During the recruiting process, you will likely have many conversations and discussions with a number of college coaches. These may range from Division I to Division III to Club and anywhere in between. Regardless of your interest in a program, it’s imperative you handle yourself in an appropriate and respectful manner, regardless of your interest in the school. Here is why. ...
Welcome to the fifth installment of our weekly column, “Too Embarrassed to Ask,” where we’ll examine a hot topic from the world of recruiting that parents and student-athletes may want to know more about, but may shy away from asking because it is considered assumed knowledge. Think of this column like a cheat sheet for those instances it is no longer acceptable to ask a question, say, having met someone three times but still not knowing their name. This week’s issue: Event attendance. ...
One of the most important steps in a student-athlete’s college decision is visiting a school, meeting the people there and getting a feel for the campus. There is no better way to know which school is the best fit than to visit the campus. You’ll instantly see a snapshot of the school, the culture and more. In a related instance, a big part of the recruiting process is taking an "Official" or "Unofficial" visit, where you meet the coaches and potential future teammates while also feeling out the school. Here are some tips on "Official" and "Unofficial" visits, as well as some background information on each. ...
The youth sports industry may be entering a new phase of development. Spending patterns are changing; sentiment around sports specialization is a hotly debated topic; the explosive growth of the previous development era may be coming to an end. What has caused these changes? And what impact will they have on the future of club sports? This paper examines these pressing trends.
Welcome to the fourth installment of our weekly column, “Too Embarrassed to Ask,” where we’ll examine a hot topic from the world of recruiting that parents and student-athletes may want to know more about, but may shy away from asking because it is considered assumed knowledge. Think of this column like a cheat sheet for those instances it is no longer acceptable to ask a question, say, having met someone three times but still not knowing their name. This week’s issue: Parents and the recruiting process. ...
Welcome to the third installment of our weekly column, “Too Embarrassed to Ask,” where we’ll examine a hot topic from the world of recruiting that parents and student-athletes may want to know more about, but may shy away from asking because it is considered assumed knowledge. Think of this column like a cheat sheet for those instances it is no longer acceptable to ask a question, say, having met someone three times but still not knowing their name. This week’s issue: The Post-Graduate Year ...
The recruiting process can be chaotic. It can be stressful. It can feel overwhelming – like trying to navigate the New York City subway system for the first time, or looking at a menu at the Cheesecake Factory. However, there are challenges in the process that can be met with proper planning and the right tools. Here are some problems we have identified that are constantly recurring in the recruiting process, as well as some solutions to these problems. ...
Playing a sport in college is no small accomplishment. Statistically speaking, it is a very difficult thing to do, and further, in an increasingly competitive space, it is only getting more challenging in the near term. Let's look at some numbers from the NCAA, and then identify five ways in which a student-athlete can take charge of their process and put themselves in the best position possible to success. ...
Welcome to the debut of our weekly column, “Too Embarrassed to Ask,” where we’ll examine a hot topic from the world of recruiting that parents and student-athletes may want to know more about, but may shy away from asking because it is considered assumed knowledge. Think of this column like a cheat sheet for those instances it is no longer acceptable to ask a question, say, having met someone three times but still not knowing their name. ...
