Speedster Korey Banks Jr. commits to South Carolina

South Carolina started off its National Signing Day 2016 in style with a commitment from Tyrone (Ga.) Sandy Creek three-star wide receiver Korey Banks Jr.

The 5-foot-11, 164-pound speedster joins the Gamecocks' class after taking an official visit to Columbia over the weekend.

"It was very welcoming, a great town," Banks said of South Carolina. "The coaches showed a lot of love, the players showed a lot of love. The food was great. The facilities were great too. The coaching staff is one of a kind."

Banks, who was committed at North Carolina until Monday, chose the Gamecocks over offers from the Tar Heels and Alabama among many others.

"I'm excited," he said on Wednesday. "The atmosphere was what made me want to go there. We've got something special coming."

Banks was recruited by co-offensive coordinator and wide receivers coach Bryan McClendon.

Banks was hosted on his recruiting trip by rising junior linebacker Bryson Allen-Williams.

Banks is ranked the No. 65 prospect in Georgia by Rivals.com.

Banks' father, Korey Banks, played for Mississippi State and in the NFL.

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