We finally wrapped up in-processing and were released for a short break before our next event.

We grouped up in the hotel lobby in order of which side we were representing. I was paired up with a player for the East Team. Of note; the East has won the last three games here at the All-American Bowl. Once the sides were organized we were taken over to a pavilion to meet the players.

The player I was paired up with is a Tennessee boy as well. Wearing #36, Jacques Smith, is a Defensive End out of Chattanooga, TN. We hit it off instantly and being an avid fan of College Football we ha plenty to talk about. The funny thing is that I already knew some stats about him because I remember reading about him when he was recruited by my two of favorite teams; Tennessee and Vanderbilt. He finally settled on Tennessee and I know he will be a great addition to the Vols roster.

We then moved on to the push-up sit-up competition. Two Soldier Heroes and two players from each team were matched up for the competition which was judged by Army Drill Sergeants. A player from the West Team actually out performed one of the Soldier's in the push-up portion! In the end the East out performed the West and won the contest.

Immediately following the physical competition there was an eat-off once again matching Soldier Heroes and players from each team to see who could eat the most burgers, hotdogs, and chicken breasts. After it was all said and done the East had won again!

As the competitions concluded we finally were able to sit down and eat with our players. We had a fun group to eat with at our table. There was another player who had committed to Florida and another who hadn't decided yet. So we got into a two sided "tug of war" over which school he should commit to. His Soldier Hero was from Georgia and was pulling for him to commit locally while we were trying to convert him to Tennessee.

After the dinner we went to the GMAC Bowl viewing party with the players for some wings and then were released for the rest of the night. All-in-all it was a great day and I can't wait to see what's in store for tomorrow!