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Maryland has gotten things started in its 2026 recruiting class, as three-star defensive back Khmari Bing announced his pledge to the Terrapins on Monday, becoming UMD’s first commit in the cycle.
Bing grew up in Washington, D.C. as a Maryland fan and he is excited to join the Terrapins in the future. Once he arrives on campus, Bing’s goal is to help Maryland compete in the Big Ten and at the national level.
Despite being a class of 2026 prospect, the Saint Frances Academy (Baltimore, Maryland) defender felt that now was the right time for him to to make his commitment decision.
“What made me commit to Maryland was to get Maryland great again,” Bing told Rivals. “I grew up a Maryland fan, but I’ve ultimately never seen them be able to play in the national championship. I think it’s only right for me to commit because I can add to the team and we will make Maryland great again.”
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At Maryland, Bing will play under head coach Mike Locksley, defensive coordinator/defensive line coach Brian Williams, co-defensive coordinator/associate head coach for defense/cornerbacks coach Aazaar Abdul-Rahim and the rest of the staff.
As a defensive back, it is no surprise that Bing has built a strong relationship with Abdul-Rahim, while he continues to build bonds with the other coaches as well.
“I’m just getting to know the other coaches, but Coach Aazaar is who I’m the closest with because when he came to the school to see me, it was like a bond, and when he came to my practice, we were chatting it up like family.”
The 6-foot-1, 180-pound Bing has good height and length as a defensive back. He is…
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Publish date : 2024-08-06 01:39:21
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