Let’s Go Titus! Fired up for you! Axe’Em! https://t.co/W5qlzgpHSh
— Sam Vidlak (@SamVidlak7) December 6, 2024
Let’s Go Titus! Fired up for you! Axe’Em! https://t.co/W5qlzgpHSh
— Sam Vidlak (@SamVidlak7) December 6, 2024
SFAJack_76 said:Let’s Go Titus! Fired up for you! Axe’Em! https://t.co/W5qlzgpHSh
— Sam Vidlak (@SamVidlak7) December 6, 2024
SFASawmillGuy said:SFAJack_76 said:Let’s Go Titus! Fired up for you! Axe’Em! https://t.co/W5qlzgpHSh
— Sam Vidlak (@SamVidlak7) December 6, 2024
I'm perfectly okay with the Vidlak's creating a legacy at SFA.
SFA Jack Fanatic said:SFASawmillGuy said:SFAJack_76 said:Let’s Go Titus! Fired up for you! Axe’Em! https://t.co/W5qlzgpHSh
— Sam Vidlak (@SamVidlak7) December 6, 2024
I'm perfectly okay with the Vidlak's creating a legacy at SFA.
Absolutely! I think he's only a sophomore, so he'll be getting other offers, I'm sure.
SFAXE93 said:
Titus Vidlak named 1st Team All-State (4A) as a sophomore, and lead all 4A Qb's with 2,649 yards, 35 TD's, 65% completion on his passes.
SFA Jack Fanatic said:
Just curious. How does one become a "5 star long snapper"?
SFAXE93 said:
To earn a 5-star long snapper rating, a recruit must demonstrate the ability to start immediately at a Power 5 (now Power 4/Major FBS) college program.
Ratings are primarily issued by specialized specialist evaluation services like Kohl's Long Snapping and Rubio Long Snapping, rather than general services like 247Sports or Rivals.
A 5-star prospect typically meets the following measurable and technical criteria:
- Snap Speed: Consistently snapping a 15-yard punt in 0.65 to 0.75 seconds or faster.
- Accuracy: Mastery of the "Rubio Zone" (lowest rib to mid-thigh, armpit to armpit) and the ability to consistently hit the punter's hip or "laces out".
- Physical Profile: Ideal D1 FBS size is roughly 6'2" to 6'4" and 220 to 250 lbs, though smaller athletes can earn 5 stars by being exceptionally explosive and athletic.
- Consistency: The ability to perform perfectly under pressure, especially in charting sessions and "live" head-to-head competitions.
Path to a 5-Star Rating
- Additional Skills: Clean ball rotation (spiral), blocking ability against rushers, and the athleticism to cover punts effectively.
[ol]Attend National Showcase Camps: Rankings are almost exclusively based on in-person performance at major specialist camps. Key events include the Kohl's Scholarship Camp or the Rubio Long Snapping Vegas Events. Participate in Charting: At these camps, every snap is "charted" for speed and accuracy. Top-tier snappers often score perfectly (e.g., 20/20 on targeted snaps). Earn Invitations: High performance at regional camps can lead to "Invite Only" elite events, such as the Rubio Top 12 Camp, which are the primary pipeline for 5-star designations. Maintain Academic Eligibility: Most 5-star long snappers are expected to be "recruitable" by high-level programs, typically requiring a 3.0+ GPA and strong SAT/ACT scores (e.g., 1000+ SAT or 24+ ACT). [/ol]