Jojo Domann - I think we got a good one

[inWV]

He was coached and developed to be a versatile player. Possible Hagg-like skills.

http://www.omaha.com/huskers/jojo-d...cle_35cf7ef3-691d-5790-ab24-5af145604b76.html

 

[northeastNebraska]

He was coached and developed to be a versatile player. Possible Hagg-like skills.

http://www.omaha.com/huskers/jojo-d...cle_35cf7ef3-691d-5790-ab24-5af145604b76.html

He's been one of the kids I felt was underrated by rivals. I personally think he could play this year if he has a good fall camp.

 

[bleedhuskerred]

Great read and I love the kids our staff is bringing in.

 

[Larry Hagman's Liver]

He was coached and developed to be a versatile player. Possible Hagg-like skills.

http://www.omaha.com/huskers/jojo-d...cle_35cf7ef3-691d-5790-ab24-5af145604b76.html

Impressive kid and very versatile athlete. I may be even more impressed by his father though. How many youth coaches whose son is the star player would do this:

“He wouldn’t give me the ball more than five times per game,” said JoJo, a Nebraska signee who arrives in early June to begin his Husker career. “I played every position on the field just so other guys could have the ball. So I played center, defensive tackle, D-end, middle ’backer, corner, safety, everything. My dad’s goal was to spread the ball around so it wasn’t just the ‘Domann Show’ and the dad giving the ball to his son.”

JoJo wasn’t thrilled with his dad’s plan as a seventh and eighth grader. But, as he got older and became an even bigger football star at Colorado Springs Pine Creek, JoJo understood, and even came to appreciate the lesson.

 

[newAD]

Impressive kid and very versatile athlete. I may be even more impressed by his father though. How many youth coaches whose son is the star player would do this:

“He wouldn’t give me the ball more than five times per game,” said JoJo, a Nebraska signee who arrives in early June to begin his Husker career. “I played every position on the field just so other guys could have the ball. So I played center, defensive tackle, D-end, middle ’backer, corner, safety, everything. My dad’s goal was to spread the ball around so it wasn’t just the ‘Domann Show’ and the dad giving the ball to his son.”

JoJo wasn’t thrilled with his dad’s plan as a seventh and eighth grader. But, as he got older and became an even bigger football star at Colorado Springs Pine Creek, JoJo understood, and even came to appreciate the lesson.

I've known some youth FB coaches who should meet his dad.

 

[Cornicator]

I've shared this belief for a year now. IMO, Domann is the best High School football player Nebraska has signed since Rex Burkhead. That doesn't mean he will be the best player in the class 4 years from now. It also doesn't mean he's the best athlete.

However, his football acumen is off the charts. His vision and insticts are incredible. It allows him to always make plays, and he often comes out of nowhere. Those types of players are special. If you've ever played with them, you can't explain their ability. They see the whole field and don't waste motion or energy. If they're playing offense, they make opponents miss. If they're on defense, they always flow to the ball and takes perfect paths in pursuit. He understands angles and fundamentally takes down the opponent in the open field.

I truly think Domann has the skill set to play on either side of the ball. But, his playmaking ability will be valuable on defense. He's bigger than Nate Gerry and will be a better defender vs the run.

 

[Larry Hagman's Liver]

I've known some youth FB coaches who should meet his dad.

I bet. I imagine a lot of them look and act like their Hollywood equivalents.

 

[jay-cheese]

I think he recently had shoulder surgery. Not sure if that will delay him from being on the field or not this upcoming season. Remember it's a big jump to college football (but I certainly take another Terrell Farley/Demorrio Williams/Mike Brown type player)...

Coaching is a complete joke in most youth sports. 1/2 of them never played the sport themselves, and a good chunk more put fun at the bottom of the list instead of the top. It's a game and at any level lower than college/pro's should be about fun, learning to be a good team member, and self improvement.

Example of horrid youth coaching I recently witnessed: watching a 9 yr old boys soccer game, opposing team down 2 goals with less than 10 minutes to play in 2nd half...opposing team member gets hurt and goes down, opposing coach runs onto field and picks the kid up to carry him off the field (instead of tending to his health). Opposing coach did this b/c he wanted the kid off so they continue to try and get back into/win the game as time was winding down. Hilllarious to watch b/c the kid started punching/kicking the coach for picking him up like a baby...needless to say, I was shocked to witness this behavior.

GBR

 

[GretnaShawn]

I think he recently had shoulder surgery. Not sure if that will delay him from being on the field or not this upcoming season. Remember it's a big jump to college football (but I certainly take another Terrell Farley/Demorrio Williams/Mike Brown type player)...

Coaching is a complete joke in most youth sports. 1/2 of them never played the sport themselves, and a good chunk more put fun at the bottom of the list instead of the top. It's a game and at any level lower than college/pro's should be about fun, learning to be a good team member, and self improvement.

Example of horrid youth coaching I recently witnessed: watching a 9 yr old boys soccer game, opposing team down 2 goals with less than 10 minutes to play in 2nd half...opposing team member gets hurt and goes down, opposing coach runs onto field and picks the kid up to carry him off the field (instead of tending to his health). Opposing coach did this b/c he wanted the kid off so they continue to try and get back into/win the game as time was winding down. Hilllarious to watch b/c the kid started punching/kicking the coach for picking him up like a baby...needless to say, I was shocked to witness this behavior.

GBR

Youth coaches often think that winning the most games in 4th-8th grade makes them a good youth coach. What they don't realize is that teaching kids fundamentals and how to play the game and losing now leads to winning when it matters, high school and beyond. Coaching/being around youth soccer and basketball have opened my eyes to how many coaches/parents are blind to this. Would rather play 'boom ball' (soccer) and win now, but never teach the kids how to properly pass the ball and work it up the field. Or would rather play zone (basketball) and win now when the kids can't shoot from the outside, rather teach them man defense / help-side and win later.

 

[dockentwo]

I've shared this belief for a year now. IMO, Domann is the best High School football player Nebraska has signed since Rex Burkhead. That doesn't mean he will be the best player in the class 4 years from now. It also doesn't mean he's the best athlete.

However, his football acumen is off the charts. His vision and insticts are incredible. It allows him to always make plays, and he often comes out of nowhere. Those types of players are special. If you've ever played with them, you can't explain their ability. They see the whole field and don't waste motion or energy. If they're playing offense, they make opponents miss. If they're on defense, they always flow to the ball and takes perfect paths in pursuit. He understands angles and fundamentally takes down the opponent in the open field.

I truly think Domann has the skill set to play on either side of the ball. But, his playmaking ability will be valuable on defense. He's bigger than Nate Gerry and will be a better defender vs the run.

This is inspiring.... My impression was other players seem to get better with this type of player in the game; maybe more confidence. I believe HCMR has made similar comments to yours; how he makes plays everywhere. GBR

 

[marteau]

wonder how the shoulder surgery and recovery is coming

 

[dockentwo]

wonder how the shoulder surgery and recovery is coming

Basically says he is 99% healed; and that he is due to be cleared for full physical contact for July. They are going to look at him seriously to play in any way they can get him on the field - whether its special teams or special packages he adapts to quickly. Understand we have some great new players; but coming in, the coaches seem to feel he has the "it" factor. Averaging over 15 yards per touch on offense is incredible - most top AA high school players can attain around ten, also amazing with some effect of outstanding teams.

 

[anon_umk0ifu6vj6zi]

I bet. I imagine a lot of them look and act like their Hollywood equivalents.

Can I still look up to Buttermaker?

 

[TheBeav815]

Kid is definitely one to keep an eye on. Not every recruit gets to be raised by somebody who knows the game like his dad does. I like his knowledge and I like his attitude. He sounds plenty confident in an interview, you need that out of a future leader.

 

[Larry Hagman's Liver]

Can I still look up to Buttermaker?

Yes, and why wouldn't you. He's the best damned coach in North Valley League history.

 

[mountainmann]

Impressive kid and very versatile athlete. I may be even more impressed by his father though. How many youth coaches whose son is the star player would do this:

“He wouldn’t give me the ball more than five times per game,” said JoJo, a Nebraska signee who arrives in early June to begin his Husker career. “I played every position on the field just so other guys could have the ball. So I played center, defensive tackle, D-end, middle ’backer, corner, safety, everything. My dad’s goal was to spread the ball around so it wasn’t just the ‘Domann Show’ and the dad giving the ball to his son.”

JoJo wasn’t thrilled with his dad’s plan as a seventh and eighth grader. But, as he got older and became an even bigger football star at Colorado Springs Pine Creek, JoJo understood, and even came to appreciate the lesson.

His dad taught him well. Team game and not about me. I used to coach. It would've been hard for me to give my son only 5 touches a game when he was such a weapon. I had to coach against a hole dad's that would take it to my kids, so the temptation to rub it in was always there. Hats off to the dad. Sounds like a great kid. Nate Gerry type maybe?

 

[mountainmann]

His dad taught him well. Team game and not about me. I used to coach. It would've been hard for me to give my son only 5 touches a game when he was such a weapon. I had to coach against a hole dads that would take it to my kids, so the temptation to rub it in was always there. Hats off to the dad. Sounds like a great kid. Nate Gerry type maybe?