As I’ve mentioned before, the foundation of the PrepSearch program is my college athletics recruiting seminar, designed for students in grades 8-12. This 2-hour session covers as much as possible about the college athletics recruiting process, ensuring that everyone leaves more informed than they entered. One question I hear consistently after my seminars is: “What can my student…

When I started PrepSearch in 2007, my goal was to provide college sports recruiting education to families who weren’t receiving all the information or the complete picture. I also wanted to promote greater access to sports, especially as the “pay-to-play” model grew more prevalent. When I was growing up, we were encouraged to play as…

What are recruiting services, Recruiting Advisors and Independent Educational Consultants? Part 3 of 3 The role of the Independent Educational Consultant (IEC)   When I started PrepSearch in 2007, I was not certified as an IEC and in fact it took me nearly another decade before I added the certification to my role as College…

The College Sports Recruiting Advisor The biggest difference I highlight to my clients when explaining why they should choose me and the PrepSearch model over traditional recruiting services is simple. For me, the Advisor model is not just a business, it’s about relationships. All of my clients start as friends and, over time, become like…

The recruiting service I’ve put off writing about this topic longer than I should have, and in hindsight, it probably should have been the first post in my blog series. Last weekend, while speaking to a group of parents, one asked a very direct and specific question after I showed my pricing on the screen.…

I was speaking with one of my clients last week, and I explained to them that most NCAA Division I institutions recruit several years in advance. It can be difficult to get on a program’s radar in the middle of a recruiting cycle. In college athletics, especially at the NCAA Division I and II levels,…

As parents, one of the most important roles we can play in our children’s athletic development goes beyond supporting them at games and practices. While much of the focus in youth sports is on physical skills like speed, strength, and technique, another critical area often gets overlooked is effective communication. Whether it’s during tryouts, a…

As the parent of a prospective student-athlete in Volleyball and former College Basketball Coach, I understand firsthand the importance of making a great first impression. One of the areas I work with my clients on is communication with College Coaches and how to maximize the few opportunities  a prospect will get to make a first…

I’m excited to share that the PrepSearch App is now available! After a few delays and hiccups in the last year, I felt it was the perfect time to reflect on the personal journey that led to the creation of this innovative platform. Back in 2007, when I founded PrepSearch, my primary goal was to connect aspiring…

As an advisor, I spend a lot of time guiding my clients on how to effectively communicate with college coaches and interpret the messages they receive throughout the recruiting process. This includes understanding the communications prospective student-athletes and their families receive before they can officially be recruited, and after the June 15th date. June 15th…