Get Recruited - The Women's Softball Scholarship Playbook

Take Control of the Recruiting Process

The Women’s Softball Scholarship Playbook is your all-in-one roadmap to navigating NCAA recruiting — whether you're just starting out or already in the mix.

This guide walks you step-by-step through:

✅ NCAA division differences and how they impact recruiting
✅ When and how to contact coaches the right way
✅ What coaches look for beyond scores and stats
✅ Common mistakes and how to avoid them
✅ How to maximize exposure at the right time
✅ Real-world case studies and timelines

Whether you're aiming for D1, D2, or D3, this guide helps you and your athlete stand out, get noticed, and win opportunities.

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

📅 Chapter 1: Timeline
Understand what should happen — and when — from Grade 8 through Grade 12. Avoid common mistakes by planning early and adjusting as your athlete grows.

🧠 Chapter 2: The Landscape
Explore the different divisions (D1, D2, D3, NAIA, JUCO), how they recruit, and what types of players they’re looking for — including the academic-athletic balance that matters most.

📞 Chapter 3: Contacting Coaches
Learn how and when to reach out to coaches, what to say in your emails, how to follow up, and what mistakes to avoid.

🎥 Chapter 4: Highlight Video
Get a blueprint for creating effective routine footage, including sequence selection, editing tips, and how to get it in front of the right people.

🧳 Chapter 5: Visits (Official & Unofficial)
Know the difference between official and unofficial visits, how to prepare for campus tours, and what questions to ask when you're there.

📚 Chapter 6: GPA & Eligibility
Understand the NCAA Eligibility Center, core course requirements, GPA targets, and how academic performance impacts your options.

💰 Chapter 7: Scholarships & Negotiation
Not all scholarships are equal. Learn how offers work, what’s negotiable, and how to compare athletic aid with academic and need-based packages.

🌟 Chapter 8: Showcases, Camps & ID Events
Not all exposure is good exposure. Learn how to pick the right events, how to get on coach lists, and how to make a positive impression.

🏫 Chapter 9: Finding the Right Fit
Go beyond the rankings. Find schools where your athlete will thrive academically, athletically, and emotionally.

🔄 Chapter 10: Plan B Options
Explore backup paths, including prep schools, PG years, walk-on strategies, and other options if your Plan A doesn’t work out.

📱 Chapter 11: Social Media & Online Exposure
Use Instagram, Twitter, and other tools strategically to build your athlete’s visibility and personal brand — without risking red flags.

💼 Chapter 12: NIL & Business Basics
An overview of Name, Image & Likeness rules, how high schoolers can prepare, and what to avoid when building a brand.

🌍 Chapter 13: International Athlete Considerations
For athletes outside the U.S., this chapter covers visas, eligibility, academic conversion, and how to stand out on a global stage.