Imhotep Charter running back David Williams had Penn State on his short list, but the 6-1, 200-pound running back chose South Carolina Friday night.

Pen Argyl defensive back Kyle Muller (left) and linebacker Zach Miller (right) tackle West Catholic running back David Williams (#33). Express-Times Photo | MATT SMITH

Williams made his announcement during the second quarter of the Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl broadcast live on the NFL Network.

"From the beginning of the recruiting process they've been there," Williams said. "Coach (Steve) Spurrier has been to my house and has been there strong the whole time."

As a senior Williams, ranked as one of the top 20 running backs in the country and the No. 1 ranked running back in Pennsylvania, rushed for more than 1,900 yards and 23 touchdowns on 195 carries for a team that reached the PIAA Class AA semifinals.

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