Coach outreach Tips
Initiating Contact:
Emails: Start by emailing coaches, making your email specific to the school and program, and expressing your interest.
Phone Calls: While NCAA rules restrict when coaches can call, you can still call and leave a voicemail, followed up with an email.
Texts: Texting can be a great way to stay in touch, especially with coaches in smaller schools or those who prefer digital communication.
Preparing for Communication:
Research: Thoroughly research the coaches, their history, and their coaching style, as well as the school and the program.
Student-Athlete Profile: Prepare a one-page profile highlighting your academic and athletic achievements.
Highlight Reel: Create a highlight reel showcasing your skills.
During Communication:
Clear and Concise: Be clear, concise, and polite in all your communication.
Be Yourself: Be genuine and authentic in your interactions.
Ask Questions: Prepare thoughtful questions to ask the coach.
Active Listening: Actively listen to the coach and engage in the conversation.
Staying in Touch:
Follow-up: Follow up with coaches regularly, sharing updates and keeping the lines of communication open.
Be Transparent: If you're not interested in a particular program, be transparent with the coach.
Manage Expectations: If you're getting too many calls, politely ask coaches to cooperate with your schedule.