Prospects Discuss Exposure and Recruitment II

<!-- 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 to join their collegiate roster. Contact is often made by the coaches to set up 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 how to be recruited. Let's dig deeper and get direct tips and recommendations from players that's recently gone through the recruiting process.</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:image {"id":1000932,"width":"130px","height":"auto","aspectRatio":"0.7091150834687546","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/Lily-Beckwith.jpg?w=212" alt="" class="wp-image-1000932" style="aspect-ratio:0.7091150834687546;width:130px;height:auto" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='532710' first='Lily' last='Beckwith'] - Long Beach State University Commit</em></strong></figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:list {"ordered":true} --> <ol class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>I absolutely did receive assistance from the Prep Dig Scouts (articles, evaluations, video postings, social media, etc.). They helped me get the exposure and traction I needed to stand out to college coaches. Being featured in their rankings as the #1 player in Nevada multiple times over the course of my high school career, along with their event coverage, evaluations, and highlight videos, gave me major visibility across the country. This increased interest from programs, helped me get on more coaches' radars, and played a huge role in my recruitment journey and commitment to Long Beach State. I'm honestly really grateful for all their support.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>I contacted them by Email, Phone &amp; Social Media messaging.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>During the phone calls, I made sure to share both my athletic qualities and my personality. I explained how I play as an outside hitter, aggressive, with a lot of fire, intent, and passion on every point. I also talked about my work ethic, competitiveness, and desire to get better every day. What I think helped the most was showing my genuine personality. I tried to be personable, kind, and likable so the coaches could see the real me. Being able to connect on a personal level made it easier for them to envision how I would fit into the team culture not just as a player on the court, but as someone who could positively impact the team mentally and emotionally. I believe coaches want athletes who are talented but also great teammates and good people, and I focused on showing that I could be both.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Yes, I visited the campus.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>After the phone calls, I stayed extremely disciplined with both my athletics and academics. On the court, I continued training hard with my club team (Northern Nevada Juniors) and high school team, focusing on consistent performance in tournaments and practices. I made sure to send updated highlight videos and tournament schedules to the coaching staff to keep showing my commitment and improvement which can for sure be really tough at times especially when I had to sort through hours and hours of film but in the end its worth it and completely pays off. Academically, I kept my 4.1 GPA strong by staying organized, managing my time well during a busy travel and competition schedule, and prioritizing schoolwork even when I was tired. For me, it made it easier when I worked ahead which gave me more breathing room. I knew that maintaining high performance in both areas was key to proving to coaches I was ready for the next level. Staying focused and consistent during that waiting period was really important to me.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>I received my offer for commitment in verbally by phone.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>My biggest tips for up and coming prospects are to start early and be proactive. Stay consistent and relentless with your training, schoolwork, and reaching out to coaches. Keep sending personalized emails and updated film especially leading up to big dates like June 15th. Attend showcases like Prep Dig to get more visibility and always keep your grades strong. Show your real personality on calls and visits so coaches can see what kind of teammate you will be. The recruitment process can have some bumpy roads and I definitely went through some myself but you have to keep being persistent and never give up on your dreams. Most importantly believe with your full heart that everything will work out the way it is supposed to and that your path will guide you to the right place. Stay passionate, play with fire and intent, and always believe in yourself!</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ol> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1000935,"width":"130px","height":"auto","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/Jnyah-Odom.jpg?w=208" alt="" class="wp-image-1000935" style="width:130px;height:auto" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><strong><em>J'nyah Odom - University of Arkansas Pine Bluff </em></strong></figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:list {"ordered":true} --> <ol class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>With the help of Prep Dig I was able to get exposure all across the US and looks from colleges I never dreamed of. Thanks to the articles about me and them reposting my videos I was able to get more looks than I ever expected!</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>I contacted them by Phone, Social Media Messaging &amp; Sports Recruits Messaging.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>It is important to share your WHY in your sport, The person or thing you do it for and also be yourself!</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Yes, I visited the campus.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Stay consistent on your workouts and training and by this I don't mean just in the gym I mean working out with tutors, teachers and physical trainers in general so you don't fall behind in the classroom and in sports.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>I received my offer for commitment in person.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Don't give up. Not everyone receives offers quickly so stay on your recruiting grind and make sure to tag Prep Dig in everything. There's a school out there for you no matter what!</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ol> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1000942,"width":"130px","height":"auto","aspectRatio":"0.7391839439553157","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/Yahairi-Sanchez.jpg?w=221" alt="" class="wp-image-1000942" style="aspect-ratio:0.7391839439553157;width:130px;height:auto" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><strong><em>Yahairi Sanchez - Columbia Basin College</em></strong></figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:list {"ordered":true} --> <ol class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Prep Dig was always helpful with publishing articles and highlighting me on any videos that I had posted or that they got of me. It was also always a pleasure talking to scouts in person about what the proper steps to go about recruiting was and what to ask coaches. They were always reaching back out as well to see how the recruiting process was going for me as well.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>The college coach contacted me before I contacted them.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>The most important information I shared was my values and the standards/expectations I held for myself.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Yes, I visited the campus.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>I continued working behind the scene with putting in extra reps and workouts to strengthen my body. Academically I would continue to stay on top of my work giving my 110% into all assignments and making up any classes that would allow me to attend based on academic requirements.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>I received my offer for commitment in verbally by phone.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Highlight the accomplishments that mean a lot to you as well as the person you are don't try to fit into what they are looking for if it's not who you are. Eventually in the end the right school will find you even if it takes a while.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ol> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1000944,"width":"130px","height":"auto","aspectRatio":"0.6421847522499224","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/Alexandria-Walker.jpg?w=192" alt="" class="wp-image-1000944" style="aspect-ratio:0.6421847522499224;width:130px;height:auto" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='525193' first='Alexandria' last='Walker'] - Texas Southern University</em></strong></figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:list {"ordered":true} --> <ol class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Prep Dig Articles</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>NCSA Application - Contact coach</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>I believe the most important information shared about me that helped me get recruited was why I want to play at the next level and specifically knowing what I want in a collegiate coach and program!</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Yes, I visited the campus.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>I just kept working! The acknowledgment was nice and it felt like my work has paid off but I knew that my job was not over and now I need to keep working so I can reach other goals beyond recruitment!</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>Email Email Email Email! This is one time in your life that can get you so far if you just email and put yourself out there, this is not the time to be lazy!</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ol> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1000947,"width":"130px","aspectRatio":"0.7257651505913912","scale":"cover","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/Tori-Castro.jpg?w=217" alt="" class="wp-image-1000947" style="aspect-ratio:0.7257651505913912;object-fit:cover;width:130px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='536861' first='Tori' last='Castro'] - Arkansas Tech University</em></strong></figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:list {"ordered":true} --> <ol class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Yes, AJ took the initiative of emailing tons of schools that I was interested in and maintaining direct communication with them. His dedication to helping girls in Nevada get seen and recognized everywhere is astounding.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>I contacted them by Email, Phone, University Athlete &amp; Sports Recruits Messaging.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>I wouldn't say there was anything specific. Just mostly feeling comfortable to be myself and ask honest genuine questions because at the end of the day if they are truly interested in you then they already know you're good. It is your character that will lead them to make a final decision.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Yes, I visited the campus.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>I maintained a consistent weight training and practice schedule. On top of that I did my best to fuel my body with good food.</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>Find a school that you're not only interested in and love but one where you connect with the players and coaches. Most importantly go where you feel the most valued as not only a player but a person too.</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... 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