If you read this morning's newsletter, you know the hard truth: 90% of recruiting emails from players are going unread or getting deleted. I know a lot of you are working hard, sending out emails every week, and getting frustrated when you don't hear back from the programs you want. Let's figure out why and get it fixed. ' Here is what we are doing today: Drop your current recruiting email template in the comments below. Don't polish it up just for me—show me exactly what you have been putting in coaches' inboxes. Later today, I am going to read through every single one of them. Using my 20 years of D1 recruiting experience, I will give you honest, constructive feedback. I'll point out what you are doing well, flag any red flags that might be getting your emails deleted, and show you how to pass a coach's "3-second test." Navigating this process takes a willingness to learn and take feedback. Step up, drop your template below, and let's get to work. 👇

I'm looking to get my 13 year old into fitness training because she has surpassed my knowledge and abilities. I'm mainly looking for injury prevention, and managing workload to prevent burnout. What questions can I ask potential coaches to make sure we get a good fit for my daughter? Any warning signs I should look out? Any specific certifications that would be mandatory?

My daughter is 13, graduating in 2029... Is it too early to start going to ID camps (this coming summer), creating the list of colleges she / we would be interested in, emailing coaches, etc... ?

Good morning, hope all is well—we officially have our first National Champions! ⚽ - The No. 1 WashU women's soccer team secured back-to-back NCAA titles this weekend with a thrilling 2-1 comeback victory over Emory. This historic win caps off an incredible undefeated season (21-0-3) and marks the 500th career victory for Head Coach Jim Conlon. It is a monumental achievement for the program, securing their third national title and proving they are truly a dynasty in the making. Congratulations to the Bears on an unforgettable performance! Later today, we'll see who claims the Men’s DIII National Championship. The 2025 title match kicks off Sunday, Dec. 7 at 12 p.m. ET, featuring Tufts vs. Trinity (Texas). ⚽ - Today's Article: Why College Coaches Might Not See You! Before diving in, take a minute to watch the famous "Selective Attention Test" video below. In the experiment, your task is simple: count the number of basketball passes made by the team in white. Pay close attention... but what you don't see might be the most important part. Watch the video now, and then read the full article to discover how this test reveals the biggest secret in college recruiting - https://steves-newsletter-07aa53.beehiiv.com/p/so-you-want-to-play-college-soccer-the-gorilla-in-the-game-why-college-coaches-might-not-see-youhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJG698U2Mvo Good luck Steve