Tide Tidbits - 12/30/2007

Tide Wins 30-24
It was not pretty, but it was a win and keeps the Tide firmly in the lead as the nation's winningest bowler. A winning season of 7-6 is a lot better than a second consecutive losing season with a 6-7 record. Let's build for the future. RTR (Recruit Tide Recruit!)

Star Jackson Article
The hype surrounding Lake Worth senior quarterback Star Jackson became so intense so quickly that most coaches admit they were hesitant to believe what they were hearing. If he doesn't impress with his pinpoint passing, he'll get you with his timing, decision making or his ability to predict the behavior of an opposing secondary unit. Not to mention his knack for shedding oncoming defensive linemen while never taking his eyes off his receivers."He's elusive in the pocket, he stands tall and has a rocket for an arm," Dwyer coach Jack Daniels said. "He's the real deal."
-- Thanks BW for the link

Jones just keeps getting better
After an incredible junior year in 2006, it was easy to assume blue-chip receiver Julio Jones' stats might dip in 2007. "(It's amazing) what he's done the last three or four years, and the numbers he's put up, the things he's done for our team on and off the field, from a leadership standpoint," said Foley coach Todd Watson. "I've been fortunate enough to be around a lot of good players, and he's the best I've ever been around. I know there's a lot of other good players out there around the state, but he's something special."

Saban proves he’s back where he belongs
The Crimson Tide — to a man — seem ready to jump off a building for this guy. The win-loss record didn't change from a year ago, but it appears attitudes, outlooks on life and potential for future success did. "He's definitely a guy high on character," Alabama defensive end Wallace Gilberry said. "He brings a different twist to the game of football. He talks about things you would not even really think about. He's taught me a lot and bettered me on the field and off the field. I got more out of it than anyone else." "I only need one word to describe coach," Alabama's senior wide receiver D.J. Hall said. "Winner. It's hard to be lackadaisical around him. He's going to make sure you give everything you've got. I see incredible things for this program if coach Saban is here."

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