Phase 1: Intro to College Recruiting - 8 Secrets to Success

Name: Phase 1: Intro to College Recruiting - 8 Secrets to Success
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College Coaches will look at 10,000 Players a year. How do you standout? This course will dive into college recruiting.

Created bySIGNnow Sports

Last updated 4/2020

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What you'll learn

By the end of this course a student-athlete and their parents will better understand how to start and maneuver through the recruiting process.
9 categories to consider when selecting a school.
Understand how college scholarships (athletic and academic) work and what percentage they can cover.
Which is more effective in the recruiting process - playing high school or club (travel/competitive) soccer.
What you should do if you are over 18-years old and/or out of high school, but still want to be a student-athlete.

Course content

5 sections • 27 lectures • 55m total length

Welcome!0:25
Welcome to the Interactive Online Course Intro to College Soccer Recruiting. Experience the overview of the course and learn about the 8 Secrets to get ahead of other student-athletes.
This course is presented like I am speaking directly to the student-athlete directly.
Your Instructor: Coach Kyle's CBS Orlando News Story2:42
Watch CBS's News Story on Coach Kyle and his original project with SIGNnow Sports focusing on connecting athletes with Next Level opportunities including collegiate and professional connections.
Your Instructor: Coach Kyle7:26
In this video, you will learn more about Coach Kyle his background as a player, coach Director of a coaching role for a highly competitive program in Central Florida. He discusses what you need to do to make it at a higher level.
You can check out his INSTAGRAM page:
https://www.instagram.com/signnowsoccertraining/
Wait Till The End0:31
What you will want to do is to complete this course, but at the end, I will provide you with a special gift that you will not want to miss out on. :)
#ThePROJourney Podcast & Facebook Group0:55
Make sure to check out our FREE podcast #ThePROJourney that discusses everything related to soccer and specifically youth soccer including maneuvering through Youth Soccer Landscape, navigating the college recruiting process and much more! It will be available on iTunes and Google Podcast along with Anchor, Spotify, Breaker, and Radio Public.
https://anchor.fm/theprojourney
https://open.spotify.com/show/1vkhidBxGqHmko61f1mxwB
https://www.breaker.audio/number-theprojourney
https://radiopublic.com/theprojourney-8Qo20P

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5 Phases of the Recruiting Process: Perspective of a College Coach2:28
In this video, you will learn the 5 phases of the recruiting process from a College Coaches Perspective. This will give you a general idea of how the recruiting process actually works.
European Pro Academy Player - Interview - Nik L. and Coach Kyle0:58
Listen to Nik - a European Pro Academy Player at APOEL FC (a club that played in the Champions League Qualifying Tournament) and his mother Keri speak about Coach Kyle and his ability to develop high-level players for college and professional levels and implement the same methodology as top European clubs.
What is Discussed?1:42
In this video, you will learn about the topics for discussion and even some surprise bonus topics.

The Importance of Doing Well in School1:30
In this video, you will learn how important doing well is for your future potential to play college soccer or college athletics in general. Without a strong GPA, you could miss out on college offers.
9th Grade - Sets The Tone For All 4 Years2:33
In this video, you will learn about the basic principles of 9th grade needed to get an advantage over other student-athletes you are competing against.
10th Grade - Crucial to Getting Your Name Out1:51
In this video, you will learn about how EXPOSURE is key for potential college student-athletes and some of the objectives you need to complete during this grade year.
9th and 10th Grade Quiz
11th Grade - Focus on Communication and Attending Events1:37
This is arguably your most important year. 11th grade changes the game as communication essentially opens up for all coaches. This is GO time.
You need to be communicating a minimum of twice a month at this stage.
12th Grade – Selection year1:16
The final Hurrah. Do not get caught in senioritis. Get those applications and recommendations finished and take care of any remaining business. Be smart and professional.
11th and 12th Grade Quiz
General Tips2:24
In this video, you will learn general tips when going through the recruiting process including taking the SAT/ACT again, you can get additional scholarship money outside of academic or athletic and much more!
How to Select a School2:19
In this video, you will learn about the 9 segments to consider when selecting a university. I also recommend that you consider if you would attend that college if you did not play a sport. If the answer is no, you may want to reconsider before accepting an offer.
General Tips and Selecting a School Quiz

Improve On and Off The Field2:10
In this video, you will learn the importance of continuing to improve every single day on the field and off the field. You need to invest in yourself.
By U14, you should be training a minimum of 4 times a week. You also need to be watching PRO games.
Scholarships1:29
In this video, you will learn how scholarships work (generally), what percentage of a scholarship you can receive and how you could lose scholarships.
School, Scholarships and Field Performance

High School Vs. Club Soccer1:27
In this video, you will learn which is more important and why... Listen/read on to find out :)
Exposure is Key1:06
In this video, you will learn why exposure is so important and how if you do not get noticed; you will not play collegiate athletics.
A secret: College coaches do NOT know who you are. If you do not contact them, you will remain a mystery.
You Must Network1:16
"It's about who you know to get the job; it is about what you know to keep it."
This was a business quote, but the same rules apply here. You need to network and be comfortable in uncomfortable environments.
Club Soccer, High School Soccer, Exposure and Networking Quiz
What Kind of Players do Coaches Want?2:05
In this video, you will learn that coaches want STUDENT-ATHLETES. This means, individuals who will be responsible on and off the field and represent the university and athletics program with class and dignity; as well as someone who is hungry to win and get better.
When and How to Talk With College Coaches2:38
In this video, you will learn you will some general methods for beginning and having conversations with college coaches and how it is important to return communication back ASAP (within 24 hours).
College Camps1:55
In this video, you will learn that college camps can be effective to learn more about the college process, the lifestyle, but are NOT necessarily the best form for recruiting.
I personally spent over $500 (twice), for one college's camp. I did not attend university. I did, however, learned more about the process and what college coaches look for.
Camps, Coaches Want & How To Talk With Coaches Quiz
You Need Game Film0:59
In this video, you will learn that game or highlight film is a must. Make sure highlight film is about games ONLY, not training.
Over 18 and/or Out of High School1:40
In this video, you will learn that even if you are 18 years old (or out of high school) there are still options or potential for you to play college athletics. You just have to be willing to work hard and follow the steps discussed thus far.
You will have to understand that your options will be limited, but you can have your opportunity.
The Truth About The College Recruiting Process3:05
In this video, you will learn that recruiting is like a JOB. You will have to work many hours per week to make this a reality. If it's your dream, you will go after it.
Just a heads up, just because you get an email from a college coach about their CAMP; does not mean they are recruiting you.
Game Film, 18 or Older, The Truth Quiz

Bonus Lecture4:34
Congratulations on completing Phase 1: Intro to College Recruiting course! As promised, I am giving you a FREE GIFT which is my 2500 Touch Challenge. Find it here:
http://signnowsports.com/2500
I have JUST released a PHASE 2 of the College Recruiting Process known as the College Recruiting Game Plan: Win at College Recruiting.
What I have done is BROKEN down my 28-action taking book called the College Recruiting Game Plan into an interactive online course as I walk you (the student-athlete) through the 28 actions needed to WIN at College Recruiting Process.
https://www.udemy.com/course/collegerecruiting/
Since you are already enrolled in Phase 1, I will give you access to any of my other courses at a discounted rate under my current STUDENT PRICING.
To Enroll, simply send me a PRIVATE MESSAGE and/or EMAIL me at SIGNnowSports@gmail.com with your preferred course and I will make sure to give you your discount code :)
You can check out the courses at the link below:
https://www.udemy.com/course/collegerecruiting/
See the video to find out :)

Requirements

There are no requirements or prerequisites to take this course.
Reminder: This is an introduction to college recruiting and lays out a general timeline.

Description

Solve this: The average college coach will look at 10,000 potential student-athletes a year and select three players for a roster spot. How in the world do you stand out from the rest of the competition?

This introduction course to college soccer recruiting is PERFECT for high school student-athletes and their parents. The best time to start is NO LATER than the day you walk into your freshman year.

Take your time, watch the videos more than once and come back and use them as a resource. Grab a pen and paper and take notes as this dives into 8 secrets to help you understand the college recruiting process in a systematic manner:

9th Grade - Set The Tone
10th Grade - Getting Exposure
11th Grade - Focus on Communication
12th Grade - Selection Year
Importance of Doing Well in School
Improving on and off the Field
How to Select a School
When and How to Talk With College Coaches
Scholarships
What Kind of Players Do Coaches Want
Over 18 Years old and/or Out of High School
So much more!

This FREE course was created by a Soccer Director of Coaching (DoC) who works with college-level players from NAIA to NCAA DI and even wrote the book on College Recruiting called the College Recruiting Game Plan which is available on AMAZON.

This FREE intro course will teach you the fundamentals to succeed BEFORE battling the endless hurricane known as the College Soccer Recruiting Process.

Who this course is for:

Soccer Parents who want to help their student-athletes through the process of recruiting
Student-Athletes who want to play collegiate soccer
Club or High School Coaches who want to educate their players and families
Director of Coaching or Director of Athletics who want to educate their staff and player-pool
Club staff looking to be more knowledgeable about the college recruiting process

Phase 1: Intro to College Recruiting - 8 Secrets to Success

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Course content

Introduction8 lectures • 17min

Critical Steps to Take During High School7 lectures • 14min

The Importance of School and Sport Performance2 lectures • 4min

Secrets to Getting Recognized and Some Common Mistakes9 lectures • 16min

Congratulations!1 lecture • 5min

Requirements

Description

Who this course is for: