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[Allie | College Bound @collegeboundrec]

Hi, I’m Allie — I help student-athletes and families navigate the college recruiting process FOR FREE.

If you’re new here, here’s what I post + how I help👇

[Allie | College Bound @collegeboundrec]

Here is PART 2 of my Social Media for College Recruiting series: which social media platforms should you use in the college recruiting process?

#collegerecruiting #recruitingtips #studentathlete

[Allie | College Bound @collegeboundrec]

Student-athletes:

Make the effort. Do your research.

[𝐶𝑜𝑎𝑐ℎ 𝑇𝑜𝑛𝑦 @CoachTonyAustin]

Hey recruits. I have a favor. If you reach out regarding our program. First off, thank you. We appreciate the interest. With that being said please do your research. I had MULTIPLE athletes send me schedules and I took the time to go watch them. Waited till the game was over to speak with them. They knew nothing about our university or program. I have no problem setting up a phone call or answering any questions via email or text you may have leading up to a tournament.

When you initially reach out. We are researching you, you should do the same.

My point is. Make sure you are truly interested in the academic and athletic side of things before you hit the “send” button.

Hope this helps so there is no awkwardness when you finally meet the coach.

[Allie | College Bound @collegeboundrec]

The recruiting process exposes student athletes who have strong work ethics, and those who do not.

If you want to stand out in the college recruiting process, you need to start prioritizing your work ethic — in all areas.

#Studentathlete #collegerecruiting

[Allie | College Bound @collegeboundrec]

Effort matters.

[Allie | College Bound @collegeboundrec]

PART 1: Social Media for College Recruiting

Why is social media important in the college recruiting process, and what’s the purpose of it?

[Allie | College Bound @collegeboundrec]

Here’s what to write in your first text message to a college coach👇

#collegerecruiting

[Allie | College Bound @collegeboundrec]

How important is having a sports-focused social media account?

I think it’s pretty important — here’s why👇

[Allie | College Bound @collegeboundrec]

Communicate👏

[Coach Knox @CoachKnoxCSU]

RECRUITS:
Don’t be the guy who ghosts coaches. You don’t owe anyone a long explanation or justification…just communicate. A simple “I’ve decided to go another direction” shows respect and lets coaches move on. Character is revealed in how you handle the little things.

[Allie | College Bound @collegeboundrec]

@CSC_SB_Coach

[Allie | College Bound @collegeboundrec]

Here are 7 things, beyond talent, that college coaches look for in the college recruiting process.

#collegerecruiting #collegebound

[Allie | College Bound @collegeboundrec]

Having trouble writing emails to college coaches? I got you!

Go download my free introductory email resource — linked in my bio!

#collegerecruiting

[Allie | College Bound @collegeboundrec]

@kaylinheuitt 👏

[Allie | College Bound @collegeboundrec]

Hot take about recruiting services in the college recruiting process? Shouldn’t be.

#collegerecruiting #collegebound #highschoolathlete

[Trenton Luera @TrentonLuera14]

Coach: “We’d love to offer you”

Recruit: “Thanks coach, that means a lot!”

Then the recruit hangs up and tells the whole family he got an offer.

Weeks later he tries to commit.

And the coach says the spot is gone.

Or that it was never a committable offer in the first place.

Now he is confused, hurt, and behind.

Here is what nobody told him.

You need to ask these 3 questions when you get an offer:

First: “Is this a committable offer?”

If the answer is no, you have interest, not an offer.

Good to know now instead of after you turn down other schools.

Second: “How long is the offer on the table?”

Offers have expiration dates.

Most recruits never find out until the spot is filled.

Third: “What are the next steps from here?”

This tells you if the coach is actually moving you forward or just keeping you warm.

Three questions.

And you go from guessing to knowing.

Do not let one excited moment cost you the truth about where you stand.

[Allie | College Bound @collegeboundrec]

You’re wanting to play your sport at the next level? Then you should be taking the initiative in the college recruiting process.

Drop your recruiting questions below👇

#collegerecruiting #collegebound #highschoolathlete

[Allie | College Bound @collegeboundrec]

NCAA - DI, DII, DIII
NAIA - DI, DII
NJCAA - DI, DII, DIII
NCCAA - DI, DII
USCAA - DI, DII

Focus on fit, not fame.

Explore the what the different associations & divisions have to offer here: https://t.co/uJDOnJ2v7t

*above are only the primary associations — there are others!

[Pat Freeman @pwfree23]

Your future doesn't care how talented you are.
It cares how consistent you are.

[NCAA @NCAA]

The Division I Eligibility Timeline is changing! 🗓️

Take a look at how the aged-based collegiate eligibility model works and how you can maximize opportunities.

🔗 https://t.co/J3VQnwz8c4

[Allie | College Bound @collegeboundrec]

If I was just starting the college recruiting process as a freshman, here’s exactly what I would do.

Save & repost — there is a lot of info in this one!

#CollegeRecruiting

[Coach Beede @CoachBeede]

Don't Chase. Choose.

[Donnie Gupton @donniegupton]

Coaches don't trust talent. They trust patterns.
If you're a different player every week, you're a gamble, not a starter.