How to Research Schools and Create a Target List of Where You'd Like to Play Baseball
The process of getting recruited to play college baseball can be broken down into more manageable steps. We're going to focus on researching schools and creating a target list of where you'd like to play baseball.
One of the most crucial things you can do to get recruited is to make a list of schools that you want to attend. This will assist you in focusing your efforts and improving your chances of being invited to colleges that are a good fit for you. How, on the other hand, do you go about making a target list?
Researching Schools
A great way to commence your college baseball school research is by talking with your coach. They most likely have a good sense of what level you will be able to compete at and can provide you with some recommendations based on that feedback. You can also talk to family and friends who might know someone playing college baseball currently. They could share some beneficial perspectives that hadn't occurred to you yet.
Now that you have a few schools in mind, it is time to do some research. A good place to start is by looking at the website for the baseball team of each school. This will give you an idea of the level of competition they are playing at and what their facilities look like. It is also a good idea to read any articles or blog posts that have been written about the team or the school in general. This will give you a better understanding of what the school is all about and whether or not it would be a good fit for you.
Creating Your Target List
Once you know everything there is to know, it's time to start building your target list. Make a list of all the institutions that meet your criteria (location, size, sort of institution, etc.). After that, cut the list down to 10-15 schools that are your top choices. From there, cut it down even further to 5-7 schools who are your absolutely ideal options. These are the colleges with which you should concentrate your efforts when being recruited.
Conclusion
The process of getting recruited can seem daunting, but if you break it down into smaller steps, it's not as overwhelming as it seems. In this blog post, we focused on how to research schools and create a target list of where you'd like to play baseball. By following these steps, you'll be well on your way to getting recruited by the schools that are the best fit for you!