When can a 2006 grad verbally commit to a DI/II
school?
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My youngest turned 3 on Wednesday. If he so chose, he could verbally commit to a college right now. Of course, stringing the phrase "verbal commitment" together might be a linguistic challenge for him. 
Seriously, there is nothing governing when an athlete may make a verbal committment. I've worked with many athletes who had verbal offers as sophomores and could commit if they chose. There have been cases of basketball phenoms verbally committing in the 8th grade.
Of course, there is nothing binding on either side with these commits.
Seriously, there is nothing governing when an athlete may make a verbal committment. I've worked with many athletes who had verbal offers as sophomores and could commit if they chose. There have been cases of basketball phenoms verbally committing in the 8th grade.
Of course, there is nothing binding on either side with these commits.
Legal trusim: **** contracts aren't worth the paper they're not written on.
p.s. sorry, didn't know that o-r-a-l was a banished word.
p.s. sorry, didn't know that o-r-a-l was a banished word.
Not knocking anyones choice but why commit so early ?--- it cannot be on paper and why shut the door to other opportunities that may arise
Agree with TR, unless your dad, uncle, or grandpa is the head coach. 
CV
CV
outfielder - first let me appologize for previous replys - those guys prolly have mixed their meds, are grumpy, sarcastic and a bit senile - and some even suspect they maybe "alias's", all being the same person
anyway, here's what you're looking for -
a recruited '06 can & should announce a verbal as soon as he makes his mind up - that announcement is intended by NCAA "rule" to (pretty much) stop other schools from recruiting him and let him concentrate on school, hs-baseball, & life
it's also real cool, tho pretty tough, to call the other coaches who have been recruiting you to inform them personally - - - & contrary to what some may say -
a MAN giving his word is as good as GOLD to another MAN
good luck to you, & I hope that helps
anyway, here's what you're looking for -
a recruited '06 can & should announce a verbal as soon as he makes his mind up - that announcement is intended by NCAA "rule" to (pretty much) stop other schools from recruiting him and let him concentrate on school, hs-baseball, & life
it's also real cool, tho pretty tough, to call the other coaches who have been recruiting you to inform them personally - - - & contrary to what some may say -
a MAN giving his word is as good as GOLD to another MAN
good luck to you, & I hope that helps
TR:
Here's why: If it is the right school and the right coach and the attraction is mutual and the offer is for in essence 100 percent of everything, then why not?
Here's why: If it is the right school and the right coach and the attraction is mutual and the offer is for in essence 100 percent of everything, then why not?
jemaz,
That is what's known as a "perfect fit" and I say go for it, only thing is you never really know if it's the right school and right coach until you go to school there, live there, and play there. 100% baseball scholarships are very rare.
CV
That is what's known as a "perfect fit" and I say go for it, only thing is you never really know if it's the right school and right coach until you go to school there, live there, and play there. 100% baseball scholarships are very rare.
CV
On my travel club, we have two '06 player already give thier verbal commit. One is recieving a the full ride and the other books and tuition. They did thier homework to find a school that would be a good fit. IF you find a college that fits all your needs by all means commit. Don't settle to early if you are unsure.
Until the Letter of Intent is signed and sealed there is no "deal" ---be careful
Let's also keep in mind the realities of recruiting and the timeline of scholarship offers.
Most coaches who are offering to 2006 grads at this point are targeting their top choices only. From a coach's standpoint, he needs to know if pitcher A is coming on board, and he needs to know in a certain time frame. If not, he needs to move on to pitcher B on his list.
There's really nothing sinister about this. If the fit is good and the money makes sense and everyone is satisfied,then go for it.
If you are being offered this early you are a high level player. If something goes south in your committed situation prior to the early signing period, chances are someone else will be glad to have you.
Most coaches who are offering to 2006 grads at this point are targeting their top choices only. From a coach's standpoint, he needs to know if pitcher A is coming on board, and he needs to know in a certain time frame. If not, he needs to move on to pitcher B on his list.
There's really nothing sinister about this. If the fit is good and the money makes sense and everyone is satisfied,then go for it.
If you are being offered this early you are a high level player. If something goes south in your committed situation prior to the early signing period, chances are someone else will be glad to have you.
quote:Until the Letter of Intent is signed and sealed there is no "deal" ---be careful
I would recommend remaining careful. "Deals" have been known to change, by either party, after they are signed as well. There plenty of schools where fall ball is a glorified try-out for the few remaining dollars anyway.