➤➤➤➤ advice from @osusoftball HC Kenny Gajewski for 2027 athletes 🎥 @fastpitchwire
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I bet there's under 500 kids in the 27 class that are committed right now. That's a half a percent. Like there's no time. There's no need to panic. There's more scholarships than ever. So people are going to go look at those elite travel ball kids first. Okay. That's going to happen first.
The High-Stakes Choice Every Athlete Faces: Security Now or Gambling on Greater Glory Later?
The pressure to commit early in today’s recruiting landscape feels like a ticking time bomb. But with the transfer portal exploding (over 3,500 D1 athletes entered in 2024 alone), is locking in at 16 worth the risk—or could waiting land you in chaos? Here’s the raw truth no coach will spell out.
The Early Commitment Play: Safe Bet or Trap?
Pros:
✅ Security Blanket: No more sleeples
Navigating Love, Pride, and Privacy in the Digital Age of Recruiting
As a parent, your pride in your athlete’s achievements is boundless. But in the age of oversharing, that TikTok highlight reel or celebratory Facebook post might feel supportive to you—and invasive to them. Here’s how to champion your recruit without crossing unseen digital boundaries.
1. Why Parents Post (And Why It Stings)
Your Heart: You’re their #1 fan.....
