Campus Touring Is Interviewing: How to Make Every College Visit Count
A campus visit without a plan is just a tour. Markens walks through the questions every family should be asking — the coaches, the players, and yourselves — before making one of the biggest decisions ... ...more
College Recruiting
June 07, 2026•4 min read
Pre Showcase Strategy to Maximize Exposure
Just showing up to a showcase isn't enough — coaches are watching specific players on specific lists. Markens explains the before, during, and after strategy that separates the families who leave with... ...more
College Recruiting
June 06, 2026•3 min read
Why Your Kid's Highlight Reel Might Be Costing Them Offers
Most highlight videos are built to impress parents, not coaches — and that's exactly why they don't work. Markens breaks down what college coaches are actually looking for, the right length and format... ...more
College Recruiting
June 05, 2026•3 min read
Why Most Recruiting Emails Get Deleted in 10 Seconds
Sending emails to coaches isn't enough — you have to send the right email. Markens breaks down the exact formula for an introductory email that gets opened, what to say in follow-ups, and why consiste... ...more
College Recruiting
June 04, 2026•2 min read
Coaches Are Looking. Can They Find Your Kid?
A strong recruiting profile is the foundation of the entire college soccer recruiting process — and most players don't have one until it's too late. Markens breaks down exactly what coaches are lookin... ...more
College Recruiting
June 03, 2026•2 min read
How to Navigate College Soccer Recruiting: A Step-by-Step Guide for Parents
The college soccer recruiting process is more structured — and more time-sensitive — than most families realize. In Episode 1 of Season 2, Markens breaks down the NCAA, NAIA, and NJCAA landscape and e... ...more
College Recruiting
June 02, 2026•2 min read
