Athletically Selling Yourself

What It Takes To Get Noticed by College Coaches

Alex Lemehka knows what it takes to stand out in a crowd of athletes.

Bailey Bitetto

Alex Lemehka knows what it takes to stand out in a crowd of athletes.

Alexandra Lemekha, Staff Writer
April 8, 2015

Many high school athletes dream of playing at the next level. Whether it’s a Division I, II, or III, playing at a college level is a great accomplishment for one to reach. However, getting noticed by college coaches is how you can achieve that goal, and not everyone knows how to do it. Here are some tips on how to get recruited:

  1. Start early

The key to getting noticed by college coaches is by starting in your freshman and sophomore year. It may seem too soon, but the earlier you start the better chance you have of being noticed, and possibly recruited.

 

  1. Join a Club Team

Joining a club team gives you more exposure than a high school team. Club teams go to tournaments and showcases that college coaches attend. This is a way for you to get under the coaches radar.

 

  1. Summer Camps

Colleges give the opportunity for high school athletes to show themselves at summer camps. The camps take place on the campus of the school and not only are the school’s coaches there, but also coaches from different colleges as well. This is another way for an athlete to get noticed by coaches, and also gives them the opportunity to experience what it’s like to play and train at a college level.

 

  1. Register with the NCAA (if playing DI or DII)

If a high school athlete plans on playing at a Division I or II school, it’s very important to register with the NCAA Eligibility Center. All of the athlete’s information gets sent to the Eligibility Center to see if you’re suitable for scholarships. Also, it is another way for college coaches to see who you are, athletically and academically in your prospect profile.

 

  1. Email

Athletes must get in contact with the coach. It’s very rare that the college you would want to attend would notice you just like that. Although college coaches cannot contact you back until September 1 of your junior year, as a freshman and sophomore you can still let them know your schedule, showcases attending, or send any videos to show that you should play at their school. Also, get your high school and club team coaches to contact any colleges you’re interested in. Having more than just yourself email the coach can benefit you.