by Dan Christensen, Tudor Collegiate StrategiesRecruiting is only getting harder and harder.There are less kids going to college. And more options are out there for high school athletes other than just going right to playing college sports.Sometimes strictly recruiting in your region …
How to Know When They’re Really Saying “No”
by Dan Christensen, Tudor Collegiate StrategiesSay “no”? But, we want them to say “yes”, Dan!I know. I know.But, the reality is the majority of the recruits you talk to throughout the process are going to say no.If you’re a soccer coach looking to bring in eight new players, you …
3 Ways the Holidays Can Strengthen Your Social Strategy
by Jayson Schmidt, PreseasonThe holidays are the most competitive time of the year for brands (and athletic programs) looking to be heard. Traditionally, people are on social media at a higher percentage over the holidays, adding to the noise and pressures we find in the real world. Though …
Set the Stage to Hear a Yes When You Ask For Their Commitment
by Greg Carroll, Tudor Collegiate StrategiesOver the past month I was on three different campuses doing workshops. It was great being on those campuses, interacting with staff, meeting new people, and talking about recruiting. During those workshops we cover a ton of topics including how and …
The Recruits You Lose Can Tell You the Most!
by Greg Carroll, Tudor Collegiate StrategiesAfter an absolutely crazy month of coast to coast travel visiting client departments and programs, I thought last week presented a window of opportunity to take a few days of downtime. Not completely off from working with clients but a little less …