College Track and Field Recruiting Tip - Call Logs

Track & Field Recruiting Quick Tip – Keep a Call Log

When the recruiting process starts, it tends to move very quickly. I have spoken with several high school athletes recently who regretted not being fully prepared for the number of conversations they would be having with various college coaches. As a result, many of the conversations, talking points and disseminated information ran together or was completely forgotten.

When I was a college coach, I spoke with numerous high school track and field athletes on a nightly basis. It would have been impossible to recall each conversation to adequately prepare for the subsequent follow-up call. As a result, I kept a journal of each call. This would allow me to take notes on each conversation. I would simply mark the date of the call and record the main topics of conversation. Items that would help me recall the conversation such as upcoming meets, a task to be completed for them, the date of their next race and so forth.

I would suggest the same for you. From the very first call, take notes. Record the key talking points and next steps. This will only take moments to complete and will help you navigate the process much more effectively.