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Alabama CB Ga’Quincy ‘Kool-Aid’ McCkinstry lands NIL deal with Kool-Aid brand

A brand deal that was destined to happen has finally been made official!

Alabama true-freshman cornerback, Ga’Quincy McKinstry, has a unique nickname. He goes by ‘Kool-Aid,’ and everyone calls him that. Before you ask any questions: yes, that includes Coach Nick Saban.

On July 1, 2021, the NCAA announced that student-athletes will be able to benefit from their name, image and likeness.

It wasn’t long after the news broke when Crimson Tide fans called for a brand partnership to be developed between the Pinson Valley native and the popular drink brand.

Here we are, on Aug. 18, 2021, the date when Kool-Aid McKinstry and Kool-Aid brand made their relationship official.

Kool-Aid’s official Twitter accounted shared a few photos to publicize the partnership.

No details regarding the partnership have been released, nor have there been any public plans. Who knows what will become of this? Certainly a good deal for both Kool-Aid’s!

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Five-star football recruit Ga’Quincy McKinstry joins basketball team

Five-star cornerback Ga’Quincy ‘Kool-Aid’ McKinstry signed with the Alabama Crimson Tide during December’s early signing period. 

Five-star cornerback Ga’Quincy ‘Kool-Aid’ McKinstry signed with the Alabama Crimson Tide during December’s early signing period.

McKinstry, who recently enrolled at Alabama, joined the basketball team for one practice this week and was seen on the court before the Crimson Tide’s 81-73 win over Mississippi State on Saturday night.

The 6-foot-2, 185-pound McKinstry was a two-sport star for Pinson Valley High in Pinson, Alabama, was ranked as the No. 1 cornerback in the 2021 class, according to 247Sports.

After Alabama’s win over Mississippi State, head coach Nate Oats spoke about McKinstry, per Cecil Hurt of The Tuscaloosa News.

”It’s going to take a long time,” Oats said when asked about McKinstry possibly playing. “Think of all the time he has missed. But we are glad to have him out there. The guys like him. I like having him around.”

Alabama is currently 13-3 on the season and sits atop the SEC with an 8-0 record in conference play. The Crimson Tide have won nine consecutive games.

McKinstry will practice with the basketball team until spring workouts begin for the football team.

“When football conditioning starts, that takes precedence,” Oats said.

“But he’s great. I shot a game of pool with him after the game. On the court, he learns fast, he’s obviously an extraordinary athlete, and maybe he could give us some of that toughness that we need.”

McKinstry’s future is certainly in football, but it’s an impressive feat to immediately step on campus and begin practicing with the basketball team.

Alabama is back in action on Tuesday when Kentucky comes to Tuscaloosa.

WATCH: Nation’s top CB Ga’Quincy McKinstry officially signs with Alabama

Alabama football continues to make huge strides in its recruiting, as the nation’s top CB in the 2021 class has officially signed.

The Alabama Crimson Tide continues to roll during the first day of the early signing period. Nick Saban is assembling another highly touted class of recruits.

After having already flipped a defensive end committed to LSU to his class, Saban gained himself a five-star cornerback, who is also the top corner in the country: Ga’Quincy McKinstry.

McKinstry was already committed to Alabama, having chosen the Crimson Tide over offers from Auburn, Clemson and Florida.

The in-state product from Pinson, Alabama, was recruited by Pete Golding and Karl Scott.

He also plays basketball and hinted at potentially making a run at joining Nate Oats and the men’s basketball team.

“I’m ready to move on to Alabama to take on the challenge that I will be receiving,” said McKinstry at his signing ceremony.

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Alabama lands commitment from top-ranked, two-sport athlete Ga’Quincy McKinstry

Alabama basketball and football landed a huge target in five-star in-state dual athlete from pinson valle alabama Ga’Quincy McKinstry.

Alabama continues to roll over every other program in the nation on the recruiting trail, as the 2021 recruiting class got a little bit bigger, and a whole lot stronger.

The No. 1 player in the state of Alabama, cornerback Ga’Quincy ‘Kool-Aid’ McKinstry of Pinson Valley announced today that he will be committing to Alabama over numerous other top programs.

Five-star McKinstry is commit No. 22 for the 2021 class that includes five 5-stars, 12 4-stars and 3-stars. All together, they create the top class in the nation.

The cornerback chose Alabama over Auburn and LSU, which made his final three. McKinstry also held offers from Clemson, Miami, Georgia, Florida State and countless other top programs all across the country.

While he is one of the best at his craft when it comes to football, McKinstry is actually a two-sport athlete and also plans on playing basketball under Nate oats for the Crimson Tide.

When he announced he will be playing at Alabama, a crowd erupted with cheers. You can watch the full video below.

2021 5-star Alabama target picks Florida

Alabama lost out on one of its top recruiting prospects for the class of 2021 when the 5-star cornerback pick Florida on Sunday.

Jason Marshall has been a heavy target for Alabama for awhile now, and the coaching staff felt like they had a chance at securing a commitment from the five-star cornerback out of Miami (Fla.).  Unfortunately, that will not be the case.

On Sunday, Marshall announced that he would be committing to the Florida Gators via his social media accounts, which includes Twitter. The loss of Marshall for Alabama does not come as a major shock, but there were many Crimson Tide fans and others who support the team who were hoping to have him added to an already impressive 2021 class.

According to the 247Sports composite rankings, Marshall is rated as the No. 29 overall player, No. 2 cornerback and No. 7 player from the state of Florida.

Alabama is expected to lose Patrick Surtain II early following the 2020 season, as the starting cornerback is expected to be one of the top defensive back prospects available for the 2021 NFL Draft. And with others such as Trevon Diggs, Scooby Carter and others gone, Marshall could have been a valuable addition for 2021.

Now the coaching staff will turn most — if not all — of its attention towards another five-star cornerback prospect, Ga’Quincy McKinstry. The Pinson Valley High School standout is rated as the No. 1 cornerback in the nation and currently has Alabama is his final three along with LSU and Auburn.

The Crimson Tide still has the No. 2 overall recruiting class (No. 1 in the SEC) for 2021.

Stay tuned for more recruiting updates from Roll Tide Wire, part of the USA TODAY Sports College Wire Network!

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5-star Alabama target has Tide in his top 3

2021 five-star corner back Ga’Quincy McKinstry names Alabama long with Auburn and LSU in his top-three schools for his recruiting process.

Five-star corner back from Pinson, Alabama, Ga’Quincy McKinstry, released his top-three schools in his recruitment process, one of which being Alabama.

McKinstry has narrowed down the schools he will be choosing from down to three. He will be deciding among Alabama, Auburn and LSU, all SEC West programs.

Mckinstry, who also plays basketball at Pinson Valley high school, claims that he would like to play football and basketball at the collegiate level.

He was named the ‘2020 Birmingham Male Athlete of the Year.’

Nick Saban’s 2021 recruiting class currently ranks No. 2 in the nation, falling short only to Ohio state.

The Crimson Tide’s 2021 class consists of three five-star players, nine four-stars and three three-stars.

Roll Tide Wire will keep you updated on McKinstry’s recruitment process, as well as any recruiting news regarding Alabama football!

 

Alabama makes top 2021 recruit Ga’Quincy McKinstry’s top 5 list

On Sunday, Ga’Quincy McKinstry tweeted a list of his top 5, and Alabama was on the list with LSU, Auburn, Georgia, and Clemson.

Alabama could be soon adding another recruit to their 2021 list. On Sunday, Ga’Quincy McKinstry tweeted a list of his top 5, and Alabama was on the list with LSU, Auburn, Georgia, and Clemson.

McKinstry is an incredible athlete. So much so that he’s not only a star two sport athlete, but he’s also as played defensive back, wide receiver and kick returner for the Pinson Valley Indians.

According to 247Sports composite rankings, McKinstry is listed as a 4 star CB. He’s also the top 2 player in the state of Alabama, as well as the 2nd best CB in the nation. Overall, he’s ranked as the 28th best player in the nation.

Last season, he finished with 47 catches for 700 yards, and12 touchdowns. He also returned 12 kickoffs for 183 yards, as well as one intercepted a pass on defense in 2019 for the Indians.

According to reports, McKinstryhas talked about playing basketball in college as well.

“He is a tremendous basketball player and athlete,” Indians’ coach Darrell Barber said. “He really only plays the sport three months out of the year right now. If he played 12 months, there is no doubt he would be the No. 1 basketball guy in the state. He has something you can’t teach. He’s special. Players like Ga’Quincy don’t come around often.”

For the Indians last season, he averaged 15 points, 5 rebounds and 3.7 assists per game and had 69 steals.

Roll Tide Wire will keep you up to date on the very latest recruiting news!

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