by Tyler Brandt, National Recruiting CoordinatorOne of the most difficult things to do in wrestling is beat a good leg rider! The history of wrestling has proven that when you're really good (I mean exceptionally good) at using the legs to score you become a formidable opponent. I think there …
Airport Restrooms, and What They Teach Coaches About Recruiting
As a frequent flyer, I have visited my share of airport restrooms.It's one of the worst parts of flying, to be honest. Bathrooms don't smell good, they are usually in need to some cleaning, they're crowded, and sometimes just plain weird (if we ever meet, ask me about the time I walked into a …
Two Critical Money Questions Your Prospects Are Asking
We published an overview of some central questions most of us - including your prospects, and their parents - ask as we're getting ready to buy something, whether it's a new car or a college education. (Click here if you need to re-read that article)There are two more critical questions that we …
Featured Series: The ‘Miracle’ Behind Herb Brooks’s Miracle On Ice
by Charlie Adams, StokeTheFireWithin.comBefore becoming the 1980 US Olympic hockey coach, Herb Brooks was head hockey coach at the University of Minnesota from 1972-79. They were last place in the Conference when he took over and winners of 3 NCAA championships in the seven years.Brooks was …
Three New Ways to Persuade Your Next Class of Prospects
You've scouted your recruit. You've made contact with your recruit.Now, you want to begin selling your recruit on the idea of coming to play for you and your program.And that involves persuasion.Persuasion isn't the act of "tricking" someone, and it doesn't mean twisting their arm until …