If you're a libero (or parent of one) navigating the college recruiting process, understanding how scholarships work for your position is critical. While every program handles things a bit differently, there are some consistent patterns and some big-picture realities that you should know going in.

The topic of recruiting timelines  comes up a lot in conversations with athletes and families. Whether it's a coach asking, "What's your timeline?"  or an athlete wondering how to respond, this is an important concept to understand clearly.