Duke lands a commitment from RB Mikel Stephen: ‘It was a no-brainer’
Mikel Stephen didn’t need a long process to know where he belonged. The talented running back out of Madison (Miss. ) Madison Central, who holds over 20 offers, has committed to Duke after a strong visit at the end of March made everything clear.
“I felt like I was home,” Stephen told Rivals. “The coaches and […]
Mikel Stephen didn’t need a long process to know where he belonged. The talented running back out of Madison (Miss. ) Madison Central , who holds over 20 offers, has committed to Duke after a strong visit at the end of March made everything clear.
“I felt like I was home,” Stephen told Rivals. “The coaches and players treated me like I belonged there, and everything just felt right. ” Duke offered Stephen back in January, and it didn’t take long for the Blue Devils to become a serious contender.
One visit was enough. Stephen made his way to Durham on March 28, and the experience quickly separated Duke from the rest of his options. “Since they offered, they have been serious about me,” he said.