Posts tagged recruiting
How does college tennis recruiting actually work?
College tennis recruiting is a two-way search: athletes make themselves findable and reach out, and coaches evaluate and respond within NCAA rules.
D1, D2, D3, NAIA, or JUCO: which college tennis path fits?
The right division is the one where your athlete can play, afford to attend, and keep developing — not the one with the biggest name.
When should my athlete start contacting college coaches?
Start the groundwork earlier than most families think, but let NCAA timing guide real contact.
What is the NCAA dead period?
A dead period restricts in-person contact between coaches and recruits — but phone, email, and messaging usually continue.
How to email a college coach
A good first email is short, specific, and quick to act on — and the athlete sends it, not the parent.
What coaches look for in recruiting video
Coaches want recent, unedited point play that shows movement and competitiveness — not just a reel of winners.
Athletic scholarships vs. academic aid: where the money comes from
For most families, academic and need-based aid is the larger, steadier source than athletic scholarships.
The UTR obsession
A rating measures where an athlete is, not where they're going. A calmer way to use the number without letting it use you.