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Can you expound on the roster game?  

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Several of the schools my son spoke with that showed above more than just casual interest, when we started researching roster attrition and the number of players on their fall roster (playing the roster game) it became clear that they were looking for quantity, not quality. We had one school that had 106 players on their fall roster. Their were several others that were 65+. One RC at a NAIA school made it clear they wanted him and made a big push his Jr year, watched him play several times, texts, contact with his HS coach and travel coach. The RC ended up leaving the program, my son contacted The HC to start the convo with him directly, HC had no idea who he was. HC invited son to the school to workout and get a look. They did end up showing interest, but after our visit it was clear there was friction between the academic department and baseball. Academics was the #1 factor for my son choosing a school, 2nd was playing baseball. He chose a school that fit very well academically and gave him a true chance to play 4 years of baseball. The school typically has 42-45 on the fall roster. Everything the coach told us aligned with the history of his tenure at the school, as it pertained to opportunities to play and academic support for the student athlete. He was clear that he doesn’t over recruit. My son was swimming in the D2, D3 and NAIA pond. He ended up at a D3. I hope I answered your question.

Loved means coach is showing interest and keeping in touch. Extending concrete offers with dollar amounts and deadlines to accept. Regarding over-recruiting, yes it happens and yes you need to be aware. Ask the coach point blank do you have a JV roster? How many players do you carry? SNHU has players spilling out of the dugout and the bullpen on game day. D1 and Juco transfers are not uncommon. Look them up. Regardless of showing love, the school needs to pass the Tommy John test. Will your player be happy at that school if baseball goes away? Good luck and trust the process.

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