Folks I was just reviewing some film for one of our clients and it’s a good reminder of what actually works when you’re trying to catch a coach's eye. To get a recruiter to stop and take notice, you have to follow a specific standard. A college coach usually decides in about 30 seconds if a player is a fit for their roster. Here is the formula we use at CSN to make sure your film hits the mark: - Add some energy with audio: A silent video feels sterile. You need a soundtrack that builds a bit of tempo without being over the top. If the video has a heartbeat, the player looks more dynamic on the pitch. - The "Best Of" Structure: Coaches value their time, so lead with your best stuff. - The "Living" Reel: This is the most important bit—your video is a living document. You need to keep adding to it as you progress through the season. If you play a blinder this weekend and get a clip that’s better than your current #1, swap it in immediately. Showing coaches that you are getting better every single week is how you prove your value. The Goal: Wow them in those first 15–30 seconds. This is your intro. If they want to see a full match, we can send them to your YouTube channel later to close the deal. Have a look at your current "Intro 30 seconds" this weekend. If it doesn’t represent your absolute highest level of play right now, it’s time to update it. I’ve put a full blueprint in the Classroom if you need more guidance - https://www.skool.com/college-soccer-recruiting-hub-7734/classroom/86f39b67?md=98b0f947dd0a445997a7ac8c233f6a86 See you in the trenches, Steve Coxon

I talk to parents every day who are exhausted. They’re camp-hopping, sending "cold" emails that never get opened, and guessing at what level their daughter should actually be playing. The recruiting process isn't a mystery—it's a math problem. I’ve spent the last few months distilling my 18 years of D1 experience into a 30-Day Recruiting Roadmap. This is the exact "North Star" we use in our private program to move players from "invisible" to "committed." Here is the 10-step process you MUST follow: Phase 1: The Identity (The Foundation) - Step 1: The Level Assessment – Stop guessing. Find your "Strike Zone" (D1, D2, D3, or NAIA) using our proprietary algorithm. - Step 2: The School Matchmaker – Filter 1,000+ schools by your Level + GPA + Lifestyle to find your "Top 50" list. Phase 2: The Assets (The Proof) - Step 3: The "Raw-to-Ready" Film – Build a highlight reel that coaches actually watch (no drone shots, just impact). - Step 4: The One-Link Profile – Create a digital "Home Base" so coaches can see your film, stats, and grades in one click. - Step 5: The Social Media Audit – Turn your X/Twitter and IG into a professional recruiting brand. Phase 3: The Engine (The Execution) - Step 6: The Outreach Sprint – Send professional, high-conversion emails using proven templates. - Step 7: The Roster Check – Cross-reference our commitment database so you don't waste time on schools that are already full. - Step 8: ID Clinic Strategy – Only attend the camps that actually want your "Tier" of player. - Step 9: The Feedback Loop – Track your responses and adjust your list. - Step 10: The Commitment – Manage coach calls, campus invites, and signing your NLI. ⚠️ HOW TO EXECUTE THIS ROADMAP The steps above are your map. To actually execute them, you need the tools. Our Full Recruiting Engine provides you with the Level Assessment algorithm, the 1,000+ school database, the email templates, the commitment tracker, and the private "Locker Room" community for video reviews.

By Matthew Doherty April 13, 2026 Where is New England’s top soccer talent headed? Which programs are prioritizing local recruits? As spring approaches, our database of the Class of 2026 lists 170 college commits, including 90 to Division 1 schools. A few more commits may sprinkle in between now and the summer, but the senior class is largely set in stone. Our Best of New England series provided a closer look at the individual talent, but the takeaways extend beyond the players. At this point, we have enough data to examine the trends and themes shaping the girls’ Class of 2026 and draw conclusions from past and future classes. Here are four big-picture takeaways from this recruiting cycle. How many players are headed to Power Four schools? The college soccer landscape has shifted immensely over the last few years. Currently, the “high major” conferences in women’s soccer, also known as the Power Four, are the ACC, Big Ten, Big 12 and SEC. The Class of 2026 has seven players headed to Power Four schools. Natalie Chudowsky (Duke) and Nina Mathelus (California), the top two players in our Class of 2026 rankings, are bound for a pair of ACC powers. Both project to be high-impact players right away after earning national team experience in high school. Wylie Roossien had another outstanding season for Phillips Andover. (Phillips Andover Athletics) From the prep school ranks, Miss Porter’s defender Bella Salina (Kansas), BB&N forward Addy Kalaw (Boston College), Phillips Andover forward Wylie Roossien (North Carolina) and Westminster defender Maya Goddard (Virginia Tech) all ended up at Power Four schools after earning All-NEPSAC recognition last fall. Roossien stands out, joining a UNC program that’s won 23 national championships, most recently in 2024. The Tar Heels have defender Caitlin Mara (BB&N/FC Stars) on the roster, so Roossien will add even more local flair to the powerhouse program.

Look, I’m tired of seeing good families get taken for a ride. I’ve spent 18 years as a D1 Head Recruiter, and the biggest mistake I see parents make is doing the right work at the wrong time. If you apply a "Senior Year" strategy to a "Sophomore Year" problem, you are just making noise and wasting your money. Recruiting isn't a lottery; it’s about sending the exact right signals at the exact right moment. I just unlocked a brand new course in the Classroom called "The Recruiting Timelines" Inside, I have laid out the exact, non-negotiable blueprints for where the Classes of 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029, and 2030 must be right now. This includes the D1 roster audits, the D2/D3 campus strategies, and the Transfer Portal sniper tactics. You only need to read the blueprint for your athlete's specific year. 👇 COMMENT YOUR ATHLETE'S GRADUATION YEAR BELOW. Stop guessing. Get your timeline, and go do the work.

Folks, I’m jumping on a live strategy session at 10:00 AM EST today with our private community. The Topic: The Recruiting Gap. Most players are currently stuck in the "Gap"—the space between where they think they belong and where the college data says they actually fit. Being in the gap is the #1 reason why emails go unreturned and clinics result in zero follows. On the call today: - Live Audits: I’ll be pulling up our Athletic Fit software to show exactly how we identify which programs are a "Green Light" and which are a waste of your time. - The ID Clinic Blueprint: 3 non-negotiable things you must do before you step on the pitch at a clinic this weekend. - Live Q&A: Bring your specific roadblock; I’ll solve it live on the screen. We start in less than 4 hours. This is your chance to see the CSN machine in action before we officially kick off your 30-day plan. Join the Zoom here at 10:00 AM: Join the Strategy Session See you then, Steve Coxon CEO, CSN Post below if you are jumping on 👇