seminar recruiting
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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
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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
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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) [email protected] Gregston (MAVS Recruiting Coordinator) [email protected]
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/