Recruiting

Many athletes and their families will tell you campus visits really made the decision process much easier. Some schools shined while others that looked great on paper just didn’t live up to expectations. At the end of your recruiting journey you should feel confident about your college choice, knowing you’ve picked a school where you can […]

Don’t leave your future up to chance by waiting for college coaches to find you

“Even if you are on a really great club team with multiple DI players, it can’t compare with the level in college when athletes are older, stronger, and more experienced.” If you’re just not sure where to even begin the college search process, you’re not alone. With some 5,300 colleges and universities across the United […]

Don’t base your recruiting journey off someone else. You might have a teammate who started hearing from coaches as a freshman, but you might not be ready to start contacting coaches until your junior year. One of the most frequently asked questions is “When should we start the recruiting process?” And the answer is: It […]

For most sports video is the best way to get evaluated

While it’s not intentional, there’s a big population of lacrosse coaches out there who are actually hurting the development of their goalies. With the growth of the sport of lacrosse, many teams find themselves with head coaches with very little experience. It’s a tough task than to expect that the majority of teams would have […]

Do they play the blame game or do they bounce back? Letting it go and moving on proves they have good mental discipline and will be better able to handle the pressure that comes with college sports. College-bound student-athletes are focused on making an impact on the field to help their team and impress any […]

Then, you’ll want to loop in your high school or club coach, especially if you’re an underclassman. College coaches will often reach out to a high school or club coach first to learn more about a recruit. Let’s not sugarcoat it: recruiting can often be an overwhelming and confusing process. A lot of that comes […]

Families should also steer clear from asking questions that they could just as easily research themselves. Coaches want to recruit athletes who are interested in and knowledgeable about their program. The recruiting process is a lot like trying to sell a product. Think about it: Recruits have to be educated about their audience (the college […]

Your student should be motivated to go the extra yard (or base; choose your own sports metaphor here) in the classroom. That’s one way to stand out when applying to the elite colleges and universities. College coaches will tell you, “A good forty time will get you a look, but good grades will get you […]