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The thread is from 2012. Lots have changed since then. First poster is providing all second hand information about his daughter's friends who went D1 that's a clue that his information is not all that reliable. His own point of view starts off with prioritizing academics over soccer so that's another clue that he's got a fairly narrow point of view. Not exactly main stream D1 recruiting advice.
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Originally posted by Unregistered View PostThe thread is from 2012. Lots have changed since then. First poster is providing all second hand information about his daughter's friends who went D1 that's a clue that his information is not all that reliable. His own point of view starts off with prioritizing academics over soccer so that's another clue that he's got a fairly narrow point of view. Not exactly main stream D1 recruiting advice.
Originally posted by Unregistered View PostGiven the level of play sending them go I'D events is probably their best bet. It's unlikely you could get them into decent showcases. If players go tell them to reach out to coaches ahead of time; send their key info (academic and soccer achievements) and a highlight video if they have one (keep it under 2 minutes ). Try to meet the coaches in person at the event and follow up afterwards. Forgot : they should spend some time studying rosters of schools. If everyone came from top clubs and leagues then players you are coaching are unlikely to generate interest.
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From some previous research, I came up with some resume check boxes that are likely required for the different college divisions.
Keep in mind this is a first attempt and I'm sure things are wrong - if you agree something is wrong, try and give something constructive!
Div 1
US Youth National Team Players
US ODP Regional Players
Development Academy Players
All-State High School Players
Div 2
US ODP Regional Players
US ODP State Players
Development Academy Players
Top Club Players
All-State High School Players
Div 3
4 years High School JV/Varsity
High School MVP
Top Club Players
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Originally posted by Unregistered View PostAnd yes, academics do matter. Coaches don't want a player that will struggle. Players with good grades are more appealing than average ones. Finding the right academic fit matters first over soccer. Nothing too controversial there. Would you like to try again?
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If you want to get a tree top view of what recruiting is about read this.
http://www.ncsasports.org/blog/2014/...t-di-athletes/
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Originally posted by Unregistered View PostIf you want to get a tree top view of what recruiting is about read this.
http://www.ncsasports.org/blog/2014/...t-di-athletes/
Their soccer specific pages have some useful information too:
http://www.ncsasports.org/recruiting...ing-guidelines
http://www.ncsasports.org/recruiting...ing-guidelines
So there seem to be a lot of these 'create a profile and get matched with college coaches' websites. How useful are they?
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Originally posted by Unregistered View PostSpeaks to either just how out of touch the poster is or how desperate they are to keep the ECNL and their club relevant. Showcase events are nothing but flesh markets that ultimately are both inefficient and expensive. Suffice to say that if your kid is good enough to actually be able to stand out enough at one to put being their to use, they don't really need them because the college coaches already know who they are. If you want some useful information take a look here: http://www.nefc.us/college
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Originally posted by Unregistered View PostThanks!
Their soccer specific pages have some useful information too:
http://www.ncsasports.org/recruiting...ing-guidelines
http://www.ncsasports.org/recruiting...ing-guidelines
So there seem to be a lot of these 'create a profile and get matched with college coaches' websites. How useful are they?
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Originally posted by Unregistered View PostFrom some previous research, I came up with some resume check boxes that are likely required for the different college divisions.
Keep in mind this is a first attempt and I'm sure things are wrong - if you agree something is wrong, try and give something constructive!
Div 1
US Youth National Team Players
US ODP Regional Players
Development Academy Players
All-State High School Players
Div 2
US ODP Regional Players
US ODP State Players
Development Academy Players
Top Club Players
All-State High School Players
Div 3
4 years High School JV/Varsity
High School MVP
Top Club Players
Top 25 Div 1
U17-20 US Youth National Team Players
Top tier US ODP Regional Team Players
Top tier Development Academy Players
USC High School All Americans
Gatorade Player of Year Type Players
Upper Div 1 - Mid Div 1
U15 US Youth National Pool Players
Mid Tier US ODP Regional Pool Players
Mid Tier Development Academy Players
Top 25% of Top Ranked Club Team Roster Type Players
State Wide High School All-State Type Players
Lower Div 1 - Upper Div 2
Bubble Tier US ODP Regional Team Players
Bubble Tier Development Academy Players
Next 50% of Top Ranked Club Team Roster Type Players
4 year High School starters
High School All-Conference Players Type Players
Lower Div 2 - Upper Div 3
Bottom 25% of Top Ranked Club Team Roster Type Players
Top 50% of Average B/C Club Team Roster Type Players
2 year High School starters
High School All-Conference Honorable Mention Type Players
Mid Div 3 Junior College
Bottom 50% of Average B/C Club Team Roster Type Players
2 year High School starters
Team specific honors
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Originally posted by Unregistered View PostMore like..
Top 25 Div 1
U17-20 US Youth National Team Players
Top tier US ODP Regional Team Players
Top tier Development Academy Players
USC High School All Americans
Gatorade Player of Year Type Players
Upper Div 1 - Mid Div 1
U15 US Youth National Pool Players
Mid Tier US ODP Regional Pool Players
Mid Tier Development Academy Players
Top 25% of Top Ranked Club Team Roster Type Players
State Wide High School All-State Type Players
Lower Div 1 - Upper Div 2
Bubble Tier US ODP Regional Team Players
Bubble Tier Development Academy Players
Next 50% of Top Ranked Club Team Roster Type Players
4 year High School starters
High School All-Conference Players Type Players
Lower Div 2 - Upper Div 3
Bottom 25% of Top Ranked Club Team Roster Type Players
Top 50% of Average B/C Club Team Roster Type Players
2 year High School starters
High School All-Conference Honorable Mention Type Players
Mid Div 3 Junior College
Bottom 50% of Average B/C Club Team Roster Type Players
2 year High School starters
Team specific honors
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