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Recruiting with Alex

Helping parents guide their athlete to a great college experience. Former D1 Coach | 500+ Committed. I am a former D1 College Scout, Coach, & Recruiter.

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11/01/2026

From putting in the work to making it official! ⚾🔥

Huge congratulations to Aidan Kramer on his commitment to Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI)!

This is what makes the recruiting journey so rewarding. Seeing an athlete find an opportunity to continue competing while pursuing their education.

Every athlete's recruiting journey looks different. Different schools, different divisions, different timelines.

And that's exactly why finding the right opportunity matters more than chasing a particular division or school name.

We're excited for Aidan and everything ahead at WPI!

Could your athlete be the next commitment announcement we celebrate? 👀

If playing college sports is part of your athlete's goals, our 30-Day Recruit-Ready Program can help your family start taking meaningful steps toward that opportunity.

From researching programs to reaching out to coaches and understanding recruiting interest, it's about turning goals into action.

Comment RECRUIT and I'll send you the waitlist details for our next challenge!

Your athlete's commitment story could be next.

11/01/2026

A college coach tells your athlete they're interested.

Exciting news, right? Absolutely.

But having been on the coaching side of recruiting, I can tell you that interest and an actual opportunity are two very different things.

A coach might like what they see on film but still need to evaluate your athlete in person.

They might want to learn more about their academics, development, or potential role on the team.

And even when those conversations become more serious, there's still plenty your family needs to figure out.

Does your athlete actually like the program? Can the school meet their academic goals? Is it financially realistic? What would their experience look like beyond athletics?

Recruiting isn't just about convincing a coach to choose your athlete. It's also about helping your athlete decide whether that school is worth choosing.

That's why I encourage families to pay attention to where each conversation is going, not just whether a coach responds.

And if you're unsure what your athlete should be doing at their current stage of recruiting, start by understanding where they stand.

Comment MAP and I'll send you our free Recruiting Roadmap assessment to help identify your athlete's recruiting progress and what to focus on next.

10/31/2026

One thing I learned from being on the college recruiting side is how quickly things can change.

I've seen athletes develop into completely different prospects over the course of a year.

I've also seen recruiting opportunities change because a coach left, a roster filled up, or a program's needs shifted.

And sometimes, the biggest change has nothing to do with athletics.

A family starts looking seriously at tuition.

An athlete realizes they want to study something their original dream school doesn't offer.

Or a college they never considered starts making a lot more sense.

That's why I wouldn't make permanent recruiting decisions based on one good month or one disappointing stretch.

A coach showing interest today doesn't guarantee an opportunity tomorrow.

And a school showing little interest now doesn't mean your athlete won't have other opportunities as they develop.

Keep researching. Keep asking questions. Keep your options open.

The goal is to make the best decision with the information you have, while being willing to adjust when things change.

Save this for your next recruiting check-in, or share it with a parent who needs the reminder.

10/30/2026

Another dream becoming a reality! 🔥

Every commitment represents years of hard work, early mornings, sacrifices, and the determination to keep improving.

Evan has earned the opportunity to continue his baseball career at the next level, and we couldn't be more excited to see what's ahead!

Who's going to be our next committed athlete? 👀

If your athlete dreams of playing college sports, it's never too early to start building a recruiting plan.

Our next 30-Day Recruit-Ready Program is designed to help families take action, build recruiting traction, and start meaningful conversations with college coaches.

Comment RECRUIT to join the waitlist so your athlete can start working toward their own commitment story!

10/30/2026

When was the last time you actually reviewed your athlete's college list?

I've seen families build a list early in the recruiting process and stick with it for months, even when things have changed.

Maybe your athlete has improved significantly.

Maybe the schools they were excited about aren't showing much interest.

Or maybe they've realized they want a different major, location, or college experience.

The schools that made sense six months ago might not be the same ones worth pursuing today.

And here's something parents should remember:
Adding new schools doesn't mean giving up on the original ones.

It means making sure your athlete still has realistic opportunities worth exploring.

I'd recommend reviewing the list regularly, especially after a season, a major performance improvement, or a change in recruiting interest.

Not sure if your athlete's recruiting plan needs adjusting?

Comment MAP and I'll send you our free Recruiting Roadmap assessment to help you see where your athlete stands and what to focus on next.

10/29/2026

Number 1 is the one almost every family says first. 😬

A coach showing interest is NOT an offer. One wrong sentence can move you down the board.

And the worst answer? No answer at all. 🤐

📌 Save this before your next coach call.
➕ Follow to learn exactly what to say and ask when coaches reach out.

10/29/2026

127 NCAA team championships. One of the most successful athletic programs in college sports.

When most people think of UCLA, they think of its legendary basketball history.
But UCLA's success goes far beyond the basketball court.

From volleyball and water polo to softball, gymnastics, and beach volleyball, the Bruins have built championship-winning programs across multiple sports.

Add in highly regarded academics, a competitive Big Ten environment, and a campus in Los Angeles, and it's easy to see why UCLA attracts talented athletes from across the country.

But here's something I always remind recruiting families:
A school's championship history tells you how successful the program has been. It doesn't tell you whether it's the right opportunity for your athlete.

You still need to consider the competitive level, academics, roster needs, finances, and potential playing opportunities.

And sometimes, the best college experience isn't at the school with the biggest trophy collection.

Not sure whether your athlete should be exploring D1, D2, D3, NAIA, or JUCO programs?

Comment FIT and I'll send you our free Division Fit Finder quiz to help identify which college level may be worth exploring.

10/28/2026

One thing I've learned from being on the college recruiting side is that families can put in a tremendous amount of effort without getting much closer to an opportunity.

And sometimes, the solution isn't doing more.

It's changing how you're approaching the process.

Instead of following what every other family is doing, look at what makes sense for your athlete.

Which programs have a realistic reason to recruit them?
Which coaches are showing meaningful interest?
Which activities are actually helping them move forward?

The goal isn't to have the busiest recruiting schedule. It's to make better decisions with the time you have.

Not sure where your athlete stands or what deserves attention next?

Comment MAP and I'll send you our free Recruiting Roadmap assessment to help identify what your athlete should focus on.

10/27/2026

“D3 is settling.” ❌

Tell that to a school with a 135,000 sq ft sports complex. Or one with multiple recent national titles. Or one with a 27,000-acre campus.

The best fit isn’t always the biggest logo. Here are 5 Southeast D3 schools worth a real look. 👇

Send this to a parent building their college list. 📲

10/27/2026

When families think about college athletics in the Midwest, the big-name programs usually come to mind first.

But there are plenty of schools worth exploring beyond the ones you see on national television.

Some offer competitive Division I athletics. Others are Division III programs with strong academics, smaller campus environments, and opportunities that deserve a closer look.

And here's something I always remind parents:
A D3 school shouldn't automatically be a backup plan, just like a D1 school shouldn't automatically be the first choice.

What matters is whether the program matches your athlete's abilities, academic goals, financial situation, and the college experience they want.

Use this list to discover programs you may not have considered. Then research what each school can actually offer your athlete.

Not sure whether your athlete should be exploring D1, D2, D3, NAIA, or JUCO programs?

Comment FIT and I'll send you our free Division Fit Finder quiz to help identify which college level may be worth exploring.

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