USC a final contender for Ohio ATH Koy Beasley, will commit this summer
One name that has not been mentioned much in recent weeks in USC recruiting is Cincinnati (Ohio) La Salle four-star athlete Koy Beasley. However, there might be a need to take a closer look at the four-star.
The 5-foot-11, 180-pound athlete announced Saturday that he will be committing on June 28 and USC is one of four major schools of interest. The other schools to know are Purdue, Pittsburgh, and Wisconsin.
Beasley is the No. 239 overall prospect and No. 11 athlete in the 2024 cycle, according to the On3 Industry Ranking, a weighted average that utilizes all four major recruiting media companies. He is also the No. 7 player in Ohio.
On3 rates Beasley higher than other recruiting services, according to the Industry Comparison. Per the 2024 On300, he is the No. 101 overall prospect, No. 3 athlete and No. 4 player in Ohio.
Where does USC stand?
This is somewhat of a difficult question to answer right now. Obviously being in the top-4 means he likes them, but compared to the other four, there is not much to go off yet. What we do know is that Beasley has scheduled official visits to the other three schools he is focusing on.
However, Beasley tells me he is hoping to “work out” an official visit being scheduled to USC.
“I’m still trying to figure USC [visit] out, but I feel good with them. I was out there for a week and liked it.”
Something to note: Those with knowledge of this recruitment believe there are currently unsure the Trojans will bring Beasley in for an official visit after the addition of Alabama transfer Tre’Quon Fegans filled a need for the future. WeAreSC will monitor and update as needed.
Outside thoughts
USC is another school that has attention of Beasley, per his conversation with On3’s Chad Simmons on May 9. He took an unofficial visit to the Trojans on April 8.
“Koy Beasley is in Ohio, but USC has to be viewed as a threat in his recruitment,” Simmons wrote on May 7. “He took an unofficial visit to L.A. last month during his spring break and he is eyeing a return visit for an official visit. Distance could factor in, but if Beasley gets back to USC, keep an eye on the Trojans.
Beasley discusses four schools of interest with On3
USC: “It’s a great program and if I go to USC, they’ll be a Big Ten team at that point. My family could come to the games when they’re playing in the Midwest.”
“Coach (Alex) Grinch is a great coach,” he added. “He’s from up here so he knows how football players here are tougher than other guys.”
Pittsburgh: “The coaching there is great. They’ve always been a winning program and it’s not too far from home. They wanted me there the first week for an official because that’s a big week for them so I feel like a priority and wanted there.”
Purdue: “I like their young coaching staff and that they have defensive-minded head coach. Their scheme is real simple but it’s effective. They talk a lot about like getting their talent to the NFL.”
Wisconsin: “Coach Fickell brings a winning attitude and winning atmosphere anywhere he goes.”
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