14. Coach Talk: Fresno State Director of Scouting Jake Rasmussen Breaks Down What It Actually Takes to Get Recruited

Whether you're a parent navigating the recruiting landscape or a young athlete dreaming of playing college football, this episode offers one of the clearest, most honest breakdowns of the process you’ll hear. Fresno State’s Director of Scouting, Jake Rasmussen, opens the doors to the recruiting world and explains exactly how athletes get noticed, evaluated, and ultimately offered.Jake walks through the complete roadmap: how early grades matter, what a strong highlight tape actually looks like, which camps are worth attending, and how social media can help (or hurt) your chances. He breaks down the internal process college programs use to evaluate recruits, why some athletes fall under the radar, and how families can avoid the biggest recruiting mistakes.You’ll also learn why intangibles like effort, leadership, and body language often outweigh stats or star ratings, how junior college fits into the modern recruiting landscape, and what separates athletes who “make it” from those who don’t. Instagram: https://instagram.com/athletecountryclubTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@athletecountryclubYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AthleteCountryClubBusiness Inquiries: [email protected]