Steve, Lucy is at Stetson this weekend for the CCSC National Showcase. It has so far been a very worthwhile trip. Something came up this morning during the Coaches' discussion panel that piqued my interest. Is a commitment by a player tied to the coach or is it tied to the school? For instance... The athlete receives an offer from ABC University and accepts it. In the interim, the coach who made the offer leaves. Is that offer still good for the athlete or does the game start again?

The winter off-season is where college roster spots are earned ❄️⚽️, but only if you are training correctly. Too many players spend these months on machines designed for aesthetics rather than athletic performance. It can be enticing to chase those abs or bigger quads, but I would argue that doesn't get you where you want to go 🤔. To prepare for the spring, prioritize strength training that offers a high return on investment for the pitch 📈: • 🔄 Swap the Leg Extension for Squats and Deadlifts to build power that translates directly to the game. • 🔄 Swap the Leg Press for Bulgarian Split Squats to produce force one leg at a time, mimicking the demands of running, shooting, and cutting. HUGE MASTER TIP • Decide on your reps guided by your weak leg. If your left isn't as strong, start the sets with that leg. If you can do 8 with the left and 12 with the right, don't force the left into 12. Instead, bring the right to 8 until they are balanced and equal. Remember, your goal is to be an explosive athlete on the field, not just the strongest person in the gym. Train for the game, not the mirror 🏆🪞. Best of luck, and let me know your thoughts! 👋

Lucy just got the beanie this evening. She’s busy reppin’ the best recruiting network out there. Cheers Steve!

Welcome to today’s soccer briefing! ----------------------------------------------------------- The Transfer Portal @TopDrawerSoccer reports nearly 200+ players transferring to Division I schools on the women’s side, with significant numbers on the men’s side as well. It’s fascinating to track the trends and patterns among certain schools. Mississippi leads the women’s transfer list with 8 additions, while Florida, Purdue and South Florida have each added 7 players. Even the National Champions have bolstered their 2026 roster with 4 new players. The transfer portal is reshaping the game, and its impact on high school recruiting is undeniable. While we don’t yet have data on how many players each school released, it’s clear that high school seniors are facing increased challenges year after year. Explore the full transfer lists: Women’s Division I Transfer Tracker - https://topdrawersoccer.com/college-soccer-articles/2026-womens-division-i-transfer-tracker_aid55352 Men’s Division I Transfer Tracker - https://topdrawersoccer.com/college-soccer-articles/2026-mens-division-i-transfer-tracker_aid55358 ------------------------------------------------------------ Recruiting Wisdom "More athletes go overlooked and under-recruited not from a lack of talent, but a lack of exposure. Parents often underestimate how much exposure is required in the transfer portal, NIL, and roster caps recruiting world we now live in." From @d1scholarship on X: ------------------------------------------------------------ Key Reminder "It’s not how good you are, but who knows you’re good!" Action Steps for Athletes: Email coaches: Introduce yourself and share your goals. Update your highlight video: Showcase your latest game footage. Share your journey: Use social media to get noticed.

Hey everyone! 👋 I'm looking for some help here—what topics would you love to see me cover in my next video? Whether it's tips on navigating the recruiting process, advice for standing out to college coaches, or even a breakdown of what to expect at ID camps, I want to hear from YOU! Drop your suggestions in the comments or send me a message.