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'08 PA LB Shayne Hale (Pitt signee)

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I'll help ya out. :biggrin:

Very impressive film. His size is obvious and he might be bigger than the 6'4 220 he is listed as. As for his play it is obvious to see why we offered early. He seems to know the play before it starts because his reactions are that fast, and when he meets you in the hole you arent going anywhere but up in the air and on your back. And probably the most impressive thing of his film was after he sticks the guy in the hole he doesnt stand over him and taunt him, but he reaches his hand down to help the guy up.

Even with the in-state crop next year I would say this is a very good offer, and Shayne will be a for sure 4-star prospect and could very easily be a 5 star.
 
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crazybuckfan40;626858; said:
I'll help ya out. :biggrin:

Very impressive film. His size is obvious and he might be bigger than the 6'4 220 he is listed as. As for his play it is obvious to see why we offered early. He seems to know the play before it starts because his reactions are that fast, and when he meets you in the hole you arent going anywhere but up in the air and on your back. And probably the most impressive thing of his film was after he sticks the guy in the hole he doesnt stand over him and taunt him, but he reaches his hand down to help the guy up.

Even with the in-state crop next year I would say this is a very good offer, and Shayne will be a for sure 4-star prospect and could very easily be a 5 star.
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We are on the same page...except for the size. Looks about right to me..maybe even a little shorter than listed. I edited my post to add my evaluation.
 
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Gators prepare for rematch
By Michael Love, Sports Editor
Wednesday, November 8, 2006 The first meeting with Penn Hills -- a 41-7 loss on Oct. 13 -- was one the Gateway varsity football team would like to forget.
Since finding out they would face the Indians again this Friday in the quarterfinals of the WPIAL Quad A playoffs, the Gators have been using that tough loss to Penn Hills as motivation.

"In the first game, Penn Hills capitalized on our mistakes and put us away quickly," said Terry Smith, Gateway head coach.

"It will be a tough battle this week."

Gateway has won three games in a row since the Penn Hills loss, dispatching Fox Chapel and Kiski to close out the conference schedule and downing Shaler on the road last Friday in the first round of the WPIAL playoffs.

Smith said a number of factors have contributed to the recent winning streak, including the elimination of costly turnovers.

"The kids are excited," Smith said.

"They understand what's in front of them. All any team wants is a chance and that's what they have."

Friday's game will be at Norwin High School, the scene of the last playoff game between Gateway and Penn Hills.

The WPIAL semifinal matchup featured a first-half touchdown by Penn Hills' Kenny Lewis and a field goal from Gateway kicker Matt Lichtenstein.

Justin King was the difference, rambling more than 50 yards for the game-winning score in the final minutes.

Smith thought the game would be played at Norwin or Plum.

"Norwin Stadium is a great venue for high school football," Smith said.

Against Shaler, Gateway jumped out to a quick 14-0 lead in the first quarter on touchdown runs of 1 and 76 yards from Cameron Saddler.

"We came out and set the tone early against Shaler," Smith said.

"That gave the kids the confidence and momentum to put the game away."

Saddler, who is gaining more and more Division I attention, including interest from Big Ten power Michigan, finished the game 228 yards on 31 carries and three touchdowns.

He totalled 229 yards and scored the only touchdown in the first meeting with Penn Hills.

"Cameron is the lifeline of this team," Smith said.

"He was voted captain this year as a junior. It's only the second time in the program's history that that has happened. He's a vocal and emotional kid. The team follows him."

Ryan Lichtenstein added a 32-yard field goal.

Freshman quarterback Rob Kalkstein completed four of 10 passes for 40 yards against Shaler.

Jonathan Pryor, Corey Brown, Mike Manso and Brian Williams each caught a pass.

"Everyone is stepping up and making plays," Kalkstein said.

"This is an exciting time for everyone."

The defense has surrendered just 13 points the past two games.

"You have to have all 11 clicking on defense," said Shayne Hale, Gator junior linebacker.

"We have to stay focused and play hard. You can throw the records out in the playoffs. Nothing is guaranteed."

Penn Hills overcame nine turnovers (seven fumbles and two interceptions) in their 34-6, first-round victory over Latrobe.

The Indians produced three defensive touchdowns against the Wildcats, a 50-yard interception by Eric Taylor, a 21-yard fumble return by Aaron Williams and an eight-yard interception return by Teddy Blakeman.

Aaron Williams led the way with seven carries for 96 yards and a touchdown.

Friday's game will be broadcast by FSN Pittsburgh as part of McDonald's High School Football.

The game will be on same day delay at 10:30 p.m., following the Pittsburgh Pen- guins postgame edition of Pittsburgh Sports Tonight.

Paul Alexander will call the action with Craig Wolfley.



The first meeting with Penn Hills -- a 41-7 loss on Oct. 13 -- was one the Gateway varsity football team would like to forget.

Since finding out they would face the Indians again this Friday in the quarterfinals of the WPIAL Quad A playoffs, the Gators have been using that tough loss to Penn Hills as motivation.

"In the first game, Penn Hills capitalized on our mistakes and put us away quickly," said Terry Smith, Gateway head coach.

"It will be a tough battle this week."

Gateway has won three games in a row since the Penn Hills loss, dispatching Fox Chapel and Kiski to close out the conference schedule and downing Shaler on the road last Friday in the first round of the WPIAL playoffs.

Smith said a number of factors have contributed to the recent winning streak, including the elimination of costly turnovers.

"The kids are excited," Smith said.

"They understand what's in front of them. All any team wants is a chance and that's what they have."

Friday's game will be at Norwin High School, the scene of the last playoff game between Gateway and Penn Hills.

The WPIAL semifinal matchup featured a first-half touchdown by Penn Hills' Kenny Lewis and a field goal from Gateway kicker Matt Lichtenstein.

Justin King was the difference, rambling more than 50 yards for the game-winning score in the final minutes.

Smith thought the game would be played at Norwin or Plum.

"Norwin Stadium is a great venue for high school football," Smith said.

Against Shaler, Gateway jumped out to a quick 14-0 lead in the first quarter on touchdown runs of 1 and 76 yards from Cameron Saddler.

"We came out and set the tone early against Shaler," Smith said.

"That gave the kids the confidence and momentum to put the game away."

Saddler, who is gaining more and more Division I attention, including interest from Big Ten power Michigan, finished the game 228 yards on 31 carries and three touchdowns.

He totalled 229 yards and scored the only touchdown in the first meeting with Penn Hills.

"Cameron is the lifeline of this team," Smith said.

"He was voted captain this year as a junior. It's only the second time in the program's history that that has happened. He's a vocal and emotional kid. The team follows him."

Ryan Lichtenstein added a 32-yard field goal.

Freshman quarterback Rob Kalkstein completed four of 10 passes for 40 yards against Shaler.

Jonathan Pryor, Corey Brown, Mike Manso and Brian Williams each caught a pass.

"Everyone is stepping up and making plays," Kalkstein said.

"This is an exciting time for everyone."

The defense has surrendered just 13 points the past two games.

"You have to have all 11 clicking on defense," said Shayne Hale, Gator junior linebacker.

"We have to stay focused and play hard. You can throw the records out in the playoffs. Nothing is guaranteed."

Penn Hills overcame nine turnovers (seven fumbles and two interceptions) in their 34-6, first-round victory over Latrobe.

The Indians produced three defensive touchdowns against the Wildcats, a 50-yard interception by Eric Taylor, a 21-yard fumble return by Aaron Williams and an eight-yard interception return by Teddy Blakeman.

Aaron Williams led the way with seven carries for 96 yards and a touchdown.

Friday's game will be broadcast by FSN Pittsburgh as part of McDonald's High School Football.

The game will be on same day delay at 10:30 p.m., following the Pittsburgh Pen- guins postgame edition of Pittsburgh Sports Tonight.

Paul Alexander will call the action with Craig Wolfley.
 
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http://www.pghsports.com/psr-KeystoneRecruiting.php

Keystone Recruiting:

Coach Terry Smith at Gateway High School in Monroeville has had his share of top prospects in his career, and he boasts two of his best ever for the 2008 class.

Linebacker SHAYNE HALE is now up to 6'4" and 230 pounds, according to Smith. While he consistently runs in the 4.8's in camps and combines, Smith says it's during the game when Hale turns it on.

"He definitely has game speed," says Smith. "When you see him on tape he is flying around all over the field."

According to Smith, Hale already has written offers from many schools, among them Penn State, Pittsburgh, Ohio State, Michigan, Tennessee, West Virginia and Rutgers.

It's very early in the process but Hale's trip to Columbus earlier in the season to see Ohio State, his favorite team, has apparently had a profound effect on the star linebacker.

"Ohio State is the team out in front," says Smith.

Hale's teammate will not get as many offers but it's not because of talent. CAMERON SADDLER is only 5'7" and 160 pounds, but don't be fooled by his slight stature.

"Pound for pound, he just may be the best player in Pennsylvania next year," says highly respected Metro Index founder and former NFL scout, Joe Butler.

Smith says he doesn?t know where schools will play Saddler, but he knows they will find a place.

"There isn?t much tape of him on defense," says Smith, "so all the colleges see is his offensive and return highlights. And on those, they see him scoring about 20 touchdowns in all kinds of dazzling ways. I know any team that takes him will use him as a return man, that's for sure."

Saddler scored five touchdowns on kick returns this year, one shy of tying a national record.

So far, Saddler has written offers from Pittsburgh, North Carolina and Temple but Smith sees many more in the horizon.

"We are going up to Michigan soon and I wouldn't be surprised if they offered him," says Smith of the speed demon.

"It's too early now to figure out where Cameron is going," says Smith, "especially since he will be getting a lot more offers once more schools see him."

"I really don't have any favorites to watch or any team I'm leaning to, or anything like that," says the soft spoken Saddler. "I'm just going to take my time and enjoy everything."

"I think both could be regarded as top five players in the state this year," says Smith.
 
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Wow...a positive article for OSU from a PA news source. I really would like to see us lock up Hale and Torrence early.

Hey cheetah...like 40 asked in the Prior thread, please make sure you are posting a link to articles like this. Thanks!
 
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From the PSU site...Shayne appears to be favoring leaving the area (Pitt and PSU). Michigan, Pittsburgh, Ohio State, West Virginia, Tennessee, Penn State, Virginia, North Carolina and Wisconsin are in touch.
 
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