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2011 Prized QB Recruit Speaks

by Michael Wolczik on September 1, 2009

in Tennessee Vols Football Recruiting

Christian Lemay

Christian Lemay

Christian Lemay (Butler H.S/ Matthew NC) is one of the most highly sought-after quarterbacks in the 2011 high school class. Many recruiting experts believe he will be a five star talent and he has all the tools to prove them correct. The 6’2 200 pound junior is considered a multi dimensional talent. Lemay spoke with ESPN affiliate VolNation to discuss his recruitment and upcoming season.

“Right now, everything is pretty much the same,” said Lemay. “I haven’t been really thinking about anything. I haven’t been able to get much because I am not in school and seeing my coaches. School just started. It was pretty busy at the time during the spring when things started picking up. Right when the season started, I just put everything on the backburner. I have 12 offers so far. Mississippi State offered last week. I can’t really tell you any school showing more attention than the other. Pretty much everybody was sending me questionnaires and coming to my school. They came to my school to see my tackle Kendal Lamb, and some other guys on my team. Guys like Chris Ross, Deion Walker, Juwan Edwards, and Mark Bridges. These guys are pretty high on some recruiting lists. Some of these guys have been receiving interests from schools like Michigan, Georgia, and Florida State.”

He discussed his strengths and weaknesses and what he has to improve on before making the leap into college ball.

“My strength is that I have a strong arm,” said Lemay. “First off, I am a pocket passer. I can also tuck it down and run. I can use my legs, so I consider myself multidimensional. Some things I need to work on are my accuracy. I also have to work on being able to read coverage and make better reads.”

Volunteer fans may want to close their eyes and skip over the next quote. Lemay discussed his favorite childhood team.

“When I was little, I actually rooted for Florida,” said Lemay. “That might not sit well with you all, but I grew up in Gainesville until I was about thirteen. I then moved up to North Carolina to start a church with my dad and the family. My baby brothers and sister grew up Gator fans. I have become sort of neutral. Tell the readers that I am sorry (laughter), but I grew up in Gainesville.”

The Volunteer coaching staff has been coming on hard for the junior quarterback. Last season he recorded 1800 yards passing and 16 touchdowns. He added 350 on the ground.

“Tennessee has been coming on hard as of late,” said Lemay.

Lemay concluded the conversation by discussing his timeline for a decision.

“I really don’t have a timeline,” said Lemay. “Things change and coaches go to different places. The coach that could be recruiting you could be gone by the time you go to the school. You just never know. Whenever I hear the word from God where I am supposed to be is where I will go. It could be tonight and it could be right before signing day.”

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