Monrovia running back Kurt Scoby gives “soft commit” to Fresno St. Posted on October 21, 2013 by Aram Tolegian Monrovia running back Kurt Scoby has given a “soft commitment” to Fresno State, according to several recruiting websites. Scoby, a senior, has rushed for 1,268 yards and 16 touchdowns this season. Aram’s take: No clue what a soft commitment is.