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Smyrna (DE)- West Potomac HS (VA) wide receiver Demornay Pierson-El had impressive performance during the day two portion of the combine. Pierson-El won the Overall MVP award for the class of 2014 group. The 5-8 and 166 pound receiver dominated every portion of the competition. Pierson-El was double teamed and still dominated. He caught everything that came his way. Pierson-El displayed great route running skill and ball skills. Pierson-El had the ability to make spectacular catches. Even throws that were made to his wrong shoulder, he could make the catch. His vertical jump is good but he caught every jump ball. Pierson-El ran precise routes to separate from the defensive back. When running his routes, Pierson-El was quick in and out of his breaks. With the ball in his hands he was dynamic.. During the 7-on-7 portion of the day, Pierson-El led his team to a 7-on-7 championship. Pierson-El is a great competitor and he gives it his all on every play. Pierson-El is just starting to emerge in the recruiting scene. He will attend camps this summer with his teammate Caleb Henderson. |
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Steven Barsamian NUC: First question what was your reaction when you won the overall MVP? Demornay Pierson-El: Time to step it up push harder NUC: How did you like the competition out there? DP: It was competitive and fun NUC: How are the offseason workouts going? DP: Good I'm in the gym five times a week NUC: What are your goals for next season as a player and for your team? DP: I want to break and set records and we want to win our region and go to states. Hopefully I win player of the year. NUC: Awesome. What would you say your strengths are as a player? DP: My determination speed power catching and vision NUC: Do you have a player in NFL or College that you watch to learn from? DP: Drew Brees and Ray Lewis for leadership and how they carry themselves NUC: Good choices. How has the recruiting process been going? DP: My information is not really on sites and its a little upsetting cause I know with hard work I can be one of the best kids to come out of Virginia but I mean good things will come to those who wait but its ok I guess NUC: Have any colleges contacted you yet? DP: A few with questionnaires NUC: You mentioned the college camps you were going to before can you name them again for me? DP: Michigan, Michigan State, Ohio State, UVA, Maryland, and UNC NUC: What do you like about playing receiver instead of CB? Making big things happen from nothing NUC: So do you have any more combine plans for the summer? DP: Yes I plan on going to Oklahoma and maybe Dallas TX |
