LEE ZIEMBA FILE

[Brewerfan10]

Has anyone else notices that on scout, USC is not on Lee's schools of interest anymore? That is def. a little encouraging if that info is correct.

[Hogstocking]

I dunno if USC is still in the picture or not, but man we've got to get him.  His video on rivals is one of the most impressive clips I've ever seen.  It's jaw dropping. 

He has got to be one of the three best OL in the nation along with Miller and Oglesby.

[leavenworth1]

I saw his recruiting video today and this kid could make as much impact as Mitch or Damian if we get him. He has Shawn Andrews potential by the looks of the video. He was absolutely shaming every other HS player he went up against.  Pretty good quickness and massive strength.

[WindyCityHog]

Isn't his parents Auburn alums?

[ErieHog]

Isn't his parents Auburn alums?

To my understanding, only one of his parents is an Auburn alumn.  I do know that Zimba's mother purportedly surfs some internet Hog BBs [albeit I've never heard it in relation to www.hogville.net].

[Tomhog™]

I can't wait til we start seeing the open letters to Lee in here... 

[Pig Power]

I have to believe he will be a Hog, since he has a good relationship with Gus already. I think he is already leaning toward Arkansas. 

[mj4president]

He is going to Arkansas 100%

[The Recruiting Guy]

I am working on getting in touch with Lee.  I will let you know as soon as I hear something.

[tophawg19]

this kid has a chance to be an offensive enforcer . i wouldn't be suprised to see this kid turn into another shawn andrews type player .

[tophawg19]

this kid has a chance to be an offensive enforcer . i wouldn't be suprised to see this kid turn into another shawn andrews type player .

[werehog]

Texas? Are we going to get this guy. It seems to me that there are three must have guys from Arkansas in the 2007 class and two of them -- Broderick Green and Kodi Burns seem likely to go elsewhere. That makes Lee Ziemba a must get in IMO. It also looks like we might lose Cam Baker to the Vols. What happened to the fence around Arkansas?

[paragould25]

Broderick Green is not a must have, not with the talent already  on the hill. His talent level isn't high enough to take reps away from any of the other guys, for us to worry about him too much. Although I do believe he will be a Hog eventually.

[Atreyu]

We should get him. After all, we are nationally renowned for our running game, and what an opportunity to show his ability than to block for one of the top rushing teams in the nation? Hopefully Our running game hits it big this year and this guy commits early.

[PorkCheops]

Ziemba is a five-star recruit, at least according to what I consider the more trustworthy of the services:

http://scout.scout.com/a.z?s=10&p=9&c=4&yr=2007

[Tomhog™]

Stefoin Francois?  Boy would he be a great asset to the defense.  Wish we weren't low on his interest...

[SonOfMud]

Broderick Green is not a must have, not with the talent already  on the hill. His talent level isn't high enough to take reps away from any of the other guys, for us to worry about him too much. Although I do believe he will be a Hog eventually.

Everyone does realize that when Green steps on to a college campus, both McFadden and Jones will be Juniors.  If there is a good runningback in your backyard, they are a "must have."

[Tomhog™]

Broderick Green is not a must have, not with the talent already  on the hill. His talent level isn't high enough to take reps away from any of the other guys, for us to worry about him too much. Although I do believe he will be a Hog eventually.

Everyone does realize that when Green steps on to a college campus, both McFadden and Jones will be Juniors.  If there is a good runningback in your backyard, they are a "must have."

McFadden could very well leave after his junior year for the NFL.  Broderick would be a timely get...

[paragould25]

Broderick Green is not a must have, not with the talent already  on the hill. His talent level isn't high enough to take reps away from any of the other guys, for us to worry about him too much. Although I do believe he will be a Hog eventually.

Everyone does realize that when Green steps on to a college campus, both McFadden and Jones will be Juniors.  If there is a good runningback in your backyard, they are a "must have."

If Michael Smith is the Real Deal, a marquis back could be on the hill for another year after Felix and Darren are both gone. And we can afford to hold out for Mr. Dennis Johnson out of Texarkana who will contend for the top player in the class of 2008.

[return2glory]

Broderick Green is not a must have, not with the talent already  on the hill. His talent level isn't high enough to take reps away from any of the other guys, for us to worry about him too much. Although I do believe he will be a Hog eventually.

Everyone does realize that when Green steps on to a college campus, both McFadden and Jones will be Juniors.  If there is a good runningback in your backyard, they are a "must have."

Couldn't have said it better myself. Even with Michael Smith and Brandon Barnett being a sophmores, we are going to need a good change of pace back. Broderick Green seems like a great candidate to fill Peyton Hillis's role to me. Let the kid come in and red shirt if necessary and then take over where Hillis leaves off.

[mossfan3]

yeah Johnson from Texarkana is going to own alot of records by the time he is done with high school ball.  It would be great timing for him to when he gets on the hill

[The real Hogules]

Big Lee IS a five star recruit and deservedly so.
I consider him more of a "must get" than even Kodi Burns (my #2 must get, but probably won't), OR Broderick Green.
I take GREAT comfort in the fact that Ziemba is keeping in touch with a couple of other big linemen Arkansas is recruiting.
I would imagine that he's telling them to relax, that he's headed to Arkansas when it's all said and done, but he'd like to take a few visits to some other places for free before announcing for the Razorbacks.
That's PURE conjecture on my part, but I have a real good feeling about Big Lee Ziemba.

[Oklahawg]

Ziemba has to be considered a strong UA lean. He appears to be waiting for the right opportunity to commit.

Green is a huge need. Great schools sign a great, impact player at each position each year: QB, RB, WR, OL, DL, LB, CB, S. That's the way it works. That is part of the ongoing concern with UA's recruiting--they think they can take a year off of recruiting a certain position.

Burns is needed, as well. You cannot lose any of the top 5 in-state players (hello, Zac Pianalto), period. Even if Burns is better suited for something besides QB (I'm not saying that, but others use that as a reason to downgrade his importance to the class) you must get him. Plus, we need a solid QB in this class. Can't wait for Burns to commit elsewhere and seriously think you can go after the next choice starting September 1. QB is the single position most difficult to recruit late because they are the cornerstone that staffs use to recruit other athletes. Witness Mitch's impact on UA's recruiting last year.

[Tomhog™]

Ziemba has to be considered a strong UA lean. He appears to be waiting for the right opportunity to commit.

Green is a huge need. Great schools sign a great, impact player at each position each year: QB, RB, WR, OL, DL, LB, CB, S. That's the way it works. That is part of the ongoing concern with UA's recruiting--they think they can take a year off of recruiting a certain position.

Burns is needed, as well. You cannot lose any of the top 5 in-state players (hello, Zac Pianalto), period. Even if Burns is better suited for something besides QB (I'm not saying that, but others use that as a reason to downgrade his importance to the class) you must get him. Plus, we need a solid QB in this class. Can't wait for Burns to commit elsewhere and seriously think you can go after the next choice starting September 1. QB is the single position most difficult to recruit late because they are the cornerstone that staffs use to recruit other athletes. Witness Mitch's impact on UA's recruiting last year.

I couldn't have said it better myself.  We NEED all three if we expect to take our game up another level.  The in-state stars really need to stay IN-STATE! 

[Hawgzilla]

Broderick Green is not a must have, not with the talent already  on the hill. His talent level isn't high enough to take reps away from any of the other guys, for us to worry about him too much. Although I do believe he will be a Hog eventually.

Everyone does realize that when Green steps on to a college campus, both McFadden and Jones will be Juniors.  If there is a good runningback in your backyard, they are a "must have."

If Michael Smith is the Real Deal, a marquis back could be on the hill for another year after Felix and Darren are both gone. And we can afford to hold out for Mr. Dennis Johnson out of Texarkana who will contend for the top player in the class of 2008.

             Watched Mr. Johnson at a football camp Wed in Texarkana,the guy is a STUD.........If not hurt this year,he will rush for over 2,000 yards..........

[Hoop]

Broderick Green is not a must have, not with the talent already  on the hill. His talent level isn't high enough to take reps away from any of the other guys, for us to worry about him too much. Although I do believe he will be a Hog eventually.

Everyone does realize that when Green steps on to a college campus, both McFadden and Jones will be Juniors.  If there is a good runningback in your backyard, they are a "must have."

If Michael Smith is the Real Deal, a marquis back could be on the hill for another year after Felix and Darren are both gone. And we can afford to hold out for Mr. Dennis Johnson out of Texarkana who will contend for the top player in the class of 2008.

             Watched Mr. Johnson at a football camp Wed in Texarkana,the guy is a STUD.........If not hurt this year,he will rush for over 2,000 yards..........

Hawgzilla, who does Texarkana play the first game of the year? I think they play Fort Smith Northside, but i'm not sure. If so, then that would be one hell of a game to go to.

[Cresthog]

Everyone says Cam will go to Tennessee...but I know this kid personally.  As soon as GT offers he is gone...now if GT doesnt ever offer then yeah he is more than liley gone to UT. I just dont see this kid becoming a hog at all, he wants away from his brother.

[BPPig]

I agree with Oklahawg's assessment of recruiting. When I hear the phrase "they recruited their needs" all I think is that itis because they did a poor job recruiting before. I believe for the last three years we have been filling our needs at safety for example.

We need to secure as many of our in state D-1 kids as possible anyway but we definetly need to recruit RB's this year. I hope FJ stays for his senior year but he might not and a healthy Dmac almost has to go when one considers the position he is playing.

[bazzelsbolognaloaf]

To get Lee we first need to make an offer to Lee Ziemba's highschool coach for a place on staff...

After last year I think that might be the only way HDN can get big name recruits...why do people still think this guys is an amazing recruiter???  Our university and athletic complexes sell themselves, and he has to hire highschool football coaches to recruit their own players. 

[mj4president]

Lee is going to be a hog. I dont know how many times I have said this.

[WindyCityHog]

Last time I looked, Ziemba was #37 on the Rivals list.....which ain't bad for an OL.

He's getting his "5-star" props.

[The Recruiting Guy]

Did you ask him when he expects to make a decision ?

Read the first interview.

[pioneerhog]

Why can't the coaches recruit most of the other kids like this one. Talk to them 3 or 4 times a week, we might get more of our A list.

[SwinedMelon]

Ziemba calls them 3-4 times/week.

[AFWarrior83]

LOL good one. How does he sound when talking about Arkansas? Usually you can judge how strong they feel towards a school by the tone in their voice. Great Job as always TRG!

[BattleHawg]

LOL good one. How does he sound when talking about Arkansas? Usually you can judge how strong they feel towards a school by the tone in their voice. Great Job as always TRG!

+1 due to ur avatar


BH

[AFWarrior83]

TY BH, I just found it, thought it was funny and decided to share. Im an independant you could say I guess, b/c I vote for who I like, not their party.

[Atreyu]

Sounds like we're really into this guy. He remembers the coaches name and doesn't go 2 weeks without hearing from them.

[Tomhog™]

TRG: I know Coach Markuson and Coach Malzahn are recruiting you. How often do you talk to them?

Lee: About 3 or 4 times a week.

TRG: How do they compare to the other schools?

Lee: They communicate on a more personal level than the other coaches.

It's a comfort to hear that Gus is helping to recruit Ziemba.  It sounds like we are on the ball as far as communication is concerned...

[Hawgballz]

I am taking Lee at his word that he is actually "talking" to them (as opposed to text messaging or letters) I am assuming by phone, which means Lee must be calling the coaches because (unless I am badly mistaken) I believe the coaches are limited to 1 call per month to a recruit this time of year.  With all that said I think this and Lee's my space page show that Lee is taking a real interest in Arkansas and this is where he will be suiting up in the fall of 2007.  That would be great news as I believe he is the only "must get" in the state this year.  Don't get me wrong, Kodi Burns, Brodrick Green & D.J. Williams (my 2nd choice as a "must get") are all extremely important to this year's recruiting class, but Ziemba is THE MAN.  GO  :razorback: GO

[Tomhog™]

I am taking Lee at his word that he is actually "talking" to them (as opposed to text messaging or letters) I am assuming by phone, which means Lee must be calling the coaches because (unless I am badly mistaken) I believe the coaches are limited to 1 call per month to a recruit this time of year.  With all that said I think this and Lee's my space page show that Lee is taking a real interest in Arkansas and this is where he will be suiting up in the fall of 2007.  That would be great news as I believe he is the only "must get" in the state this year.  Don't get me wrong, Kodi Burns, Brodrick Green & D.J. Williams (my 2nd choice as a "must get") are all extremely important to this year's recruiting class, but Ziemba is THE MAN.  GO  :razorback: GO

We have to get out of the mindset that there is only one "must get" to each class.  We need him badly, yes.  But in order for us to have a successful recruiting class and put a team on the field that will be competitive with the rest of the SEC and not just the Mississippi's, Vandy, and Kentucky, we need ALL in-state sought after recruits as well as several touted out-of-state recruits.

[Hogstocking]

and Lee's my space page show that Lee is taking a real interest in Arkansas and this is where he will be suiting up in the fall of 2007.

You're thinking of Facebook, not myspace.  I've searched for Ziemba on myspace before and couldn't find him.  To double check I just went through 16 pages of current students at Rogers HS and couldn't find him.

[Zen_Hog]

and Lee's my space page show that Lee is taking a real interest in Arkansas and this is where he will be suiting up in the fall of 2007.

You're thinking of Facebook, not myspace.  I've searched for Ziemba on myspace before and couldn't find him.  To double check I just went through 16 pages of current students at Rogers HS and couldn't find him.

LOL. Or you could just type in his name in the search box.

[Hogstocking]

and Lee's my space page show that Lee is taking a real interest in Arkansas and this is where he will be suiting up in the fall of 2007.

You're thinking of Facebook, not myspace.  I've searched for Ziemba on myspace before and couldn't find him.  To double check I just went through 16 pages of current students at Rogers HS and couldn't find him.

LOL. Or you could just type in his name in the search box.

LIke I said, I've searched for him before and couldn't find him. To DOUBLE CHECK I went through 16 pages of Rogers HS students.  Just trying to be thorough

[bigred7987]

He has a facebook that would make you think Arkansas is in very good position

[Hawgballz]

I am sorry, that was my mistake.  It is his facebook not my space.  To tell you how computer savvy I am, it was my 17 year old daughter that found him not me.

[The Recruiting Guy]

I am taking Lee at his word that he is actually "talking" to them (as opposed to text messaging or letters) I am assuming by phone, which means Lee must be calling the coaches because (unless I am badly mistaken) I believe the coaches are limited to 1 call per month to a recruit this time of year.  With all that said I think this and Lee's my space page show that Lee is taking a real interest in Arkansas and this is where he will be suiting up in the fall of 2007.  That would be great news as I believe he is the only "must get" in the state this year.  Don't get me wrong, Kodi Burns, Brodrick Green & D.J. Williams (my 2nd choice as a "must get") are all extremely important to this year's recruiting class, but Ziemba is THE MAN.  GO  :razorback: GO

He talked to them. They will text him and he'll call the coaches.

[Hawgballz]

I am taking Lee at his word that he is actually "talking" to them (as opposed to text messaging or letters) I am assuming by phone, which means Lee must be calling the coaches because (unless I am badly mistaken) I believe the coaches are limited to 1 call per month to a recruit this time of year.  With all that said I think this and Lee's my space page show that Lee is taking a real interest in Arkansas and this is where he will be suiting up in the fall of 2007.  That would be great news as I believe he is the only "must get" in the state this year.  Don't get me wrong, Kodi Burns, Brodrick Green & D.J. Williams (my 2nd choice as a "must get") are all extremely important to this year's recruiting class, but Ziemba is THE MAN.  GO  :razorback: GO

He talked to them. They will text him and he'll call the coaches.

TRG, thanks for the info.  I figured it must be something like that and that tells me that he likes what he is hearing from the U of A, because for a kid that age to take time to call back is a certain sign of a relationship.

[Pig Power]

LZ will be a Hog....

[HawgPilot]

He has a facebook that would make you think Arkansas is in very good position

Could you educate me on "facebook"  Thanks.