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Dallas Jaussi from UC Irvine gives his opinion on the best way to get in contact with a college coach. 

What EXACTly Does it Take? By Suzie (Hinman) Locke | college-sports-recruiting.com It has been an odd year for me as a soccer coach. For the first time since I can remember, I am not knee-deep in soccer every day. My … Continued

Dissecting the Offer – Three Questions to Ask Before You Sign By Suzie Hinman Locke | college-sports-recruiting.com The moment you’ve been waiting for has arrived! The offer is on the table; leaving one final question, where do I sign? But … Continued

“Keep away from people who belittle your ambitions. Small people always do that, but the really great make you feel that you, too, can become great.” – Mark Twain The recruiting process, like athletics, is multifaceted and competitive, and there … Continued

As we reach the middle of August, college coaches across the country are getting ready for the fall season.  You finally get to reap the rewards of the last 9 months of hard work.  Incoming Freshman get a chance to contribute, … Continued

Have you ever witnessed an athlete with tremendous talent that somehow couldn’t manage to fully perform at their best? There are usually glimpses of promise, but consistency and mental toughness are nowhere within their abilities. Certainly physical ability and talent … Continued

A major tenet of sport and performance psychology is that mental skills are important determinants of performance involving cognitive (thinking) abilities perfected through mental skills training. The intent of which is to provide a set of psychological strategies for dedicated … Continued

By Suzie Hinman Locke You may be the best player on the field or court, but if you aren’t taking care of business in the classroom you could be jeopardizing opportunities to play college athletics. Typically, I would not tell … Continued

Are you serious about playing your sport and want to compete at the next level?  Or maybe you’re even looking for a scholarship to play in college?  That’s easier said than done. First things first, you need to be noticed … Continued