It’s been a while since we have seen some live animals at a college announcement press conference. Thankfully that drought is over thanks to Elijah Holyfield, son of boxing legend Evander Holyfield. the talented running back recruit announced he will play for the Georgia Bulldogs, and he made the announcement with a pair of bulldogs by his side.
Georgia had been considered a solid favorite for Holyfield for a while according to recruiting analysts, although Michigan was an early leader on the recruiting trail too. That makes sense, with Holyfield being a Georgia native and the way the Bulldogs seem to pump out running backs lately. Holyfield held offers from plenty of schools, and it’s not just because he is the son of a former heavyweight boxer. Rivals ranks Holyfield as a four-star running back, and the third best running back in the nation and in the Rivals top 100 ranking (No. 99).
Woodward Academy RB Elijah Holyfield has committed to #UGA, using 2 bulldog puppies during announcement. pic.twitter.com/8pQXqczAUz
— Logan Booker (@LoganMBooker) September 4, 2015
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Georgia extended an offer to Holyfield last year, and that was music to the champion’s ears.
“I was happy about that offer because I’m a Georgia fan,” Evander Holyfield said last October. “And then I found out that he liked Georgia, so that offer was a good thing.”
