Recruiting is an inexact science. The top priorities for one star athlete could vary completely from those of the next star player standing right next to him or her. Facilities, proximity to home, ...

Athletes should be proactive in contacting coaches, showcasing skills, and maintaining good academics. Personalized communication is key, avoiding generic mass emails and encouraging direct ...

Getting recruited: This is Part 2 of a series that looks behind the curtain of college recruiting. USA TODAY Sports was granted behind-the-scenes access by the football staff at the University of ...

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Gavin McKenna, 2026 NHL Draft's projected top pick, is playing his freshman season at Penn State. Chris Coduto / Getty Images When Gavin McKenna made his recruiting visit to Penn State University in ...

EDINBURG, Texas – Eddie Lee Marburger is happy to be home again. A handful of years ago, the idea that the now-former University of Texas at San Antonio quarterback would return to the Rio Grande ...

Purdue enters the season ranked No. 1, with expectations shaped by past successes and key roster decisions. Coach Matt Painter shifted his recruiting philosophy years ago to prioritize offensive ...

With the college basketball season still far enough away on the horizon — 49 days to the Nov. 3 opener — we're trudging through the biggest offseason lull before the eager spell of the preseason ...

Deion Sanders and the Colorado Buffaloes are turning family connections into recruiting momentum, securing the Ward and McDonald brothers. This strategy could give the Buffaloes continuity and trust ...