The 5-Day Challenge - Day #5 - Planning Your Event Calendar!

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Welcome to Day 5, the final day of the 5-Day Recruiting Challenge!

You have accomplished so much this week. You created a highlight video, built a target list of schools, started coach outreach, and established a professional social media presence. You have built a powerful foundation for your recruiting journey.

Now, it’s time to take your efforts from the digital world to the field. Attending the right events is crucial for getting direct exposure to coaches and showing them your skills in a live setting.

Today’s Mission: Plan Your Event Calendar

Visibility is key. While videos and emails are essential, coaches need to see you play in person to truly evaluate your potential. A strategic event calendar shows your commitment and gives you opportunities to connect with programs on your target list.

The goal is to be strategic, not overwhelmed.

A good rule of thumb for the class of 2027 is to aim for one high-impact event per month, if possible. This could be a showcase with your club team or a college ID clinic.

⚽ Step 1: Understand the Value of ID Clinics

ID clinics are hosted by colleges and give their coaching staff a chance to identify and evaluate potential recruits on their own turf. They are a fantastic way to:

Get in front of coaches from schools you are targeting.
Experience the campus and get a feel for the program's culture.
Show coaches how you respond to their specific coaching style.
Demonstrate your skills alongside other talented prospects.

⚽ Step 2: Research and Select the Right Events

Your time and resources are valuable. Don't just sign up for every clinic you see. Be intentional.

How to do it:

Review Your Target List: Look at the websites for the schools on your list from Day 2. Most will have their clinic dates posted under the "ID Clinics" section.
Check Team Schedules: Factor in your club team's showcase tournament schedule. These are also prime recruiting opportunities.
Balance Your Choices: Choose a mix of ID clinics at schools that are a good fit athletically and academically. Include some "dream" schools and some "likely" schools.

⚽ Step 3: Map Out Your Calendar (November - Spring)

Grab a calendar and start planning. A long-term view helps you manage your schedule, budget for travel, and ensure you're giving coaches advance notice. Make sure to only attend events AFTER a dialogue with a coach!

Day 5 Action Step: Build Your Calendar

Your task today is to create a plan for the next several months.

Research: Identify at least 4-6 ID clinics and showcases between now and the end of spring that align with your school list.
Schedule: Pencil them into your calendar, noting the date, school, and cost.
Communicate: Discuss the plan with your family to make sure it's realistic and manageable.

Putting a plan on paper makes it real. This calendar is your roadmap to getting seen and taking the next big step in your journey.

Congratulations on completing the 5-Day Challenge!

You now have the tools and a clear plan to take control of your recruiting process, making you "Scholarship Ready!"

Which of the 5 steps has been the most difficult to execute? 🧐

Are you stuck on any of the steps? If so post below and I can help you push through 🧐

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