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High School Junior Year Checklist
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Critical High School (Grade 11) Checklist: The Action Phase
Junior year is when recruiting accelerates. Your goal now is to execute your plan: get your profile in front of coaches, secure early contact, and narrow down your school choices.
Initiate Contact: Active Outreach is Key
Send Introductory Emails: Based on your target list, send personalized introductory emails to coaches (Head Coach and Assistants) at every school on your list.
Follow Up Regularly: Continue sending follow-up emails with updated stats, tournament schedules, and academic information every 4–6 weeks.
Master the Phone Call: Be prepared to answer calls from coaches. Practice your phone etiquette and prepare questions for these conversations.
Highlight Reel: Your main recruiting video must be complete and easily shareable via a single link (YouTube, Hudl, etc.).
Clean and Update Profiles: Ensure your online recruiting profiles and social media are polished, professional, and contain current contact information and academic stats.
Use Coaches' Corner Insights: Utilize the advice straight from coaches on what to include (and exclude) in your highlight reel.
Take the SAT/ACT: Register for and take your standardized tests. You may need to take them multiple times to achieve your target score.
Campus Visits: Begin scheduling unofficial campus visits to schools on your target list. Evaluate campus life, facilities, and the team atmosphere.
Register with Clearinghouse: Formally register with the NCAA Eligibility Center or the NAIA Eligibility Center (if you haven't already). This is mandatory to be certified to play.
Success in Junior year leads directly to offers and commitments. Now, you must prepare to evaluate offers critically, finalize your financial plan, and complete the official signing process.