Lincoln East receiver Tyson Clark to walk on at NU

Following in the footsteps of his father, Lincoln East senior Tyson Clark has accepted an offer to walk on at Nebraska next fall.

Clark, a 6-foot-5, 210-pound wide receiver for the Spartans, decided to walk on after a visit from tight ends coach Ron Brown and a trip to the campus on Jan. 25.

“Nebraska was always the goal for me,” Clark said. “It’s everything I’ve wanted to do ever since I can remember, so I’m excited.”

Bret Clark, Tyson’s father, was an All-American safety for Nebraska in 1984 and played five seasons in the NFL. Clark is third all-time in the Husker record books for interceptions (12) and tied for eight all-time in pass breakups with 21.

Tyson said he didn’t feel too much pressure to land at his father’s alma mater, but that it was a big factor in his decision.

“He just wanted me to go wherever I wanted, it didn’t really matter as much to him,” Clark said. “I think he definitely liked it a lot more that I’m following in his footsteps.”

Clark received interest from Iowa State and also scholarship offers from Peru State, Augustana, Concordia and a number of other state colleges, but a chance to player for his hometown team proved too appealing.

“It’s a dream. Once I got that opportunity, I definitely wanted to take it,” he said.

East Coach John Gingery said that if Clark can improve his speed and strength once he gets on campus he can make an impact at receiver for Nebraska.

“If he can improve in those areas, he’s a Big 12 player,” Gingery said. “There’s definitely something unique there. He’s got all the attributes to contribute. He has good range and great hands; he’s a big target out there and that never hurts.”

Clark is optimistic about his chances of making a difference down the road.

“I know there are a lot of younger receivers there, but as long as I go out and work hard, I’ve got an opportunity,” Clark said.

Clark shined in the Spartans’ offense, taking advantage of his height to the tune of about 500 receiving yards his senior season.

“We ran a spread offense, and it was invaluable to us,” Gingery said. “In the goal line, we had a lot of jump balls. When you put it up in the corner and tell Tyson to go get it, that’s a great weapon to have, and we’re going to miss that.”

maxolson@dailynebraskan.com

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EightySix

Mon Feb 9 2009 16:41

Huskerat wasn't alive when Bret Clark played for NU or when he was coached by Steve Spurrier in Tampa or when he played as a Falcon in ATL and doesn't know who his Dad is...

Mike J

Sun Feb 8 2009 00:07

I'm not understanding huskerat, I think he started drinking hours before his comment. What do you mean,, and a dad at home.. do you even remember Bret Clark?

huskerat

Wed Feb 4 2009 11:09

what the %^&$ good luck kid you can do this no problem now im going to go have a beer and celebrate go huskies lol this is the kind of kid we need someone whos got taLENT and hunger and a DAD at home

jl8698

Tue Feb 3 2009 23:40

Good Luck Tyson, The backbone of this program was build upon kids like you that may not be known now, but will be in the future with the right work ethic and belief that it will pay off.

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