Tony Franklin Running Back 5-11, 175 St. Peter Chanel HS Bedford, OH

Notes: Coach: Bill Powers 40 time: 4.39 UVA Recruiting Coach: Danny Rocco Committed to Virginia on junior prospect day the weekend of June 16, 2001. Rushed for 3,400 yards and 43 touchdowns his senior year. Selected to play in this summer's Big 33 All Star game in Pennsylvania. 1,400 yards rushing, 18 TD's as a junior. Benches 325 pounds. Top 20 recruit in state of Ohio. Rated three stars and ranked 12th nationally at running back according to Rivals100.com. Articles: LC must deal with 'real deal' Franklin, The Plain Dealer, October 4, 2001 Firebirds upend Shoremen, The Plain Dealer, September 8, 2001 Visit sparks Franklin to commit to Virginia, The Plain Dealer, June 20, 2001 Tony Franklin Commits to Cavs, The Sabre, June 19, 2001 If you know of any info, articles or photographs on any prospect, you are welcome to share this information by emailing staff@thesabre.com.