Wade Hampton wide receiver
Hakeem Flowers announced his college intentions on Sunday, choosing the N.C. State Wolfpack.
"I went on a visit to Michigan in November, and I had a good time," Flowers told the Greenville News. "But when I went to N.C. State, I felt at home and had a good time. I know a bunch of people there, and it's just the right pick for me."
Flowers told the paper that he committed to Michigan in December, but changed his mind after coach Rich Rodriguez was fired.
Flowers, a North-South all-star, finished his senior season with 41 catches for 936 yards and six touchdowns. He told PalmettoSports.com that he's a solid commitment and doesn't plan to take more visits, and chose the Wolfpack over UCLA, Notre Dame, Michigan and Oregon. Those four teams, along with N.C. State, were represented by hats in front of Flowers when he made the decision.
According to the Greenville News, Flowers was chosen to play for the U.S. Under-19 National Team to play against a team of all-stars from around the world on Feb. 2 at Westlake High School in Austin, Texas.
Staying close to home became more important to Flowers as the recruiting process went on.
"I kept thinking about my family coming out to see me," he told the paper. "I kept thinking about going way out and way out, and finally when it came down to it, I really needed to stay close."
