Powell (OH) Olentangy Liberty High School running back Grayson Davis announced his commitment to Columbia on Saturday.

“The combination of elite academics, Division I football, and the relationships I built with the coaching staff was why I committed. I felt like Columbia was the best overall fit for me, both on and off the field.

"The culture, coaching staff, and opportunity to compete in the Ivy League, while earning a world-class education, along with the blessing of being able to go to school in New York City,” Davis said.

His Recruiting Process & All-Conference Season

He attended a Columbia prospect camp last June 26. After an impressive camp and meeting with head coach Jon Poppe, he received his first Division I offer from the Lions.

“I met with Coach Poppe after I camped there this past summer. That conversation meant a lot to me because I could easily tell he and the coaching staff had spent a lot of time watching my film.…