Recruiting/Jordan Payton documentary
I am a sophomore at UM, and am part of a team working on a 4 part documentary that follows the recruitment and senior season of 3 elite, top 150 athletes, one of whom is top Michigan target Jordan Payton. As avid recruiting followers, I hope and think you guys will enjoy the documentary, as the goal is to give an inside look on what recruiting is really like for the athletes. Furthermore, as Michigan fans, you'll get a chance to closely follow the recruitment of Jordan Payton, who lists Michigan as his leader. Here's a link to the trailer, and if there is interest I'll provide updates as we get closer to the release of part 1. Thanks.
September 19th, 2011 at 2:14 PM ^
is this a recruiting violation of some sort?
September 19th, 2011 at 2:21 PM ^
Why would it be? The maker of this documentary doesn't seem to be offering counsel or advice regarding the choices the athletes make. I doubt the athletes are making money off this.
I don't get it.
September 19th, 2011 at 2:18 PM ^
no, we have been very careful to not commit any violations that would put the athletes at risk, which included contacting all schools involved with their recruitment and not filming any contact with college coaches which is a violation (what got Lane Kiffin in trouble at UT, or one of many things).
September 19th, 2011 at 2:23 PM ^
Is there a reason why you pick three schools in so Cal? Those three schools are known for having great athletic programs.
September 19th, 2011 at 2:35 PM ^
Just because everyone involved in the project is from Los Angeles so it was just more accesible for us. Down the line we would love to feature athletes from other states. The people interviewed are Jared Sullinger, Drue Holliday, and Mike Dunleavy Sr. just fyi. We really want to do a good job of showing what the recruiting process is really like, so any feedback or suggestions are appreciated.
September 19th, 2011 at 2:38 PM ^
I liked it so far and will be looking forward to watching the other parts.
I just asked about the California thing because I'm especially familiar with Mater Dei since I grew up in OC. I'll be looking for Xavier Johnson when they show those games on tv.
September 19th, 2011 at 2:24 PM ^
The clip at 2:42, "There's no mercy with my game" followed by him laying the wood on the ballcarrier is awesome. "You know, I'm gonna take it out on 'em no matter what."
September 19th, 2011 at 3:43 PM ^
That was my favorite part... Lol
September 19th, 2011 at 2:25 PM ^
Well done. Thanks for posting and I look forward to watching the series.
September 19th, 2011 at 2:38 PM ^
Watched it...NEED MORE... GO Blue!!
September 19th, 2011 at 2:39 PM ^
Looks great. Can't wait to check this out. It's a great concept too.
Recruiting really is amazing. These kids all of a sudden got so much attention. It's easy to understand why so many of them want to commit early and get the process over with.
September 19th, 2011 at 3:06 PM ^
By the way, what is that song?
September 19th, 2011 at 3:09 PM ^
blow up, by J.Cole
September 19th, 2011 at 2:40 PM ^
Please let us know when each piece is out there to see.
September 19th, 2011 at 2:45 PM ^
How'd you get 200 points in two days? That's remarkable.
September 19th, 2011 at 2:47 PM ^
the all-powerful Brian
September 20th, 2011 at 3:41 AM ^
Brians playing favorites now huh?
September 19th, 2011 at 2:47 PM ^
I don't know if it is something with my headphones or it might be by design, but the music comes in on one side and the recruits speaking on the other. Not sure if it is a big deal without headphones, just though I'd let you know.
September 19th, 2011 at 3:05 PM ^
thank you, we'll look into that.
September 19th, 2011 at 3:03 PM ^
Keep up the good work.
September 19th, 2011 at 3:51 PM ^
I thought to myself, "Wouldn't it be awesome and hilarious if a fan decided to make a documentary of a recruit just to get him to come to UM?" I mean, it takes some rounding up, but that's what's going on here.
September 19th, 2011 at 6:03 PM ^
Looks like a cool documentary but the audio levels need some serious work going forward. You need to compress and bring up the audio signals from the interview segments.
September 19th, 2011 at 7:26 PM ^
Really enjoyed it so far-I am definitely interested in seeing some of the parts recruits hate about being recruited 24/7
September 19th, 2011 at 7:44 PM ^
Yeah, that's a cool video. Jordan Payton sounds like a tough kid, I like that in a receiver. He'd be a great pick up.
September 19th, 2011 at 9:06 PM ^
this looks really interesting. i have one friend who just comitted to western michigan for football and another friend who comitted to butler for basketball and i have always wondered what it was like to be in their shoes for a day.. maby this will give me some insight
September 19th, 2011 at 9:07 PM ^
this looks really interesting. i have one friend who just comitted to western michigan for football and another friend who comitted to butler for basketball and i have always wondered what it was like to be in their shoes for a day.. maby this will give me some insight
September 19th, 2011 at 9:07 PM ^
this looks really interesting. i have one friend who just comitted to western michigan for football and another friend who comitted to butler for basketball and i have always wondered what it was like to be in their shoes for a day.. maby this will give me some insight
September 19th, 2011 at 9:12 PM ^
my internet is not working properly and keeps hitting me with the dreaded double and triple poasts, any suggestions?
September 19th, 2011 at 9:26 PM ^
Thanks, please keep us posted on when the videos come out. This looks like it's gonna be awesome.