Weird!
Recruiting Horror Story: Violation of Privacy
By Brendan O'Shea|February 28, 2023
*Names have been changed to preserve anonymity Sophia was a rising senior basketball player, looking forward to the recruiting process as well as the perfect college that would fit her...
Ask Away!
Want to Play College Sports? 10 Questions to Ask During Your Recruiting Process
By 2aDays Staff|February 28, 2023
Getting recruited is a saga: you'll get mail, emails, and phone calls pouring in from different universities and colleges all trying to persuade you to come to their school. While...
Follow Me!
4 Ways Social Media Can Impact Your Recruiting Process (For Better or Worse)
By Simmone Collins|February 23, 2023
Follow me! Not to the courts, not to the field…right here online. Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Tik Tok, you name it. We hear this all the time. And usually, we keep...
Stay Focused!
Having Trouble Trusting the Process? 5 Tips on Staying Disciplined as a Recruit
By Kelly Wick|February 21, 2023
In a highly competitive field like college sports, it is easy to become discouraged during the recruiting process–there are many factors that go into choosing the right college and even...
Stand Out!
Want to Get Recruited? 4 Tips to Get on a Coach’s Radar
By 2aDays Staff|February 17, 2023
One of the most significant problems plaguing many high school athletes looking to compete in college is getting themselves recognized by prospective college coaches. Even if you have the talent...
Be Social!
8 Ways to Use Social Media Strategically in Your Recruiting Process
By Kelly Wick|February 9, 2023
It's no secret that social media plays a big role in today's world and college athletes are no exception. Social media can be a great tool for college athlete recruiting–it...
Be Curious!
4 Questions Parents Should Ask College Coaches During the Recruiting Process
By Kelly Wick|February 8, 2023
The recruiting process is hard on recruits, but it can also be daunting for parents. You ultimately want your child to be independent and make their own choices about schools...
Life of the Party?
Recruiting Horror Story: I Was Ditched For A Party
By Madeleine Lundberg|February 7, 2023
Come back every Tuesday for Recruiting Horror Stories™, athletes' first-hand stories on what can go wrong during the recruiting process. For Katelyn*, the thought of spending the night at a...
Ouch!
What if I’m Injured During the Recruiting Process? 5 Former College Athletes Weigh In
By 2aDays Staff|February 3, 2023
Having an injury while going through the recruiting process can be scary as well as frustrating. At 2aDays, our job is to give you as much information as possible so...
Pro Tips!
Athlete Interview: Former NFL Player Jerome Bettis’s Tips For the Recruiting Process and a Healthy Lifestyle
By Keirsten Sires|February 2, 2023
Come back every Thursday for Athlete Interviews on college recruiting and advice. Jerome Bettis, nicknamed “The Bus,” is a former American football halfback who played for the Los Angeles Rams/St....
Find Your Balance!
The Student/Athlete Balance: Where DI, DII, and DIII Differ
By Chandler Frumin|January 31, 2023
As a recruit, it's easy to get caught up in honing your athletic skills and letting academics go to the wayside. But avoid that temptation–the NCAA sets academic standards so...
On a Mission!
5 Tips For Writing a Recruiting Mission Statement That Can Help You Land Your Dream School
By Michael Pizzuti|January 30, 2023
When college coaches evaluate recruiting prospects, they look for strong students who meet or exceed their eligibility and admissions standards. They also search for direct-impact athletes who thrive at their...
Get Noticed!
The 4 Pillars Of a Recruitable Athlete
By 2aDays Staff|January 26, 2023
Every college coach seeks different qualities or attributes in their recruits, whether it be athletic, academic, or a specific psychological trait. These characteristics vary from coach to coach depending on...
The Ultimate Betrayal
Recruiting Horror Stories: A Backstabbing Coach Ruined My Recruiting Process
By Daesha Harper|January 24, 2023
Come back every Tuesday for Recruiting Horror Stories™, athletes' first-hand stories on what can go wrong during the recruiting process. Have you ever had a coach who constantly talks badly...
Get Ahead of the Game!
20 Tips You Can’t Miss to Help You Get Ahead in Your Recruiting Process
By Keirsten Sires|January 19, 2023
The recruiting process is tough, but by starting early, you can enjoy the experience more–you will be prepared to communicate with the coaches and team members, plus the excitement will...
