seminar recruiting

RECRUITINGSEMINAR

MAVS VOLLEYBALL

AUGUST 9TH • 6:30PM • MAVSKC

INTRODUCTION

College Volleyball by the NumbersThe Recruitment Process --Initial Contact,The Search Process, Finding the Right Fit,& Deciphering OffersYear to Year ProgressionMAVS' RoleCoaches' Role Players' RoleVideo Do's & Don'tsSample Initial EmailSports RecruitsFAQQ & A

CONTACT

connor@mavskc.com816-423-3270

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Source: https://www.ncsasports.org/womens-volleyball/scholarships

COLLEGE VOLLEYBALL BY THE NUMBERS

THE RECRUITING PROCESS

The Recruiting Process starts at different times for differentplayers based on many different factors. While the process canbegin as late as your senior year, the average start is betweensophomore and junior year

TWO WAYS THE PROCESS STARTS

College Coach identifies you as apotential prospect You identify a school that you haveinterest in and you contact theschool

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THE RECRUITING PROCESS-FIRST STEPS

Create a Letter/EmailCreate a Skills/Highlight VideoCreate Online Profiles

1.2.3.

GUIDELINES TO PREPARE FOR INITAL CONTACTS

THE RECRUITING PROCESS-THE SEARCH

Get in the Gym and Get Better!Be Realistic - Have Conversations with yourCoaches & MAVS StaffFollow Up with Schools - Have Questionsfor College Coaches & the UniversityDo Your Homework

THE RECRUITING PROCESS-FINDING THE BEST FIT

Athletic Program PrioritiesAthletic Support StaffVolleyball Program BackgroundVolleyball RosterCoaching StaffMajors, Academics, & Placement RateSchool & Town DemographicsSchool Location

THINGS TO CONSIDER1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.

THE RECRUITING PROCESS-LEVELS OF INTEREST

You've Been NoticedMailed you a Questionnaire, Camp Brochure, General Mailing List

They Are InterestedCalled and Spoke with Club Coach/DirectorEmailing & Coming to See You PlayOfficial and/or Unofficial Visit

CommittedConsistent Text, Email, and Phone callsMakes Effort to See You Play Several Occasions Offers Scholarship or Position

THREE LEVELS OF INTEREST1.

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THE RECRUITING PROCESS-DECIPHERING OFFERS

Where Do You Stand?Timeline?Be Honest & Ask QuestionsVerbal Offer vs. Written Commitment

FRESHMAN YEAR

Begin Creating Online Profile on Sports RecruitRegister with NCAA Eligibility Center & UAStart to Research Colleges - Reach vs SafetyGame Film & Skills Video Academics & ExtracurricularsEmails to Coaches

SOPHOMORE YEAR

Update Online Profiles - Highlight Film &High School Transcripts Update College List - Building Your Top 20Summer Camps & Unofficial VisitsAcademics & ExtracurricularsEmails to Coaches

JUNIOR YEAR

Contacting College List - BuildingRelationships with Top 20 by Call, Text, EmailTake ACT/SAT - Update Profiles with GPA,Class Rank, Etc. Plan & Take Unofficial/Official VisitsKeep Online Profiles Updated

SENIOR YEAR

Narrowing College List - Schools of Interest& Scholarship OpportunitiesUpdate NCAA Eligibility Center & Profileswith TranscriptsContinue Unofficial/Official VisitsNational Letter of Intent & Signing Day -November & February

PLAYERS ROLE

Hands On ApproachConsistent & CommittedBe Honest & Be YourselfSTUDENT-AthleteSocial Media PresenceDo Your Homework

MAVS ROLE

No Question Too Big or Too SmallAssistance in Guiding & BuildingRelationshipsHonest Feedback & Film Review1v1 Consultations As NeededSportsRecruits Aide

COACHES ROLE

Honest EvaluationCommunication With CoachesAdvocate for the Athlete

VIDEO & HIGHLIGHTS

Film With A Tripod From an EndlineLead with Most Important SkillsHighlight Against Strong CompetitionEdited & Unedited Options

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VIDEO & HIGHLIGHTS

Follow The Ball or PlayerExcessive Commentary or CheeringToo Long or Too ShortOver Editing

DON'T

SAMPLE EMAILThis is a sample letter and can be modified to fit your style.Hi Coach X, My name is Kathy Bates. I am a Junior OH in the class of 2023. I am 6'6 with a 34 inch verticaland am interested in studying Biology. My high school, XYZ High School in Kansas City, Missouri,is starting soon and I have attached our fall match schedule. I have been doing my research into universities and colleges and have been really impressed byHogwarts! I love the pictures I've seen of the campus and you all have my degree in Wizardrythat I want. I have also been impressed with how your team plays and competes in the MagicConference. If you are looking for an Outside Hitter in the class of 2023, I would love to hear fromyou. Also, it would be great to chat with you on the phone if you are able to do so. I have a shorthighlight video you can view by clicking on this link: Kathy Bates OH 2023

SAMPLE EMAIL CONT

Amy Benne (Head Coach) abenne@mavskc.comConnor Gregston (MAVS Recruiting Coordinator) connor@mavskc.com

This year for club, I will be playing for MAVS Team X. If you need a contact to passcommunication through, please use Amy Benne, my Head Coach or ConnorGregston, our MAVS Recruiting Coordinator. Here are their email addresses:

I look forward to hearing from you and hope that you have a great day!

Kathy Bates6’6” OH- Class 2023MAVS Team XXYZ High School

SPORTS RECRUITS

https://sportsrecruits.com/organization/mavsvolleyball

FAQ

University Athletehttps://universityathlete.com

NCAA Eligibility Centerhttps://web3.ncaa.org/ecwr3/