Eric Humphrey, DT, Dallas Parish Episcopal: Committed to OU

What was the most creative recruiting tactic used on you?

Oklahoma State commitment Zack Craig of Spring Branch (Texas) Smithson Valley

What was the most creative recruiting tactic used on you?

Honestly, it was Coach (Glenn) Spencer and just how honest he was.

Damon Williams, DT, Irving (Texas) Nimitz: Committed to OU

What closed the deal for you with OU?

Really, just praying on it, and it felt like the right place.

Chuka Ndulue, DE. Committed to Oklahoma

What sold you on OU?

How it's like a family up there.

Oklahoma State commitment Nathan Sorenson of Texarkana (Texas) Texas High

What was the most creative recruiting tactic used on you?

They put my picture on the envelope.

Oklahoma State commitment Kevin Johnson of Houston (Texas) Cypress Ridge

What was the most creative recruiting tactic used on you?

There was nothing out of the ordinary.

Bob Graham, Jenks

What was the most creative recruiting tactic used on you?

"I wouldn't say I was really pressured into anything, honestly.

Julian Wilson, DB, Southmoore: Committed to OU

What was the most creative recruiting tactic used on you?

"When I was at The Urban Meyer Football Camp in Florida, Coach Meyer taking me out of camp and going into his office.�Not too many people get to do that."

What is the one thing that sold you on the school you chose?

"I have dreamed of going to OU all of my life.

QUEENSTOWN, New Zealand — Robert Gates became the 13th player to win his Nationwide Tour debut, closing with a 2-over 74 in windy conditions Sunday for a one-stroke victory in the tour's season-opening New Zealand Open.

Gates, the 6-foot-6 former Texas A&M player who played the Canadian Tour last year, had a 14-under 274 total at The Hills.

DENVER (AP) — Marian Gaborik 3, Colorado Avalanche 1.

Gaborik had his 10th career hat trick, Chad Johnson made 34 saves for his first NHL win, and the Rangers ended a five-game losing streak with a 3-1 victory over the Avalanche on Sunday night.

"It's a boost of energy for this club and myself as well to finally get a win and feel good about ourselves," Gaborik said.

The hat trick was Gaborik's first since he had five goals for Minnesota against the Rangers on Dec.