Caden Ramsey commits to USC
Cross - .Cross High safety/wide receiver Caden Ramsey made his college destination known on Monday, announcing that he would be signing with the University of South Carolina.
Ramsey (6-5, 200) is a top 10 prospect in the state and chose the Gamecocks over a final list that included Virginia Tech, Georgia Tech and Syracuse. Ramsey was offered by USC tight ends coach Shawn Elliott on June 27 and the Gamecocks quickly jumped to the top of the list.
“It feels good to get it over with,” said Ramsey, who attended Saturday’s game against South Carolina State. “I felt pretty good about USC all along. Coach Elliott and coach Beamer made it feel like home. I know I made the right decision.”
Ramsey is expected to play tight end in college and will likely be used primarily as a hybrid or h-back. He has only played receiver and safety at Cross. Last season, Ramsey’s 13 interceptions led the state. He has two interceptions in the first three games of this season, along with three offensive touchdowns. Last season, as a receiver, Ramsey had 38 receptions for 673 yards and eight touchdowns.
Ramsey is not concerned with the move to a new position, saying that he expects to add 25 to 30 pounds once he arrives in a college setting.
“I will definitely add some weight if I change positions,” he said. “It’s no big deal for me. I’ll play anywhere they tell me to play. I just want to be on the field helping us win games.”
Cross head coach Shaun Wright says Ramsey should have no trouble switching positions.
“He’s a versatile, athletic kid who can do just about anything on the field,” Wright said. “He’s our safety, a receiver, he’s our long snapper and our backup quarterback. He can punt too. He really is a once in a lifetime player for me as a coach. Generational talent.”
Ramsey also is one of the state’s top basketball players and also excels in the 400 meter dash in track.
Ramsey is the second Berkeley County product to commit to an SEC school, joining Timberland offensive lineman Desmond Green, who is pledged to Florida. He also is the second Cross High player ever to commit to USC, joining former defensive back Rod Wilson.
