This is the Best Time to Start Your College Recruiting Process

2021-07-16T20:07:55+00:00

The recruiting timeline is a subject of great confusion. Rumors spread like wildfire, people make uninformed decisions, and it often results in frustration and disappointment. The rumor mill spawns myths like, “If it’s the spring of your junior year and you [Read More]

This is the Best Time to Start Your College Recruiting Process2021-07-16T20:07:55+00:00

College Recruiting Simplified

2021-07-16T20:11:15+00:00

Every prospect has an ideal college experience waiting for him or her. Identifying essential operatives that define your personal goal is half the battle. Self-awareness is an extremely powerful recruiting tool. Furthermore, growing an appreciation for what potentially appeals to you [Read More]

College Recruiting Simplified2021-07-16T20:11:15+00:00

College Recruiting During Adverse Times

2021-07-20T20:53:56+00:00

True champions are measured by how they respond when their backs are in the corner. In light of the Coronavirus pandemic, we all face seemingly insurmountable challenges ahead. This article offers hope and clarity to prospects and families to advance college [Read More]

College Recruiting During Adverse Times2021-07-20T20:53:56+00:00

You got a coach’s attention. Now what?

2021-07-16T21:00:15+00:00

CaptainU Live Episode 25: In this week’s episode, we talk about pushing your recruiting conversations forward, etiquette for following up, and how to find out where you stand with the schools you’re interested in.

Watch and learn:
1. How to take [Read More]

You got a coach’s attention. Now what?2021-07-16T21:00:15+00:00

College Football Recruiting Process

2021-07-16T17:41:27+00:00

Eric Lake spent some time with this CaptainU expert panel discussing the football recruiting process and what it’s like playing at the collegiate level:

  • Brendan Ryan: Div III Football Player, 4 year Colorado High School Football Coach, Coached in 2 State [Read More]
College Football Recruiting Process2021-07-16T17:41:27+00:00

How to Send an Effective Message to College Coaches

2021-07-16T17:04:51+00:00

CaptainU Live Episode 2: How to talk to college coaches

The hardest part is getting that first response: 

  1. Be proactive to maximize your exposure.
  2. Be confident but be natural to build rapport.
  3. Be responsive – always follow up!
  4. Be persistent [Read More]
How to Send an Effective Message to College Coaches2021-07-16T17:04:51+00:00

What You Need to Know About Social Media & College Recruiting

2021-07-20T21:58:22+00:00

Let’s face it – social media is intertwined in our daily lives. It connects us, it entertains us — but it can also have a negative effect on how people see us (such as a college coach).

When recruiting for [Read More]

What You Need to Know About Social Media & College Recruiting2021-07-20T21:58:22+00:00

Making Recruiting Progress at Home

2025-05-29T17:49:47+00:00

CaptainU Live Episode 1: Recruiting isn’t something that just ‘happens’ – you’ve got to be proactive to get recruited.

Making Recruiting Progress at Home with these 3 steps: 

  1. Identify what makes you stand out as a recruit.
  2. Build a list [Read More]
Making Recruiting Progress at Home2025-05-29T17:49:47+00:00

When to Start Your College Recruiting Process

2025-05-29T19:40:17+00:00

The college recruiting timeline is a subject of great confusion. Rumors spread like wildfire, people make uninformed decisions, and it often results in frustration and disappointment. The rumor mill spawns myths like, “If it’s the spring of [Read More]

When to Start Your College Recruiting Process2025-05-29T19:40:17+00:00

3 Crucial Steps to Getting Recruited

2025-05-29T19:40:19+00:00

Playing sports in college is a wonderful experience. It will enrich your time and leave you with life-long friends and memories. CaptainU strives to simplify the recruiting process and help you maximize your chances of winning a [Read More]

3 Crucial Steps to Getting Recruited2025-05-29T19:40:19+00:00