Al Blades Jr

[Alaskan Cane]

I had the pleasure of meeting and talking with Al Blades Jr last night. We met at a gathering of "Charlotte Cane's" that was sponsored by the University of Miami, in Charlotte NC. (Thanks UM, GREAT FREE FOOD AND DRINKS) it was a pleasure to have a conversation with such a well spoken young man. He is currently working a pit crew for NASCAR. I have learned of late that this is a very good post football job for many athletes across the spectrum. It takes an athlete, that is fast with his, body and his hands. It is also nice to see a post ncaa and NFL player who has a good head on his shoulders and has a plan for his future.

I asked him why he portaled to Duke in his senior year. He explained that Mario really had no way to evaluate his talents due to injuries the previous years. He felt his best option was to start new, plus he respected Manny's coaching.

 

[Angry Ibis]

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Seems like a great dude. Glad he is doing something he enjoys.

 

[ben]

 

[P-Tizzle]

He had a good head on his shoulders until he said he respected Manny Diaz’s coaching.

 

[SWFLSWAGG17]

Long Live the Blades family.

 

[TallyCaneFan]

Funny thing is I just met his ex-girlfriend from HS/first few college years. She had nothing bad to say about him at all.

 

[P-Tizzle]

Funny thing is I just met his ex-girlfriend from HS/first few college years. She had nothing bad to say about him at all.

Did you hit?