We cannot overemphasize the impact of grades on the college recruiting process. Athletic ability is a coach’s prime target, but without the grades to support and complement an athlete’s resume, a prospect will be passed over. That is the reason prospects, and their parents must understand the importance of focusing on core course grades throughout … Read more
It’s no secret that parents want what’s best for their kids, and they’ll do whatever it takes to help their athlete achieve their dreams. Not to mention all of the time and money spent helping their child be the best athlete they can be. Parents can help athletes when it comes to recruiting, but some … Read more
College coaches rate it nearly as high as athleticism and academics. Which trait sits just below those most desirable talents? Well-preparedness. It is obvious to coaches, which athletes have put time and effort into preparing. When coaches see it, they know they have found an athletically and mentally mature prospect. What signs tip off a coach? … Read more
Parents of high school athletes too frequently don’t know they need recruiting help. The simple reason? They misinterpret coaches. This is a key error and can lead to embarrassment and lost dreams for the entire family. It can be avoided if parents learn how college recruiting really works. The signs for when families need recruiting … Read more
There are a lot of things athletes who are starting their collegiate careers need to know. One important aspect of collegiate athletics is strength training. Lifting weights and running sprints shouldn’t be new concepts for athletes; most probably do either or both of these things on a regular basis. However, collegiate strength training becomes an … Read more
The recruiting process is constantly changing, and the pressure college coaches and athletes go through is unreal. Not very long ago I was a collegiate athlete. And just a few years before that, I was a high school athlete weaving my way through the recruiting process. It was very challenging. There were many times I … Read more
The junior college (JUCO) route is a viable option for prospects in some cases. Going JUCO sometimes carries a stigma, but that is an unfair assessment. We know because we see the opposite side of the argument win out every year with NSR prospects who thrive in the two-year athletic model. They consistently go on … Read more
Many high school athletes dream of being recruited by college coaches and receiving scholarship offers. For that dream to turn into reality, we need to address some common myths about the college recruiting process. College athletics is multiplying thanks to organizations like the NCAA and the NAIA working to expand their programs. But why are … Read more
College recruits sometimes regret their decisions because they limited their options and didn’t choose the right school. Put aside the highest-level NCAA Division I prospects. It is absurd what they must endure to decide on a college. Consider instead those prospects who hear from maybe 10, 20 or 30 college programs. Those student-athletes are making … Read more
College coaches use something called a recruiting list when they’re on the recruiting trail. And if an athlete isn’t on it when they’re at an even then the likelihood of them being noticed is very slim. We hear this from prominent coaches all the time, “if you’re going to be good, they’ll find you. It doesn’t … Read more
