There is no fool-proof answer when it comes to figuring out if a college coach is interested in you because they all express interest in different ways. This is why it’s so important to stay in touch with your back-up options in case your first falls through.
Here are some indicators that a coach is actually interested in you joining their team:
- They respond to you often and in a timely manner
- They put a great effort into selling the school and why you would be a good fit for them
- They directly tell you that you are the number one recruit (be careful: this is not always the truth)
- They ask how you feel about the school and what questions you have
- They express interest in your family/personal interests outside of the sport
- They come to visit you specifically during your major competitions
- They give you personal contact information
- They invite you for official visits
These are just a few examples of when a coach genuinely is interested in you. It doesn’t mean that offers won’t fall through, but these simple signs are a good indicator of a coach’s level of interest.
* Originally published on November 19, 2021, by Brittany Collens
