Background:
Well known program and well known coach. A few months ago the HC invited us to attend a camp, we did, the coach asked for a pre-read after camp. A month ago they invited us back to a final camp which is coming up.
We received a letter early last week, (I think), from the head coach which was missed because we never check our mail. That letter was still in our mailbox when a few days later our player saw the recruiting coordinator and assistant coach at a prospect event. This is someone we have had meaningful contact with. Our player spoke to this person and was told the pre-read on our application was, "overwhelmingly positive and yes the program is still looking".........
When we got home from the event and retrieved the mail we saw the letter, opened it and WOW! The letter is from the HC, it says:
"Thanks for everything..........your great...........Unfortunately our staff has decided that you are not talented enough to play XXXXX for XXXXX university. Good luck to you in you search......."
Has anyone gotten a letter with this type of wording? Advice?
I framed the letter today and gave it to my player. Our player sent a respectful, inspired, direct email response to our contact asking for clarification, a phone call, and an update on the camp invite. That's where we are. I guess given the school and the program I am completely floored by the language used. Thank you. Great forum. I wish more people would post.