Still Uncommitted? 4 Essential College Volleyball Recruiting Moves for Athletes

With high school season ramping up, the question "What do we do now?" is a question I am having almost every day from athletes that want to get recruited and play college volleyball. Here are 4 general recruiting actions to take and focus on this high school season.

1. Stay in Touch with Colleges

Maybe you’ve already had some early conversations with coaches, or maybe you’re just getting started. Either way, staying in touch is key. Coaches are busy, especially now during their competitive season.  

What to do:

• Send a short email every 2-3 weeks (at least) with updates on your season, academic progress or anything else happening around you. 

• If you’re visiting their campus for whatever reason, be sure to let them know!

• One email doesn’t show true interest. Real interest is communicated over time through consistency.

2. Send Updated Highlight Videos

Your highlight reel shouldn’t be a one-and-done. Coaches want to see growth and current performance, not just your best plays from last year.

What to include in updated film:

• Most HS teams use Hudl; use it to your advantage. 

• You should be able to send out short, simple highlights regularly throughout the HS season. 

• Ball control, ball control, ball control.  If you play back row at all, make sure college coaches see that. 

  
  

Post your highlights to YouTube, Hudl, or another easily shareable platform and link it in your emails to coaches.

3. Show Specific Interest

Coaches don’t just want good players, they want players who want to be part of their program. Generic emails won’t cut it.  

How to show you’re genuinely interested:

• Mention something specific about their team, recent match results, or something you saw on social media. 

• Ask questions.  Questions encourage them to respond. 

• Coaches love hearing about who you are beyond volleyball. Don’t be afraid to share other interests or wins from school or life.

4. Keep Getting Better

Recruiting is about potential as much as it is about current skill. If you’re still improving, you’re still recruitable.

What this looks like:

• High school season is a great time to chase specific goals. Write them down and track your progress.

• Physicality matters. Stronger and faster athletes stand out. 

• Be intentional about what you want to improve.  Work on a specific part of one aspect of your game.  

The Bottom Line

Your junior year is a pivotal time in your volleyball recruiting process, not just for being seen, but for proving you’re worth a serious look. Stay consistent, keep developing, and make it easy for coaches to see why you’re a great fit for their program.

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