This is not just a course. It is a working recruiting system. Parents can learn each step, fill out the tools directly inside the page, save their progress, and export a summary. The goal is simple: one step at a time, no chaos, no random action, no wasted effort.

Step 1

Build A File For That School

Start by building one organized file for the school. This is your foundation.

School File Builder

School Name

Division / Conference

Location

Intended Major

Head Coach

Coach Email

Application Deadline

Financial Aid Deadline

Why This School Is A Fit

Roster / Position Notes

Step 1 Completion

I created the school file I added coach contacts and deadlines I wrote why this school is a fit

Step 2

Handle compliance early so the process can move fast later.

Eligibility Tracker

Eligibility Path

Registration Status

Documents Needed

Step 2 Completion

The player is registered with the correct eligibility body We know which documents are needed next

Step 3

Complete The Questionnaire

Get into the program’s system before direct outreach.

Questionnaire Tracker

Questionnaire Link

Submission Status

Notes / Confirmation

Step 3 Completion

The recruiting questionnaire has been completed We saved confirmation inside the file

Step 4

Prepare The Recruiting Pack

Build the assets before you contact the coach.

Recruiting Pack Builder

Highlight Video Link

Full Match Links

Resume Link / File Note

Transcript Status

Upcoming Schedule

Recruiting Pack Checklist

Highlight video is ready Full game film is ready Player resume is ready Academic information is ready Schedule is ready

Step 5

Send The First Coach Email

The player should send the message. Parents can help, but the player should lead it.

Coach Outreach Draft

Subject Line

Date Sent

Email Draft

Coach Response

Step 5 Completion

The first email was sent The outreach was logged in the system

Step 6

Follow Up Correctly

Good families track communication. They do not rely on memory or emotion.

Follow Up Tracker

Follow Up Date

Next Planned Follow Up

What New Value Are You Sending?

Step 6 Completion

We created a follow-up plan We logged communication properly

Step 7

Study The Roster And Role

This is where you test whether the opportunity is real.

Roster Analysis Tool

Your Position Group

How Many Players In That Group?

Who Graduates Soon?

Coach’s Projected Role For Player

Pathway Notes

Step 7 Completion

We studied the roster honestly We understand the likely role and pathway

Step 8

Visit Campus With Purpose

A visit should verify fit, not just create emotion.

Visit Notes Tool

Visit Date

Visit Type

Team Culture Notes

Academic Fit Notes

Coach Impression / Role Notes

Step 8 Completion

We completed the visit We wrote down what we actually learned

Step 9

Apply Early And Track Academics

Do not wait for the athletic side to be perfect before getting organized academically.

Application Tracker

Application Status

FAFSA / Aid Status

Academic / Admissions Notes

Step 9 Completion

We handled the school application plan We documented academic and aid deadlines

Step 10

Clarify Cost And Real Standing

This is where you replace hope with clarity.

Standing And Cost Notes

Coach Says We Stand...

Estimated Real Cost

Scholarship / Merit Notes

Step 10 Completion

We asked direct questions about standing We understand the likely financial reality

Step 11

Keep Other Doors Open

Until it is real, keep leverage and keep options alive.

Option Tracker

Other Live Schools

Why Keeping Them Open Still Helps

Step 11 Completion

We kept other realistic schools alive We protected leverage and did not rush emotionally

Step 12

Choose And Commit Like A Pro

Now make the final choice based on fit, role, pathway, cost, and long-term happiness.

Decision Scorecard

How Much They Want You (1-10)

Role Clarity (1-10)

Roster Pathway (1-10)

Financial Fit (1-10)

Academic / Life Fit (1-10)

Would Love It Without Soccer? (1-10)

0 / 60

Overall Fit Score

Final Decision Notes

Step 12 Completion

We completed the final scorecard honestly We are ready to commit professionally

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