Sendcoach Blog

Tips and Articles

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Why Do We Do This? A Soccer Dad’s Reflection on Club Sports

A heartfelt reflection on why we commit to the chaos of club sports—driven by hope for our kids’ futures and the deep connections we form along the way.

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Why Ghosting Hurts and What We Can Learn From It in the College Recruiting Process

A candid look at ghosting in the college recruiting process—and what parents, players, and coaches can learn from it.

Tips
How to Write a Great Pre-Tournament Email to College Coaches

Learn how to write a simple, effective email to college coaches before a tournament to boost your chances of being seen and recruited.

Annoucements
ID Camp Support in SendCoach!

SendCoach now includes ID camp support, making finding and prioritizing camps and school information easier.

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One Coach’s Candid Explanation of 2026 Recruiting Challenges

A rare look into a coach’s transparent reasoning on NCAA roster changes illuminates why 2026 soccer recruits may experience delayed or uncertain processes.

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Big News: Sendcoach Is Now Gmail Approved

Sendcoach is now Gmail approved, making setup easier, and we’ve added new features like CC/BCC, reply subject editing, multi-user accounts, and customizable pipelines based on user feedback.

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How Involved Should Parents Be in the College Sports Recruitment Process?

Parents should support their student-athlete’s recruitment journey by providing guidance and tools like Sendcoach, but the outreach must come directly from the athlete.

Tips
Think of Coach Emails Like Drips

Break down communication into small, consistent updates to build trust and ensure your key message resonates over time.

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Avoiding “Happy Ears” in Recruitment

When you’re reaching out to coaches, it’s easy to get caught up in “happy ears”—assuming a positive response means you’re close to an offer.

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Following Up with Colleges After a Tournament

Following up with college coaches after a tournament can feel a lot like a sales process. The goal is to build a connection without coming across as too eager.

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Student-Athlete Success Starts with SMART Goals

Whether you’re building on last season’s progress or hitting reset, clear goals are the key to success.

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Confessions of a Sports Parent: The Roller Coaster Analogy

The analogy of youth sports being a roller coaster ride is often used—and maybe even overused—but it holds true.

Tips
You're Invited to an ID Camp! Now How to Respond

A Sendcoach user recently asked a great question about how sophomores should respond to ID camp invitations.

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Confessions of a Sports Parent: Why Create Sendcoach?

One of the most interesting things about raising a student-athlete is the incredible expectations we place on them.