Michigan flips OL Adrian Hamilton from Virginia Tech: ‘It is like a dream coming true’

When Adrian Hamilton entered high school, there was one offer he dreamed of earning: Michigan. It didn’t come early, but Hamilton kept working. He committed to Virginia Tech in July and felt solid with the Hokies — until Michigan offered in October. That changed things a little then. His official visit to Ann Arbor this past weekend changed things a lot.

“It is like a dream coming true,” Hamilton told Rivals. “Michigan was my dream school. On my official visit, when I was on the field before the game, I just felt it. Then I watched the game, saw what the atmosphere was like, spent time with Coach Newsome after the game and I knew I wanted to be at Michigan.”

Hamilton has now flipped his commitment from Virginia Tech to Michigan.

The three-star out of St. John’s College in Washington, D.C. entered the visit familiar with Michigan’s history and tradition, but the experience exceeded anything he expected.

“It was everything I thought it would be — even better. I had never been part of an atmosphere like that. 113,000 people were there and it was rocking. It was a tough loss, but seeing the game, hearing the crowd, and being there made me want to be a part of Michigan.

“During the game, I was daydreaming about it. Seeing myself on the field… being a Wolverine. It was awesome taking it all in.

“I’m still processing everything and how I’m going to Michigan. It will hit me in the next day or two and I’ll probably get emotional about it.”

Hamilton is excited about who he will play for at Michigan

One of the biggest selling points for Hamilton was the coaching staff — particularly head coach Sherrone Moore and offensive line coach Grant Newsome, two former offensive linemen deeply invested in the trenches.

“Coach Sherrone Moore is a great guy,” Hamilton said. “He’s been there, he has achieved a lot, and he is adamant about making the program great,” Hamilton said. “Coach Moore cares about the players and the school so much. I love how he used to coach the offensive line too. He hangs with the offensive linemen the most, and I look forward to playing for him.”

Hamilton sees the same traits in Newsome.

“Coach Newsome played at Michigan; he came back to coach there, and he cares a lot about the program and the people in it. He is very hands-on and he’s great at coaching and developing. Watching film with him was great and I loved talking football with him. I know he can do a lot with me when I get there. I love the scheme too.”