- You, as a prospective student-athlete, can communicate at any time.
- College coaches, depending on division, grade of prospective student athlete, time of year, MAY or MAY NOT be able to communicate or respond.
- College coaches respond differently, and again, depending on the time of year, communication could take months. College coaches are getting anywhere from 10-100 recruiting e-mails a day. It may take some time to hear a response.
- Make sure you proofread your emails, are personal, and pay attention. It is easy for a coach to turn you away if you show a lack of interest.
- College coaches want to hear from the student athletes they will be coaching, not the parents. Parents can help, but it is critical that the athlete shows commitment to being a student-athlete.
- Don’t get discouraged or panic if things aren’t going how you want. There is a program and school out there for everyone. Be patient and ensure you do everything you can to make a positive effort and impression.
