Former Marvin Ridge LB commits to Alabama

Former Marvin Ridge LB Vinnie Sunseri chooses Alabama over Pitt. Per The Enquirer-Journal:

MONROE — Vinnie Sunseri, a three-year starter at Marvin Ridge High, committed to the defending national champion Alabama Crimson Tide over the weekend.

A linebacker who was voted county and conference defensive player of the year as a junior in 2009, Sunseri gave his word to Alabama head coach Nick Saban after taking a visit to the University of Pittsburgh.

Sunseri said his final decision came down to Alabama and Pittsburgh,

Sunseri admitted Monday he was torn between the two schools, and the emotion ran deep.

His older brother, Tino, is a sophomore at Pittsburgh, battling to start at quarterback this season.

Alabama’s linebackers coach is Sal Sunseri, their dad.

Congratulations to him! Alabama is expected to play for national championships, but not so much for Pitt, so I don't find it particularly surprising that he ultimately decided on Alabama despite having family ties to both schools.