In our last blog article we discussed what skills and traits college coaches look for in a prospect. We will shift our attention in this blog post to why it is important to be proactive and seek guidance to help you maximize exposure, opportunities and scholarships at the college level. Waiting for college coaches to discover you is not a winning strategy for those players who aspire to play basketball at the college level. The college basketball recruiting process has become ultra-competitive now with the addition of the transfer portal and new rulings on junior college eligibility. Without taking initiative, you risk being overlooked. That is why being proactive and seeking guidance is crucial in securing college basketball opportunities and scholarships.
Be Proactive – Take Initiative
There are thousands of high school basketball seniors, prep school prospects, junior college players and now players in the transfer portal each year. All of which are competing for limited rosters spots and scholarships at the college level. While high character, academics and talent are all important (as discussed in previous blog posts), exposure, connections and strategy play a huge role in getting recruited. We tell the players we work with at Net Results Recruiting all the time, college coaches cannot recruit you if they don’t know who you are. You cannot just sit back and wait for your phone to ring these days. You need to take charge of your recruitment. Reach out to college coaches personally, attend camps, build a recruiting profile that highlights your academic and athletic achievements, contact information and include highlight films, full game film and your transcripts. Utilize social media to promote yourself and connect with college coaches. These strategies are all crucial for putting yourself on college coach’s radars.
Seek Guidance
Navigating the basketball recruiting process on your own can be an overwhelming task. From understanding NCAA and NAIA rules, application and admissions processes, to identifying the right programs for your skill level, having an experienced mentor that has knowledge of the process, connections to college coaches and experience can make all the difference. An expert by your side can provide valuable insights, honest feedback, an extensive network and exposure opportunities to help you find the best fit personally, academically and athletically for playing college basketball.
Final Thoughts
Your goal of playing basketball at the college level won’t happen by chance. It will happen with effort and preparation on your part and the right support system in your corner. It takes a village. The more people in your corner that has your best interests at heart the better. Be proactive, seek guidance and take control of your recruitment journey. The more time you invest in the process, the better chance you have of achieving your dream of playing college basketball.
Net Results Recruiting is a full-service recruiting solution that will help you get your name in front of college coaches and provide expert advice and guidance on every step of your recruitment journey. If you need assistance, then contact us today. Don’t leave your future to chance. Get started today with Net Results Recruiting and take control of your basketball journey!