Patrick Hall- 6’1 181 lbs,

Position: RB/DB

Forty-4.4 Seconds

Position Ranking: 4 (Scout)
Position Ranking: 2 (Rivals)

****   4 Stars Recruit- (Scout)
***** 5 Stars Recruit- (Rivals)

Random Facts:

(1) Cousin to NFL players: former USC Trojan; Keary Colbert, and Florida St Seminoles; Lorenzo Brooker.
(2) Favorite Midnight Snack- Fruity Pebbles
(3) Nickname: Birdie

Santa Margarita Coach on playing against Patrick Hall:
"Patrick Hall is our focal point," Jacot said. "We feel like he is the guy that we have to look out for when we are on offense and the guy we have to key on when we are on defense."

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Remember former USC assistant Lane Kiffin coach who became the Oakland Raiders head coach who got fired, and was hired  two months later to be the Tennessee Vols’ head coach?

A lot has happened in the short time period as the new Vols’ head coach. He’s already gained the respect from the Tennessee fans, working long hours before the signing period is up, and creating a buzz in Tennessee. Even before his first day on the job Steve Spuirrer took a jab on his recruiting efforts. Welcome to the Sec, Mr. Kiffin.

The Sec just got a little more tense, rougher, and a tougher battleground for recruiting since superstar recruiters Ed Orgeron, and David Reaves are on Vols’ wagon. As the recruiting effort comes to a close, I’ll keep you updated on the Tennessee Vols.

Tennessee Vols Coaching Staff

Offensive Coordinator and Offensive Line Coach

Jim Chaney – 2008- Rams Tight End Coach, 2006-07 Rams Assistant Offensive Line coach, 1999-2006 Purdue Offensive Coordinator, 1997-2001 Purdue Recruiting Coordinator

Defensive Coordinator

Monte Kiffin – 1996-2008 Tampa Bay Buccaneers Defensive Coordinator, 1995 New Orleans Saints Defensive Coordinator, 1992-1994 Minnesota Vikings Linebackers Coach, 1991 Minnesota Vikings Defensive Coordinator, 1990 New York Jets-Linebackers Coach, 1986-1989 Minnesota Vikings-Linebacker Coach, 1984-85 Buffalo Bills Linebackers Coach, 1983 Green Bay Packers Linebackers Coach, 1980-82 North Carolina St, 1979 Arkansas Assistant Head Coach,  1977-78 Arkansas Defensive Coordinator, 1973-76 Nebraska Defensive Coordinator, 1966-72 Nebraska Graduate Assistant

Special Team Coordinator & Running Backs Coach

Eddie Gran – 1999-2008- Auburn Running Backs Coach, 1994-98- Mississippi Running Backs Coach, 1994- Idaho State Wide Receiver Coach 1992-93- Cincinnati Wide Receivers Coach, 1990 Miami Linebackers Coach and Graduate Assistant, 1991 Miami Quarterbacks Coach, 1989- East Carolina Graduate Assistant-Defensive Backs, 1989- Southeast Missouri State-Running Backs Coach,  1987-88 California Lutheran Wide Receivers Coach,

Wide-Receivers Coach

Frank Wilson -2008 Southen Miss Running Backs Coach, 2005-2008 Old Miss Running Backs and Special Teams Coach,

Linebackers Coach

Lance Thompson – 2007-2008 Alabama Outside Linebackers Coach, 2004-06 UCF Defensive Coordinator, 2002-03 LSU Assistant Head Coach, Recruiting Coordinator and Tight ends Coach, 2001 Georgia Tech Defensive Line and Recruiting Coordinator, 1999-2000 Alabama Defensive Coordinator, 1995-98 Georgia Tech Defensive Line and Recruiting Coordinator

Defensive Backs Coach

Willie Mack Garza -2005-08 North Dakota State Defensive Backs and Defensive Coordinator, 2004 Tarleton State University Defensive Backs Coach, 2001-03 Texas Christian University Defensive Backs Coach, 1997-2000 Western Michigan Defensive Back Coach, 1994-96 University of Texas-Austin Graduate Assistant

Recruiting Coordinator and Defensive Line Coach

Ed Orgeron -2008 New Orleans Saints Defensive Line Coach, 2005-07 Mississppi Head Coach, 1998-2004 USC Assistant Head Coach, Recruiting Cooridnator, and Defensive Line Coach, 1995-1997 Syracuse Defensive Line Coach, 1994 Nicholas State Linebackers Coach, 1988- 1992 Miami Defensive Line and Graduate Assistant Coach, 1986-87 Arkansas Assistant Strength Coach, 1985 McNeese St. Cowboys, 1984 Northwestern State Graduate Assistant

Quarterbacks Coach

David Reaves – 2002-2008 South Carolina Quarterback and Recruiting Coach

Tight ends Coach and Tackles

James Cregg – 2006-07 Assistant Offensive Line Coach, 2000-03 Colgate Defensive Line Coach, 1997-1999 Colorado State Graduate Assistant

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Would one consider USC’s season a failure since they didn’t reach the BCS Championship game?

The loss against Oregon St was unbelievably tough to swallow, and left a reminder to the nation that this year team was beatable, or human after all. However, the Pac-10 didn’t help USC in the Media’s eye by losing important OCC games, and not having a consist number one team. It was not until the last week of the season that the Pac-10 title winner was established.

The Trojans had tough luck, once again, and could do nothing to help their chances in the National picture for the BCS Championship. A one loss Florida team will play a one loss Oklahoma team on Thursday for the BCS Championship. Many have argued that a one loss Florida team shouldn’t have jumped the Trojans since they loss at home to Old Miss while USC played an Oregon St away. One should not argue too much with the details since it’s comparing apples to oranges, or rather crystal to roses.

What one can look back is a season that fellow Trojans should be proud of. We didn’t know what to expect of new quarterback Mark Sanchez. Would he fulfill the legacy left by Carson Palmer, Matt Leinart, or the often loved/hated John David Booty? He stepped right into the job, and played great when it counted. He had first year jitters, but finished off the year on a high note with an astonishing performance against Penn St.

Damian Williams demonstrated why he was so converted by the Razorbacks. He established himself as the number one receiver in first year as a Trojan. Rojo and Patrick Turner also played well in countless number of games. Videl Hazelton was lost in the shuffle, and decided to pursue his career elsewhere.

The Running backs were also supportive, and played a pivotal role in USC’s offensive. Their wasn’t a running back who become a standout back, but each had their moment this year. Stafon Johnson, C.J Gable, Joe Mcknight, Broderick Green, and even Marc Tyler got playing time. Sadly, Broderick Green decided to transfer and will be a Razorback next year.

Defensive, defensive, and defensive was the main component that troubled every Trojan’s opponent. Speed, agility, and a NFL caliber mentality created havoc for everyone, and not even the ageless Joe Paterno could stop it. Pete Carroll should be proud of this year unit.

With so many talented athletes at every position one couldn’t believe that Emmanuel Moody to be last Trojan to transfer, and it wasn’t the case. Vidal Hazelton, and Broderick Green both transferred. It wasn’t their time at USC, and they should be well-prepared and conditioned at their future program.??USC might not have the respect from across the country, but we did see USC look-a-like being formed in the North-west and in Tennessee. Two former assistant coaches Steve Sarkisan and Lane Kiffin were hired, and told to build their own Rome. Along the way, both took with them some fellow Trojan’s coaches, and hoping their philosophies, guidance and personalities will make a lasting impression to change their respected program.

As for the future, USC will once again be a driving force for next year. People believe the talent will be down a notch, with the massive graduation, but expect them to be front runners to win the Pac-10, and challenge for a national championship. Yes, they did lose some outstanding players, but this is expected in the Pete Carroll era.

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Former USC Trojan David Bluthenthal Le Mans-#13 in the Orange jersey.

In the French League thru 11 games:

He’s averaging 10.3 points, 3.9 Rebounds in 27 min per game.
He’s shooting 45% -2 point field-goals
He’s shooting 40% -3 point field-goalsIn the Euro league thru 7 games:
He’s averaging 14.0 points, 4.4 Rebounds, in 36 min per game.
He’s shooting 46%- 2 point field goals
He’s shooting 49%- 3 point field goals

Sadly, Les Man is 0-7 in the EuroLeague.

In the French League, Le Mans is 8-3 and sits in 5th place.

Former USC Trojan Davon Jefferson- Maccabi Haifa Heat #5 has been playing very well.
He’s averaging 12.6 points, 6.3 rebounds in 22.4 min per game.
He’s shooting 58.6 % from the field.

Haifa Heat is 6-2 and sits in 3th place Israeli League.

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Former USC Trojan Jeff Trepaginer is back! He’s back playing basketball in the U.S in the D-League for the Bakersfield Jam. If he plays well, hopefully he can get signed to a NBA contract. The Jam have a roster filled with two x-college superstars: Mateen Cleaves and DeMarus Nelson.  I remember Mateen Cleaves in his glory days. It seems every other play, his name would be echoed and Michigan St was unstopped with the ball in his hand.

In two games Jeff Trapaigner is averaging 6.5 points, 1.5 rebounds in 12.5 min per game.

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