Parent Recruiting Advice
How to Help—Not Hurt—Your Child’s Recruiting Process - Advice From a DI Hockey Dad
By Kaila Pinkney|July 22, 2025
Discover how parents can support their child through college recruiting the right way. Division I hockey dad Brian Pinkney shares real talk on boundaries, stress, and smart involvement.
Recruiting Control
Who’s Getting Recruited—You or Your Parents? How High School Athletes Can Take Back Control
By Camryn Blake|July 10, 2025
Overbearing parents can ruin your recruiting process—and your shot at a scholarship. Learn when parents help, when they hurt, and how to take back control.
Wallet Friendly Mothers Day Gifts
20 Fun Mother's Day Gifts for Athletes to Send or Give on a Budget
By Camryn Blake|May 4, 2025
No need to break the bank! Here are 14 fun, affordable Mother’s Day gift ideas perfect for athletes—whether you're home or away at school.
Parents Just Don't Understand
How Mom & Dad Could Blow Up Your Scholarship Offer - How to Defuse It Fast
By Camryn Blake|May 2, 2025
Parents mean well, but 68% of coaches call over-involved moms & dads deal-breakers. Spot the red flags, fix them, and save your scholarship dream today.
PARENT INTERVIEW
A Mom’s Guide to Surviving the College Recruiting Rollercoaster—With Twins
By Charles Keller|March 1, 2025
Laura Keller, a proud mom from sunny Laguna Beach, CA, has her hands full with a set of twins working on surviving the college recruiting process. But here’s the twist—while...
PARENT POV
A College Recruiting Diary From a Parent's Point of View
By 2aDays Staff|December 22, 2023
This recruiting diary will follow the point of view of a parent who is currently going through the college recruiting process with her daughter (class of 2025). It will embrace...
Thanks, Mom!
Behind Every Athlete: The Vital Role of Supportive Moms in Athletics
By Kelly Wick|May 12, 2023
Mothers are often the unsung heroes in the world of sports. While athletes are often celebrated for their achievements, it's important not to overlook the critical role that supportive moms...
Come on, Mom and Dad!
Pestering Parents? 3 Signs That Indicate You Aren’t Playing Your Sport for You
By Bella Nevin|April 26, 2023
Parents are a huge part of our process of becoming a college athlete–in fact, oftentimes, they are the reason we ever started playing in the first place. Their time driving...
March Memories
One Shining Moment: 8 Historic Memories From Past March Madness Tournaments
By Kelly Wick|March 14, 2023
Sports have a way of creating unforgettable moments that stay with us for years, even decades, after they happen. These moments can be incredibly emotional, inspiring, or simply awe-inspiring, and...
All Eyes on the Big Dance
Don’t Miss One Shining Moment: A Quick Guide to Watching March Madness 2023
By Kelly Wick|March 13, 2023
Get ready for March Madness 2023! I’m sure you’ve heard the term “March Madness” before but if you don't know how to get in on the action (or even what...
Be Curious!
4 Questions Parents Should Ask College Coaches During the Recruiting Process
By Kelly Wick|February 8, 2023
The recruiting process is hard on recruits, but it can also be daunting for parents. You ultimately want your child to be independent and make their own choices about schools...
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Recruiting Horror Story: When Parents Overstep
By Rebecca Haight|January 31, 2023
Come back every Tuesday for Recruiting Horror Stories™, athletes’ first-hand stories on what can go wrong during the recruiting process. As a high school senior recruit, Layla was just starting...
Stay in Your Lane!
2 Green Lights and 2 Red Lights For Parents in the Recruiting Process
By Nicholas Nathanson|December 13, 2022
For most parents, college will mark the first time that their child will be apart from their family for an extended period of time. For athletes, finding the right school...
Be Supportive!
Our Parents’ 4 Key Jobs in the Athletic Recruitment Process
By Elisabeth French|December 9, 2022
My mom and dad come from very different backgrounds. Countries and cultures separate their childhoods and adolescent years. My dad just gets it. He was recruited and went D1, whereas...
Be in the Know!
4 Big Questions Parents Should Ask Coaches During the Recruiting Process
By William Calhoun|November 17, 2022
As a parent, you play a vital role in your child’s recruiting process. Parents who want the best for their kids should know the ins and outs of what a...
Mama Drama!
Recruiting Horror Story: Mom Stole My Letter of Intent on Signing Day!
By Firoz George|September 6, 2022
Come back every Tuesday for Recruiting Horror Stories™, athletes’ first-hand stories on what can go wrong during the recruiting process. End: It's always hard for parents to see their children...