Recruiting Resource Center
Discover best practices and how-to content to improve your recruiting process.
How to Get Recruited
How to Get Recruited to Play College Sports
Learn how to secure a spot on a college sports team. This article walks you through how to create a game plan from Freshman to Senior Year and how to build an online presence coaches want to see.
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Junior Colleges
Junior College can be a critical stepping stone to playing your sport at a four-year college. Learn why so many athletes choose the JUCO route.
Read now ⟶The College Divisions
Discover the differences between NCAA divisions (D1, D2, D3), NAIA, and 2-year programs to determine the best college fit for you.
Read now ⟶NAIA vs. NCAA
Explore the differences between NCAA and NAIA to determine which is the right fit for you.
Read now ⟶Are You Good Enough to Play College Sports?
Learn how to determine which programs are the best athletic fit for you. Discover the key questions you should be asking your athletic advocates.
Read now ⟶Athletic Scholarship Facts
Familiarize yourself with the types of athletic scholarships offered, as well as which schools provide them.
Read now ⟶NCAA Recruiting Myths
Many athletes don't know the reality behind athletic scholarships, or whether it's more important to have a higher GPA or to take more AP classes.
Read now ⟶How to Build Your Target List of Schools
Here's how to narrow down hundreds of schools across the country to your best college fits.
Read now ⟶Researching College Rosters
Many athletes don't realize how much valuable information can be found in a program's roster. Here's what you should look for to stay ahead.
Read now ⟶How to Be Coachable
College coaches look for these traits when evaluating you as a prospect. Learn what these are and how you can improve your coachability.
Read now ⟶Recruiting for International Student-Athletes
Improve your chances of getting recruited to play your sport in college in the United States by following these important steps.
Read now ⟶Managing the Recruiting Process
How to Manage Your Recruiting Process
Learn the tactics that successfully recruited student-athletes use to stand out to college coaches.
Read now ⟶Types of College Offers
Explore the differences between "full-ride" and "partial" scholarships, what it means to be a "walk-on", and why redshirting may be a good fit for you.
Read now ⟶Late Recruiting for Seniors
Are you a senior and not yet recruited? Discover strategies to connect with college coaches late in the process.
Read now ⟶National Signing Day
Before you sign on National Signing Day, make sure you understand what you are formally agreeing to.
Read now ⟶The Importance of Online Presence
Make sure you are following these best practices for creating an online recruiting profile that college coaches want to see.
Read now ⟶Verbal Offers vs. National Letter of Intent
Many athletes are unaware verbal commitments are non-binding and how it's different from signing the National Letter of Intent.
Read now ⟶Comparing College Offers
Learn how to evaluate offers to understand what costs you are on the hook for at the end of the day.
Read now ⟶Paying for College
Learn how to cut down on college costs by combining different aid options like scholarships, financial aid, and federal assistance.
Read now ⟶Sophomore Year Recruiting Checklist
Sophomore year is a crucial time in the recruiting process. College coaches are beginning to spend more time evaluating your class and are keeping tabs on those communicating interest in their program. Follow the checklists below to stay on track to secure a college offer.
Read now ⟶Junior Year Recruiting Checklist
Many student-athletes start making significant progress with recruiting their junior year. Your class is now a top priority for many college coaches, as rules restricting NCAA Division I and II programs from contacting your class get lifted. These key steps will ensure you are aware of important windows and prepared for this critical year in your recruiting process.
Read now ⟶Freshman Year Recruiting Checklist
While jumping into your recruiting journey now may feel early, you will thank yourself later for building a strong foundation this year.
Read now ⟶Senior Year Recruiting Checklist
Senior year is your final opportunity to secure a commitment, so it's important you keep your recruiting profile updated with information coaches want to see and reach out to them at the right points. Be prepared for important recruiting dates and deadlines related to college applications and financial aid.
Read now ⟶NCAA Eligibility and Rules
NCAA Eligibility Number
Aspiring Division I or Division II athletes must proactively take these steps to secure their NCAA Eligibility Number before college.
Read now ⟶NCAA Transfer Portal
Stay on top of important NCAA transfer rules and deadlines in your sport.
Read now ⟶NCAA GPA Requirements
Find out the minimum GPA requirements to play your sport in each NCAA division.
Read now ⟶NCAA Core Course Requirements
Make sure you're eligible to play your sport in college by reviewing the 16 NCAA-approved core courses.
Read now ⟶Video and Recruiting
The Importance of Video in Recruiting
Recruitable athletes have up-to-date recruiting videos that highlight key plays for their position, making it easy for coaches to evaluate. Here's what college coaches want to see.
Read now ⟶Creating a Stand-Out Highlight Reel
Crafting a stand-out highlight reel can take as little as 5 minutes. Prioritize these elements to stand out to college coaches.
Read now ⟶What is a Skills Video?
Using insights from hundreds of coaches, we've compiled the key elements college coaches are seeking in your skills video.
Read now ⟶Contacting College Coaches
Contacting College Coaches
Make sure you are connecting with college coaches (and covering the topics they care about most) during important times in the recruiting process.
Read now ⟶Texting College Coaches
When texting college coaches, it's important to keep in mind proper etiquette as well as the contact dates that apply to your sport.
Read now ⟶Emailing College Coaches
Many coaches receive hundreds of emails each week, making it critical your email stands out. Here's how to do it.
Read now ⟶NCAA Recruiting Rules
With so many rules, it can be daunting to navigate communications with NCAA programs. We've broken down all the rules for your sport here.
Read now ⟶Calling College Coaches
Calling coaches is one of the most nerve-wracking parts of the recruiting process. We've outlined the most common topics coaches will cover and what questions you should ask.
Read now ⟶NCAA Contact Periods
This article covers important NCAA contact periods for your sport. These dates indicate when you can have recruiting-like conversations with coaches.
Read now ⟶More Ways to Learn
From kick-off to commit, we're here for every step of your recruiting journey.
