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Marshall University NCAA

Mar 13, 2008 | Posted by: roboblogger

JM's Mark Sampson Jr. Walking on at West Virginia

Full story: WVNS-TV Ghent

Those camps taugh me alot and trhey were very fun . I'm excited about this opportunity. I know it'll be tough to make is as a walk-on, but I'm ready for the challenge Posted Tuesday, March 11, 2008 ; 10:39 AM Updated Tuesday, March 11, 2008 ; 11:11 AM The senior caught an Ohio Valley-leading 77 passes in '07. Story by Mike Anthony Email Other Stories by Mike Anthony GLEN ... via WVNS-TV Ghent

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Zac

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Mar 13, 2008
 
Without question, WVU needs help at WR. This kid's games stats aren't earth shattering, but they're certainly better than average. If he has good height and good speed, he could be another of those sleeper keepers.

Mark, best of luck and welcome aboard!!!
Yours truly

Parsons, WV

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Apr 10, 2008
 
Mark Sampson is not tall enough to play WR he will not do good.
I see him tranferring to div. 2 after one year of practice squad.
Zac

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Apr 10, 2008
 
Mark, I'm reminded of this 5' 7" receiver, Antonio Brown, who lit it up under former WVU HC, Don Nehlan. It's not how big you are; it's how big you play. Now, nobody ever said college football at the BCS level would be easy. It takes more than the usual buzz words of desire & dedication. It takes perseverance, heart, and a stubborn streak practically next to none.

If Play-Off division football is what you want, if it's where your heart is, then God Bless you. On the other hand, if it's what your comfortable with, you should reconsider the sport entirely. To play football, above all, you have to have a serous commitment and love for the game. It's not about what one is comfortable with; it's about what one can rise to be. It's up to you to what level of excellence you shall rise. What ever your decision, good luck and God Bless!!!
touchdowndog

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Apr 10, 2008
 
Zac wrote:
Mark, I'm reminded of this 5' 7" receiver, Antonio Brown, who lit it up under former WVU HC, Don Nehlan. It's not how big you are; it's how big you play. Now, nobody ever said college football at the BCS level would be easy. It takes more than the usual buzz words of desire & dedication. It takes perseverance, heart, and a stubborn streak practically next to none.
If Play-Off division football is what you want, if it's where your heart is, then God Bless you. On the other hand, if it's what your comfortable with, you should reconsider the sport entirely. To play football, above all, you have to have a serous commitment and love for the game. It's not about what one is comfortable with; it's about what one can rise to be. It's up to you to what level of excellence you shall rise. What ever your decision, good luck and God Bless!!!
his credentials are very good..2xjr.high camp player..3 yr.hs starter,stats completed to tds,great....heart,the essence,he has seized the chance to compete for dreams,when the time comes to you...will you dare compete?? it is a brave lad.
Bulldozer

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Apr 10, 2008
 
touchdowndog wrote:
<quoted text>his credentials are very good..2xjr.high camp player..3 yr.hs starter,stats completed to tds,great....heart,the essence,he has seized the chance to compete for dreams,when the time comes to you...will you dare compete?? it is a brave lad.
Line him up 40 yards from the line of scrimmage on fourth down. Sounds like the kind of guy would would do well returning punts. Isn't that how Antonio Brown showed his stuff and earned his way? Didn't he play on Sunday?
touchdowndog

Defiance, OH

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Apr 10, 2008
 
Bulldozer wrote:
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Line him up 40 yards from the line of scrimmage on fourth down. Sounds like the kind of guy would would do well returning punts. Isn't that how Antonio Brown showed his stuff and earned his way? Didn't he play on Sunday?
dog gone betcha' he played on sundays...what you might not know is that antonio brown is the fastest 40yds sprinter in wvu history...with a 4.18sec..faster than buggs,owens,and gold medalist james jett.
A Swierkos

Wheeling, WV

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#7
Jul 28, 2008
 
I know mark personally and I have been to all his senior games
all u haters talki about his size
how tall is noel devine? 5'8
how tall is jock sanders? 5'7

Mark is 5'10
i think hes alrite
touchdowndog

Defiance, OH

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Jul 28, 2008
 
A Swierkos wrote:
I know mark personally and I have been to all his senior games
all u haters talki about his size
how tall is noel devine? 5'8
how tall is jock sanders? 5'7
Mark is 5'10
i think hes alrite
no haters on this post,we love players that follow their dreams;some come true..ask pat white,owen schmitt,steve slaton,and the others walk-ons in the wvu programs..nothing but love for those who want to work toward their goals in life.
Bulldozer

Havertown, PA

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Jul 29, 2008
 
Didn't I volunteer to have him return punts? How's that hating a kid?
Zac

Clifton Park, NY

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Jul 30, 2008
 
Dozer, he knows there are no haters here. It's all a matter of perspective. Bottom line, we want him to come to WVU. If this kid wants the same, great; if not, all the best to him all the same. If that's hate, I'm in the wrong state...of mind that is.
Vince

Sutton, WV

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Jul 31, 2008
 
Zac wrote:
Mark, I'm reminded of this 5' 7" receiver, Antonio Brown, who lit it up under former WVU HC, Don Nehlan. It's not how big you are; it's how big you play. Now, nobody ever said college football at the BCS level would be easy. It takes more than the usual buzz words of desire & dedication. It takes perseverance, heart, and a stubborn streak practically next to none.
If Play-Off division football is what you want, if it's where your heart is, then God Bless you. On the other hand, if it's what your comfortable with, you should reconsider the sport entirely. To play football, above all, you have to have a serous commitment and love for the game. It's not about what one is comfortable with; it's about what one can rise to be. It's up to you to what level of excellence you shall rise. What ever your decision, good luck and God Bless!!!
Antonio Brown along with Daruis Reynaud, who is not all that tall either, are two of the best WRs WVU has ever had! You don't always have to be tall. Especially in WVU's offense.
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#12
Oct 16, 2008
 
I know Mark personally as well. He has ALL THE HEART, hard work, and dedication. He has worked harder than anyone I know to get where he is today. He's actually the second tallest player at his position and is doing GREAT in practice!
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Dec 12, 2008
 
GOD BLESS Mark Sampson. May GOD be with you and your MOM and DAD. I LOVE you all, and my prayers are with you. Sincerely.
wvu pyscho 06

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#14
Feb 5, 2009
 
the spread offense is EXACTLY what mark was intended 4.he'll do great! with the heart of #5 and the determination to commitment like #35 and the athleicism of #7...mark will b n GOOD COMPANY!!!rock this,mark we're countin on it!!! LOVE THOSE EEEEErrr'SS
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