Prospects Discuss Exposure and Recruitment I

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>There is no doubt that one of the most difficult times an athlete can have is once the door of recruitment opens and the athlete is awaiting calls, emails, text messages or social media messages from college coaches that may have interest in recruiting them by setting up future phone conversations, campus visits, camp reservations and more. Prep Dig Scouts have had first hand exposure in talking with many college coaches and many prospective athletes to further expand the exposure that helps the athlete learn what to do, and to learn how different the process and path for each athlete can be of how to be recruited. Let's dig deeper and get direct information from players that recently went through the recruiting process and ultimately resulted in being added to a college roster.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em><span style="text-decoration: underline"><strong>Prep Dig asked these committed athletes the following questions:</strong></span></em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list {"ordered":true} --> <ol class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>As you began your college recruitment process, did you receive any assistance from your Prep Dig Scouts?</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>How did you contact the college coach/program to initialize your interest?</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>If you had one or more phone calls with the coach/program you've committed to, what do you feel was the most important information to share about yourself that helped the coach recruit you?</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Did you visit the campus before you committed?</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>After the phone call(s) and before the offer for commitment, what did you do to maintain performance and academic requirements?</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>How did you receive your offer for commitment?</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>What final tips would you give to up &amp; coming prospects are they start or continue their recruitment process?</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ol> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>**********************************************************************************************************************************</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1000983,"width":"130px","sizeSlug":"medium","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-medium is-resized"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2026/06/Chloe-Lopez.jpg?w=156" alt="" class="wp-image-1000983" style="width:130px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='525374' first='Chloe' last='Lopez'] - Providence College</em></strong></figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:list {"ordered":true} --> <ol class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>During my process, I had several articles and evaluations written about me over the course of about two years. Each evaluation gave me the chance to be seen by coaches, including the coaches of the program that I committed too. Not just that, but the confidence that each evaluation gave me helped me perform on the court and do my job the best I can in order to help my team.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Contacted them by email &amp; by phone.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li> The most important information that I shared about myself was what kind of person I am. When a coach asks for a phone call, it means that they've already seen you play and would like to know more about YOU as a person. I shared things about who I am in the classroom and how I value improving myself in all aspects. I also shared personal facts about myself such as my interests outside of volleyball and what I like to do in my free time. Sharing these things helped me find a program that is looking for a player like me and would be the best fit for me academically and athletically. I feel that sharing these things also helped college coaches understand who I am and my core values as a person. Coaches want to understand who you are outside of your sport, so sharing things such as how you work in the classroom, what you enjoy doing in your free time, and what you value as a person helps coaches understand you better as a person, not just an athlete.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Yes, I visited the campus.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Academically, I made sure that I stayed on a schedule and kept track of the work that I had to do for each school day. Making sure that I work in a schedule makes it so that I don't have to think about what comes next, I can just go. Every night when I get home, I make sure that everything that has to get done is done in the same order. This helps me because then I never have to stress if I forgot to do something. I also made sure to use my time wisely any chance that I got. A lot of work can get done in the school day during free time, so I made sure to get as much done as I possibly could DURING school hours so when I got home, there was a lot less stress of having to do homework or study for tests. This also frees up a lot of free time to spend with family when you get home. To maintain my on court performance, I would always set a goal for myself before each practice. I try to focus on one thing for each practice that is applicable to every type of drill. I also made sure that I was training in the weight room twice a week. Having a focus before each practice and game helped me to improve my physical game and mental game to prepare for the next level.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>I received my offer on the third and final day of my official visit. My coaches told me in person and I also committed that day!</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>STAY CONSISTENT!! It's definitely hard to see a bunch of girls in your grade committing and getting offered to big programs before you but it's important to remember that June 15th is the start, not the end. Your process is going to look so different than everyone else's. There are so many schools out there looking for all kinds of different players. Stay consistent in sending emails and sending film out to schools. Don't be afraid to put yourself out there! A closed door from one school isn't going to be the end. It's a redirection to find the school that is perfect for you.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ol> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1000981,"width":"130px","aspectRatio":"0.9534142771032463","sizeSlug":"medium","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-medium is-resized"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2026/06/Amany-Kuwa-II.jpg?w=286" alt="" class="wp-image-1000981" style="aspect-ratio:0.9534142771032463;width:130px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><strong><em>Amany Kuwa - Florida Gulf Coast University</em></strong></figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:list {"ordered":true} --> <ol class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>One of the Prep Dig showcases I went to allowed me to talk to college coaches and get a sense of what it's like to put myself out there. I was able to talk with a college coach from a school in Texas and this was one of the first times I personally introduce myself to a college coach. It made me more comfortable putting myself out there and showed me how important first impressions are in the recruiting process.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>The coach contacted me before I contacted them.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>The most important information I shared was my playing style, the position I can contribute in, and the areas I'm actively working to improve. I also made sure the coach understood my academic goals, my work ethic, and that I was genuinely interested in their program because of its culture, level of competition, and fit for me. I expressed that I am very coachable and determined to learn and grow as an athlete.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>No, I did not visit the campus.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>I tried to get more into that competitive playing style. I wanted to elevate my game level because I knew that that's how they play in college. As a hitter, I tried working on faster tempos in practice and stayed after practice with my setter to improve my timing and effectiveness on the court. For academics, you really have to put in the work to get the results. Academics are a direct reflection of the effort and discipline you put into your work. No matter how tiring and repetitive it may seem, you have to find some sort of motivation to finish assignments, develop effective study habits, and maintain a strong work ethic overall.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>I received my offer of commitment verbally by phone.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>If you reach a point where few or no coaches are reaching out, or the schools contacting you are not a good fit, you have to take the initiative to get noticed. It may be easier to blame your coaches, teammates, or schools, but ultimately, recruiting starts with you. Whether you have to improve as a player or get your grades higher, you have to be willing to put in the effort. And have patience. Be patient with yourself and allow yourself to grow and be patient in the process. Recruiting is about taking ownership of your future and doing the work to get there. It starts with accountability, effort, and a willingness to improve.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ol> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1000985,"width":"130px","sizeSlug":"medium","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-medium is-resized"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2026/06/Chyanne-Robinson.jpg?w=180" alt="" class="wp-image-1000985" style="width:130px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><strong><em>Chyanne Robinson - Fort Valley State University</em></strong></figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:list {"ordered":true} --> <ol class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Yes, Prep Dig Articles.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>I contacted them by Email, Phone, Social Media Messaging, University Athlete Messaging &amp; Sports Recruits Messaging.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Being honest and upfront with them about who I am as a player and a person. I was open about my goals, my strengths, and the areas I'm still working to improve. I think that honesty helped build trust and showed them I was willing to work hard and keep getting better.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Yes, I visited the campus.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>I stayed consistent in the gym, kept up with my academics, and worked with a personal trainer to continue improving my performance and stay accountable.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>I first received the offer in person after practicing with the team. Later that day, the coach called me to confirm my verbal commitment, and about a month later I received the official paperwork to sign.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Show up and give every tournament your best because you never know who's watching. I met my coach at a tournament in Las Vegas. She was watching my court, and after I smiled at her and gave my all during warm-ups and the match, I got an email from the school that same night. Always play with confidence, be yourself, and don't take any opportunity for granted.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ol> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1000982,"width":"130px","sizeSlug":"medium","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-medium is-resized"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2026/06/Aiyana-Brown.jpg?w=169" alt="" class="wp-image-1000982" style="width:130px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><strong><em>Aiyana Brown - Green River College</em></strong></figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:list {"ordered":true} --> <ol class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>As I began my college recruitment process, I had exposure from articles and Prep Dig scouts during my travel tournaments. Being able to slowly get recognized through these really helped my recruiting process speed up no matter how early or late I started.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>I contacted the coach Email, Phone &amp; the coach contacted me.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>The most important information I shared about myself with my coach that recruited me was my characteristics and abilities outside of volleyball. This includes my home life and school. Showing that not only can I be flexible and productive in volleyball but in my social life as well really gives the coach a feel for your everyday life dynamics.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>No, I did not visit the campus.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>After the phone calls and before the commitment offer, I maintained my performance and academic requirements by continuing to play elite travel volleyball as well as pursuing my college courses and high school classes that I need for my major and for my future. I was able to keep a good balance between school and volleyball because they are both important things for my future goals.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>I received my offer for commitment verbally by phone.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>It is never too late for your recruiting process. Never give up, there are many places waiting for you to choose them as your home. It's easy to get discouraged but there is always a plan for you!</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ol> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1000984,"width":"130px","sizeSlug":"medium","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-medium is-resized"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2026/06/Constanze-Mangano.jpg?w=172" alt="" class="wp-image-1000984" style="width:130px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='575250' first='Constanze' last='Mangano'] - Southern Oregon University</em></strong></figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:list {"ordered":true} --> <ol class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Prep dig did helped a lot when I was going through the recruitment process even though I was getting recruited for beach, they were reposting my videos either on their page or their story's, helping them getting more exposure to different schools.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>The coach contacted me before I contacted them.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Definitely just showing your personality helps so much, it allows to show the coach how you are as a person on and off the court which is super important because coaches can help fix skills, they can't fix attitude.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Yes, I visited the campus.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>I attended camps to schools and different clubs allowing me to learn new skills and improve on the ones I already have and also taking time to make sure I put some work outside of volleyball practices either at home or in the gym, and for school it's super important you put school before sports. I make sure I have all my homework done before leaving to go out of state and possibly missing school so I don't get super behind, or even taking my work to tournaments and hotels to get all my work completed.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>I received my offer for commitment in person.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Make sure to be yourself! It's super super important to allow your potential future college coaches to see how you are on and off the court, no matter your skill if you aren't a good teammate, you'll be less likely to get looked at. As well putting yourself out there as much as you can, getting your highlights done and posting them, sending them to a whole bunch of different colleges and just getting as much exposure as you can and checking those emails, and have fun doing it! This all should be a memorable experience too look back on one day!</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ol> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Thank you prospects &amp; congratulations on your recruitment &amp; commitment</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>**********************************************************************************************************************************</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">What's Next... Upcoming Events You Don't Want To Miss</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Be sure to stay updated and sign up for the upcoming showcase events. 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