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Originally posted by Chris F:
And should I ask how interested the coach really is in me? Like where am I on the "list" of the school's recruits? Thank you for anyone who answers
Chris, congratulations for the efforts so far in generating what sounds like a considerable amount of interest.
The College visit is certainly and exciting and very important time.
To help you with the visit and questions to ask, I obtained permission from Julie and have cut and pasted from a wonderful new website on the process. This site was put together by a group of players/former players, primarily from UC Davis. Hopefully, the thoughts and views from those playing and who just finished their college careers will be helpful for you.
From the site Keepplayingbaseball:
"Asking the Right Questions
All of the players we talked to told us that it was important to ask questions when you get a chance to talk to coaches. If you get to visit a college program (officially or on your own), you should ask players questions, too. If you’re like some high school players, you might feel too intimidated or shy to ask questions, but you have to remember that you are going to make a decision that will affect the next four years of your life. You should do everything you can to make sure that you have all the information you need. You should make a list of the questions you would like answered before you go to a visit, camp, or showcase. While each player will have his own questions about the programs that interest him, here are some general questions to get you started.
For Coaches:
1.What do you think is the most common reason players choose to play in your program?
2.What are the graduation rates for baseball players?
3.What kinds of academic support are available for players? Is study hall required?
4.What trips will the team be taking during the season?
5.What are the workout requirements during the season, during the summer, and during breaks?
6.How many freshmen play during the season? How many are red shirts?
7.How many people are you recruiting at my position?
8.What is the policy for walk-ons?
For Players:
1.How hard is it to balance your time between the classroom and the field?
2.How well do you get along with the coaches?
3.How much time do you spend on baseball outside of playing games?
4.Do you get academic support? From tutors? Professors? Does it help?
5.What is the area like? What is it like to live here? What do you do during your free time?
6.What do you like best about the school? Least?
7.Does the team get along both on and off the field?
8.If you were me, would you choose this school?
I’ve had a few kids who were at camps that felt comfortable talking to me. I’m really happy to share information with them. I’ve seen how all of us deal with recruits and everyone is always willing to answer questions. When you’re young, you’re a little shy. You don’t want to be that person who asks a dumb question. But there is no dumb question when you are looking for schools. You’d be surprised how willing and able people who have been there are to share information. – Daniel Cepin, Outfielder, UC Davis (2007-2011)"
