Roadmap to College Soccer : Temple Athlete Advisory Group

The NCAA is on the verge of changing college sports eligibility forever — and if your athlete is in the 2027 or 2028 recruiting class, this episode is required listening.Grant and Erik break down the proposed Five-for-Five eligibility model, what it actually means for roster spots, why the 2027 class is most directly in the crosshairs, and how stacking this change on top of the two semester season and transfer portal compression creates a landscape that looks nothing like it did even two years ago.They also get into what it actually looks like when a family lets the recruiting process happen to them instead of driving it — and why that story ends the same way every time.New episodes every Friday. Follow on YouTube, Apple Podcasts and Spotify!Book a free strategy call with TAAG: https://templeathlete.com/strategy?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=ep10-player-perspective&utm_content=description

The NCAA just announced a major change to D1 Men's Soccer, and if your athlete is a 2027 or 2028 recruit, this effects you directly.In Episode 9 of the 'Roadmap to College Soccer', Grant and Erik break down the proposed two semester season, what happens to the transfer portal, the five year eligibility rule, and what all of it means for families navigating the college soccer recruiting process right now.New episodes every week. Follow on YouTube, Apple Podcasts and Spotify! Book a free strategy call with TAAG: https://templeathlete.com/strategy?utm_source=youtube_ep9

The conversation covers the success and growth of the Hampton-Sydney Men's Soccer program, the unique challenges of recruiting for an all-male institution, and the importance of character and culture in building a winning team. It also delves into the mindset and preparation for the season, as well as the evolving landscape of college soccer recruiting. The college soccer landscape has shifted, impacting player recruitment and decision-making. The importance of finding the right fit and being open-minded is emphasized. Relationships, exposure, and character traits play a crucial role in the recruiting process. The significance of effective communication and life skills development is highlighted.Chapters00:00 Building a Winning Program09:01 Character and Culture in College Soccer23:00 Evolving Landscape of College Soccer Recruiting28:21 Character Traits and Fit35:32 Effective Communication and Life Skills

The conversation explores the importance of being recruitable, the skills and soft skills required for college recruiting, the role of connections, positioning, and marketability, and the reality of college recruiting. It emphasizes the need for education and preparation to navigate the college recruiting game effectively. The conversation delves into the importance of preparation in navigating the college soccer landscape, highlighting the unfairness of the recruiting process and the need for proactive action. It emphasizes the importance of learning recruiting skills and the role of Temple Athlete Advisory Group in providing advisory support for key decision-making during the recruiting process.

Episode 3 of the 'Roadmap to College Soccer' welcomes Chris Koch to the show! Chris is currently an Assistant Coach at Army West Point (D1) and provides some unique insight into their recruiting process. Tune in to hear from a current college soccer coach about the recruitment landscape here in United States.

Our pilot episode is an introduction of Erik & Grant Temple and our new business which is Temple Athlete Advisory Group.We touch on the foundation of our business and talk about what we will cover in future episodes.