how to write a recruitment letter

logan15xx -
Welcome to the board! Start by reading articles on the
Recruiting Tips page. Under the link titled "For Players, Parents and Coaches" you will find sample letters and profiles. If you need more help than what's available in these articles, just come back and post another question. Good Luck!

I ran into your same problem last year. I never really wrote a handwritten letter to any school. All I did was wrote an email to several coaches that I had interest attending their school explaining where I was from what positions I played my accomplishments as a student and as an athlete and that I hoped to hear from them in the future. That is all you need to start basically. Shortly thereafter the schools that were interested started showing up and calling me. It does sound like writing one of these letters seems overwhelming but it really isn't if you put your mind to it. I was so overwhelmed writing my first one I needed my mom's help writing it.

EMurray15 is right, it can be overwhelming for a teenager to start the process, so if possible, get your parents involved and let them help you get started. Show them this website or print out some of the articles under Recruiting Tips. The parents on this board will also help where we can, just ask.

I Am Also A Junior Wanting To Get Out Some Letters...When Is The Right Time... Who Do U Addres The Letters To ( Dear...? )

SloppY and Logan15xx,
Now is a good time during your Junior year to send letters to baseball coaches.
Go to a sight such as US Universities by State find the schools that interest you, click on them to go to their website, go to baseball, then to Coaches to get the name of the coach. Most websites will have a mailing address and an email address in which you can contact the coach. While you are at the website, check out their baseball program and look at their roster to see how many players they already have that play your position. Lots of information on their websites.

The sample letter of introduction on the High School Baseball Web is a good one to go by. Basically, you just want to introduce yourself to the coach, tell him somethings about you (baseball and academics) and let him know that you are interested in playing in his program.

Get started right away, and good luck!

On the left side of this page there is a green pop out box, direct your browser to it, it will pop out. Click on the topic "recruiting tips" then click on for parents, players, & coaches, once open you will see info on sample letters and everything you need to do.

CV

SloppY -
There really isn't any right or wrong format. With an introduction letter, keep it short; neatly written or typed; send a profile of your basic contact information and baseball stats and awards; let them know of your interest; provide a schedule and let them know if you will be attending any showcases or tournaments in their area. The Recruiting tips on the link provided will give you a sample profile. Here's an example of what you might put in a letter when returning a profile sent to you. Just keep the letter short (1 page), let them know of your interest in their program; provide basic baseball information, and reference contact information. You could also attach a baseball picture of you.
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(Date)

(Coach's first & last name)
(College address)

Coach ________ :

I want to thank you for your letter. It is great to have (school name) show an interest in my baseball ability. I am very interested in learning more about your program.

Attached is the completed information sheet you sent. Next month I will be attending the _____________________ tournament in _______ on _____ __, ____. I have also included my spring schedule. Please let me know if there is additional information I can provide.

I look forward to talking with you soon.

(player signature)

(player name)
(address)
(phone #)
(e-mail address)
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Sloppy,

Very good tips here, I had my son print out the Head Coach's bio and read it, and explain to me what significant things he found in his research.I then asked him to include a snippet in his opening paragraph.

Dear Coach Needles,

Congratulations on your 3rd straight College World Series appearance in just your 4th year as the Head Coach at Cactus State.I am looking forward to learning more about Cactus State and hope I might become a part of your program.


Catchersdad

I think that is great advice Catcher's Dad. We as parents expect a coach to have done his homework on our kid and to know what he's done, etc. In turn, if a kid is interested in a program, he should do his research and be familiar with coach and program. His letter and conversations with the staff should reflect this information. Recruiting is a two way street. Good advice!

RHP05 offers some really good advice - I think it is a very good starting point! Good luck.