With over 500 wins in his nearly-20-year coaching career, Georgetown College softball coach Thomas Thornton knows how to get results. If you're in the middle of your recruiting process, here's how you can take Coach Thornton's experience and put it to good use. 

What is the most important quality you look for in a recruit? 

Attitude. How they play, handle themselves, treat those around them, and their coachability.

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What is the best way for a recruit to get on your radar?

Personal contact. Show an interest in my school.

When should an athlete contact you, what is the best way? (age, grade, time of year, email, phone, or other)

During their sophomore year by any way they can.

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What are your expectations for incoming players in the classroom, in the weight room, and on the field?

To be successful in all. Compete and get better each day in all.

What are the do's and don'ts of being recruited?

Do not assume that you will be found by the coach you want to play for. Get your name out there. 

What is the best advice you can offer a recruit?

Be coachable. Take criticism and advice from those coaches you come in contact with. 

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What are the main do's and don'ts for a recruit's highlight tape?

Be brief and highlight your skill set. No game footage.

When do you recommend recruits put together and share their highlight reels? Is it best to make their highlight reel during the offseason, in the middle of season, or after each game?

Off season.

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* Originally published on March 6, 2023, by 2aDays Staff