Questions to Ask a Coach on a College Visit
Competitive, respectful questions to clarify fit, development, scholarship realities, and team culture.
1Where do you see me fitting in the roster in year one and two?
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Where do you see me fitting in the roster in year one and two?
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Why this works
Tests honest eval and development plan.
2What does a typical in-season week look like?
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What does a typical in-season week look like?
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Why this works
Reveals time demands and academic balance.
3How do redshirt decisions get made?
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How do redshirt decisions get made?
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Why this works
Clarifies eligibility strategy and expectations.
4What resources support athlete academics here?
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What resources support athlete academics here?
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Why this works
Highlights tutoring, advising, and travel policies.
5How are scholarships structured and renewed?
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How are scholarships structured and renewed?
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Why this works
Understands partials, performance, and timelines.
6What’s your approach to injury prevention and return to play?
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What’s your approach to injury prevention and return to play?
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Why this works
Checks sports med, S&C, and communication.
7What roles do captains play in culture?
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What roles do captains play in culture?
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Why this works
Team leadership and accountability signals.
8How often do freshmen get real minutes?
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How often do freshmen get real minutes?
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Why this works
Reality check on opportunity.
9What film or metrics do you track for my position?
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What film or metrics do you track for my position?
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Why this works
Aligns on improvement and evaluation.
10What does success look like for you in the next two seasons?
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What does success look like for you in the next two seasons?
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Why this works
Calibrates ambition and role in it.
11Can I meet players without staff present?
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Can I meet players without staff present?
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Why this works
Seeks unfiltered culture read.
12What’s the next step if we’re both interested?
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What’s the next step if we’re both interested?
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Why this works
Sets clear recruiting timeline and actions.
Recruiting Prep
Expert tips and techniques for getting the most out of these questions.