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Akron RB Dennis Kennedy (official thread)

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i think it's a great fit. he should come in and contribute right away if he's as good as HH says. double plus for choosing to stay in the buckeye state. goodluck dennis, i'll be rooting for you
 
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http://www.sun-sentinel.com/sports/sfl-kennedy27jul27,0,3097518.story?coll=sfla-sports-headlines

Ex-Stranahan back Kennedy shiftstoAkron

-- Christy Cabrera Chirinos
Posted July 27 2004

Former Stranahan running back Dennis Kennedy, who in February signed with Ohio State, will not be playing for the Buckeyes.

Kennedy said on Monday that he has accepted a scholarship offer from the University of Akron.

Kennedy, who visited Akron's campus last weekend, said there had been problems in getting some of his paperwork to Ohio State. By the time the errors were cleared, Kennedy says, the Buckeyes told him it was too late to meet academic requirements and suggested he attend a junior college.

Instead he chose Akron.

"I feel I'll fit into this offense, and it's a great opportunity for me to play right away," Kennedy said. "[Ohio State] wanted me to go through a junior college, but I chose another option. At first I was disappointed, but I feel better because everything happens for a reason. There's a great atmosphere up there."

Kennedy is not the first South Florida football player to find himself dealing with admission issues at Ohio State this year. Former Suncoast standout Da-Juan Morgan orally committed to OSU last November, but his scholarship offer was rescinded because his grade-point average was not among the top half of his graduating class. In February Morgan signed with North Carolina State.
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Best of luck Dennis!

HH- Thanks again for keeping us informed
 
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DK sounds like a hard-working young man (not kid) who has faced more than his share of obstacles (i.e. his father passing away).

HH sounds like he was trying very, very hard to get DK a free college education and steer him in a positive direction.

Looks like it worked...and kudos to both of you. I wish DK nothing but the best as a Zip.
 
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Thanks for keeping us informed, HH.


Dennis: I sincerely hope you're not too bitter about being jerked around by OSU. Hopefully you are aware that you will have a TON of Buckeye fans rooting for you at Akron. Best of luck and I look forward to seeing your highlights on SportsCenter! :)
 
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Keep the faith Dennis...you will now prolly be the most popular Zip in history as the Buckeye nation is still pulling for you. I hope this path leads you to a wonderful life, god speed young man. As your schedule allows drop in from time to time and let us know how you are doing. We are in your corner and admire your courage and your perseverance. Stay strong.

HH, glad to know these kids have someone to help them through such trials. Dennis is better for having known you and for that I hope your days are easy. Don't waiver, Buckeye fans will show you your faith is well placed as we cheer Dennis on.
 
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gbearbuck said:
good luck to Dennis....

What is with the quote about Akron wanting to join the Big East... was I the only one who noticed that...?
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Half the MAC teams including Crakron will be lucky to be D1A after this season. They might want to put some butts in the seats before they think about moving up to the Big East. Even Marshall was only able to move up the C-USA.
 
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exhawg said:
Half the MAC teams including Crakron will be lucky to be D1A after this season. They might want to put some butts in the seats before they think about moving up to the Big East. Even Marshall was only able to move up the C-USA.
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guess it was only a matter of time till someone had to post something negative.

Best of luck dennis, give em hell!
 
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