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Alex Swenson
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Welcome! I am here to assist high school athletes and their parents navigate the college recruiting process and finding the best college fit for them. In addition to helping with the technical aspects of recruiting, I also strive to support athletes mentally and physically throughout this exciting but potentially overwhelming time.

  1. 07/01/2025

    The Ultimate College Baseball Resume: What Coaches Actually Want to See

    Looking for better guidance through the recruiting process? Here is how I can help: The Premier Athletes Recruiting Program: Work with Alex directly and have a better, more reliable path to play college baseball. Coaches look at hundreds of profiles—but most of them miss the mark. In this episode, I break down what actually makes a college baseball resume stand out and how to create one that gives your son a real shot at getting recruited. We'll cover: ✅ Why most profiles get ignored after 30 seconds ✅ The key info coaches are really looking for ✅ What to include beyond just stats and metrics ✅ How to use video, academics, and your schedule to boost visibility ✅ The tool I built to help families put it all in one place If you want your son to stand out, don't just fill in numbers—build a profile that tells his full story.   #CollegeBaseball #BaseballRecruiting #PlayCollegeBaseball #RecruitingProfile #AthleteResume #BaseballParents #PremierAthletes #RecruitingTips

    6 min

  2. 05/21/2025

    How to Choose the Right Showcases and Camps for Recruiting

    Looking for better guidance through the recruiting process? Here is how I can help: The Premier Athletes Recruiting Program: Work with Alex directly and have a better, more reliable path to play college baseball. How to Choose the Right Showcases and Camps for Recruiting? With so many invites hitting your inbox, how do you know which showcases and camps are actually worth it? In this episode, I walk you through how to filter out the money grabs and focus on the events that give your son the best shot at real recruiting exposure. In this episode, we'll cover: ✅ What makes a showcase or camp truly valuable ✅ The red flags that signal wasted time and money ✅ Why it's critical to know which coaches will be there ✅ How to tell if an invite is the right fit for your son ✅ The role of game performance vs. pure metrics Smart families aren't going to every event—they're going to the right ones. #CollegeBaseball #BaseballRecruiting #PlayCollegeBaseball #RecruitingEvents #Showcases #BaseballParents #PremierAthletes #RecruitingTips

    7 min

  3. 05/01/2025

    The "Backdoor" to College Recruiting (Every School Has A Backdoor)

    Looking for better guidance through the recruiting process? Here is how I can help: The Premier Athletes Recruiting Program: Work with Alex directly and have a better, more reliable path to play college baseball. Ever wonder how a player you've never heard of ends up committing to a great school—while your son, who's just as talented, is still waiting? In this episode, I break down: ✅ The 5 "backdoor" levers that can open real recruiting opportunities ✅ Why personal connections often matter more than performance alone ✅ How academics can be a secret weapon in the recruiting process ✅ What it really means to target the right schools and coaches ✅ How to use social media and highlight videos to spark coach interest Most families overlook these strategies. But the players landing offers right now? They're using them. Stop waiting to be discovered. Start being intentional. #CollegeBaseball #BaseballRecruiting #PlayCollegeBaseball #StudentAthlete #RecruitingTips #PremierAthletes #BackdoorToCollegeSports

    6 min

  4. 04/17/2025

    Is D1 Baseball Realistic Anymore?

    Looking for better guidance through the recruiting process? Here is how I can help: The Premier Athletes Recruiting Program: Work with Alex directly and have a better, more reliable path to play college baseball. With the transfer portal, NIL deals, and fifth-year seniors still on rosters, the college baseball landscape has changed—especially at the Division 1 level. In this episode, I dive into: ✅ Whether D1 baseball is still a real option for high school players ✅ How the recruiting process has shifted in today's environment ✅ Why "hope" is not a strategy—and what to do instead ✅ How we've helped players (even fringe D2/D3 guys) land D1 offers in 2025 It's not impossible—but it is harder. Coaches are leaning on the portal more than ever, and without a plan, it's easy to get lost in the noise. The good news? There are still D1 schools recruiting high school players right now. The ones getting those opportunities have a plan, know where they fit, and target the right schools. Are you chasing the logo—or finding the right fit? Let's talk about what it really takes. #CollegeBaseball #D1Baseball #RecruitingTips #TransferPortal #PlayCollegeBaseball #NIL #BaseballParents #PremierAthletes

    3 min

  5. 04/03/2025

    Top Skill Sets Needed For D1, D2, & D3 Baseball

    Looking for better guidance through the recruiting process? Here is how I can help: The Premier Athletes Recruiting Program: Work with Alex directly and have a better, more reliable path to play college baseball. Wondering if your son has what it takes to play college baseball? In this episode, I break down the skill sets, athletic benchmarks, and intangibles that college coaches look for at every position and every level—D1, D2, and D3. We'll cover: ✅ Velocity ranges for pitchers by level ✅ 60-yard dash times, pop times, and exit velo expectations ✅ What really matters beyond the numbers ✅ Position-by-position breakdown: pitchers, catchers, infielders, outfielders, and more If you've been asking, "How hard should I throw?" or "Is my 60 good enough?"—this episode is for you. Here's the truth: it's not just about metrics—it's about mindset, athleticism, and coachability. Drop a comment or question if you want more specifics on your position or situation! #CollegeBaseball #BaseballRecruiting #PlayCollegeBaseball #RecruitingTips #BaseballParents #AthleticStandards #D1Baseball #D2Baseball #D3Baseball

    11 min

  6. 03/20/2025

    5 types of college experiences for athletes (which one do you want?)

    Looking for better guidance through the recruiting process? Here is how I can help: The Premier Athletes Recruiting Program: Work with Alex directly and have a better, more reliable path to play college baseball. When it comes to college baseball recruiting, there's one critical question every player (and parent) needs to ask: 👉 What type of college experience do I want? Without a clear direction, you're just winging it—and that can lead to ending up at a school that doesn't fit. The last thing you want is to feel stuck or enter the transfer portal later on. In this episode, I break down: ✅ Why this question is the key to finding the right school ✅ The 5 types of college experiences & which one fits you best ✅ How to avoid common recruiting mistakes that lead to transfers What's your top priority—playing time, academics, pro development, championships, or a balanced college life? Drop a comment below! #CollegeBaseball #BaseballRecruiting #PlayCollegeBaseball #RecruitingTips #AthleteSuccess #CollegeDecision

    7 min

  7. 03/13/2025

    Travel Ball vs. High School Ball: Which one actually matters for recruiting?

    Looking for better guidance through the recruiting process? Here is how I can help: The Premier Athletes Recruiting Program: Work with Alex directly and have a better, more reliable path to play college baseball. Travel Ball vs. High School Baseball—Which one actually matters for recruiting? The answer might surprise you. In this episode, I break down: ✅ Why Travel Ball isn't the recruiting goldmine it used to be ✅ The real role of high school baseball in the process ✅ What actually gets players noticed by college coaches ✅ The best strategy to take control of your recruiting If you're relying on tournaments and hoping to be found, you're already behind. It's time to be proactive and market yourself the right way. Which one has helped you more—Travel Ball or High School Baseball? Drop a comment below! #BaseballRecruiting #CollegeBaseball #TravelBall #HighSchoolBaseball #PlayCollegeBaseball #RecruitingTips #RecruitingWithAlex #D1 #NCAABaseball

    5 min

  8. 02/27/2025

    D1 Baseball Recruiting Changes for 2025 (Contact Period Starts)

    Looking for better guidance through the recruiting process? Here is how I can help:  - The Premier Athletes Recruiting Program: Work with Alex directly and have a better, more reliable path to play college baseball.

    7 min
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Welcome! I am here to assist high school athletes and their parents navigate the college recruiting process and finding the best college fit for them. In addition to helping with the technical aspects of recruiting, I also strive to support athletes mentally and physically throughout this exciting but potentially overwhelming time.

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  • Creator
    Alex Swenson
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    93
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2023
  • Show Website
    Premier Athletes