The Current Landscape of College Soccer Recruiting | What Student-Athletes & Families Need to Know

The college soccer recruiting landscape is changing rapidly — and understanding how it works today is critical for student-athletes and families navigating the process.

In this webinar, a former Division I and Division II head coach with 32 years of NCAA coaching experience breaks down the realities of modern college recruiting, including the transfer portal, scholarship limits, NIL, and what it truly takes to get recruited in today’s environment.

This session is designed to give athletes practical guidance, realistic expectations, and clear next steps — whether you’re a high school player, considering a post-graduate or gap year, or exploring transfer options.

Topics covered include:

The current state of Division I, II, and III college soccer recruiting

Why competition for roster spots is more intense than ever

How the transfer portal impacts high school recruits

Scholarship realities and roster limits explained

The growing role of international players and NIL opportunities

What college coaches actually look for in recruits

How to get noticed: exposure, communication, and timing

Recruiting timelines for freshmen through seniors

How highlight videos, emails, and follow-ups should be handled

When to consider post-grad programs, gap years, or alternative pathways

How physical, mental, and leadership development factor into recruitment

The presentation also introduces Access Sports Academy in Scottsdale, Arizona — an elite boarding school and development program offering high school, post-graduate, and gap year pathways designed to prepare student-athletes for college soccer and life beyond the field.

If you’re serious about playing college soccer, this webinar provides an honest, experience-based roadmap to help you make informed decisions and maximize your opportunities.

Have questions or want to learn more about Access Sports Academy?
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