Pinellas: News and notes

By BOB PUTNAM, Times Staff Writer
Published January 25, 2008

Brinson rejects FSU, stays firm with commitment

Though he committed to Iowa last month, Northeast's Jeff Brinson always was interested in attending FSU. Now, the Seminoles are interested in him.

FSU recruiter Lawrence Dawsey stopped by Brinson's house last week. Brinson didn't receive an offer, only a chance to visit.

He declined.

"I don't think that would sway me," Brinson said.

Brinson went to Iowa the first weekend in December and was sold. He committed days later and canceled the rest of his visits.

"I'm happy with my decision," he said.

Three girls basketball teams ranked

St. Petersburg Catholic, the county's highest-ranked team, moved up from No. 3 to No. 2 in the Class 3A girls basketball state poll. Boca Ciega is No. 10 in 5A and Keswick is No. 7 in 2A.

Check it out: PCAC championship

What: Girls basketballWhen: 7 tonight

Who: Clearwater at Boca Ciega

Admission: $5. The doors will open at 6 p.m. and tickets will go on sale at that time.
Rettig to Brown

Clearwater Central Catholic defensive lineman Kyle Rettig orally committed to Brown. Rettig also visited Georgetown and Lehigh and canceled a trip to Lafayette. CCC coach Mike Jalazo said Rettig is leaving the next two weekends open for visits in case anything else pops up.

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