Social Hour: Baylor loses first recruit following Briles dismissal
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There was plenty of reaction to the firing of Baylor coach Art Briles on Thursday, including a decommitment from one Baylor recruit. Kedrick James, a four-star tight end, announced that he would open up his recruitment. He had been verbally committed to the Bears since July 2015
Due to the departure of Coach Briles, I'd like to open my recruiting and decommit from Baylor. Thank u Baylor staff esp Coach Lebby & Bedell
— Kedrick James (@kedrickjames044) May 26, 2016
Art Briles’ daughter posted an emotional reaction to the ordeal on Facebook.
Art Briles daughter, Staley Lebby, posts her thoughts on facebook about her father's firing at #Baylor. pic.twitter.com/TbCq4iEGWS
— Mike Leslie (@MikeLeslieWFAA) May 26, 2016
Les Miles posted a tribute to LSU’s live Tiger mascot, Mike. Mike was recently diagnosed with a rare form of cancer and is undergoing treatment.
I'm thinking about my buddy Mike as he goes through a tough time...I know he will fight like an LSU Tiger !!!LM pic.twitter.com/KEQIeyUrrz
— Les Miles (@LSUCoachMiles) May 26, 2016
Ohio State had a fun day to wrap up the spring semester. Part of the festivities included a softball game, where strength coach Mickey Marotti showed off his home run power.
.@MickeyMarotti is the strength coach for a reason...#Champions #MickeyMashing ⚾️👋 pic.twitter.com/TadRJzfyvz
— Ohio State Football (@OhioStateFB) May 26, 2016
The Sun Belt announced an affiliation with the Arizona Bowl for the 2016 season. The game, which will be played on Dec. 30 in Tucson, will have a Sun Belt team square off with a Mountain West squad.
The Sun Belt announces a new affiliation with the Arizona Bowl. A Sun Belt team will play a Mountain West opponent: https://t.co/8Fid7VapR8
— Dr. Saturday (@YahooDrSaturday) May 26, 2016
Former Auburn offensive lineman Jordan Diamond announced that he will finish out his college career at Miami (Ohio), As a graduate transfer, Diamond can compete for RedHawks immediately.
Ex-Auburn offensive lineman announces landing spot https://t.co/RpBChgdI7J
— Brandon Marcello (@bmarcello) May 26, 2016
Kendrick Edwards is staying in Arkansas. The former Arkansas Razorbacks wide receiver announced that he will continue his career at Arkansas State.
Extremely blessed and thankful for this new opportunity at Arkansas State University!! #6shooter #WolvesUp 🐺🤘🏽💯 pic.twitter.com/H1CCfV9HjI
— Kendrick Edwards II (@Seis_GoDeep) May 25, 2016
Ohio State completed its 2018 schedule by announcing a home game against Tulane on Sept. 22.
Ohio State announces 2018 game with Tulane. Will be played on September 22, 2018 at Ohio Stadium: https://t.co/BmqHngTjXJ
— Dr. Saturday (@YahooDrSaturday) May 26, 2016