Recruiting

No two athletes or playing careers are the same. When considering what athletic path to take, it's important to understand ins and outs and the pros and cons of getting involved in the recruiting process.

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Four Things College Coaches Look for on Campus Visits  

June 02, 2023

Before visiting any college make sure your family is on the same page 

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How Are Athletes Getting Offers As Underclassmen? 

June 02, 2023

Early recruiting has significantly altered the youth sports landscape 

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How to Get Recruited for Women's Water Polo 

June 02, 2023

From 2009 to 2019, the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) saw an 18 percent increase in girls high school water polo participation. 

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Coronavirus: What Does it Mean for Your Recruiting? 

June 02, 2023

The NCAA’s recent announcements regarding college athletics and recruiting have left us questioning what the full impact of this will look like for current and prospective college athletes. 

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Quiet vs. Dead Period: What's the difference? 

June 02, 2023

The NCAA Division 1 Committee extended its suspension of in-person recruiting through July 31, while Division 2 programs are observing a quiet period from June 1-30. 

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Five Major Differences Between High School and College Sports  

June 02, 2023

There’s a whole new dimension added to practice when you’re in college 

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Best Basketball Colleges 

June 02, 2023

NCSA Power Rankings helps student-athletes identify the right fit athletically, academically, socially and financially. 

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What Questions to Ask College Coaches 

June 02, 2023

Read on to find out what questions to ask college coaches during the recruiting process to determine if that school is the best fit. 

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Guiding Parents Through the Recruiting Process 

June 02, 2023
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What Are the 4 New Division 1 Recruiting Rules?  

June 02, 2023
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What are the Most Common Recruiting Myths? The Five Most Common Recruiting Myths Explained 

June 02, 2023

The five most common recruiting myths explained. 

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How Should You Communicate With College Coaches? 

June 14, 2019

Ready to start reaching out to coaches? Here are some tips to help you make a great first impression. 

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Is Division I Really the Best?  

June 02, 2023

You can find more competitive opportunities and scholarships outside of Division I 

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Parents, Take Notice: College Coaches Are Watching You! 

June 02, 2023
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What Parents Should and Shouldn’t Do in the College Recruiting Process 

June 02, 2023

It’s important for parents to be involved in their student-athlete’s college recruiting process, but it’s also important for parents to understand the line between being supportive and being an overbearing advocate for their child. 

Do's and Don't of College Recruiting 

June 02, 2023
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Don’t Forget to Fill Out (and Update) Recruiting Questionnaires 

June 02, 2023

Completing the questionnaire is an important first step that cannot be ignored 

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