RECRUITING TIPS- WHAT ARE THE MAJOR RECRUITING MISTAKES THAT STUDENT-ATHLETES AND FAMILIES MAKE?

D2 REQUIREMENTS

Complete 16 core courses:

Three years of English.

Two years of math (Algebra 1 or higher).

Two years of natural or physical science (including one year of lab science if your high school offers it).

Three additional years of English, math or natural or physical science

Two years of social science

Four additional years of English, math, natural or physical science, social science, foreign language, comparative religion or philosophy

Earn at least a 2.0 GPA in your core courses.

Earn an SAT combined score of 820 or an ACT sum score of 68

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RECRUITING TIPS- WHAT ARE THE MAJOR RECRUITING MISTAKES THAT STUDENT-ATHLETES AND FAMILIES MAKE?

D3 REQUIREMENTS

If you are going to compete at the NCAA DIII level you do not need to register with the NCAA. The NCAA has no academic requirements for DIII athletes. Each university sets their own academic standards for student-athletes and financial aid. It is best to contact the coaches at the DIII universities you are interested and get the standards from them.

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RECRUITING TIPS- WHAT ARE THE MAJOR RECRUITING MISTAKES THAT STUDENT-ATHLETES AND FAMILIES MAKE?

 NAIA REQUIREMENT 

    1.  A minimum score of 18 on the Act or 860 on the SAT

2.  An overall high school grade point average of 2.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale

3.  Graduate in the upper half of the student’s high school graduating class.

4.  Must meet two out of the three above requirements

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RECRUITING TIPS- WHAT ARE THE MAJOR RECRUITING MISTAKES THAT STUDENT-ATHLETES AND FAMILIES MAKE?

WHAT ARE THE MAJOR RECRUITING MISTAKES THAT STUDENT-ATHLETES AND FAMILIES MAKE?

MISTAKE #4- WAIT UNTIL IT’S TOO LATE FOR SOMETHING TO HAPPEN

Many student-athletes wait until they are physical, emotionally, and mentally ready to be a serious college prospect.  This usually happens during the end of Junior Year or during Senior Year.  The problem is, by waiting until this late in the recruiting game you are limiting your opportunities.  The earlier you start the process, the more success you will have. Your window of opportunity closes with every game you play.  Student-athletes start the process too late and end up making a rushed decision. Start researching schools as early as possible and make the first contact with college coaches early.  Just get your name in their pipeline! 

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WHAT ARE THE MAJOR RECRUITING MISTAKES THAT STUDENT-ATHLETES AND FAMILIES MAKE?

WHAT ARE THE MAJOR RECRUITING MISTAKES THAT STUDENT-ATHLETES AND FAMILIES MAKE?

MISTAKE #5- UNDERESTIMATE YOUR COLLEGE POTENTIAL

Maybe you assume you will only play if someone recruits you?  Or maybe someone told you that if you are good enough coaches will find you.  Student-athletes underestimate their ability, and they think they would not be capable of playing in college and they don't even try to communicate with coaches.  You don't have to be the best player in your league or even on your team to get recruited.  Scholarship talent is usually noticed, but not always. Don't be shy about your ability, or about calling attention to it and your aspirations.

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RECRUITING TIPS-WHAT DOES A CAMP INVITE MEAN?

WHAT DOES A CAMP INVITE MEAN?

While some colleges honestly use camps as a way to recruit athletes, most college coaches primarily use camps in order to generate revenue.  They will invite hundreds of players to attend.  They might even call the camp an 'elite' or 'invite-only' camp.  If 300 players are 'invited' to pay $500 each for camp, they will make $150,000 in just a few days!  They may have only one roster spot available, but they’ll invite as many players as possible to generate more revenue.  Camps are not all evil.  Just make sure you understand what a camp invite means and make sure you are targeting camps that make sense for you and your recruiting situation.



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RECRUITING TIPS- WHAT ARE THE MAJOR RECRUITING MISTAKES THAT STUDENT-ATHLETES AND FAMILIES MAKE?

WHAT ARE THE MAJOR RECRUITING MISTAKES THAT STUDENT-ATHLETES AND FAMILIES MAKE?

MISTAKE #6- EXPECT SOMEONE ELSE TO GET YOU RECRUITED

Although many athletes play for a high-profile high school, families are on their own to figure out the best way to get recruited or land a scholarship.  Do not just rely on your coaches; they have full-time jobs, families and are paid very little to coach you, let alone help you and every other student-athletes get recruited and save money on college.  Parents and student-athletes often receive help and encouragement from people who know very little about the recruiting process and little about college athletics.  Listen to the right people and do your own homework. Also, beware of any agendas someone else might have when giving you advice.

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RECRUITING TIPS- WHAT ARE THE MAJOR RECRUITING MISTAKES THAT STUDENT-ATHLETES AND FAMILIES MAKE?

MISTAKE #7- NOT UNDERSTAND THE SCHOLARSHIP AND FINANCIAL AID PROCESS

RECRUITING TIPS- WHAT ARE THE MAJOR RECRUITING MISTAKES THAT STUDENT-ATHLETES AND FAMILIES MAKE?

As the emergence of camps, showcases, and private instruction takes on a new and more important role, many families feel that they need the scholarship to justify the time and expense they have already put into athletics.  Parents and student-athletes often feel anything less than an athletic scholarship to a Division I program is unacceptable.  Don't be foolish; remember you are going to college to receive a college degree and play the sport you love.  Parents and student-athletes also don't realize how rare a full scholarship is. Aside from Division I football powerhouses, most scholarships issued to players are partial scholarships.  Understand that a lot of times, a grant, and aid package from a non-scholarship school is more lucrative than one with athletic aid.  The scholarship and financial aid process are complicated and in addition to athletic aid, it involves academic aid, family need aid, leverage aid, and other types of aid.  The more you understand how the process works, the more money you can save.

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RECRUITING TIPS- BAD GRADES WON’T MATTER IF YOUR TALENT IS GOOD ENOUGH

RECRUITING TIPS- BAD GRADES WON’T MATTER IF YOUR TALENT IS GOOD ENOUGH

If you are one of the best student-athletes in the nation, then part of this statement is true.  However, grades are such an important factor in the recruiting process.  Grades are a huge part of financial aid, scholarship packaging, and athlete retention.  Most coaches won't invest their time and money recruiting a student-athlete who may not be admitted into their school or is going to fail out or become academically ineligible.  If you don't have a 2.5 GPA or higher, over 50% of college programs won't be able to get you past the admissions office.  Grades are becoming the single most important factor in recruiting. Admissions and administration offices are putting more pressure on athletic departments to recruit student-athletes that succeed once they get into school.  Sure you may be ‘eligible’ to be recruited with poor grades, but many schools are not going to recruit you.

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'19 DIAMOND PROSPECT SPOTLIGHT: Justin Pelic (@JustinPelic ) Wando Mt. Pleasant, SC

'19 JUSTIN PELIC LB 6'0 205

From

Wando, Mt. Pleasant, SC

He is a Diamond In The Rough football player that will soon be noticed by many college football coaches. REMEMBER WHERE YOU HEARD IT 1ST! 

Wando's  prospect Justin Pelic (@JustinPelic )  (6'0 205 4. GPA PSAT 1520). Justin may be the one prospects  (if not the entire State of  South Carolina) with the highest ceiling of all the outstanding prospects. He is being slept on by many colleges! Takes great angles of the ball. NEVER STOPS HUSTLING. Has an uncanny ability to read and react. Possesses deceptive pass coverage skills. Very strong in his upper body and dominates at the point of attack. 

Hits the gap with audacity and a kamikaze type of style. Fearlessly sacrifices his body on every snap, which usually means trouble for the opposition. Will get to the QB or ball carrier at all cost. Has a fast game and a refuse to be blocked attitude. Does not ever show up and relentless at the point of attack. His stock has risen tremendously.  Seventh in the state of South Carolina in tackles.

Jr. Stats: 

4.6 40yd

300 Bench

32 Vertical

Defense

154 Tackle

Justin's Radio Interview

Justin's highlight film: http://www.hudl.com/v/28ND38

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'19 DIAMOND PROSPECT SPOTLIGHT: Emmanuel Michel (@emanmichel4) Archer Lawrenceville, GA

'19 EMMANUEL MICHEL LB 5'10 215

From

Archer, Lawrenceville, GA

He is a Diamond In The Rough football player that will soon be noticed by many college football coaches. REMEMBER WHERE YOU HEARD IT 1ST! 

Archer's  prospect Emmanuel Michel @emanmichel4  (5'11 215 3.8 GPA SAT 1120). Michel may be the one prospects in all of Atlanta (if not the entire State of Georgia) with the highest ceiling of all the outstanding prospects. He is being slept on by many colleges! A true sideline-to-sideline guy who has an endless motor. Very athletic and impactful at the point of attack!

A rocky presence on the outside who take great angles to the ball. The leader of the defense. Dominates at the point of attack. A HARD HITTER. Has a strong nose for the ball and keeps his feet moving to not be outmaneuvered by shifty and agile running backs. He can backpedal and drop back into pass coverage and make special things happen there. Micheal can play in the middle as well and be just as effective. One of the talented prospects in Atlanta area that is being slept on.

Jr. Stats: 

4.5 40yd

330 Bench

34.3 Vertical

Defense

6 Sacks

9 Tackles For Loss

104 Tackle

Offense
7 TD'S
78 carries
525 yds

Michel's highlight film: http://www.hudl.com/v/28ND38

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DITRFR Presents Football Recruiting 101 For Parents Webinar Oct 4, 2017 7:00 EDT

TOPICS

When does the football recruiting process start?
Academics
Best football camps to attend.
What should freshman, sophomores, juniors be doing now?
Recruiting services are they worth it?
How to gauge real interest from college programs?
Does your senior year matter?
How do I get my son recruited?
What is a prospect vs suspect?
What do college coaches look for?
Difference between FCS and FBS recruiting D2, D3, NAIA
The difference between “press” camps and “college” camps.
The difference between camps and showcases?
What is a recruiting board?
2 types of players in recruiting
Speed and agility training
How to know your real 40 times?
Does where you play in HS matter?
The media
Social Media
Q & A

To find the answer to these questions and more join us.
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'18 DIAMOND PROSPECT SPOTLIGHT: Eric McGlown (@901mojayy ) #ATH #St.Benedict at Auburndale Cordova, TN

'18 ERIC MCGLOWN ATH 6'0" 245

From

St. Benedict at Auburndale in Cordova, TN

He is a Diamond In The Rough football player that will soon be noticed by many college football coaches. REMEMBER WHERE YOU HEARD IT 1ST! 

St. Benedict at Auburndale's prospect Eric McGlown (@901mojayy)  (6'0" 245 3.0 GPA). McGlown is a prospect with a large size that can move the pile backward. He is strong in his upper body and has good balance. Constantly penetrates the line of scrimmage. Moves pretty well laterally and knows where to locate the ball. Clogs up holes and influences busted offensive plays. A strong senior season could elevate his stock.

McGlown's highlight film: http://www.hudl.com/video/3/7774540/5817824b688ec4c950ba1418

'18 DIAMOND PROSPECT SPOTLIGHT: Cam Jones (@KingCam_1) #ATH #St.Benedict at Auburndale Cordova, TN

'18 CAM JONES ATH 6'3 215

From

St. Benedict at Auburndale in Cordova, TN

He is a Diamond In The Rough football player that will soon be noticed by many college football coaches. REMEMBER WHERE YOU HEARD IT 1ST! 

  St. Benedict at Auburndale's  prospect Cam Jones @KingCam_1  (6'3 215 3.0 GPA). Jones may be the one prospects in all of Memphis (if not the entire State of Tennessee) with the highest ceiling of all the outstanding prospects. He is being slept on by many colleges! A true sideline-to-sideline guy who has an endless motor. Very athletic and impactful at the point of attack! 

Everything as far as measurable, this prospect features prototype size, long arms, huge hands, straight line speed, and good speed off of the edge. Chasing down fast ball carriers is not a tedious task for him. In addition, Cam has a great leading ability and in-game jumping skills.

Jr. Stats: 
4.5 40yd
330 Bench
500 Squat
35.5 Vertical

Offense

716 Yards Receiving

7 Receiving TD's

421 Yards Rushing

5 Rushing TD's

Defense

16 Sacks

27 Tackles For Loss

63 Tackles

2  Interceptions

3 Forced Fumbles

Jone's highlight film: http://www.hudl.com/video/3/7774479/586dae7a3deaaa10d48252a7

Diamond Memphis Mega Showcase

If you are or know a High School Football Player that what's a chance to play College Football please send them this flyer and get them in touch with us. We pride ourselves self on going that extra miles to help get high school student-athletes a look by College Coaches.  We are running a Football Showcase on February 18, 2017, and will send the film and player profiles of everyone that attends to all  D2, D3 and NAIA School. We will go that extra miles for you to get a look and an opportunity. 

Register today spots are limited 

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'17 AFCA CONVENTION

I'm looking forward to seeing all of my college coaches this coming weekend at the AFCA convention in Nashville, TN. Do we've have your film to take to the convention? A lot of scouting or recruiting service will not be there. No matter what level you are playing 1A, 2A, 3A, 4A, 5A, 6A, etc times have changed. You need to get to camps & showcases early in your high school career and get your film out. You wait until the junior to senior year you are running way behind. To register for the diamond showcases visit our website at www.ditrfr.com

RECRUITING TIPS- BAD GRADES WON’T MATTER IF YOUR TALENT IS GOOD ENOUGH

RECRUITING TIPS- BAD GRADES WON’T MATTER IF YOUR TALENT IS GOOD ENOUGH

If you are one of the best student-athletes in the nation, then part of this statement is true.  However, grades are such an important factor in the recruiting process.  Grades are a huge part of financial aid, scholarship packaging, and athlete retention.  Most coaches won't invest their time and money recruiting an student-athlete who may not be admitted into their school or is going to fail out or become academically ineligible.  If you don't have a 2.5 GPA or higher, over 50% of college programs won't be able to get you past the admissions office.  Grades are becoming the single most important factor in recruiting. Admissions and administration offices are putting more pressure on athletic departments to recruit student-athletes that succeed once they get into school.  Sure you may be ‘eligible’ to be recruited with poor grades, but many schools are not going to recruit you.

RECRUITING TIPS- WHAT ARE THE MAJOR RECRUITING MISTAKES THAT STUDENT-ATHLETES AND FAMILIES MAKE?

RECRUITING TIPS- WHAT ARE THE MAJOR RECRUITING MISTAKES THAT STUDENT-ATHLETES AND FAMILIES MAKE?

MISTAKE #7- NOT UNDERSTAND THE SCHOLARSHIP AND FINANCIAL AID PROCESS

As the emergence of camps, showcases and private instruction takes on a new and more important role, many families feel that they need a scholarship to justify the time and expense they have already put into athletics.  Parents and student-athletes often feel anything less than an athletic scholarship to a Division I program is unacceptable.  Don't be foolish; remember you are going to college to receive a college degree and play the sport you love.  Parents and student-athletes also don't realize how rare a full scholarship is. Aside of Division I football powerhouses, most scholarships issued to players are partial scholarships.  Understand that a lot of times, a grant and aid package from a non-scholarship school is more lucrative than one with athletic aid.  The scholarship and financial aid process is complicated and in addition to athletic aid it involves academic aid, family need aid, leverage aid, and other types of aid.  The more you understand how the process works, the more money you can save.

RECRUITING TIPS- WHAT ARE THE MAJOR RECRUITING MISTAKES THAT STUDENT-ATHLETES AND FAMILIES MAKE?

WHAT ARE THE MAJOR RECRUITING MISTAKES THAT STUDENT-ATHLETES AND FAMILIES MAKE?

MISTAKE #6- EXPECT SOMEONE ELSE TO GET YOU RECRUITED

Although many athletes play for a high-profile high school, families are on their own to figure out the best way to get recruited or land a scholarship.  Do not just rely on your coaches; they have full time jobs, families and are paid very little to coach you, let alone help you and every other student-athletes get recruited and save money on college.  Parents and student-athletes often receive help and encouragement from people who know very little about the recruiting process and little about college athletics.  Listen to the right people and do your own homework. Also, beware of any agendas someone else might have when giving you advice.