Episode 1 - How We Got Here

Episode 1 - How We Got Here Welcome to the first episode of the Nail The Recruiting Process podcast! I'm Jared Zeidman, and I'm excited to share my journey with you. I started as a sports broadcaster, moved into college basketball coaching, and am now helping athletes navigate the recruiting process. This podcast is a blend of my experiences and insights from working with athletes, coaches, and sports reform advocates. In this episode, I set the table and identify what is to come in this podcast by identifying the three major challenges in the current college recruiting landscape. Disconnect in Expectations: There's a huge gap between what high school athletes and their parents think college coaches are looking for and what college coaches are ACTUALLY looking for. Inconsistencies in College Coaching: Not all college coaches live up to their recruiting promises, leading to inconsistencies and unmet player expectations. The Rapidly Changing Landscape: The dynamics of college athletics are evolving rapidly, with changes like the transfer portal and NIL policies making it tougher for high school athletes to secure roster spots. Listen for some shocking data about what coaches look for on the recruiting trail as we bust some big myths about the recruiting process and get you ready for your learning experiences to come! Have a question that you'd like answered by me or a guest? Have an idea for an episode topic? Have no suggestions but just want to say hello? Email me at [email protected] To obtain more information about my coaching services or to check out the book, visit www.nailtherecruitingprocess.com Follow me on social media! Instagram - @NailTheRecruitingProcess X (Twitter) / TikTok - @JaredTheCoach