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September 1 is one of the biggest dates on the recruiting calendar for Division I softball and lacrosse. It is when coaches can begin making certain direct recruiting contacts with prospective athletes. But families need to understand one important thing: September 1 is not when recruiting starts. College coaches have already been evaluating athletes, watching … Read more
Some dreams are written down. Others are lived. In 2016, a freshman at Decatur High School named Jordan Walker joined National Scouting Report with one clear vision for his future. In his personal message inside the NSR athlete portal, he wrote: “My goal is to play Major League Baseball.” It was a bold statement from … Read more
Diving is one of the most technical sports to evaluate — and one of the easiest to misinterpret. Every detail matters. From the approach to the entry, athletes are judged on a blend of power, precision, timing, and grace. It’s a sport that lives at the intersection of athletics and artistry, where style matters, control … Read more
College rosters are changing. Quietly, quickly, and with consequences that stretch far beyond the schools directly impacted. The new roster limits apply only to NCAA Division I programs. On paper, that sounds contained. In reality, it isn’t. Because when Division I rosters shrink and the transfer portal stays wide open, the effects don’t stop at … Read more
National Scouting Report proudly congratulates Carson Beck on his upcoming appearance in the National Championship game on Monday, January 19. Watching Carson compete on college football’s biggest stage is both exciting and meaningful for everyone at NSR who has been part of his journey. Carson’s path to this moment started early. He was identified and … Read more
In the college recruiting process, relationships matter. Trust matters. And for many families, the relationship with a recruiting coach can quickly feel like the foundation of the decision. The calls. The texts. The reassurance that your child is wanted. It’s natural to feel confident when a coach shows belief in your athlete. But it’s important … Read more
Every December, athletes sit down and think about their Christmas wishlist. New gear. New shoes. Maybe something shiny with a logo on it. But if we’re being honest, the real wishlist for a high school athlete doesn’t come in a box under the tree. It comes in four phases—and each one matters just as much … Read more
When it comes to identifying real talent, you have to go where the athletes are — and sometimes, that means looking beyond the powerhouse programs and Friday-night stadiums. That’s why National Scouting Report (NSR) is proud to have a partnership with Rocky Top Sports World in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, one of the premier youth sports destinations … Read more
Birmingham, AL – [December 3, 2025] – National Scouting Report (NSR), the world’s most respected high school scouting organization since 1980, today announced the addition of former NFL quarterback and prominent media personality Sean Salisbury to its national scouting team. Salisbury will immediately begin his role, dedicating his decades of professional experience to identifying, evaluating, … Read more
Walk around any high school hallway and you’ll see athletes wearing the logos of big-name colleges—bold letters, iconic colors, the kind of brands that make people nod with approval. And that’s the problem. Too many athletes are chasing the fan T-shirt instead of chasing the jersey that actually fits their future. Somewhere along the way, … Read more
