Harris decides to head West
Greensboro (N.C.) Northern Guilford wide receiver Maurice Harris made his selection yesterday. The 6-foot-2, 194-pounder decided to head West to join his family.
"I committed to California and Coach Genyk," he said. "He was surprised and excited. He congratulated me."
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Harris is joining two of his family members at California in Zach Maynard and Keenan Allen.
"That's good because I get to play with my family, it's a one time thing and I'm excited to play with them."
Harris made the decision while visiting the campus.
"I wanted to wait and was thinking about it, but then I really wanted to go here and committed instead," he said. "I liked everything about California. I came here last year and I want to play here.
"I love the coaches and people. The coaches are just down-to-earth. They taught me a lot at camp and we have a good connection. I especially like Coach Genyk and Coach Daft. I can relate to them."
Academics were also a key ingredient in his selection.
"I like the academics," he said. "It's a top school and I know I can do well there. I have no clue what I want to study, but academics are first."
In addition, the three-star wideout sees the opportunity to play early for the Golden Bears.
"I know they have a couple guys leaving next year, so the chance is there to play early and that's good."