Football Recruiting Guide for Parents
What NOT to do during the recruiting process — and what to do instead. 18 mistakes families make that quietly hurt their son's recruitment.
18 Mistakes to Avoid — and What to Do Instead
Each card pairs the behaviors that quietly hurt a recruitment with the approach that actually helps it.
Final Thought
Support without controlling.
Guide without speaking for your son.
Encourage without creating pressure.
Trust the process.
The goal is not to win recruiting. The goal is to help your son find the right school, earn a degree, continue playing football, and build a successful future.
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Official vs. unofficial visits, rules by level (NCAA D1/D2/D3, NAIA, NJCAA), scholarship negotiation, senior year timeline, and 11 FAQ answers.
We Help Families Navigate the Journey.
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