{"id":474,"date":"2026-04-15T10:42:56","date_gmt":"2026-04-15T10:42:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/laxrecruitguide.com\/?page_id=474"},"modified":"2026-04-15T13:51:40","modified_gmt":"2026-04-15T13:51:40","slug":"recruiting-faqs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/laxrecruitguide.com\/index.php\/recruiting-faqs\/","title":{"rendered":"Recruiting FAQs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Recruiting Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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How do I get recruited to play college lacrosse?<\/h4>\n
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Start early, build a strong athletic profile, proactively email coaches, and find a school that fits you academically\/athletically\/personally. The most successful recruits are organized and consistent. Want additional information on what it takes? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check out our book to learn exactly what you need to do to get recruited.<\/a><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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When does the college recruiting process start?<\/h6>\n
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For many athletes, you should begin building your list and reaching out well before junior year. The more diligent and organized you are, even as early as 8th grade, can be the difference between securing a spot at your dream school or not.
Learn about the recruiting timeline for all grades in our book.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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How do I contact college coaches for recruiting?<\/h6>\n
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Email is a standard first step: introduce yourself, share key statistics and a highlight video, explain why you fit the program, and follow up with planned updates. Find proven email templates you can use to get a coach’s attention in our book.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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This is one of the most common questions we help answer. Based on your athlete\u2019s skills, academics, and goals, we\u2019ll provide an honest assessment and help you identify the best-fit schools.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Do I need a highlight video to get recruited?<\/h6>\n
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Coaches often rely on video to evaluate recruits efficiently, so a simple, position- specific highlight video is a necessity to get on a school’s radar. See what makes an effective highlight reel in our book.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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When can college coaches contact me?<\/h6>\n
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Yes. Highlight film review and feedback are included in consulting packages, along with guidance on how to improve visibility with college coaches.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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What is the difference between an official and an unofficial visit?<\/h6>\n
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It depends on where you are in the process. Some families benefit from a single session for direction, while others prefer ongoing support and feedback through a multi-session package.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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