The NCAA strictly regulates when coaches can call recruits. But, recruits can initiate contact and call coaches at any time. It’s a good idea to take advantage of that, pick up the phone, and tell coaches who you are. Good communication with coaches is the single most important aspect of the recruiting process.
It’s a good idea to start calling coaches as a freshman. It may not be easy at first, but after a few calls you should be pretty good at talking to coaches.
1. Be enthusiastic and engaged.
2. Before you call, it’s a good idea to practice.
3. Do your homework.
4. Be prepared.
5. Be ready to answer questions from the coach.
6. Be persistent.
A sample phone call script is below:
-"Hi Coach Moore, my name is Jill Smith and I'm a 2013 graduate from Chicago, IL. Can I get a minute of your time?
-"Great! Coach Moore, I'm very interested in learning more about your school. I received the questionnaire you sent me in November and wanted to follow-up with you to find out a little more about your 2013 recruiting needs."
Go into questions from your list.
Talk about something interesting or sport specific. For example, "I see that last season your team went undefeated, how is it looking so far this year?"
Before you end a call, always thank the coach for his/her time and inform them that you are looking forward to speaking with them in the near future