Indiana continues strong weekend, adds commitment from in-state RB for 2020 class
Indiana’s week just keeps getting better.
It started earlier this week with the news that head coach Tom Allen was staying around by signing a seven-year extension with the Hoosiers. That news was followed by Indiana learning that the bowl destination would take the Hoosiers to Jacksonville, Florida for the Gator Bowl.
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There was also some news on the recruiting trail with Indiana picking up commitments from a 2020 running back and a 2020 safety on Sunday afternoon. The recruitment news wasn’t done yet with Indiana landing another commitment Sunday evening.
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This time, the Hoosiers added a commitment from Charlie Spegal out of New Palestine, Indiana. According to 247 Sports, Spegal is the No. 3 full back nationally and is the No. 36 player out of the state of Indiana for 2020.
He shared his commitment on Twitter:
After a great home visit with Coach Hart I’m very excited to say I’ve committed to The University of Indiana! Thanks to Coach @MHart2032 @CoachAllenIU @KalenDeBoer for the opportunity!! #LEO #GoHoosiers #IUFB #Hoosiers🔴⚪️🔴⚪️ pic.twitter.com/ujMo45WhfA
— Charlie Spegal (@charliespegal32) December 9, 2019
Here’s a look at Spegal’s highlights from Hudl: