Welcome to the Recruiting Help Center.
Here you will learn all the basics and have the resources to take the first steps in the college recruiting process.
Your recruiting profile is your first impression to college coaches, and it must stand out to grab their attention and make you a top candidate for recruitment.
In this blog post, we'll explore the 5 key elements of building a strong recruiting profile.
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There are 5 key elements you need to include in your profile.
1. Personal information
2. Athletic abilities
3. Highlight video
4. Academic background
5. Personal motivation
1. Personal information
First, your profile should prominently display personal information, such as your name, year of enrollment, nationality, and contact details. Include pictures of yourself as well.
This way, coaches know who you are and can contact you quickly.
2. Athletic background
Second, your athletic profile background should be highlighted. This include:
- Club / School name
- Position
- Rankings/Achievements
- Stats
3. Highlight video
An impressive recruiting highlight video is essential to back up your athletic resume. This is the ultimate trigger for coaches to show interest. So include your best plays and moments, and show off your skills and abilities.
Learn here to create your highlight video
4. Academic background
For coaches, it’s important to know your academic background so they know that you’re a good fit for their college. Include the following:
- GPA
- SAT/ACT scores
- TOEFL/IELTS or DuoLingo scores
- Preferred study program
5. Personal motivation
Lastly, include your personal motivation, such as why you want to play college sports and what you hope to achieve. This will help coaches to understand your goals and what you can bring to their program.
Including these 5 key elements in your profile will give college coaches a clear and comprehensive understanding of who you are as a student-athlete and what you can bring to their program.
The recruiting process can be overwhelming, but it can be a smooth and stress-free experience with the right guidance and resources.
At +31 Sports, we are dedicated to helping student-athletes navigate the recruiting process and find the perfect fit for them.
