SPRING BASEBALL RECRUITING PRIORITIES

The spring baseball season brings many challenges for baseball prospects.  Competing for playing time, preparing for conference games, and making a run at a state championship should all be near the top of your priority list.  Academics and your recruiting are two other priorities you need to make time for throughout the spring.  Coaches at all levels are looking for quality “student-athletes” who have time management skills.  Below are four priorities every baseball prospect should strive to complete this spring

1.  Get it done in the classroom!  This applies to every baseball prospect.  Your academics play a huge role in the recruiting process.  Do not let your grades slip during the spring season.  Study on the bus while traveling to road games.  Turn in extra credit when it is available.  Prioritize your time so you can turn in assignments on time and finish the year strong in the classroom.

2. Send update e-mails!  Hopefully you have been making contacts with college coaches throughout the fall and winter.  During the spring, sending update e-mails to coaches is important so they can track your progress.  College coaches are in season too and have tight schedules.  E-mails are a great way to quickly inform coach of your spring success at the varsity level.  An easy goal to target is sending monthly update e-mails.  If you throw a no-hitter or break a school record, then an e-mail about a specific performance is acceptable.

3. Provide your summer schedule!  The summer has become increasingly important for coaches at all levels of college baseball.  Once your summer schedule becomes available, post it to your profile and send it directly to coaches you have contacted.  Provide as many opportunities for coaches to come out and evaluate your skills.

4. Check out local college baseball games!  Take advantage of the college baseball season when your schedule allows.  Go out and see a local college game (if possible) to get a better idea of the specific programs and level of play.  Even if a coach isn’t available pre or post game to talk, you can still get a good idea of how the program is run from watching them compete.  Try to schedule a campus tour if your schedule allows.

Make the most of all aspects of the spring season.  Having more practices and games on your schedule are not excuses for letting your academics or recruiting slip.  Finishing the year strong will lead you into the summer season full of confidence.  If you completed the priorities above, then coaches will be updated on your successful spring season and have access to your summer schedule.  This will give you a great shot to get more coaches interested and out to your summer games.