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College Recruiting Weekly Podcast

Dan Tudor - Tudor Collegiate Strategies
College Recruiting
Transfer Portal
Recruiting
Culture
Psychology
Name, Image and Likeness
Leadership In Athletics
Communication
Team Culture
Ethics In Recruiting
Saying No To Prospects
Recruiting Timeline
Emotional Connection
Sales Psychology
Education
Blueprint To Bluechip
Dan Tudor
Gwynedd Mercy University
Parental Expectations In Youth Sports
Freshman Integration

We teach college coaches how to communicate and tell their program's story to prospect student-athletes more effectively, and discuss the trending topics around one of the most important behind-the-scenes aspects of college athletics: Recruiting.

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You're done recruiting - maybe even earlier than you thought! - and now the big questions are... - What do I do now? - What's my message to this class of commits? - How can I make sure they stay committed? - What's the best way to integrate my team w... more

On today's episode, Dan Tudor talks one-on-one with Bill Carter, the founder of NIL Forum and a university professor who specializes in understanding NIL and it's role in college athletics. In the conversation, Bill and Dan talk about: - The impact o... more

On this episode, we talk to Bob Stocking, who is going to teach you something you probably didn't know you needed to know how to do: Asking the right questions of your prospects, and making sure you answer them in a way that communicates what you wan... more

Do coaches create their culture? Or, does their culture dictate the actions by the coach? Every college coach and recruiter struggles with that idea, as well as the basic how-to aspect of defining, developing and fostering the right culture for his o... more

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Recent Guests

Bill Carter
Founder of Student Athlete Insights and the NIL Forum; co-founder of Fuse; faculty at Boston College and University of Vermont
Student Athlete Insights; NIL Forum; Fuse; Boston College; University of Vermont
Episode: Episode 223: What's the Future of NIL?
Dan Tudor
Host
Tudor Collegiate Strategies
Episode: Episode 223: What's the Future of NIL?
Bob Stocking
Executive at Enliven Work, expert on questioning frameworks
Enliven Work
Episode: Episode 222: Asking Your Prospect the Right Questions, and Giving Them the Right Answers
Chad Gunnelson
Track and field coach at Augustana College
Augustana College
Episode: Episode 221: The Case for Cultures Created by Coaches
AJ Escobar
Volleyball coach at Sweet Briar College
Sweet Briar College
Episode: Episode 220: Rebuilding Your Program
Chris Knoester
Professor of Sociology at The Ohio State University; Principal Investigator of the National Sport and Society Survey
The Ohio State University
Episode: Episode 219: Understanding the Mindset of the Parent of a Rising Athlete Prospect
Keith Mondillo
Athletic director at Gwynedd Mercy University and recruiting advisor to families
Gwynedd Mercy University
Episode: Episode 217: Lessons From an Athletic Director Who Also Advises Rising Prospects
Erin Sarles
Co-founder of Blueprint to Bluechip, focuses on character development and holistic athlete preparation
Blueprint to Bluechip
Episode: Episode 216: Understanding the Blueprint to This Generation of Athletic Prospect
Thomas Roe
Co-founder of Blueprint to Bluechip, focuses on physical development and integration with mental preparation
Blueprint to Bluechip
Episode: Episode 216: Understanding the Blueprint to This Generation of Athletic Prospect

Host

Dan Tudor
Host of the show and key guide for discussions on college recruiting, program building, and leadership in athletics.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 52 ratings
  • The Secret Weapon in My Recruiting Process

    This podcast has been such a great resource for me as a coach. The tips and ideas I’ve picked up here have really helped me recruit and sign higher caliber athletes. Each year we’ve been able to bring in stronger classes and raise our recruiting standards because of it. If you want something that gives you real tools you can use right away in recruiting this is the podcast for you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Evan Vaxter
    United States9 months ago
  • Dan Tudor cares.

    Like the title of my review states, Dan Tudor cares. You only have one chance to do this recruiting process right. Listen to learn what coaches are thinking. Listen to this to help the young person you care about.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Coach Choi
    United States2 years ago
  • Nothing short of AMAZING...

    I wish this resource were around when I was coaching. (I also wish there were smartphones & podcasts back then for that matter.) Packed with insights, ideas from inside and outside collegiate athletics and it's entertaining as heck too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Coach Bru
    United States9 years ago
  • So helpful

    This is a great resource for college coaches!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hitty shot
    United States9 years ago
  • Finally!!! Packed with Value

    Every college coach and aspiring college coach should add Dan's podcast to their regular rotation of podcasts!! So much value packed into it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tree131313131313
    United States10 years ago

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Insightful, practical guidance coaches can apply immediately.
Listeners often see this as essential weekly content for college recruiting teams.
Great balance of theory and tactical steps for onboarding new athletes.
Loved the real-world examples and culture-focused approach.
Very actionable tips on recruiting conversations and messaging.

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Episode 219: Understanding the Mindset of the Parent of a Rising Athlete Prospect
Q: Based on your research, how important is it to include the parent in the recruiting process and to talk with them as well as the athlete?
It is very important to involve parents, provide them with empirical information about realistic outcomes, and maintain open lines of communication to support the athlete's development and family well-being rather than focusing solely on sport outcomes.
Episode 218: The Challenges of Recruiting and Roster Management
Q: What follow up questions would you have, or what sounded right, or still sort of some question marks around some of the things I said?
The guest responds that the key points are understanding the timing of conversations, how to frame cuts as part of building a stronger program, and how to support athletes by guiding them to options via the transfer portal while preserving culture and relationships.
Episode 217: Lessons From an Athletic Director Who Also Advises Rising Prospects
Q: What is your general advice for college coaches as they navigate recruiting with athletes and families in mind?
Coaches should stay within NCAA guidelines while keeping doors open through club and high school channels, communicate broadly about fit and outcomes, and prioritize building relationships over chasing a singular 'powerful' offer.
Episode 221: The Case for Cultures Created by Coaches
Q: What should coaches consider when recruiting to culture in the transfer portal era?
Be explicit about what your culture is, ensure the candidate can genuinely fit and contribute to it, and be prepared to say no to individuals who won't align with the team's values—because misfit personnel drain time and energy from the core mission.
Episode 221: The Case for Cultures Created by Coaches
Q: How do you balance giving athletes autonomy with maintaining a cohesive team culture?
Leadership and ownership are cultivated by giving athletes a voice and letting captains lead meetings; the culture is shaped by inputs from the team, which helps people connect to the vision while still aligning with core standards.

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What is College Recruiting Weekly Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on practical recruiting tactics for college programs, with a heavy emphasis on communications, culture, and long-term program development. Episodes cover NIL infrastructure, ethical recruiting practices, how to engage influencers around a prospect, and strategies for onboarding, retention, and culture-building as rosters grow or transition. A notable throughline is the focus on clear messaging, transparent processes, and leadership approaches that align staff, athletes, and families toward sustainable success. The roster of guests tends to be experienced coaches, athletic directors, and education/athletics professionals who bring hands-on recruiting insights and real-world case studies that coaches can apply in their own p... more

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2. Dan Tudor
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6. Chris Knoester
7. Keith Mondillo
8. Erin Sarles

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