Real Recruiting Letters – Sample #5
December 9th, 2009 - byLetter from Coach, Sample #5
Dear Lisa:
Thank you for your interest in our college program. Our recruiting is on a national level, and we are looking for talented students who can meet the high-level athletic and academic demands of a challenging program. Please complete the enclosed questionnaire and return it as soon as possible. Include a schedule of events where you will be competing. If you have video available, send it to us at your convenience.
Thank you,
Coach Anderson
What this letter means, and how a student-athlete should respond:
The coach is responding to the student’s letter, but Coach Anderson has not seen her compete. The comment that the program is recruiting on a national level implies that the coach expects to recruit players who are at the very top of their graduating class. While a schedule request and offer to view a video are encouraging, no actual commitment has been made to evaluate the athlete. She should pursue her interest in this school, but keep her options open!
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