Recruiting Steps
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Establish criteria - what's important (academics, size, etc)
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Do your best in the classroom
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Take standardized tests (SAT's/ACT's) early and often
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Visit college campuses
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Establish a list of schools based on mutual interest
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Return for overnight visits to top choices
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Make decision
Timeline
Sophomore year
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Start of think about what you want
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Visit schools, take tests (SAT subject tests)
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Notify coaches of your summer lacrosse plans
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September 1 prior to junior year - coaches CANNOT write to you, but you can write to them. Send an email with updates about your grades and spring season. Update your highlight film and send a new link.
Junior year
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take tests; again, early and often
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Schedule unofficial visits (schools do not pay)
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July 1 - schools can call and visit
Senior year
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Official visit(s) - (schools can pay)
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Do a good job on the application
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Finish the year strong academically & athletically
A few take-a-ways:
1. Players do the writing and talking to coaches. BIG turn-off when parents are too involved.
2. Online videos should include highlights, not a full-game. With Krossover, you can send a coach a full game if requested. Sometimes coaches want to see other aspects of you game that you may not have included in you highlight film.
3. Recruiting websites/services are not necessary.
4. Work hard in the classroom and on the field.
5. Communicate your dedication directly with coaches. Do not be afraid to ask questions.