Houston school has sleeper talent
While Booker T. Washington hasn't had a national recruit since Reginald Youngblood walked the halls at the inner city school, several sleepers are emerging from the one-time Houston hotbed.
Athlete Ernest Eastland headlines Washington's list because of his size and athleticism. The 6-foot-4, 210-pounder stars on the basketball team and will play quarterback entering his senior season. He played much of his time at receiver last year, and could project as a head-hunting safety in college.
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"I want to play football in college and I think I could be a great receiver or safety because of my size and speed," Eastland said. "I open right now as far as colleges go."
Eastland is open because no one knows about him. He attends a Houston-area SPARQ camp this week and will be doing some one-day local camps this summer to get some recognition.
"He's a legit prospect," Washington assistant coach Dan Colbert said. "He's versatile and physical enough to get recognized."
Speaking of physical - running back/fullback Michael Jason is a 5-foot-11, 200-pound bruiser who will get more offensive touches as a senior. The all-district selection is hearing from Kansas, Illinois, Iowa and Oklahoma State to date and will also be participating in local camps and combines.
"It's my time now," he said. "I've got to make the most of it."
Washington received a surprise in move-in Alex Grace from Cleveland, Texas. The newcomer of the year in that district, rushed for over 1,000 yards and received all-district honors. Along with Grace, wide-out Caleb Price (5-foot-10, 160-pound) and Jarvis Bates (5-10, 160-pounds) will also garner some looks.