The definition of cliché is a phrase or opinion that is overused and betrays a lack of original thought. I hope you’ll forgive me for using a tried and true cliché: Recruiting is all about relationships, baby.
I know, I know. Not particularly original. But it’s a cliché for a reason, and it just helped Missouri land another top out-of-state recruit.
Please, allow me to explain.
Eli Drinkwitz’s first and only year as a head coach prior to his time at Missouri came at Appalachian State, which is located in the great state of North Carolina.