer and that its early in the process and thats the reason USC has a slight lead.

David recently spoke to a coach from OSU that was really cool in his opinion but that he did not remember his name.
 
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