HS FOOT: Taft's Radley selects Utah

Lucky Radley, a top multi-purpose back for Taft, signed with Utah today, picking the Utes over Texas Tech, North Carolina and others.

Radley was a starting running back, linebacker and return specialist at Taft. In college, he projects as a defensive back.

"I'd like to thank God, my family and everyone else. It's been a bumpy road but it has ended great," said Radley, who played for three high schools over three seasons. "Utah is where I felt most comfortable. It came down to North Carolina and Utah, but at North Carolina I just didn't get that same family vibe. To be there for four years, I just wasn't comfortable."

Radley said he is ready for the cold weather in Utah.

"I've never played in snow, but I think it will be fun," Radley said. "It's not a big difference. I'm always ready to do new things."

-- Gerry Gittelson