SEABROOK – Jerry Hatcher served as the defensive coordinator at nearby Beaufort High School, before taking over as the head coach at Whale Branch.
At Beaufort, Hatcher coached former Clemson linebacker Justin Parker, as well as former South Carolina defensive ends Devin Taylor and Duane Chisholm.
“He’s right there with them, maybe above them,” Hatcher told TheClemsonInsider on Friday afternoon.
“But I’ve never had anyone like him, as thick and compact as he is. Those defensive tackles are so hard to find. I’m telling you, especially with him going in early, he’s got a chance.”
In May, Pinckney squated 465 pounds.