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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 […]

Learn about the youth sports backgrounds of some of the world's elite goalkeepers

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 […]

Keys to recruiting tournament volunteers and giving them the tools and training to succeed

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Athletes need to fulfill four main criteria to be academically eligible to compete at an NAIA institution

Reduce the learning curve that comes with being new to youth sports

Our focus needs to be on what is best for the athletes. Let’s sit down with them and listen, really listen, to what they want from the activities they participate in. Researchers estimate that in the United States there are between 21 and 28 million youth, ages 8 to 17, who participate in organized sports. […]

Many parents find it hard to sit on the sidelines and give responsibility to their children