Too many players and families start their recruiting journey with the same limiting beliefs:
“We’re behind.”
“We don’t know where to begin.”
“We didn’t get the exposure we wanted”
“We’re not good enough, connected enough, or visible enough to play college ball.”
That ends here.
The Recruiting Roadmap was built to dismantle confusion, overwhelm, and gatekeeping. Step by step, week by week, this system transforms invisible players into intentional prospects — with tools, scripts, trackers, and reflections that don’t just organize your journey… they unlock it.
This isn’t about chasing coaches.
It’s about becoming the kind of student-athlete they’re looking for.
Welcome to a roadmap grounded in clarity, action, and access.
Let’s build your bridge from hopeful to highly recruited — together. 🏀💼📈
PHASE 1: LAY THE FOUNDATION (Weeks 1–2) 🏠🔄
Transformation Theme: From Confused to Clarity
🏛️ Create your Player Resume using the AI-Powered Resume Builder
🎥 Build your Highlight Video & launch your YouTube Channel
📆 Set up the Communication Command Center (Name, Conference, Contact Info, Status, Notes)
📃 Complete the “Why This School and Me” Worksheet
👨👧 Player and Parent complete the Recruiting Timeline Checklist
Coach Quote: “Clear, concise resumes and film make my job 10x easier.” — D3 Women’s Coach
PHASE 2: START THE CONVERSATION (Weeks 3–4) 🙌📢
Transformation Theme: From Invisible to Intentional
📧 Launch Cold Email Campaign using 3-wave template system
📱 Send DM and Tweet Scripts to coaches
📊 Track opens, replies, and link clicks in CRM
🤖 Use Coach Email Assistant (AI) to refine your messages
🌐 Attend 1+ Info Session or Virtual Tour weekly
Marketing Insight: “Frequency + Relevance = Trust.” — Content Strategist
PHASE 3: BUILD TRUST + PROOF (Weeks 5–6) 🚀📈
Transformation Theme: From Stranger to Standout
🎥 Update Highlight Video with new clips
👍 Send Thank You + Follow-Up Emails after camps/events
📚 Upload Academic Updates (GPA, SAT, test scores, leadership)
📋 Complete and share your Capstone 1-Pager
📓 Log all coach interactions using Demonstrated Interest GPT Assistant
Coach Quote: “The players who document growth show me they’re serious.”
PHASE 4: SHOWCASE & CONVERT (Weeks 7–8) 🌟📅
Transformation Theme: From Hopeful to High-Intent
🚪 Attend 2+ Showcases or Prospect Camps
🤝 Follow up with every coach within 24 hours
📆 Update CRM Status + Notes with insights
📃 Use the “Why You, Why Us” Messaging Workbook for tailored outreach
🩵 Record Journal Reflections on mindset + experience
Coach Quote: “After events, I look for the ones who reach out with specifics.”
PHASE 5: CLOSE THE LOOP (Weeks 9–10) ✅🏡
Transformation Theme: From Activity to Access
🚮 Review Offers / Camp Invites / Application Updates
📞 Schedule Calls with Coaches for fit conversations
📈 Confirm Pre-Reads, ED/EA/RD plans with family
📄 Submit Applications with resume, links, & essays
🏫 Prep for campus visits with updated Worksheets + Q&A
Coach Quote: “Closing the loop shows maturity. I want that on my team.”
BONUS RESOURCES 📊📃
📊 Project Access Growth Dashboard
🔍 Mindset Reframing Prompts (PDF)
📝 Coach Call Scripts
📅 Printable Roadmap Checklist
Let’s Bridge the Gap!
Let this roadmap be the bridge between ambition and access for every player. 🏋️♀️💖