Recruitment

During my time at junior golf tournaments, a few recurring themes emerged at these events that merit some emphasis with the summer recruiting season fast approaching. First,  juniors and their parents should know that there are many opportunities to play at the college level.  There are over 2000 college golf programs—many…...

Want to visit a college coach next week while you are out of school on spring break? Know before you go….. What is a dead period? During a dead period a college coach may not have face-to-face contact with college-bound student-athletes or their parents, and may not watch student-athletes compete or visit their…...

Tip from the Tour From a Golf World article on recent Georgia Tech All-American and PGA Tour rookie, Ollie Schniederjans. GW: Given the current depth of talent, there’s such a thin line between competing on the weekend and missing the cut. From what you gathered, what separates the two? “All the little […]

What is Your Competitive Advantage? What do you do well?  What do you have to offer a college team/coach? Where do you stand out in the crowd?  When college coaches are watching you, they are certainly interested in your score.  Never lose sight that their job is to win championships. (I’m…...

Help yourself get Seen! If you had a Ferrari in your driveway, how would you sell it?  You could put a “for sale” sign in the window, but only those who drive by (and are actually looking) will see it–limited exposure and wishful thinking. Could the college coach/team that you want randomly walk by you…...

About 7 years ago, Barry Cheesman asked me if I knew of anyone who might recruit his friend, Michael Colgate.  I had not gotten into coaching, but knew several coaches.  Unfortunately they responded “full or he won’t be able to play on our team”.  Michael was not going to play Division I.  However, he did not…...

I get this question at least once a week if not more.  “My child can beat or did beat that other junior several times last year.  How did they get recruited to that team?” The Answer:  Every situation is different.  You never know who might have known someone.  It is possible that […]

Member News Recruiting is a two-way street …Call it crazy, but call them!   I’m sure every junior golfer thinks it is a bit crazy that a college coach would actually want to have a conversation with you on the phone.  Don’t they know SnapChat is much easier?  How about…...

Gary, from Illinois asks: When should we start visiting colleges? Start anytime. I would recommend driving through a campus or two when your teen is approaching 9th grade. Or, plan to stop for lunch and walk around. Many college cafeterias allow guests to pay and dine. Between 9th and 10th […]

Cayla S. from Florida asks: I am not eligible for the event where my “dream school” coach is recruiting. What can I do? I must tell you that I am a “can’t make who made it.” Never give up kind of person. However, the harsh reality may be that your […]