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I was checking out some various videos posted on this and other sites taken by parents/interested parties and thought it might be good to have a discussion on what makes a good recruiting video either for posting on here or you tube etc.  I have opinions on what I like but  it may be helpful for those that are starting to put video together on what is typically best/more viewable.   These are some things I like to see for what its worth:  Shoot video horizontally with iphone/android so you get more of the action in the frame and a little better feel for what is going on than if you shoot vertical; 2) stay stationary and dont walk around.  If you do walk around, cut the excess time out of the video; 3) use editing software to add title and identify player and provide contact info on player and coaches; 4) no music; 5) keep less than 2 minutes if possible; 6) edit video to remove dead time throwing ball back to pitcher (or whenever there is no action); 7) Try not to talk or comment while filming and especially dont be critical or comment on other players; 8) Let video run a second or two longer than you think so as not to cut out any action.  I also read once not to put the situation in a header ie.  Little Johnny doubles down line with 2 outs in bottom of 7th to win game.  Others?

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Fred, I think you nailed a lot of good standard guidelines.  Some others would be to try to have a mix of game action and practice/training reps with the game reps preferably against good competition.  Get angles of pitchers and hitters both from the back and from the side.  Include listing measurables (height, weight, year, running speed, throwing velo, exit velo, etc.) along with the player and reference contact info.

Also, guys, there are tons of threads here on this topic that can be searched. 

Tug, as far as when to send, the general rule of thumb is when the player has something to show whatever level he is targeting.  A common mistake, I think, is for recruits/parents to think most college coaches will rely on a player developing skill sets after they recruit them.  There is a degree of projection sometimes but the majority of college RC's want to see guys who display a skill set that makes it pretty clear they can either help them immediately upon arrival or be pretty close to being able to do so.  There are also threads here that discuss typical measurables that various college levels are looking for.  Some rare players have lots to show as freshmen.  Some, not until senior year.  Really, I would say most aren't physically mature enough, strong enough or have a reasonably developed skill set until around junior year.  RC's also want to see how a player can perform against formidable competition.  So, while there are certainly exceptions, most frosh and sophs are not playing with any regularity against college level players.  If your son is doing so with success, then lean toward sending out earlier.  If not, no rush.  If your son is being generally regarded as a D1 prospect, send out earlier.  If not, no rush.

cabbagedad posted:

Fred, I think you nailed a lot of good standard guidelines.  Some others would be to try to have a mix of game action and practice/training reps with the game reps preferably against good competition.  Get angles of pitchers and hitters both from the back and from the side.  Include listing measurables (height, weight, year, running speed, throwing velo, exit velo, etc.) along with the player and reference contact info.

Also, guys, there are tons of threads here on this topic that can be searched. 

Tug, as far as when to send, the general rule of thumb is when the player has something to show whatever level he is targeting.  A common mistake, I think, is for recruits/parents to think most college coaches will rely on a player developing skill sets after they recruit them.  There is a degree of projection sometimes but the majority of college RC's want to see guys who display a skill set that makes it pretty clear they can either help them immediately upon arrival or be pretty close to being able to do so.  There are also threads here that discuss typical measurables that various college levels are looking for.  Some rare players have lots to show as freshmen.  Some, not until senior year.  Really, I would say most aren't physically mature enough, strong enough or have a reasonably developed skill set until around junior year.  RC's also want to see how a player can perform against formidable competition.  So, while there are certainly exceptions, most frosh and sophs are not playing with any regularity against college level players.  If your son is doing so with success, then lean toward sending out earlier.  If not, no rush.  If your son is being generally regarded as a D1 prospect, send out earlier.  If not, no rush.

Cabbage,

thanks for the thoughtful reply. Somehow I missed it when you posted it. My son is a 2022, so we’re are really just starting to try to plot a successful course to follow over the next couple of years. 

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