There's no question that Florida State wanted to make sure Miami Central standout offensive lineman Navaughn Donaldson felt right at home during his official visit this weekend. The Seminoles also wanted to make a strong impression on Donaldson's mother, who joined him on the trip.
Donaldson, a Miami commitment who is a major target for the 'Noles, already has a strong bond with the FSU staff, including his main recruiter Tim Brewster and also offensive line coach Rick Trickett.
So how did it go?
"It was really a trip for my mom," Donaldson said. "My mom was really amazed at what she saw on this visit and the type of degree you can have there at FSU. And also she was very comfortable with the players and the campus, stuff like that."
While winning over Donaldson's mother was perhaps most important, the visit was also a chance for him to spend some more time with Trickett. Donaldson has said before that he consider Trickett to be one of the best OL coaches in the country.
"It was really good seeing Coach Trickett. He told me I could come in earn a spot and work hard for it," Donaldson said. "He can teach me things to get me ready for the next level. Coach Trickett is always straight with me in what he wants, and that's the type of coaching I like."
