Don't sweat it if you're not yet in the recruiting spotlight. Your clear objective is to gain priority status. Committed self-recruiting will put you into a more prominent position.

For top recruits, self-recruiting is no less important than for athletes in the other categories. Don't squander your status through apathy and inaction. If you are interested in a school that recruits you heavily, work to develop a strong relationship with the coach. Be responsive and enthusiastic. Self-recruiting will secure your standing.

The bottom line is that self-recruiting is applicable for players in each category. Though the details of each player's recruiting experience vary, the theme is universal: whatever your initial status, self-recruiting will propel you onto a college team.

Coaches are heavily invested in recruiting you. They've written you a few personal letters and made repeated contacts. The recruiting spotlight is shining directly on you.

College coaches have seen you play and are starting to become interested. They want to find out more about you. The spotlight is moving in your direction.

If you're out of the spotlight, it means that college coaches haven't identified you yet. No worries. Just start self-recruiting and you'll get where you need to be.