NCAA Division 1 Head Coach
“I think kids need to stay in touch and be proactive or we either may miss them, or once we start contact assume they are no longer interested if contact slows/stops on their part. I would also stress how important academics are, since there is more academic monies available than soccer money. And finally, tell them to clean up their social media.”
NCAA Division 1 Head Coach
“Recruiting is a two way-street, the players needs to do research on the university and soccer program just like the coach does research on the player with their club and high school coaches. Remember that coaches look at the whole picture – grades, attitude, work rate, habits, communication, skills, social media, etc.”
NCAA Division 2 Head Coach
"Be proactive with your recruitment. Make sure you stay in contact with schools you are interested in. Be open minded about opportunities and choose the right fit for you and not worry about what others are doing”
NCAA Division 3 Head Coach
“Take your time and go where you can:
- Be comfortable socially
- Be challenged academically
- Be challenged athletically”
NAIA Head Coach
“It’s very important to distinguish your priorities – academics, soccer, social life, location, etc. Then begin by looking at schools that fit their highest priorities first. Understand that not everything may fall into place perfectly, but make sure their main priorities fit.”