College coaches now recognize the popularity of social media platforms among their prospective recruits. Accordingly, coaches are active in following socials to identify and track prospects. Thus, take advantage of your social media to get noticed and promote yourself to coaches.
What are social media best practices to enhance your recruiting? Be creative. Include graphics and music. These will set you apart and catch the eye of coaches. Post a highlight or meet reel directly or through a link if longer length. To make sure that coaches can identify and assess you, provide a pointer on the video or details such as your number, jersey color and lane. Post a graphic of your relevant stats, times, averages and scores. Cover all relevant social platforms including those where coaches are spending time. Make sure that all of the content on your socials is appropriate and not offensive or controversial in order to avoid raising any red flags regarding your character. Getting recruited has never been more challenging so its important to be proactive on all fronts particularly your social media.
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I was recently asked what might appear to be a basic question by one of my recruiting clients regarding an initial call with an interested college coach. The question, "How should I handle my call with him?"
Its answer goes deeper than you might think. Getting recruited has never been more challenging so you must do everything you can to improve your chances including in your communications with coaches. Making a positive impression with a coach is a great start and will distinguish you from other recruits. Let's break down how to do so. When I was a college coach, some conversations with recruits were like pulling teeth - not an enjoyable or positive impact and made me question whether the athlete was truly interested in my school. As a recruit, You should use these conversations to create a memorable impression on the coach while also educating yourself on the program, college and staff. Use it as an opportunity to enhance your recruitment and help determine your level of interest in the school. Be relaxed and engaging with the coach. You are recruiting them as much as they are recruiting you. Make sure you do your homework on the school and prepare a list of questions. Specifically indicate why you have interest in the school and inquire about the next steps and expectations. This will resonate with the coach and you'll gain a stronger feel for the college thus improving your prospects and decision making ability. A true win win for you.
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AuthorOur Founder, George White was a Head Coach at both the Division II and DIII levels and served as an assistant at the DI level. A former college athlete, he was Co-Captain of the Harvard basektball Team. His full bio can be found here: ArchivesCategories |