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Recruiting his son required ‘split personalities’ for Boise State coach Leon Rice

Imagine the quandary Boise State men’s basketball coach Leon Rice faced when his middle son, Max, verbally committed to the Broncos in August.

As a parent, it must have been a proud moment. But as a coach, Rice knew he had to keep quiet. NCAA rules forbid coaches from talking about recruits to the media until they have signed a national letter of intent.

On Wednesday, Rice was finally free to speak about his son and the four other players who will join the Broncos for the 2018-19 season.

“It’s a special day, not only for Max, but all five of the guys who we signed, Max being one of them,” Rice said.