Old-School,
As I stated earlier I've seen these situations before. Hopefully the recruit and family learned something, were slightly humbled by it, and can move on. Many times another school will learn of the situation and give the kid an opportunity because of his skill set. It isn't the end of the world. Possibly the worst thing would have been for the kid to go to his original school, struggle academically, lose a year of eligibility, and be put in a difficult transfer situation. Because of his talents he'll get another shot if he wants it. But that is always the number one question he is going to get asked by any 4-year or JUCO recruiter..."do you want it and are you willing to work for it".