June 15 Rule — Don't Miss It
For most D1 sports, June 15 after sophomore year is the first date a coach can call, text, or DM directly. Be ready before that date — not scrambling after it.
Build Your Outreach List Now
Don't wait for coaches to find you. Build a target list of 40–60 schools across all Division levels and send personalized emails. Generic emails get deleted. Personalized ones get callbacks.
Highlight Film Quality Is Everything
Coaches decide in the first 60 seconds. Best plays in the first 90 seconds. Under 4 minutes total. No heavy effects. Coaches want to evaluate ability — not watch a movie trailer.
Sophomore Year Checklist
- 01Build a targeted list of 40–60 schools at all Division levels
- 02Send personalized outreach emails starting spring semester
- 03Edit highlight film — best plays first 90 seconds, under 4 minutes
- 04Register for and attend camps at top target schools
- 05Take unofficial visits to 4–8 schools — go when school is in session
- 06Verify you're on track for 10 core courses before senior year
- 07Audit every social media account — remove anything that could raise a flag
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SOPHOMORE YEAR IS WHEN FAMILIES FALL BEHIND
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