30: The Game of ‘General Interest’ in VB Recruiting - And What it Really Means

If you’ve heard the phrase “general interest” from a college coach and walked away confused or unsure what it actually means, this episode is for you.In this bonus episode, Susan breaks down what “general interest” really means in Division I volleyball recruiting, why coaches use this language, and how families should interpret it without jumping to conclusions.Susan explains the realities of recruiting timelines, NCAA communication rules, and the difference between top-prospect recruiting and the experience most athletes will actually have. She also clarifies what coaches can and can’t say before June 15 — and why silence or vague language doesn’t mean your athlete isn’t being evaluated.This episode is designed to give you the behind the scenes info with context to help families better understand what really goes on in recruiting.Chapters00:00 – Why this conversation matters + the June 15 hype02:36 – What “general interest” actually means (and how letters are sent)04:53 – Why not receiving one doesn’t eliminate D1 opportunities07:14 – How many athletes might receive the same letter09:29 – Why top programs are more selective with general interest11:40 – Using this information to make informed recruiting decisionsConnect with Susan:Check out the website: www.nxtvb.comFollow on Instagram + TikTok: @hey.susankQuick shoutout to our podcast sponsor University Athlete. The only volleyball-exclusive recruiting platform used by 95% of college coaches. It’s where athletes get seen, get evaluated, and get recruited. Plus it's free and only takes a couple of minutes to activate your profile. Click the link below to claim your free profile.CLAIM YOUR FREE PROFILE HEREIf you decide you want to upgrade to the All-Access pass be sure to use the code ‘NXTVB30’ to save 30% on your yearly membership. Subscription boxes are all the rave (we get it, they are FUN!) and we’ve developed one for the recruiting process that comes with 1:1 support in our new Set for Success Membership!Every Month as Member You Get to Choose from One of the Following for Support:🖥️ 1:1 ADVISING CALL with either Sonja, Jessie or Susan from the NXTVB team.🎥 HIGHLIGHT FILM professionally produced and done for you.🗣️ OUR TARGETED TAKE with detailed feedback on one specific part of your process, so it's worth your time and effort! 😎 PLUS SEASONAL OFFER...