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Morales will enroll at The University of Alabama in the fall of 2014. She will be joining a squad that has finished in the top 10 at the NCAA Championships for four straight years and won the 2012 NCAA title.
Morales is a 2012 and 2013 first team Rolex Junior All-American by the American Junior Golf Association. She won the 2013 Thunderbird International Junior and finished second at the 2012 Junior Orange Bowl Championship. Morales also boasts top-five finishes at the 2013 The PING Invitational (t-4th), the 2013 Rolex Tournament of Champions (t-4th), and the 2013 Polo Golf Junior Classic (t-3rd). She also finished tied for 10th at the 2013 TaylorMade-adidas golf Junior at Innisbrook and tied for 11th at the 2013 ANNIKA Invitational.
Morales finished tied for 13th in stroke play at the 2013 U.S. Women's Amateur and then advanced to the round of 32 in match play. She played in the 2013 PING Junior Solheim Cup and posted a 2-0-1 record for the United States. Morales also won the 2013 Duke of York Young Champions Trophy.
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The Tide's first signee of the early period, Osorio is a right handed pitcher who held opponents to a school record .145 batting average in 2013.
The Big VIII League MVP as a junior, Osorio earned first team underclass All-State honors and was named second team overall. The MLK High School MVP as both a sophomore and junior, she also was named to the First Team All-Area Softball team, Press Enterprise High School Gametime and First Team All-CIF Southern Section Division 1. She also led her high school to a league championship.
Osorio had the most strikeouts in the 2013 season with 230, she also finished the 2013 season with a 1.40 ERA and a 16-6 record.
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Coleman, a 5-10, 160-pound point guard, helped lead Wenonah to a 34-2 record during his junior season in 2012-13. Under the direction of head coach Cedric Lane and led by Coleman's play on both ends of the floor, the Dragons captured the 2013 Alabama 5A state championship and finished the year nationally-ranked. For his efforts, Coleman was named to the 2013 Class 5A First Team All-State by AL.com after he averaged 20.3 points, 7.7 assists, 4.0 rebounds and 4.2 steals a game last season.
Coleman is rated by 247Sports.com as the No. 43 prospect in the nation, the ninth-best player in the nation at his position and the No. 1 prospect in the state of Alabama. In addition, Coleman is rated by ESPN.com as the No. 22 in the region and 75th-best overall player, while both Rivals.com and Scout.com gave him a four star rating.
Mitchell will come to Alabama after a standout career at Collins Hill High School under head coach Eric Nathan. During his junior season, the 6-4, 175-pound all-state shooting guard led all Gwinnett County players with 20.2 points per game, while also averaging six rebounds and three assists a contest. In addition, he connected on 42 percent of his three-point attempts. The highlight of his junior season came when he scored a school-record 41 points in the finals of the Gainesville Tournament. Following the season, Mitchell was tabbed to the Gwinnett Daily Post's Super Six, which profiles the top six players in the county.
A native of Suwanee, Ga., Mitchell is ranked by 247Sports as the No. 57 overall player in the nation, No. 13 shooting guard and No. 2 player in the state of Georgia. Furthermore, ESPN.com rates him as the No. 31 player in the region and No. 6 player in the state of Georgia. Scout.com rates Mitchell as a four-star prospect, while Rivals.com gave him a three-star rating.
Norris, who enters the year at No. 3 on AL.com's list of the state's 10 best senior prospects, is a 6-7, 190-pound shooting forward who plays under head coach Patrick Harding at Albertville High School. Coming into his senior year, Norris ranks third on the Alabama High School Athletic Association's (AHSAA) all-time leading rebounders (1,428) list. He is 393 rebounds shy passing the AHSAA's all-time leader - former Alabama great Richard Hendrix (1,820). In addition, Norris is currently 16th on the AHSAA all-time scoring list with 2,450 points during his high school career.
During his junior season, Norris averaged 22.4 points, 12.0 rebounds and 2.2 assists on his way to first-team all-state honors, as well as being a finalist for the 6A Player of the Year honors. Norris was also selected to the Huntsville Times' Elite First Team, which encompasses the best players from all divisions in the state of Alabama. He is listed as a four star recruit by ESPN.com, 247Sports, Scout.com and Rivals.com and is rated as a top 100 prospect by all four outlets.
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Gymnastics Adds Five
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</tbody> Aja Sims comes to the Tide from Orlando, Fla. and is coached by Kelly Pitzen and Brandy Johnson at Brandy Johnson's Global Gymnastics. A member of the USA Junior Olympic team in 2011-12, she has an uneven bars skill, "The Sims," named for her. She is the 2012 JO National all-around, uneven bars and balance beam champion.
The daughter of Daisy and Clinton Sims, she attends William R. Boone High School where she carries a 4.7 cumulative grade point average and was accepted into the prestigious Law Magnet Program.
"I chose the University of Alabama because of the loving environment and care that is in the program," Sims said. "The athletic facilities, learning atmosphere and gymnastics coaches are not only the best, but are also so welcoming. They make Alabama feel just like home."
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Keely McNeer is a native of Brandon, Miss., and is coached by Mario and Cheryl Gonzalez at Courthouse Gymnastics Co. A 2010-11 member of the USA National Team, she finished 15th in the all-around at the 2010 Visa Championships.
The daughter of Cyndy and Mike McNeer, she is set to graduate from the University of Nebraska Independent Study High School where she carries a 4.17 cumulative grade point average. A member of the National Society of High School Scholars, she was also honored with the National Academy of Future Physicians and Medical Scientists Award of Excellence.
"I chose the University of Alabama because of the amazing atmosphere, the high academic standards, and the chance to be a part of and form lifelong bonds with the wonderful gymnastics family," McNeer said. "I believe that this school will provide me with the resources to achieve greatness in all aspects of my life and make significant contributions to the world."
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A native of Austin, Texas, Mackenzie Brannan is coached by Barry Hyder at Capital Gymnastics. A four-time USA Championships competitor, she took fourth on the uneven bars at the 2010 championships. She also won the 2013 J.O. floor exercise championship as well as the all-around at the 2011 and 2012 Nadia Comaneci International Invitational.
The daughter of Debi and Ron Brannan, she studies at Texas Connections Academy and is a member of the National Honor Society.
"When I made my visit to the University of Alabama, I immediately felt at home," Brannan said. "I love the coaching staff and the team atmosphere. I like the values that the coaches embody and reinforce in the girls on the team. I like how rich in tradition the University is, and the campus is beautiful. I see myself succeeding at Bama in both the classroom and in the gym."
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Nickie Guerrero hails from McKinney, Texas and is coached by Tatiana Schgelkova and Alex Atamas at Zenith Gymnastics. A three-time USA Championships qualifier, she finished fourth in the all-around in 2013. She also qualified for the 2013 USA J.O. National Team.
The daughter of Barbara Rayner and Rick Guerrero, she is a senior at Lovejoy High School.
"The beautiful campus, all the history and tradition that comes with the Alabama, the welcoming and high-spirited coaches, the school academically were all what I was looking for," Guerrero said. "And the environment throughout Tuscaloosa made me feel so welcomed."
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</tbody> Fort Worth, Texas, native Kiana Winston trains under Chris Burdette and Kim Zmeskal Burdette at Texas Dreams Gymnastics. A three-time USA Championships qualifier, she was a member of the USA Junior National Team.
The daughter of Yolanda and Kevin Winston, she attends North Crowley High School where she is a member of the National Honor Society and the student council.
"Alabama feels like home, and I love the environment and people there," Winston said. "I love it in general ... it's the best place on earth."
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Women's Golf Inks Top-Ranked Nicole Morales to National Letter of Intent. #RollTide http://t.co/3StuGmttU8
— Alabama Women's Golf (@AlabamaWGolf) November 15, 2013
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Morales will enroll at The University of Alabama in the fall of 2014. She will be joining a squad that has finished in the top 10 at the NCAA Championships for four straight years and won the 2012 NCAA title.
Morales is a 2012 and 2013 first team Rolex Junior All-American by the American Junior Golf Association. She won the 2013 Thunderbird International Junior and finished second at the 2012 Junior Orange Bowl Championship. Morales also boasts top-five finishes at the 2013 The PING Invitational (t-4th), the 2013 Rolex Tournament of Champions (t-4th), and the 2013 Polo Golf Junior Classic (t-3rd). She also finished tied for 10th at the 2013 TaylorMade-adidas golf Junior at Innisbrook and tied for 11th at the 2013 ANNIKA Invitational.
Morales finished tied for 13th in stroke play at the 2013 U.S. Women's Amateur and then advanced to the round of 32 in match play. She played in the 2013 PING Junior Solheim Cup and posted a 2-0-1 record for the United States. Morales also won the 2013 Duke of York Young Champions Trophy.
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#SIGNEDbyBAMA Pitcher Alexis Osorio signed w/ @AlabamaSB! Coached by Lucinda Brewer @ M.L. King HS & Marty Tyson @ Corona Angels 18 Gold.
— Alabama Softball (@AlabamaSB) November 15, 2013
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The Tide's first signee of the early period, Osorio is a right handed pitcher who held opponents to a school record .145 batting average in 2013.
The Big VIII League MVP as a junior, Osorio earned first team underclass All-State honors and was named second team overall. The MLK High School MVP as both a sophomore and junior, she also was named to the First Team All-Area Softball team, Press Enterprise High School Gametime and First Team All-CIF Southern Section Division 1. She also led her high school to a league championship.
Osorio had the most strikeouts in the 2013 season with 230, she also finished the 2013 season with a 1.40 ERA and a 16-6 record.
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Welcome to #Alabama Hannah Cook! @CoachCurry gets her second signee of the early period this morning. #RollTide http://t.co/1HbN5Z8CfL
— Alabama W Basketball (@AlabamaWBB) November 14, 2013
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Congratulations to Kuaneshia Baker for signing with #Alabama! Welcome to the Tide family! #RollTide pic.twitter.com/AmeHVSPAOV
— Alabama W Basketball (@AlabamaWBB) November 13, 2013
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Riley Norris out of Albertville, Ala. makes it 3! Norris has signed his NLI and is an official member of the #Alabama hoops team. #RollTide!
— Alabama M Basketball (@AlabamaMBB) November 13, 2013
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Shooting guard Devin Mitchell out of Suwanee, Ga., has signed his NLI and is an official member of the #Alabama men's hoops team! #RollTide!
— Alabama M Basketball (@AlabamaMBB) November 13, 2013
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It's official! Wenonah HS point guard Justin Coleman has signed his NLI & is officially a member of the #Alabama basketball team! #RollTide!
— Alabama M Basketball (@AlabamaMBB) November 13, 2013
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Coleman, a 5-10, 160-pound point guard, helped lead Wenonah to a 34-2 record during his junior season in 2012-13. Under the direction of head coach Cedric Lane and led by Coleman's play on both ends of the floor, the Dragons captured the 2013 Alabama 5A state championship and finished the year nationally-ranked. For his efforts, Coleman was named to the 2013 Class 5A First Team All-State by AL.com after he averaged 20.3 points, 7.7 assists, 4.0 rebounds and 4.2 steals a game last season.
Coleman is rated by 247Sports.com as the No. 43 prospect in the nation, the ninth-best player in the nation at his position and the No. 1 prospect in the state of Alabama. In addition, Coleman is rated by ESPN.com as the No. 22 in the region and 75th-best overall player, while both Rivals.com and Scout.com gave him a four star rating.
Mitchell will come to Alabama after a standout career at Collins Hill High School under head coach Eric Nathan. During his junior season, the 6-4, 175-pound all-state shooting guard led all Gwinnett County players with 20.2 points per game, while also averaging six rebounds and three assists a contest. In addition, he connected on 42 percent of his three-point attempts. The highlight of his junior season came when he scored a school-record 41 points in the finals of the Gainesville Tournament. Following the season, Mitchell was tabbed to the Gwinnett Daily Post's Super Six, which profiles the top six players in the county.
A native of Suwanee, Ga., Mitchell is ranked by 247Sports as the No. 57 overall player in the nation, No. 13 shooting guard and No. 2 player in the state of Georgia. Furthermore, ESPN.com rates him as the No. 31 player in the region and No. 6 player in the state of Georgia. Scout.com rates Mitchell as a four-star prospect, while Rivals.com gave him a three-star rating.
Norris, who enters the year at No. 3 on AL.com's list of the state's 10 best senior prospects, is a 6-7, 190-pound shooting forward who plays under head coach Patrick Harding at Albertville High School. Coming into his senior year, Norris ranks third on the Alabama High School Athletic Association's (AHSAA) all-time leading rebounders (1,428) list. He is 393 rebounds shy passing the AHSAA's all-time leader - former Alabama great Richard Hendrix (1,820). In addition, Norris is currently 16th on the AHSAA all-time scoring list with 2,450 points during his high school career.
During his junior season, Norris averaged 22.4 points, 12.0 rebounds and 2.2 assists on his way to first-team all-state honors, as well as being a finalist for the 6A Player of the Year honors. Norris was also selected to the Huntsville Times' Elite First Team, which encompasses the best players from all divisions in the state of Alabama. He is listed as a four star recruit by ESPN.com, 247Sports, Scout.com and Rivals.com and is rated as a top 100 prospect by all four outlets.
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SIGNED BY BAMA! Temarie Tomley - Free/Back - Coached by Aaron Dorfman at Mercy Healthplex Seawolves & Brad Isham at Ursuline Academy.
— Alabama Swim & Dive (@AlabamaSwimDive) November 13, 2013
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SIGNED BY BAMA! Joseph Young - Free - coached by Jason Turcotte at Dynamo Swim Club & Terry Blish at Marist School.
— Alabama Swim & Dive (@AlabamaSwimDive) November 13, 2013
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SIGNED BY BAMA! Paige Matherson- Free -coached by Paul Stafford & Rick Waterhouse at Terrapins ST & Heather Johnston at San Ramon Valley HS.
— Alabama Swim & Dive (@AlabamaSwimDive) November 13, 2013
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SIGNED BY BAMA! DJ Lang - Free - coached by Jason Walter at Lakeside Aquatic Club & Chris Cullen & Robin Hay at Denton High School.
— Alabama Swim & Dive (@AlabamaSwimDive) November 14, 2013
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Gymnastics Adds Five
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The daughter of Daisy and Clinton Sims, she attends William R. Boone High School where she carries a 4.7 cumulative grade point average and was accepted into the prestigious Law Magnet Program.
"I chose the University of Alabama because of the loving environment and care that is in the program," Sims said. "The athletic facilities, learning atmosphere and gymnastics coaches are not only the best, but are also so welcoming. They make Alabama feel just like home."
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Keely McNeer is a native of Brandon, Miss., and is coached by Mario and Cheryl Gonzalez at Courthouse Gymnastics Co. A 2010-11 member of the USA National Team, she finished 15th in the all-around at the 2010 Visa Championships.
The daughter of Cyndy and Mike McNeer, she is set to graduate from the University of Nebraska Independent Study High School where she carries a 4.17 cumulative grade point average. A member of the National Society of High School Scholars, she was also honored with the National Academy of Future Physicians and Medical Scientists Award of Excellence.
"I chose the University of Alabama because of the amazing atmosphere, the high academic standards, and the chance to be a part of and form lifelong bonds with the wonderful gymnastics family," McNeer said. "I believe that this school will provide me with the resources to achieve greatness in all aspects of my life and make significant contributions to the world."
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A native of Austin, Texas, Mackenzie Brannan is coached by Barry Hyder at Capital Gymnastics. A four-time USA Championships competitor, she took fourth on the uneven bars at the 2010 championships. She also won the 2013 J.O. floor exercise championship as well as the all-around at the 2011 and 2012 Nadia Comaneci International Invitational.
The daughter of Debi and Ron Brannan, she studies at Texas Connections Academy and is a member of the National Honor Society.
"When I made my visit to the University of Alabama, I immediately felt at home," Brannan said. "I love the coaching staff and the team atmosphere. I like the values that the coaches embody and reinforce in the girls on the team. I like how rich in tradition the University is, and the campus is beautiful. I see myself succeeding at Bama in both the classroom and in the gym."
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Nickie Guerrero hails from McKinney, Texas and is coached by Tatiana Schgelkova and Alex Atamas at Zenith Gymnastics. A three-time USA Championships qualifier, she finished fourth in the all-around in 2013. She also qualified for the 2013 USA J.O. National Team.
The daughter of Barbara Rayner and Rick Guerrero, she is a senior at Lovejoy High School.
"The beautiful campus, all the history and tradition that comes with the Alabama, the welcoming and high-spirited coaches, the school academically were all what I was looking for," Guerrero said. "And the environment throughout Tuscaloosa made me feel so welcomed."
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The daughter of Yolanda and Kevin Winston, she attends North Crowley High School where she is a member of the National Honor Society and the student council.
"Alabama feels like home, and I love the environment and people there," Winston said. "I love it in general ... it's the best place on earth."
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