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How to Navigate the Recruiting Maze: A Step-by-Step Guide for Student-Athletes, Parents, and Coaches

How to Navigate the Recruiting Maze: A Step-by-Step Guide for Student-Athletes, Parents, and CoachesCoach Anthony

The college recruiting process isn’t a straight line—it’s a maze filled with questions, decisions, and opportunities. If you’re a student-athlete (or a parent/coach supporting one), this post is your playbook for navigating the path from unknown to unforgettable.

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Growth Mindset in Recruiting: Why Alternatives Create Opportunity

Growth Mindset in Recruiting: Why Alternatives Create Opportunity

Growth Mindset in Recruiting: Why Alternatives Create OpportunityCoach Anthony
Published on: 08/30/2025

Discover how a growth mindset transforms the athletic recruiting process. Learn why having alternatives builds confidence, resilience, and opportunity for student-athletes.

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Discernment in the Athletic Recruiting Process

Discernment in the Athletic Recruiting Process

Discernment in the Athletic Recruiting Process Coach Anthony
Published on: 08/26/2025

Discover why discernment matters in athletic recruiting. Learn how student-athletes and parents can spot real opportunities, avoid empty promises, and choose the right path with confidence.

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I Am Only or I Am Just…..

I Am Only or I Am Just…..

I Am Only or I Am Just…..Coach Anthony
Published on: 08/08/2025

The words “I am only” or “I am just” can shape an athlete’s entire career. This guide explores how to replace limiting self-talk with a growth mindset that fuels performance and opportunity.

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Why the AAU Circuit Gets Complaints Every Year | Youth Basketball Reality Check

Why the AAU Circuit Gets Complaints Every Year | Youth Basketball Reality Check

Why the AAU Circuit Gets Complaints Every Year | Youth Basketball Reality CheckCoach Anthony
Published on: 08/03/2025

Discover why AAU basketball and youth circuits face the same complaints year after year. From overexposure to burnout, get the stuff that families, coaches, and athletes need to hear.

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How To Navigate The Recruiting Maze:Phase 6: Performance and Development Starts Before College

How To Navigate The Recruiting Maze:Phase 6: Performance and Development Starts Before College

How To Navigate The Recruiting Maze:Phase 6: Performance and Development Starts Before CollegeCoach Anthony
Published on: 07/22/2025

Phase 6 is not a break, it is preparation. Learn how student-athletes can use the months before college to build physical readiness, mental discipline, academic habits, and coach trust to earn early playing time.

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NIL for the Future

NIL for the Future

NIL for the FutureCoach Anthony
Published on: 07/20/2025

Explore how Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) is transforming the future of student-athletes from brand partnerships and social media deals to education and compliance challenges.

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