Oklahoma State University Athletics
Q&A With Josh Henson
July 25, 2003 | Cowboy Football
Cowboy MVP: After playing football at OSU for four years, how does it feel to be beginning your third year as the tight ends coach/recruiting coordinator?
Josh Henson: Having been a part of OSU football for 10 years now, this is a very exciting time to be involved with OSU football. Our goal is to build a consistent program here at OSU and I believe that we are at the beginning of something very special.
Cowboy MVP: Of all the recruits that the Cowboys signed this spring, who do you feel will make the greatest impact this season?
Josh Henson: It is very hard to determine which players can compete early at this level. Many times it has more to do with maturity combined with physical ability. Obviously, we feel that some of the young defensive linemen have a chance to contribute early and will probably be called upon to do so.
Cowboy MVP: The Cowboys closed out last year on a high note with victories over Nebraska, Texas A&M, Oklahoma and Southern Miss in the 2002 Houston Bowl. What should we look for from the Cowboys this season?
Josh Henson: I would look for a season in which the Cowboys again show that they can compete in the Big 12. We had a great season last year with wins over some good programs. We must approach the season with something to prove! If we want to be a consistent program we need to go out and prove it this year!
Cowboy MVP: How do victories over such programs as Nebraska and Oklahoma help you in recruiting quality student-athletes?
Josh Henson: Winning helps everything and most of all recruiting. The investment in facility upgrades and a trip to the Houston Bowl shows recruits that Oklahoma State is one of the future powers in the Big 12 Conference. Oklahoma State University is an excellent school because of the degree programs, friendly people, and location. Combine these with a winning program, and you will find that most recruits are very interested in OSU.
Cowboy MVP: Do you have any advice for potential student-athletes?
Josh Henson: Take your education seriously! Requirements to become an NCAA qualifier and percentage of degree requirements once a student-athlete enters school are being raised. Recruits that are NCAA qualifiers in their junior year of high school definitely have an advantage in the recruiting process.
