Star search
An analysis of recent recruiting classes at OU and OSU shows that highly rated prep players usually have standout careers with their college teams

 
By Jake Trotter
Published: February 10, 2008

Bob Stoops said last week he doesn't pay attention to the star ratings of prospects his staff recruits.

Maybe he should.

An in-depth analysis by The Oklahoman of the last nine Oklahoma and Oklahoma State recruiting classes comprising of more than 440 players revealed that stars do matter.

The higher the star rating was in high school, the more likely the player became a standout in college. Even thoug...


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