PERCEPTION vs REALITY in recruiting NOVEMBER 14, 2017 GRANDVIEW high school

Perceptions in recruiting It is the HS Coaches job to get my son/daughter a scholarship I need to have an OUTSIDE SOURCE help in getting my SON / daughter a scholarship My son/daughter will only play at the D1 level and in a major conference

Objectives for tonight Understand the recruiting process - education Develop a four year plan Recruiting terminology Tips for recruiting Question / answer

What is your source of information

Recruiting 101 High school coaches / administration Former college student /athletes & their parents Internet – Guide for the college-bound student athlete Search 2017-18 guide for college bound student athlete

Reality of recruiting Very, very competitive More than just talent is involved Student-athletes are asked to make many sacrifices All recruiting starts with academics Time management is essential to being a success at the collegiate level

Tips for recruiting Four year plan Know the calendar /TIMELINE Be aggressive Hi-light tape / self promotion / marketing On campus visits indicate interest

PREPARING FOR THE VISIT WHO DO WE WANT TO MEET? WHAT DO WE WANT TO SEE? Questions to ask?

Who do we want to meet Head coach Asst coach – position coach Strength coach Academic counselors Sports medicine department Equipment manager Nutritionist Current players

What do we want to see Meeting rooms Practice / game facilities Dorms Weight room Training room Academic center classrooms

Questions to ask Who will be working directly with my son/daughter? Program expectations above/beyond the 20 hour rule Communication policy with parents (ferpa/hippa) Player development activities-community outreach Typical in-season week Typical out-of-season week Are there majors that are difficult to pursue while playing this sport? Policy on student/athletes coming home during the season On campus / off campus rules cars

Purpose for visits Evaluation Evaluation is a continuous and on-going process Student-athlete & parents are evaluating the school, facilities, staff, & program Coaches are evaluating the student/athlete and parents

Evaluation process Academics Character Non verbal communication Social media activities (TWITTER, SNAP CHAT, INSTAGRAM, ETC.) SA – Parent interaction Non verbal communication Demeanor – posture Energy level Attentiveness Interest level

Wrap up Understand your competition Educate yourself Be the “best of the best” It all starts with academics There are no bad questions