Varsity Pages recommends the recruiting guides published by College Bound Sports. In fact, we offer discounts on a purchase of a guide to Varsity Pages customers. These 100-page guides walk you through the entire recruiting process and are full of great advice.

This page will include some of the tips that can be found in the guides.

Fill out your questionnaires yourself

Once the recruiting process begins, you will start receiving questionnaires from colleges. Avoid the temptation to let your parents fill out your questionnaires for you. If a coach notices an adult's handwriting or language on your form, he or she may assume you lack maturity and responsibility.

Improper recruiting danger signs

Most college coaches have your best interests at heart. However, you should be aware of improper recruiting tactics. Think twice if a coach:

• Promises you a starting position.
• Tells you that your scholarship commitment is four or five years. Even though most coaches will renew your scholarship each year, they can only promise it one year at a time.
• Guarantees you an easy academic schedule and shows little interest in you as a student.
• Puts you in contact with a booster from the athletic department.
• Speaks negatively about other colleges you're considering.
• Offers you any monetary inducement, including college shirts or souvenirs.

Be sure to speak with your high school coach if you are concerned about any awkward situation. Do not jeopardize your eligibility by ignoring or sweeping it under the rug.