So now that they are signing 2007 does that mean they will start going after the 2008 now?
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My son is a 2008 and he has been told by many recruiters that starting now the bigger names schools are just beginning to put together their "lists" for 2008. However, there are many quality unsigned ballplayers remaining from the class of '07 and they will still have plenty of attention until after the late signing period in April.
I know of at least one 2008 who has already received an offer from a school you would consider one of the perennial national contenders. But he's going to wait a while to see how things sort out, and that I think is a wise approach.
Many schools are already in the talking stages with 2008's, but even with them you won't see "handshake" offers made until April or May at the earliest. And those will be only for those they consider their "no brainer" recruits -- guys they know they would want under any circumstances. That means pitchers have the advantage since you can never have enough pitching.
But as you can see by following the discussions on this site, lots of seniors have to wait into spring and beyond, so most 2008 hopefuls still have another 17 months or so to go!
Many schools are already in the talking stages with 2008's, but even with them you won't see "handshake" offers made until April or May at the earliest. And those will be only for those they consider their "no brainer" recruits -- guys they know they would want under any circumstances. That means pitchers have the advantage since you can never have enough pitching.
But as you can see by following the discussions on this site, lots of seniors have to wait into spring and beyond, so most 2008 hopefuls still have another 17 months or so to go!
quote:But he's going to wait a while to see how things sort out, and that I think is a wise approach.
Yes, I do too. I hope he can hold off the pressure he might receive to commit very early...many others have been unable.
An interesting article about this here:
Early Verbals
I talked to Blaine a little about this article...the part it doesn't fully address is pressure being exerted on the players to super-early-commit. Several in our area have done that (couple of 2007's last year and now a very primo 2008). I don't see any reason for a top 2008 recruit to commit so very early (i.e. now) to any school...even his dream school. He will get there anyways.
I thought colleges could not extend offers until July 1 after the Junior year. How can a current Junior already be asked to commit?
Not true. Offer can come anytime.
Thank You everyone for all your knowledge maybe I didn't explain my question good enough, My son had went to a showcase last month know that the D1 and D2 schools are busy getting there 2007 signed up, now that almost over will they be sending out more letters for the 2008 that they have seen in the last month?
Redhead-
The July 1 date you are referring to is when coaches can make direct contact (initiate contact) with prospective student athletes.
As justbaseball mentioned, if the player initiates the contact with the school/coach, an offer (theoretically) can be extended at any time.
But the acceptance can only be a verbal commitment until the actual early signing period.
The July 1 date you are referring to is when coaches can make direct contact (initiate contact) with prospective student athletes.
As justbaseball mentioned, if the player initiates the contact with the school/coach, an offer (theoretically) can be extended at any time.
But the acceptance can only be a verbal commitment until the actual early signing period.
Roseanne - My thought is that as they identify more 2008 prospects, letters will be sent.
But many schools will still be focusing on shoring up their 2007 class in the Spring.
Our situation may have been different than the norm...I don't know. But the hot-and-heavy stuff started just after the college season ended at the end of our son's junior season.
But many schools will still be focusing on shoring up their 2007 class in the Spring.
Our situation may have been different than the norm...I don't know. But the hot-and-heavy stuff started just after the college season ended at the end of our son's junior season.
quote:Originally posted by Midlo Dad:
I know of at least one 2008 who has already received an offer from a school you would consider one of the perennial national contenders.
Just exactly how well do you know this player?
Beezer, it's not what you're thinking.
The guy I was referring to is a former summer teammate, one of if not THE best pitcher in the class of 2008. Of course EVERYBODY wants him, but one school actually went the extra step of making a firm offer.
The guy I was referring to is a former summer teammate, one of if not THE best pitcher in the class of 2008. Of course EVERYBODY wants him, but one school actually went the extra step of making a firm offer.
Midlo Dad- I think I might know who you're talking about. Tall RHP... perhaps from Missouri or something like that
Yeah, except I found out tonight that the info I had was bad, somebody got ahead of themselves. And since I passed it on, mea culpa, as well.
Lots of talk, no firm offers yet, not even for him.
So, nobody needs to feel left out!
Lots of talk, no firm offers yet, not even for him.
So, nobody needs to feel left out!
Well knowing the kid you're talking about I don't think he'll be too disappointed, right? I would think he's pretty much set himself up for a hefty and awful nice deal for his future.
quote:Originally posted by Midlo Dad:
Beezer, it's not what you're thinking.
Gotcha.