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EPISODE · Mar 16, 2026 · 40 MIN

How College Sports Recruiting Really Works, What Parents Need to Know

from College Help Squad Podcast · host College Help Squad Podcast

If your student wants to play sports in college, this episode breaks down what families need to know about the recruiting process. Cynthia sits down with Jim Wagner, owner of Throw Zone Academy and college athlete consultant for College Help Squad, to talk about how student athletes can get noticed, when to start preparing, how video helps with recruiting, what showcases are actually worth attending, and how injuries can affect the process.They also cover NCAA rules, the Clearinghouse, scholarships, walk-ons, coach communication, and why students need to take the lead in reaching out to programs. This is a helpful conversation for families trying to understand the athletic side of college planning and how to make smart decisions without wasting time or money.Learn more about College Help Squadhttps://collegehelpsquad.com/Register for a free college planning webinarhttps://collegehelpsquad.com/seminars/If you have questions, feel free to email:[email protected] produced by CoCreator Xhttps://www.cocreatorx.com/

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