Town discusses USC commitment
Ricky Town had been committed to Alabama early in the recruiting process but since he flipped to USC last January the four-star quarterback has not looked back.
The Ventura (Calif.) St. Bonaventure standout is weeks away from heading to college and he's thrilled. Town, rated as the third-best pro-style quarterback in the 2015 class by Rivals.com, said playing for the Trojans was a lifelong dream and it's becoming reality.
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Town is expected on campus for the spring semester.
"I can't wait to be a part of the USC Trojan program," Town said. "I can't wait.
"First off, it's a dream come true. I've always wanted to be a USC Trojan ever since I was a little kid. So going in that direction and it being right around the corner I'm really looking forward to it.
"Also I think it's just a tremendous opportunity. I'm just looking forward to seizing that opportunity and making the most of it."
Town, No. 67 in the 2015 class and eighth in the California state rankings by Rivals.com, has developed a great relationship with the new USC coaching staff.
The St. Bonaventure recruit likes coach Steve Sarkisian and position coach Clay Helton very much and that has only helped ease his transition into his decision. USC was always a favorite for Town and he said his recruitment has basically stopped from every other school.
"My relationship is great," Town said. "That was pretty much the biggest reason why I committed there, the coaching staff. Right from the get-go I knew I could play for them and I love each and every one of them.
"It's stopped. It's died down a lot. I get an occasional letter here and there but it's pretty much stopped."
Town showed off his ability especially late in St. Bonaventure's loss to Westlake last Thursday. During some final drives, Town took ownership and seemingly called the plays during no-huddle situations. He picked apart the defenses and put some late scores on the board.
"I told our coach to put the ball in my hands and I can make things happen," Town said. "When we go tempo, no-huddle I can read the defenses better and move the ball."