What should you not say to a college coach?

What “Not” to Say to a College Coach
  • Avoid: Overselling your abilities. There is never a reason for you to oversell your abilities. ...
  • Avoid: Bad-mouthing your high school coaches. ...
  • Avoid: Comparing yourself to others. ...
  • Avoid: Talking about how coachable you are.
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What do you say when talking to a college coach?

How to talk to college coaches on the phone (and video chat): Do's and don'ts
  1. Find a quiet room and remove any distractions. ...
  2. Be clear about why you are interested in the program. ...
  3. Explain why you are a good fit for the program. ...
  4. Answer the coach's questions fully and clearly. ...
  5. Prepare questions for the coach.
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What college coaches should not ask?

Coaches want to recruit athletes who show that they are knowledgeable about their team.
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Questions about the school that you could have researched on your own
  • “Do you have my major?”
  • “How'd the team do last fall?”
  • “Are you a Nike or adidas school?”
  • “Who do you play?”
  • “Who's in your conference?”
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What to say to a college coach you want to play for?

If you need help on what to say to a coach when you want to be recruited, follow these tips:
  • Address the coach. Always include a coach's name in the greeting.
  • Introduce yourself. Who are you? ...
  • Express why you're interested in the program. ...
  • Key athletic and academic info.
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What to say when a coach offers you?

When a coach gives an offer, make sure you thank them for the opportunity, and let them know you are interested in their program. It's perfectly acceptable to tell the coach that you need some time to think it over, and ask them when they need your response.
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Questions College Coaches HATE Getting Asked By Athletes



How do you know if a college coach is interested in you?

Four Ways to Tell If a Coach Is Recruiting You
  • No contact: You're not on the coach's radar yet. ...
  • Recruiting questionnaires or generic mail: You're in a large pool of recruits. ...
  • Camp or showcase invites: You may be on the coach's list of recruits. ...
  • Emails or social media DMs: You're likely on the coach's list of recruits.
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How do you politely reject a college coach?

How Do You Politely Decline A College Coach?
  1. To politely decline a coach, you should send them an email or give them a call and be honest about why you are declining as well as show respect and gratitude for their offer. ...
  2. Be Polite: Finally, it is important throughout your entire email or phone call to remain polite.
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How do you tell you are being recruited?

Are You Actively Being Recruited? Not if...
  1. You Receive a Letter from an Admissions Office. ...
  2. You Receive a Letter and Questionnaire from a College Coach. ...
  3. A College Coach Watches You in Person. ...
  4. A Coach Says That he or she Will Keep up With You. ...
  5. A College Coach Calls Your High School or Travel Team Coach.
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How do you greet a college coach?

Dear [Coach's Name], My name is [Your Name], I am part of the class of [Your Graduating Class] at [Your High School] in [Your Hometown and State]. I am interested in [The Name of The University] and learning more about your program. [List your GPA and test scores here if you have taken them].
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How do you get noticed by college?

  1. Research your top choice college. ...
  2. Join the mailing list. ...
  3. Visit the campus. ...
  4. Attend the visit when the college rep comes to your high school. ...
  5. Attend the visit when the college rep comes to your city. ...
  6. Follow the college on Twitter, Like them on Facebook, Follow them on Instagram. ...
  7. Apply Early Action or Early Decision.
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How do you impress a college coach?

The best way to make sure you impress rather than depress a coach is to be prepared. Anticipate the questions he or she might ask, know a little bit about their program and be ready with your answers. College coaches want outgoing, confident players who will represent their program in a positive light.
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What are good questions to ask a coach?

You may not know what to ask a coach, so here you go.
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Questions to Ask College Coaches on the Phone
  • Are you recruiting my position?
  • Do you have a timeline for recruiting my position?
  • What are you looking for in a player for my position?
  • Where do I fit on your list of recruits?
  • What are my opportunities for playing time?
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What do college coaches want to know?

College coaches want to hear everything they can about you and your athletic and academic abilities. With the recruiting process being so short, coaches want to learn as much about you as they can and as quickly as possible.
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What does it mean if a college coach wants to call you?

Getting a phone call from a coach is one way for a coach to show that they're interested in recruiting you. College coaches might also call your current high school or club coach to ask them some questions about your playing schedule.
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What do college coaches talk about on the phone?

Let the coach know what you really enjoy about your sport. Make them feel your excitement. Ask the coach about the school and the team and about their goals for the team. Ask the coach questions about where they grew up, about their family and what they like about where they live now.
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Do college coaches talk to each other about recruits?

Long story short, there are strong relationships among coaches, and they will speak with each other about anything from the weather to a potential recruit that may be a great fit at a different school.
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Is it OK to text a college coach first?

Texting college coaches is a great way to build relationships and get to know a coach in a more informal setting. Usually, texting will start further along in the recruiting process, after the first or second email, and often after your first call with the coach.
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Is it OK to DM a college coach?

Use DM, but don't abuse it

Direct messages may seem like the shortest and fastest way to communicate with a college coach, but you need to make sure you don't wear out your welcome. Don't send DM after DM if you don't get a response right away.
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How do you tell a coach you want to play for them?

To tell a college coach you want to commit to their program, have a conversation either in-person or over the phone. You want to emphasize how you and the program fit together and what impact you will have on the team both academically and athletically.
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What does it mean if a college coach emails you?

When a coach emails you, they are showing some level of interest, but you aren't necessarily being actively recruited. A lot of coaches will invite you to camps that serve as a great way for them to raise money for their teams.
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What should I wear to meet a college coach?

Dress casually, but nicely. Look sharp and you will feel sharp and coach will know it. Avoid wearing jeans, sneakers and a t-shirt. Opt for a pair of khakis, a collared shirt and a pair of nice, casual shoes.
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When can college coaches make you an offer?

Early recruiting is a controversial topic, but it's important to understand why and how it works. NCAA Rules Update: New rules passed by the NCAA in 2017, 2018 and most recently 2019 have made it illegal for college coaches to offer scholarships to recruits before August 1 or September 1 of their junior year.
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How do I tell my coach I am Decommitting?

You can do this by reaching out to coaches at other colleges and informing them of your decision to decommit. When prospects choose to reopen their recruitment, it is most common for them to consider schools that had already established interest in them.
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How do you tell a college coach you are not interested examples?

I am honored that you think I could compete for your team. I have completed the difficult task of narrowing down my list of schools. Because I have such great respect for you and your program, I feel I must inform you now that I am looking elsewhere to go to school and compete. Thanks for your sincere interest.
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How do you tell a coach you don't want to play?

Be direct and straightforward. You can say, "I need to quit the team" or "I think it is time for me to leave the team." You might even say, "I need to move on to other important things in my life." As long as you are firm and clear, your coach will get the message. Is it OK to quit because you don't like it? Yes.
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