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USC commit Pete Leota recaps ‘great’ official visit with Gamecocks

Offensive lineman and South Carolina commitment Pete Leota
Offensive lineman and South Carolina commitment Pete Leota dmclemore@thestate.com

South Carolina offensive line commitment Pete Leota of Asheville, N.C., made his official visit over the weekend and said he’s 100 percent committed, though he’s still planning to take some other visits.

“The weekend went great,” he said. “I loved it. My mom and dad loved it. I’m really glad I’m committed to them. Coach Muschamp said he loved my highlights, said I was a very good player, nasty and I finish every block.”

Leota said he’s still talking with Wake Forest, North Carolina, Virginia Tech and East Carolina. He said the Gamecocks are aware of his plans for other visits.

“They trust me,” he said. “They know I’m going to make the right decision.”

Leota hinted at a visit to East Carolina, where former USC assistant Deke Adams is recruiting him. He said it’s possible he’ll take a visit somewhere this coming weekend.

The Gamecocks have four offensive line commitments for the 2016 class.

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