How do College Coaches Screen Players

How do college coaches screen

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Tournament and Camp Evaluation

• Coaches do 99% of their player identification at high-level camps and club tournaments

• These venues allow them to maximize their recruiting budget by watching multiple quality players at once

• They focus on players who have already contacted them expressing interest in their program

• Coaches look for solid fundamental skills, game intelligence, and how players handle adversity

Academic Screening

• Many programs set minimum academic requirements (e.g., UNC required a 1400 SAT score for freshmen)

• Coaches actively seek players who are well-qualified both athletically and academically

• Strong academic records help coaches leverage their scholarship budgets, as players can qualify for academic aid

• Players with good academics are seen as lower-risk recruits who are more likely to remain eligible and graduate

Video Analysis (Secondary Method)

• Some coaches use video submissions as a supplementary evaluation tool

• They prefer wide-angle footage showing game context rather than highlight reels

• Videos should clearly identify the player and show full-field play

• Not all coaches value video submissions equally; some may not review them at all