[Updated w VIDEOS] Ellis McCarthy Commits to UCLA!
by bruinclassof10 on Jan 17, 2012 7:00 AM PST
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News of his commitment was just posted on Scout's front page and confirmed in a subscriber only article by Scout's Brandon Huffman. This is a monumental commit - I cannot stress how important an elite D-lineman was to this recruiting class and his commit is also very telling of our current staff's persistence.
Here's what we now know
1. It looks like we have our confirmed ace recruiters. Demetrice Martin is reportedly the driving force behind McCarthy's commitment and is our guy with regards to recruiting in the San Gabriel Valley. An 8-clap for Coach Martin, Coach Klemm and the other coaches who made this happen. In this day and age, it's refreshing to see someone communicating to the fans, so thank you Coach Klemm for announcing the commits via Twitter.
2. Tosh Lupoi's move to UW may lead to more decommits from Cal.
3. Our staff is headed in the right direction - a complete team needs big nasties also known as BENnies (Big Erudite Nasties) on the offensive side of the ball. Props to firstto100 and Telemachus, respectively for the monikers. However, to play up to their talents, the linemen need to go up against tough, talented D-linemen as well. We are building the foundation for a strong offensive and defensive line - this will greatly benefit our revamped secondary.
UPDATE (P) - Confirmation for this news from all the usual sources, including the now familiar 8-clap from Coach Klemm, as well as 4everBruins' fanshot. Awesome news to cap off the holiday weekend, and welcome to the family, Ellis!
UPDATE II (N): Here is an LAT feature video on McCarthy being a dominant defensive force in the prep scene:
Here is another video of McCarthy going toe to toe with the best O-line man. Video from Rivals.com:
Finally, check out this SI.com piece with video on McCarthy being a "rushing monster." GO BRUINS.
This is a FanPost and does not necessarily reflect the views of BruinsNation's (BN) editors. It does reflect the views of this particular fan though, which is as important as the views of BN's editors.
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Well that was fast!
Wonder how the scramble at Cal recruiting is going right now…
Wow. That was fast.
Was the Tosh move just today as well?
yes it was!!
that means only more good things can be down the road.
i personally am very ready to welcome another shaq (thompson ss, 20 overall, cal commit who tweeted earlier about having lots of thinking to do) to los angeles
would be sweet
but most likely not on Thompson, even with Tosh gone…You think big bro Syd’Quan is gonna let him play anywhere else?
Yep.
I was just looking at Cal’s recruits this afternoon thinking the Ellis and Shaq would be(among others) would be really great additions. I feel like I did when we got Owa.
Been a Bruin since birth
Give him time
Not all D-linemen are Brian Price All-World freshmen. Owa is raw but with a halfway decent D-line coach, he’ll be throwing Matt Barkley around, in the fall :-)
Dump Dan!
by bruinclassof10 on Jan 16, 2012 10:00 PM PST up reply actions
True, but Owa will be a junior this year.
Time to start making some noise.
by Kenneth Powers on Jan 17, 2012 8:35 AM PST up reply actions
He's had to play
for Bullough and Tresey, with Mike Linn as his S&C coach. No one on that DL improved at all in the last two years. No one.
But hey, what do I know. I’m just the 800 lbs bruin in the room.
Amazing isn't it?
Never seen a collective group so stagnant or regressed as they get more time playing. Not getting excited until I see these “kids” improving on the field.
Very true
I would say in the past 2 years hardly anyone has emerged. I look forward to seeing Owa and the rest of the D (Abbot and Kendricks stick out, as well as Datone reaching his potential) step up next year. With some good coaching (read: fundamental tackling) this could be a very good defense.
Needed a good DLcoach as well as S and C coach
He will be ok, watch.
Been a Bruin since birth
by LongtimeBru on Jan 16, 2012 10:00 PM PST up reply actions
In Sal I trust
Sal Alosi that is, not Fat Sal’s (as a courtesy to UCLA Athletics, in-season athletes should be banned from that establishment)
Dump Dan!
by bruinclassof10 on Jan 16, 2012 10:04 PM PST up reply actions
Now if we can get a really good D coach
Been a Bruin since birth
by LongtimeBru on Jan 16, 2012 10:13 PM PST up reply actions
I think you just invented
an appropriately descriptive word there.
by BillytheSid on Jan 17, 2012 12:05 AM PST up reply actions
Thanks for bumping this to the front page, Editors!
I was quite elated when I heard the news myself so the writing is brisk but the McCarthy commit is HUGE news.
Dump Dan!
Thanks for doing a great job writing it.
And thanks to McCarthy for the material!
greg in denver, U.C.L.A. guy for life - BruinsNation.com
I know what you mean.
But we can’t have that yet, we still have more recruiting to do.
Been a Bruin since birth
by LongtimeBru on Jan 16, 2012 10:03 PM PST up reply actions
It sounds like QB Millweard is real close as well. Really had a great visit.
Behind firewall, so I won’t say anymore.
Been a Bruin since birth
Wow... so awesome!
I can’t believe this… What a great pickup. Our recruiting class looks fairly awesome so far :)
A double win
We take a good recruit away from U.C. Berkeley. Excellent!!
Nice Job Klemm
I was saying earlier today that with Tosh gone, McCarthy might be the easiest steal from Cal because of the fact that he’s in SoCal and his parents dig UCLA. Shaq is a NorCal guy, so i doubt he would flip. A WR from Cal would be another solid get.
Martin got McCarthy
He grew up with McCarthy’s dad
Woops.
That’s what I meant. I think we might be able to swoop on Jordan Payton also. Is anybody else concerned about Mccarthy switching again?
by Bruin_jim on Jan 17, 2012 7:59 AM PST via Android app up reply actions
I think
McCarthy’s parents really wanted UCLA too, so I don’t see him switching anymore.
I would love to get Jordan Payton though, because it’s been sooooo long since UCLA has had a stud receiver. He’s from Oaks Christian, ho we let him get a way is incomprehensible. Oh wait a minute, no it’s not. #Screwthepistol.
But hey, what do I know. I’m just the 800 lbs bruin in the room.
Apparently
the staff isn’t as hot on him, but I don’t know much else.
But hey, what do I know. I’m just the 800 lbs bruin in the room.
I think Lucien could be that stud WR
not only does he have the skills and athleticism, but it’s been pretty apparent he’s competitive as hell and driven to win. That bodes good things, especially with Yarber coaching him now
by bucknellbruin on Jan 17, 2012 12:54 PM PST up reply actions
So exciting
I was wondering for months why we couldn’t keep this kid home. Welcome Ellis. Great job
all.
How is UCLA going to fit him onto its roster?
He would be the 27th member of the class, and according to Scott Enyeart UCLA only has room for 17. What’s going on?
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UCLA will find a way to manage the roster
UCLA fans shouldn’t worry too much about concern trolling from a Trogan such as Scott Enyeart.
The dislike for USC beat writers is understandable, but it's pure numbers.
If UCLA does need to shed ten scholarships, I would not find “we’ll find a way” reassuring.
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Aaah
It is pure concern trolling. Bruins have already kicked off 3 players for team violations. That means we have 20 spots as of right now. It is also unclear how many of RN’s previous commits will stick. In recruiting there is always give and take when a new coaching staff takes over. As usual there is always attrition in every program.
So whoever Mora wants, the coaching staff will find a way to get in under the scholarship numbers allotted for the program. I find the worry from fans of other program – especially from an tOSU fan – pretty amusing. It is also kind of telling.
For now it's best to wait and see.
As you said, a coaching staff transition almost always causes higher than normal attrition, it it remains to be seen if UCLA gains or loses commits in the meantime. I don’t have anything against UCLA’s program, and I don’t think most people nationally do either. Enyeart might, but for now the numbers are just something to keep in mind.
Also, I’m interested in this sort of thing as a college football fan, not as a tOSU fan. I’m aware of the program’s various troubles and try to avoid try throwing stones from a glass house. It certainly would have been an interesting time if UCLA hired Tressel as a certain % of your readership wanted.
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I agree with that Semi
The numbers are certainly something to keep in mind but as someone who has followed recruiting and personnel management for years, I am not all that worried about it. I am confident it will work out.
Semi
Have you asked this question to all the big SEC teams? They do this every single year, and somehow things work out. Some guys will flip, some guys won’t qualify academically, some current players will leave.
I for one am very happy that they are going over the limit. It is time for this program to develop a killer instinct and not put its feet up just because we’ve “filled” our slots. You go after the best players and deal with the rest later.
But hey, what do I know. I’m just the 800 lbs bruin in the room.
I have.
Most of them find shady ways of getting guys off the team. Some that don’t really oversign, like Derek Dooley at Tennessee, are nevertheless absolute stinkers as player welfare is concerned. I have respect for UCLA, and I hope it doesn’t have to resort to forcing athletes who have been doing things right off the team. We’re not to that bridge yet; we’ll see.
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It is not going to happen
Some of our commits will come in as early entry. We already have had few dismissals (deserved one) stemming for disciplinary issues. There is good chance some recruits previously committed to Neuheisel regime will look elsewhere (ie Raymond Ford is now looking at Nebraska). We are confident it will all work out in amicable ways and within rules at UCLA.
As long as we end up with 85 guys giving their best to represent UCLA football,
I will be happy with next season’s roster.
by Gen2Bruin1987 on Jan 17, 2012 1:00 PM PST up reply actions
Stay calm...levelheaded...
watch video
OMFG HE’S AN ABSOLUTE MONSTER!!!!
He’s got DT size and DE pass rushing skills.
Must…stay…calm….
A little Spray n' Wash...
…will help Matt Barkley clean his uniform after meeting Ellis McCarthy in November.
this is great
hoping Owa and McCarthy have great seasons next year. Our front 4 needed some work. Gotta be the first to admit that I didn’t think Mora would do this well at recruiting. He’s got a great staff, and probably has a flair for talking to these young men. Here’s hoping for the best. GO BRUINS!
by Strathmore&Gayley on Jan 17, 2012 8:01 AM PST reply actions
Interesting...
That we get a DL recruit without a DC hired. I’m sure Martin let Ellis know who is coming in. That is a great sign!!
by Waitingfornumber12 on Jan 17, 2012 8:09 AM PST reply actions
Interesting angle
Is that optimism I sense in Bruins Nation?
greg in denver, U.C.L.A. guy for life - BruinsNation.com
I am a half full type of guy.
Seriously think about it though. Why would a DL commit without knowing who his Coordinator will be and what system said coordinator runs? I’m sure Martin had to tell Ellis and his parents who the coordinator will be and what system will be ran.
by Waitingfornumber12 on Jan 17, 2012 8:50 AM PST up reply actions
Cautiously Optimistic, my friend
=)
Dump Dan!
by bruinclassof10 on Jan 17, 2012 10:18 AM PST up reply actions
Shows
How Chianti Dan has ruined UCLA atheltics when all we can do is hope and be optimistic rather than be proud of winning Pac-12 titles.
by Waitingfornumber12 on Jan 17, 2012 10:28 AM PST up reply actions
Yet he still hauls in a high 6-figure salary and rewards himself with a cruise
Unbelievable.
Dump Dan!
by bruinclassof10 on Jan 17, 2012 10:33 AM PST up reply actions
What's wrong with Spaulding, or the Costa Concordia?
greg in denver, U.C.L.A. guy for life - BruinsNation.com
Buon giorno!
Che non va con la Costa Concordia? Amo il Chianti!
But hey, what do I know. I’m just the 800 lbs bruin in the room.
Problem with comparing Guerrero with the Concordia's captain is
the captain ran at the first sign of trouble. Guerrero would still think everything was fine.
by Gen2Bruin1987 on Jan 17, 2012 12:56 PM PST up reply actions
lmao
Yup! Would talk about strapping things on to stop sinking..
Lifevest filled with Chianti
Afterall, it has been PROVEN that Chianti is lighter than water. Not only does it keep you afloat but you know those straws that you usually have to blow into to inflate the vests? Now you can suck on em as the chianti brings you a sense of calm and pleasure, rendering you completely oblivious to the fact that your boat has already sunk and the ship is going down around ya
Awesome!
He looks like a beast. Go Bruins.
"Success is never final, Failure is never fatal. It's Courage that counts" - John Wooden.
What I like with this kid
is that he doesn’t just bull rush the OL. Clearly he is a man amongst teenagers, but he doesn’t just use his physical superiority to bet them. I see moves and fakes that you don’t usually see in high school players. I don’t know much about this stuff, having never played football…but I think I can tell!
But hey, what do I know. I’m just the 800 lbs bruin in the room.
Ellis's Father
"We’re happy he is staying close to home, we get to see him play in college. As a family, we always wanted him to go to UCLA. Once he wanted to go there, things fell into place.’’ — Ed McCarthy.
Like music to my ears.
http://espn.go.com/blog/los-angeles/preps/post/_/id/14125/mccarthy-commits-to-ucla
Video
Makes him look like the dude in Fast Times at Ridgemont High.
Hail to the Hills of Westwood.
thanks for the post BC10!
man McCarthy will make the rest of the defense look really good! the havoc he creates is just going to open it up for everyone else. he is just what we need to if we are going to run the 3-4. Bruin football is back and with attitude! hahahaha
GO BRUINS!
you're welcome BruinArts!
always happy to share good news
Dump Dan!
by bruinclassof10 on Jan 18, 2012 12:40 AM PST up reply actions
So watched the videos again...
After letting the initial excitement sink in, the kid is so fast, agile and strong for his size. Wow. I love the fact how in most of the plays when he hits the ground, gets right back up and into the play again. The effort is incredible, more than I can say about some on the things we saw last season on the Bruins.
We don't have to worry about him feigning injury to take the play off
right Tosh?
Dump Dan!
by bruinclassof10 on Jan 18, 2012 11:56 AM PST up reply actions
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