Recruitable

Tajuana
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The college sports landscape has changed. Coaches are pulling from the transfer portal. Rosters are shrinking. The window for a high school athlete to be seen is shorter than most families realize — and it is closing fast. Recruitable is the resource we wish we had: real strategy, real timelines, and real talk from two parents who have navigated this process from both sides of the era. It takes all hands on deck. We are here to be part of yours.

Episodes

  1. Sep 28

    Beyond the NCAA Eligibility Number:

    BEYOND THE ELIGIBILITY NUMBER🚨 On the next episode of Recruitable, we’re going beyond the NCAA eligibility number. You have the play level. You earned the offer. You signed your NLI. Then you find out… you’re not eligible to compete. How did that happen? Who is responsible? 🏫 High school counselors? 🏈 College coaches? 🎓 High school coaches? 👤 Student-athletes? 👨‍👩‍👧 Parents? Eligibility isn’t something to think about AFTER the offer. It starts with the right classes, the right information, and accountability years before signing day. Let’s talk about it. 🎙️ Recruitable: Stay Recruitable. Stay Eligible.

    Beyond the NCAA Eligibility Number:

  2. Sep 17

    Beyond the Scholarship; What Families Need to know About Recruiting.

    On this episode of Recruitable: A Sports Family Podcast, we sit down with University of Iowa Assistant Coach & Recruiting Coordinator Jason Wakenight to talk about the myths surrounding college recruiting—and what families really need to understand beyond the scholarship. 🎓 Is the scholarship enough? We talk about finding the right fit academically, culturally, athletically, and with the coaching staff. Because getting an offer is one thing. Finding the right place to develop and succeed is another. We also break down: 🏃🏾‍♂️ Recruiting Myths — What do athletes and families often misunderstand about the recruiting process? 🎓 Beyond the Scholarship — Why academics, culture, coaching, development, and opportunity matter when choosing a school. 🔄 The Transfer Portal — How has the portal changed the recruiting landscape for current and future college athletes? 📋 Roster Limits — What should high school athletes and families understand about the changing college roster environment? 🏆 The Big Ten & Power 5 — What makes recruiting at the highest levels of college athletics different? And most importantly: What should families be asking BEFORE they say yes to an offer? Because being recruited isn't just about getting an offer. It's about making sure you are still RECRUITABLE—and that the school you choose is the right place for your journey. 🎧 Listen to Recruitable: A Sports Family Podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. #Recruitable #SportsFamily #CollegeRecruiting #TrackAndField #NCAA

    Beyond the Scholarship; What Families Need to know About Recruiting.

  3. Sep 3

    Parent Check In/New School Year…

    🎙️ NEXT ON RECRUITABLE: PARENT CHECK-IN! Parents…y’all alright?! 😂 The new school year is here, bringing new opportunities, new recruiting conversations, and probably a few new gray hairs! On this episode of Recruitable: A Sports Family Podcast, we’re checking in with parents and talking about: 🏫 The new school year & new opportunities 📅 Recruiting calendars for ALL sports 🎯 How to stay RECRUITABLE—even after you receive an offer 🏆 What athletes and parents should be focused on right now An offer is exciting—but the work doesn’t stop there. Stay ready. Stay focused. Stay Recruitable! 🎧 Listen to Recruitable on Spotify & Apple Podcasts ▶️ Watch on YouTube

    Parent Check In/New School Year…

  4. Aug 15

    A Conversation with Marc Anderson About The Mental Game of Recruiting: Confidence, Resilience & Performing Under Pressure

    What separates a talented athlete from one who is truly ready to perform at the next level? The mental game. In this powerful episode of Recruitable, Donald Robinson sits down with Marc Anderson, a licensed clinical social worker, certified mental performance coach, former college athlete, and experienced coach who has worked with athletes across numerous sports. Marc breaks down why confidence, resilience, focus, self-talk, and emotional balance can be just as important as speed, strength, and skill—especially as athletes face the pressures of competition and college recruiting. 🎯 In this episode, you'll learn: • Why talent alone isn't enough to reach the next level • How confidence is built through your thoughts and habits • Why failure should be viewed as an opportunity to learn—not an identity • How social comparison and parental pressure can hurt performance • The difference between supporting your athlete and trying to control them • The "Udas"—words and expectations that can create mental handcuffs • How to control the controllables and block out outside noise • Visualization, positive self-talk and growth mindset strategies • Why athletes need a "mental Swiss Army knife" of skills • What parents should look for when choosing a mental performance coach • Why mental performance skills extend far beyond sports and into life One of the biggest takeaways from this conversation: you can't always control what happens to you—but you can develop the skills to control how you respond. For athletes pursuing the next level, developing the mind should be part of the development plan—not an afterthought. If your athlete is struggling with confidence, pressure, consistency or bouncing back from adversity, this episode is worth watching. 👍 LIKE this episode 🔔 SUBSCRIBE to Recruitable 💬 COMMENT below: What mental skill has helped you—or your athlete—the most? 🎙️ RECRUITABLE Real conversations. Actionable insights. Helping athletes and families navigate the recruitment journey. #Recruitable #MentalPerformance #CollegeRecruiting #AthleteDevelopment #SportsPsychology #MentalGame #StudentAthlete #SportsPerformance

  5. Jul 31

    Recruitable: Hampton University Head Football - Coach Van Malone

    A special thank you to Hampton University Head Football Coach Malone for taking the time to sit down withRecruitable: A Sports Family Podcast. In this episode, Coach Malone breaks down what separates a football prospect from the athlete who actually earns a scholarship offer. He shares what it takes to stay on a college coach's recruiting board, how to position yourself to receive an offer, and why your biggest competition extends far beyond the players you line up against on Friday nights. Coach Malone also discusses the importance of having transparent conversations, setting realistic goals, and understanding what it truly takes to compete at the next level. If you're a high school football player, parent, or coach navigating the recruiting process, this is an episode you won't want to miss. 🎙️ Recruitable: A Sports Family Podcast Real conversations. Real recruiting. Real insight.

  6. Jul 13

    Recruitable Episode 6: A Conversation with Oklahoma Sooners head track&field Coach James Thomas!

    🎙️ Episode 6 of Recruitable: A Sports Family Podcast You don't want to miss this one! We're joined by University of Oklahoma Head Track & Field Coach James Thomas for an honest conversation about the changing landscape of college track & field recruiting. In this episode, we discuss: 📅 The NCAA Track & Field recruiting calendar🔄 The new 5-in-5 rule and what it means for the future of recruiting⚖️ The impact of Title IX on men's athletic scholarships and roster opportunitiesWhether you're a high school athlete, parent, coach, or recruiting enthusiast, this episode provides valuable insight into where college recruiting is headed. 🎧 Listen now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Buzzsprout. Recruitable: A Sports Family Podcast Helping families navigate the ever-changing world of college athletics.

    Recruitable Episode 6: A Conversation with Oklahoma Sooners head track&field Coach James Thomas!

  7. Jul 9

    Recruitable Episode 5: Year-Round Athlete Development; A path toward athletic recruitment

    Talent may get an athlete noticed—but skill development is what prepares them to compete at the next level.   In this episode of the Recruitable Family Podcast, host Donald Robinson sits down with veteran coach and athletic performance specialist Dennis Robinsonto explore one of the most overlooked parts of the recruiting journey: developing athletes the right way.   Drawing from more than a decade of coaching experience, USATF Level I and Level II certifications, and years of developing athletes across multiple sports, Dennis explains why science-based coaching, long-term athletic development, and mindset are the true foundation of athletic success. Whether your child plays football, basketball, soccer, volleyball, baseball, softball, lacrosse, or track & field, this conversation will help parents and athletes understand what separates average training from purposeful development.

    Recruitable Episode 5: Year-Round Athlete Development; A path toward athletic recruitment

  8. Jun 27

    Recruitable Episode: 4 A Conversation with SEC Assistant Track & Field Coach TJ Harris

    This episode is a must-listen for every high school track & field recruit and their family. We sit down with TJ Harris, Assistant Track & Field Coach at Mizzou, to discuss the new NCAA 5-in-5 rule, how to effectively market your track & field performances to college coaches, and what it takes to compete in a Power 5 conference. If you're serious about competing at the next level, you won't want to miss this conversation.

    Recruitable Episode: 4 A Conversation with SEC Assistant Track & Field Coach TJ Harris

  9. Jun 18

    Recruitable: Episode 3: Football Camping Season-Why your Recruiting Clock is Already Ticking!

    Football camp season is here, and every camp, post, and conversation matters. In this episode of Recruitable, we discuss how athletes can maximize camp opportunities, use social media as a powerful tool, and understand why recruiting requires urgency from day one of high school.

    Recruitable: Episode 3: Football Camping Season-Why your Recruiting Clock is Already Ticking!

  10. Jun 10

    Recruitable: Episode 2 : A conversation with State Champ Daniel Robinson. The process behind the podium!

    Daniel gives an athlete’s perspective as he shares the process behind the podium. From balancing multiple sports and academics to navigating the recruiting process. This is the story behind the results, the support system behind the success l, and lessons learned during 4 years of high school athletics.

    Recruitable: Episode 2 : A conversation with State Champ Daniel Robinson. The process behind the podium!

  11. May 20

    Recruitable: Episode 1 Part 2 Our Story “Getting a multisport athlete recruited “

    Recruitable

  12. May 4

    Recruitable: Episode 1 Our Story - The origin of Recruitable (Part 1)

    Our story - unscripted, honest, and real. We’re sharing our experience navigating the sports recruiting journey and what we’ve learned along the way.

    Recruitable: Episode 1 Our Story - The origin of Recruitable (Part 1)
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The college sports landscape has changed. Coaches are pulling from the transfer portal. Rosters are shrinking. The window for a high school athlete to be seen is shorter than most families realize — and it is closing fast. Recruitable is the resource we wish we had: real strategy, real timelines, and real talk from two parents who have navigated this process from both sides of the era. It takes all hands on deck. We are here to be part of yours.

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  • Creator
    Tajuana
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    12
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Recruitable
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    Recruitable