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No Scholarship, No Problem: What it Means to Be a Walk-On
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No Scholarship, No Problem: What it Means to Be a Walk-On

By Owen Roche|June 6, 2023

Just because an athlete doesn't receive an athletic scholarship doesn't mean that the dream of playing their sport at the next level is over. Athletes who aren't awarded athletic scholarships...

Recruiting, Knowledge, and Fundamentals: The Name of the Game With Lipscomb’s Baseball Head Coach Jeff Forehand
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Recruiting, Knowledge, and Fundamentals: The Name of the Game With Lipscomb’s Baseball Head Coach Jeff Forehand

By Prospect Blueprint|June 5, 2023

Post By: Scott Abramson Jeff Forehand, Head Coach of Lipscomb's Baseball program, is experienced with over 600 wins, conference titles, elite players that have gone on to play in the...

5 Reasons to Commit to a School Other Than Scholarship Offers
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5 Reasons to Commit to a School Other Than Scholarship Offers

By Amanda Fassold|May 26, 2023

As a college athlete, the decision to choose a school can be a daunting one. While scholarships are often a significant factor in the decision-making process, there are many other...

DIY College Sports Recruiting Guide for High School Athletes, Parents & Coaches
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DIY College Sports Recruiting Guide for High School Athletes, Parents & Coaches

By Brittany Collens|May 24, 2023

College sports recruiting is competitive and confusing. Our step-by-step guide to college recruiting will help you do it yourself and find your best college fit. You will get everything from what questions to ask coaches to how to get noticed and what coaches are looking for in highlight reels.

Delta College Pitching Coach CJ Whalen Throws Fastballs with Advice on How to Play Division 1 Baseball
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Delta College Pitching Coach CJ Whalen Throws Fastballs with Advice on How to Play Division 1 Baseball

By Prospect Blueprint|May 24, 2023

Post By: Scott Abramson CJ Whalen, pitching coach for the Delta College Mustangs is clearly doing something right as his pitchers are number one in strikeouts and top five in...

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Recruiting Horror Story: Don’t Party Too Hard!
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Recruiting Horror Story: Don’t Party Too Hard!

By Jason Zielinski|May 23, 2023

This athlete wanted to remain anonymous because his Recruiting Horror Story was very embarrassing for him personally, and does not want people to know his identity. However, it teaches a...

11 Recruiting Questions With Former Southeastern Louisiana University Track & Field Coach Corey Mistretta
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11 Recruiting Questions With Former Southeastern Louisiana University Track & Field Coach Corey Mistretta

By 2aDays Staff|May 22, 2023

Track coach Corey Mistretta might be coaching at the high school level now, but he's certainly played the recruiter role a time or two. A former head track & field...

Gardner Webb University’s Jim Chester Talks Exclusive Advice for Baseball Success
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Gardner Webb University’s Jim Chester Talks Exclusive Advice for Baseball Success

By Prospect Blueprint|May 17, 2023

Post By: Scott Abramson Jim Chester, current head coach of Gardner-Webb's impressive 26-win baseball program shares this exclusive advice and more for current and future college baseball players to flourish...

Recruiting Horror Story: My Host Threw Up on Me
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Recruiting Horror Story: My Host Threw Up on Me

By Katie Dudley|May 16, 2023

Recruiting trips are arguably the most fun part of the recruiting process as far as visiting D1 schools are concerned–everything is paid for, the coaches and teams are trying to...

Want to Speed Up Your Recruiting Process? 8 Recruiting Questions With Retired Dartmouth College Track & Field Coach Barry Harwick
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Want to Speed Up Your Recruiting Process? 8 Recruiting Questions With Retired Dartmouth College Track & Field Coach Barry Harwick

By 2aDays Staff|May 15, 2023

A Dartmouth alum himself, Barry Harwick accomplished a lot in his 28 seasons with Dartmouth athletes. Coach Harwick has led 10 cross country teams to NCAA nationals, coached numerous All-Americans,...

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Behind Every Athlete: The Vital Role of Supportive Moms in Athletics
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Behind Every Athlete: The Vital Role of Supportive Moms in Athletics

By Kelly Wick|May 12, 2023

Mothers are often the unsung heroes in the world of sports. While athletes are often celebrated for their achievements, it's important not to overlook the critical role that supportive moms...

Houston Astros Scout Jim Stevenson Shares All Secrets to Go Pro!
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Houston Astros Scout Jim Stevenson Shares All Secrets to Go Pro!

By Prospect Blueprint|May 10, 2023

Post By: Scott Abramson Jim Stevenson, a world champion scout for the Houston Astros, shares his secrets, successes, and experiences with Rick Dempsey and Kelly K on this podcast episode...

Recruiting Horror Story: A Recruiting Visit Gone Wrong
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Recruiting Horror Story: A Recruiting Visit Gone Wrong

By Colby Hall|May 9, 2023

Upon returning home from a lacrosse tournament in the late fall of my sophomore year, my club lacrosse coach gave me a phone number with a note instructing me to...

11 Recruiting Questions With Haverford College Head Softball Coach Kate Gatti
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11 Recruiting Questions With Haverford College Head Softball Coach Kate Gatti

By 2aDays Staff|May 8, 2023

Kate Gatti (nee: Poppe) has been at the helm of the Haverford College softball team since 2019 and in her first two seasons, she's made it to the Centennial Conference...

Feeling Burned? 3 Lessons Rejection Teaches Athletes in the Recruiting Process
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Feeling Burned? 3 Lessons Rejection Teaches Athletes in the Recruiting Process

By Ryan Wiley|May 4, 2023

Rejection is an unfortunate part of the recruiting process. The inadequate feelings of not being enough to attend a good athletic program can stop motivation in its tracks. However, as...

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Brains and Brawn: 3 Academic Attributes Recruits Should Consider When Choosing a School
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Brains and Brawn: 3 Academic Attributes Recruits Should Consider When Choosing a School

By Bella Nevin|May 4, 2023

When getting recruited, it is easy to fall into how much a coach is interested in you and forget that unless you are planning on going pro, the academic part...

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