By Bill Kurelic, NN Recruiting Analyst

bkurelic@nittanynetwork.com

Dec. 31, 2008

Mike Zordich graduated from Youngstown (Ohio) Chaney in 1981 and went on to have a great career for Penn State as a strong safety, graduating in 1985. 

His son, Michael Zordich from Youngstown Cardinal Mooney, was one of the Top 10 prospects in the Buckeye State in 2008. He ultimately selected Penn State over Ohio State and is currently a redshirt freshman linebacker for the Nittany Lions.

There is yet another Zordich on Penn State’s radar screen: Cardinal Mooney junior quarterback Alex Zordich.  The 6-foot-3 and 200-pound Alex helped lead Mooney to a 9-3 record this season.  He threw for 781 yards and seven touchdowns with just two interceptions.

As one might expect, Alex is very familiar with the Penn State football program.

“I’ve been to Penn State a lot of times, ever since I was young,” Alex said.  “I went to three games this season, when they played Michigan State, Illinois and Indiana.

“It’s real neat there.  And the family history is a neat thing with my brother playing for the same coach as my dad.”

However, Alex said brother Michael is not trying influence him too much.

“My brother would love to see me go to Penn State,” Alex said.  “But he says I have to keep my eyes open.  Everyone says I’m a lock to go to Penn State, but I’m interested in whoever is interested in me.”

The list of schools sending mail and showing interest in Alex includes Penn State, Northwestern, Kansas and Cincinnati. 

Alex is waiting for his first scholarship offer.  And while he wants to keep an open mind, there is no doubt an offer from Joe Paterno would certainly get his attention.

Check out Alex Zordich in action, courtesy of ScoutingOhio.com.