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The Recruiting Playbook Podcast
Hosted by Coach Alan Nakamura · EN
Many young athletes dream about playing college sports on a scholarship - parents are all for that idea too!
So how do prospects get started in pursuing an athletic scholarship? What are college coaches looking for?
There are more opportunities out there than one might think - learn about the do's and don'ts and
hear about the college athletics recruiting process, directly from the coaches who do the connecting, evaluating, and offering, on "The Recruiting Playbook Podcast."
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International Recruiting
Jul 2, 202100:29:30Tap to summarizeCoach Xavier Lopez from Sacrament State Women's Basketball talks about recruiting players internationally on today's podcast.
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NCAA D1 Women's Basketball Coach Camille Williams Talks About Program Values, The Right Fit & Red Flags
May 14, 202100:34:36Tap to summarizeWhat are some red flags that might make a college recruiter hesitate in approaching a student-athlete? What are some things college athletic programs value and are you the right fit? In this episode of the Recruiting Playbook podcast, NCAA D1 Basketball Coach Camille Williams talks About Program Values, The Right Fit & Red Flags
Transcribe →NCAA D1 Head Women's Basketball Coach JD Gustin Interview
Feb 11, 202100:21:05Tap to summarizeCoach Alan Nakamura interviews NCAA D1 Dixie State Women's Basketball Head Coach JD Gustin. Coach Gustin offers his unique perspective regarding recruiting and shares some sound advice to recruits and parents of recruits.
Transcribe →How Important Are Academics? Part 3 & University of Wisconsin Soccer Coach Marisa Kresge Interview
Jan 2, 202100:33:59Tap to summarizeIn this final episode, Coach Alan continues his topic on the benefits of strong academic performance and University of Wisconsin-Madison's Assistant Women's Soccer Coach Marisa Kresge provides helpful insights on the role competitiveness plays in her recruiting process
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How Important Are Academics? Part 1 & Interview with Div. 1 UC Santa Barbara Head Women's Soccer Coach Paul Stumpf
Dec 5, 202000:33:52Tap to summarizeIn the first of a three part series, Coach Alan covers the topic of academics and Head Coach Paul Stumpf from Division 1 UC Santa Barbara Women's Soccer shares important insights regarding recruiting and how the academic piece can afford a student athlete greater opportunities.
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How Important Are Academics? Part 2_Learn About the Ivy League
Nov 25, 202000:30:58Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Coach Alan continues his topic on the benefits of strong academic performance and Columbia University Head Women's Basketball Coach Megan Griffith discusses recruiting and opportunities in the Ivy League.
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Evaluating Colleges Part 2_Coach Melyssa Lombardi NCAA D1 University of Oregon Softball
Nov 12, 202000:22:10Tap to summarize"How should I go about choosing a college?" Today's episode is Part 2, of a two-part series where Coach Alan shares 5 questions that a student-athlete should ask themselves as well as discuss with his/her parent(s) or guardian. These questions will help in evaluating which colleges or universities would be the right fit. And in our "View From the Bench" segment, NCAA Division 1 University of Oregon Head Softball Coach Melyssa Lombardi shares what she looks for in recruits as well as some important aspects athletes, in general, should consider.
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Evaluating Colleges Part 1_Coach Lamont Butler NAIA Trinity International College Football
Oct 11, 202000:19:05Tap to summarizeHow should I go about choosing a college? In today's episode, Coach Alan shares , in a two-part series, some practical tips on evaluating colleges and Head Football Coach Lamont Butler tells us how the NAIA differs from the NCAA in terms of recruiting athletes, athletic scholarships and level of competition.
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Why Should I Consider D3?_Coach Ed Mathey NCAA D3 North Central College Baseball
Sep 22, 202000:20:36Tap to summarizeWhat do D3 schools have to offer an athlete who wants to continue to play beyond high school? How is it different from the other divisions and is it a good fit for you and your future goals? In today's podcast, our "NCAA Breakdown" segment covers D3 and how this division differs from the other divisions. Then in our "View from The Bench", Coach Alan Nakamura interviews North Central College D3 Head Baseball Coach Ed Mathey about the advantages that come with playing at this level.
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Recruiting Video Tips_Coach Jimmy Kolaitis_NCAA D1 Arizona State University Softball
Sep 22, 202000:25:46Tap to summarizeRecruiting Videos - tips on how to catch the coach's eye and make him/her want to keep watching my video? In today's podcast, our "NCAA Breakdown" segment covers the tips on how to make your recruiting video stand out. Then in our "View from The Bench", Coach Alan Nakamura interviews Arizona State University NCAA Division 1 Assistant Coach Jimmy Kolaitis.
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