Breaking the Line: The ECNL Podcast Navigating College Soccer Recruitment: Stand Out and Find Your Right Fit | Ep.96
Jun 19, 2024
Ashley Willis, Partnership Activation and Alumni Relations Manager for the ECNL, shares her expertise on navigating the college soccer recruitment landscape. She highlights critical differences between boys' and girls' recruiting and the importance of genuine passion for the game. Listeners gain insights on self-presentation, teamwork, and selecting the right college fit. Throughout the conversation, Willis stresses maintaining a healthy perspective on recruitment while focusing on long-term development and team success.
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Control What You Can
- Focus on what you can control during recruitment events, like your work rate and body language.
- It's not a single play but consistent character and effort that gets you noticed by coaches.
Find Your Unique Soccer Strength
- Being good at all skills is baseline; you must identify your superpower to stand out.
- Coaches look for players who bring unique qualities that change the game's dynamic.
Leverage Club-Coach Relationships
- Build strong relationships between club and college coaches to enhance recruiting opportunities.
- Stay consistent in training and behavior; coaches rely heavily on club feedback beyond just games.