Welcome to today’s soccer briefing!
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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:
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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."
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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.
Best, Steve