The recruiting process can be tricky, especially when it comes to finally deciding where to commit. Rebecca Kessler, a soccer goalkeeper committed to Binghamton University, said: 

“The hardest part was ending it. It was such a long process that I started to get… comfortable with it, which made it very scary to end. When I was making my final decision, I was so worried about what opportunities I might miss out on or what else could come along. It made it hard to appreciate what I had.”

But, the most important thing is to trust your own judgment when visiting schools. The opinions of your friends and family members will start to weigh on you, but it's ultimately your decision, and where you feel like you belong is where you should commit. If you notice red flags when you meet coaches, trust your judgment! No matter what other opinions other people have of the school, if the coach or team gives off bad vibes, that's what matters. 

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* Originally published on February 17, 2022, by Daniel Kober