Get Recruited - The Lacrosse Scholarship Playbook

Take Control of the Recruiting Process

Securing a lacrosse scholarship means navigating a fast-paced, competitive recruitment landscape shaped by evolving NCAA scholarship limits and recruiting calendars. Division I and II programs now operate with expanded roster and scholarship caps, providing more opportunities but also requiring proactive strategy from athletes and families. The journey demands more than athletic talent—it requires clear communication with coaches, effective showcasing of key skills, academic eligibility management, and savvy scholarship negotiation.

This comprehensive guide delivers a detailed, sport-specific roadmap from early prep through senior year to help athletes stand out in this crowded field. You will learn when and how to contact college coaches, create position-specific highlight videos that catch attention, and prepare for official visits with insightful questions. The guide also demystifies NCAA academic standards and eligibility requirements, while offering strategies to maximize scholarship offers through understanding partial aid systems and stacking options.

You’ll gain insider knowledge about the most important exposure events and showcases where coaches actively recruit, alongside guidance on maintaining a coach-ready social media presence and responsibly engaging with NIL opportunities. For international recruits, dedicated advice covers transcript evaluation, eligibility certification, visa acquisition, and cultural adaptation to ensure a successful transition into collegiate lacrosse.

Don’t let complexity or missed deadlines limit your athlete’s chances—use this authoritative resource as your trusted companion to navigate the NCAA lacrosse recruiting process, maximize scholarship potential, and secure a rewarding collegiate playing experience.

📖 What’s Inside: Chapter-by-Chapter Breakdown

📅 Chapter 1: Timeline
A clear, grade-by-grade roadmap detailing recruiting milestones, NCAA contact periods, highlight video deadlines, and critical exposure event timing tailored for lacrosse recruits from freshman year through senior year.

🧠 Chapter 2: The Landscape
Explore differences between NCAA Divisions I, II, III, NAIA, and junior college lacrosse programs, including scholarship numbers, roster limits, recruiting priorities, and the academic standards coaches expect.

📞 Chapter 3: Contacting Coaches
Master effective lacrosse-specific communication strategies with customizable email templates, timing guidance for outreach, and techniques to build and maintain meaningful relationships throughout recruiting.

🎥 Chapter 4: Highlight Video
Learn how to produce impactful highlight reels showcasing attacking skills, defensive positioning, faceoff techniques, goalie saves, and other position-specific abilities that coaches prioritize.

🧳 Chapter 5: Visits (Official & Unofficial)
Understand the distinctions between official and unofficial visits, with advice on preparing relevant questions about team culture, playing roles, academic support, and scholarship renewals.

📚 Chapter 6: GPA & Eligibility
Clear overview of NCAA and NAIA academic eligibility requirements, including core GPA calculation, course mandates, standardized test policies, and NCAA Eligibility Center registration essentials.

💰 Chapter 7: Scholarships & Negotiation
Navigate lacrosse scholarship realities—where partial scholarships predominate—learn how to combine athletic aid with merit and need-based scholarships, and apply negotiation tactics that enhance aid offers.

🌟 Chapter 8: Showcases, Camps & ID Events
Identify and prioritize key recruiting events such as PGF Nationals, Adrenaline Black Card, and Inside Lacrosse Invitational to maximize exposure and impress college coaches.

🏫 Chapter 9: Finding the Right Fit
Go beyond rankings by assessing academic programs, coaching philosophy, team culture, scholarship package stability, and geographic preferences to find the best collegiate environment.

🔄 Chapter 10: Plan B Options
Explore alternative pathways including prep schools, junior colleges, post-grad options, and walk-ons to sustain recruitment momentum if initial strategies do not unfold as planned.

📱 Chapter 11: Social Media & Online Exposure
Build and maintain a professional online profile through strategic content sharing, image management, and NIL awareness, crucial for recruitment success and brand development.

💼 Chapter 12: NIL & Business Basics
Gain foundational understanding of Name, Image, and Likeness rules affecting lacrosse student-athletes, practical earning potential, compliance tips, and strategic brand-building recommendations.

🌍 Chapter 13: International Athlete Considerations
Practical steps for international lacrosse recruits including transcript evaluation, NCAA eligibility certification, visa processes, and cultural acclimation strategies for success in the U.S. collegiate system.