Waterpolo University/3.1 The Water Polo Recruitment Roadmap: Be Your Own Recruiter (Theory)

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3.1 The Water Polo Recruitment Roadmap: Be Your Own Recruiter (Theory)

  • Course
  • 19 Lessons

You already make videos. You already build resumes. You’re already a key part of the recruitment process — use it and save thousands of dollars on agency costs. This course teaches you how to run your own college recruitment: build your profile, create your highlight video, contact coaches (get emails from every single coach), and follow the full timeline, both NCAA and individual, confidently.

Contents

Welcome & The Big Picture

I’m really glad you’re here. This course was created to help players and families take full control of the college water polo recruitment process — without needing to spend thousands of dollars on agencies.

You’ll learn:
✅ How the entire recruitment system works (and what most people get wrong)
✅ When and how to reach out to coaches
✅ How to create a professional athlete profile and highlight video
✅ How to organize your communication timeline step by step

By the end of this course, you’ll have:

  • A finished college-ready profile

  • An email template ready to send to any coach

  • A clear timeline and system for managing your outreach

💡 Who this is for:
Athletes between ages 13–18, their parents, and coaches who want structure, clarity, and results.

🎯 Remember:
Recruitment isn’t luck — it’s structure, communication, and consistency. You already have everything you need to start.

Let’s begin.

Welcome to the Water Polo Recruitment Roadmap
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What Recruitment Really Means
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What You’ll Walk Away With
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The Recruitment Timeline (Age by Age)

Every athlete’s recruitment journey follows the same pattern — foundation, preparation, execution, and finalization.
In this section, you’ll learn exactly what to focus on at each age:

  • Ages 13–14: Build fundamentals, play multiple positions, and develop habits.

  • Age 15: Create your first highlight video and athlete profile.

  • Ages 16–17: Start emailing coaches, attend tournaments, and stay consistent.

  • Age 18: Communicate clearly, follow up with coaches, and make your final decision.

Discipline early brings freedom later — follow this roadmap and you’ll be ahead of 90% of players in the process.

Ages 13-14 - Building the Foundation
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Key Milestones by Age 15
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Ages 16-17 - Prime Recruitment Window
Age 18 Final Steps

Recruitment Communication Rules & Timing

When You Can Reach Out to Coaches (and When They Can Reply)
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How to Handle Replies, Calls, and Campus Visits

Building Your Athlete Profile

What Coaches Want to See in a Profile
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Step-By-Step: Creating Your Profile

Highlight Videos Coaches Actually Watch

The Purpose of a Highlight Video
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Create Highlights Step By Step

Contacting Coaches (The Email System)

Finding Coaches' Contact Information
How To Reach Out to Coaches (Template Walkthrough)

Tournament & Exposure Strategy

The Most Important Torunaments for Recruitment
How to Get Noticed (Even on B or C teams)
Pre/Post Torunament Communication with Coaches

Pulling It All Together

Final Recruitment Checklist