Choosing a college is one of the biggest decisions a family will make together, and the recruiting process can bring plenty of excitement, questions, and uncertainty along the way.

In this episode of Relaxed and Fast, we’re talking directly to recruiting parents. We share what we’ve learned through years of coaching college athletes and recruiting hundreds of families, and we offer practical advice on how parents can play an incredibly valuable role without taking ownership of a process that ultimately belongs to their son or daughter.

We discuss why it’s important for recruits to communicate with college coaches themselves, how parents can build confidence from the sidelines, and why the best recruiting decisions are almost always centered on finding the right fit rather than the biggest name or highest division.

We also share what college coaches notice during the recruiting process, common mistakes families can avoid, and questions every parent should be asking after a campus visit.

Whether your athlete is just starting to explore college running or is getting close to making a decision, we hope this conversation gives you confidence, perspective, and a few practical tools to help your family navigate the process together.

In this episode you’ll hear about:

• Why ownership matters during the recruiting process

• How parents can support without taking over

• What coaches appreciate most from recruiting families

• Questions to ask after every campus visit

• Why finding the right fit leads to the best college experience

Our hope is simple: that every family finds a place where their athlete can grow academically, athletically, and personally over the next four years.

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