re: Why do you think a recruit commits, de-commits, re-commits, etc.?

Because in highschool every year feels like a lifetime. Extremely early commitments don't really mean anything, just like early decommitments. Still just a recruit you are trying to sign

Imagine your growth/change as a person from sophomore to senior year, now compare it to your last 2 or the next 2 years. Dont relate it to a decision you'd make as a full grown man.