Recruiting Information

For Parents and Players

Young athletes are beginning the recruiting process earlier then ever, and collegiate coaches may start the search for talented players as early as a player’s freshman year. Colleges and Universities send scouts to the biggest tournaments nationally and regionally to seek out the top teams and players. By being a player at Dunes you will will receive this critical exposure. Coaches then have the task of sorting through hundreds of potential athletes who will be the right fit for for their program.

Players interested in playing in college should first work on both building the skill level to play at this elite level and being academically eligible. Players have a responsibility to make colleges aware of their interest in their program, and can do so by emailing coaches and filling out recruiting questionnaires on school websites . Players’ interest should be based on multiple factors such as: academics, location, and ability to name a few.  Don’t wait for colleges to come to you, it is your job to let coaches know you are interested in their program.

It is good to understand that there are multiple college divisions available to young athletes. Colleges and Universities are designated NCAA Division I, II, or III; there are also many options in NAIA or NJCAA. Depending on your ability and your college requirements one of these divisions may or may not be a better fit.

If you have more questions, feel free to contact our recruiting coordinators:

Rick Ashmore – rashmore@dunes.org

 Resources

NCAA Eligibility Center:

All future potential athletes should register with the NCAA eligibility center. In order to play at any NCAA Division I or II college/university you must register and be certified by the NCAA Eligibility Center. You must apply and be approved prior to your freshman year of college or you will not be allowed to be on the team or to accept any athletic scholarships. It is recommended to apply to the NCAA Eligibility Center before the end of your 11th grade school year. Final certification will come after graduation.

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Academic requirements quick reference >>

NCAA Recruiting Calendar

Sophomore Year

  • You may receive general brochures for camps and questionnaires from a university.
  • You may make phone calls (e-mails) to the university’s coach or staff.
  • The university’s coach or staff may not contact you personally.
  • No off-campus contact allowed by the university’s coach or staff.
  • No “official” visits to the college allowed. An official visit is any visit to a college paid for by the college.
  • Unlimited number of “unofficial” visits paid for by the parents or player. The university can provided up to three tickets to a sporting event during these visits.

Junior Year

  • You are eligible to receive formal recruiting materials after September 1.
  • You may make phone calls to the university’s coach or staff.
  • The university’s coach or staff may make one phone call to you during the month of March of your junior year.
  • The university’s coach or staff may make a maximum of one phone call a week to you after July 1 of your junior year.
  • The university’s coach or staff may meet with you once at your school during April of your junior year.
  • The university’s coach or staff may meet with you at any venue starting July 1 of your junior year.
  • No official visits are allowed.
  • Unlimited number of unofficial visits paid for by the parents or player. The university can provided up to three tickets to a sporting event during these visits.
  • Register for the NCAA Clearinghouse at http://web1.ncaa.org/eligibilitycenter/common/

Senior Year

  • You are eligible to receive formal recruiting materials at any time.
  • You may make phone calls to the university’s coach or staff.
  • The university’s coach or staff may make one phone call to you per week.
  • The university’s coach or staff may meet with you at any place or time.
  • Official visits to a college are allowed beginning the date school opens.
  • Official visits are limited to five universities total per athlete.
  • Unlimited number of unofficial visits paid for by the parents or player. The university can provided up to three tickets to a sporting event during these visits.
  • The university may come to your high school competitions and evaluate your play a maximum of seven times your senior year.
  • The university may make personal contact with you a maximum of three times during your senior year.