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Thoughts on the State of NCAA Soccer Recruitment from a College Coach
As an American soccer parent, I do worry about opportunities for my kids.I understand the concerns brought up in this X post.And yes, 22-year-old freshmen from top European academies are a unique issue in NCAA soccer.I get it.
The path to the top is muddled.
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Creighton University: An inside look at NCAA Men’s Soccer’s most data-driven team - 2023 Advent Calendar Series
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A brief quote taken from The Athletic’s interview of Los Angeles Chargers coach, Brandon Staley, struck Ian Sarachan and Aidan Reynolds.
Assistant coaches for Creighton University in the American NCAA, the long-time friends latched onto the line and created a theme.
The math should matter, especially for this Creighton team. In an NCAA soccer scene that has been a slow adapter to data analytics, the Creighton coaching staff found their secret weapon. Head coach Johnny Torres wanted something different, something that connected to his love of attacking football and high pressing.
Investing in data analytics was the answer, both for the coaches and the players. “We really wanted to grow the minds of our players. To do that, we motivated them in so many different ways, and a lot of it was through the use of data,” said Reynolds.
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11 Steps to Create Your 20 School Universe
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When searching for college athletics programs, one common error I've seen is that potential student-athletes feel the need to maximize their option... -
College Contact Day – The Start of the Process, Not the End
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Breathe.
You heard me, class of 2024 soccer players and parents.
Take a deep breath and put College Contact Day into context.
June 15th is the earliest college coaches can contact rising juniors. Some of you will inevitably receive a call or email. Odds are you know the coach, have attended one of their camps, or are a nationally recognized player.
For those of you who were contacted, congratulations! This is merely the start of the college recruitment process.
For those who didn’t…take another deep breath.
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The Day Pfeiffer Played Clemson - NCAA D2 Men's Soccer Data Analysis
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What can the NCAA Division 2 Men's Soccer College Cup tell us about the average D2 roster? Lots. Using data from the tournament, this article shows the NCAA D2 Men's Soccer roster, positional, and class trends. This article is a recruitment tool to educate high school students on the realities of the collegiate game.
