By Jeremy Tiers, Vice President of Admissions Services2 minute readLove them or hate them, phone calls absolutely still need to be a part of your student recruitment communications strategy as we enter 2025.You might be saying, “Why Jeremy? Nobody answers their phone.”That part of …
The Coach Who Did It All (Until It Almost Broke Them)
by Mandy Green, Busy CoachI worked with a coach — let’s call him Coach Smith — who prided himself on his tireless work ethic. He handled everything: 95% of the recruiting, team management & logistics, practice planning, and more. He rarely delegated because he believed no one else could do …
Key Insights from the NFCA Convention: Addressing Challenges in Non-Division I Softball Recruiting
by Grant Mollring, Tudor Collegiate StrategiesThe NFCA Convention in Dallas brought together softball coaches and recruiting professionals to discuss the ever-evolving landscape of college recruiting. As we spoke with colleagues and clients, several recurring themes emerged—highlighting the …
How To Write Better Email Subject Lines
By Jeremy Tiers, Vice President of Admissions Services2 minute readAccording to our latest Tudor Collegiate Strategies data, 27.1% of students say the subject line is the number one thing that got them to stop and open a college related email. It makes sense because, along with the sender, …
Systems: The Backbone of a Thriving Program
by Mandy Green, Busy CoachWhat if your coaching staff could operate without relying on you for every decision, every task, and every little thing?Here’s the truth: a successful program is only as effective as the systems supporting it. Without structure, you end up acting as the referee, …