'So You Want To Play College Soccer?' - Don't Lose A $140k Scholarship for a 140-Character Tweet!

Kickstart Your Journey: Send Your Recruiting Video to Every College Soccer Coach in the Nation + 2026 Girls Soccer Verbal Commitments!

September 08, 2024

In Today’s Edition

  • Don't Lose A $140k Scholarship for a 140-Character Tweet!

  • Kickstart Your Journey: Send Your Recruiting Video to Every College Soccer Coach in the Nation!

  • Slashing Roster Sizes: The Future for Power 4 NCAA Soccer Programs

  • 2026 Girls Soccer Verbal Commitments!

Don't Lose A $140k Scholarship for a 140-Character Tweet!

Social media can be a very powerful tool for student-athletes IF it is used in the right way. Most high school student-athletes, and sometimes younger, are connected to social media via Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat, Instagram, and Tumblr. They follow their favorite athletes and teams, as well as friends, family, coaches and teammates.

Social media accounts can be a very effective communication tool, but only when used in a respectful way. It is very important for student-athletes to be aware that college coaches are continuously looking at the social media accounts of their recruits, and to know that whatever they post on social media (public or private) is on the internet forever for people to see.

We urge all student-athletes to think critically before they post to social media: "Could I tell my parents about this? My coach? Am I doing something disrespectful?"

Most likely, if you have to question what you are posting, you shouldn't do it.

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Kickstart Your Journey: Send Your Recruiting Video to Every College Soccer Coach in the Nation!

Elevate your recruiting game by sending your video to college soccer coaches nationwide! We hold the ultimate key: the contact information of every college coach in the nation, ready to unlock endless opportunities. Choose to target specific regions or focus on Division I, II, or III. Our unique newsletter, packed with college soccer updates, ensures your video gets noticed. For more details simply send an email to [email protected]

Slashing Roster Sizes: The Future for Power 4 NCAA Soccer Programs

Jerry Penkala’s analysis of the upcoming fallout from the House v. NCAA lawsuit, he discusses the most likely scenarios for how roster sizes and the overall landscape are expected to change.how roster sizes and the overall landscape are expected to chan
As mentioned earlier, this will vary between schools (based on how much of the revenue sharing will be given to each women’s soccer program at each individual school) but as a general estimate, it looks to be as low as 18 players for some Power 4 programs. It could also be as high as 22-24 players.

Most coaches are using the lower estimate for what they currently expect, but again, they will not be able to confirm any roster size information until all the lawsuit details are decided later this year.

Currently, most Power 5 Conference women’s soccer programs average around 32-35 players on their rosters. This means that, in a worst-case scenario, around 50% of Power 4 current rosters will be CUT after the 2024 season.

In a best case scenario, it will still mean 25% of current Power 4 rosters will be cut after this season.

As a result, roster sizes being 25-50% smaller will mean much smaller recruiting classes, starting with the Class of 2026. Some Power 4 coaches have even told me that they envision future recruiting classes possibly being ONLY 3-5 players.

While mid-major programs will probably need to cut rosters as well, it will be very minimal since they don’t have the same ‘revenue sharing’ requirements that Power 4 schools do, but they do still need to ‘pay into’ the lawsuit as well. This might give Athletic Departments a reason to take money from some programs and move it over to the highest revenue-generating sports. Again, nothing is decided on yet, but most mid-major coaches I have spoken to, have said that the effect on women’s soccer roster sizes will be minimal.

Of course, with Power 4 Conference programs expected to cut their roster sizes down significantly, the downstream effects of this taking place will be significant.

2026 Girls Soccer Verbal Commitments:

Key insights: The current roster of 305 D1 verbal commitments from the 2026 class. If you're aiming to join any of these programs, it's crucial to check whether they've already filled your position!

Leading the pack are Butler, Purdue, and Oklahoma, each boasting 8 commitments!

To view this list on Twitter/X visit - @ImYouthSoccer

Recommendation: Explore all levels of college soccer, as the talent pool exceeds D1 opportunities.

Where are you on your recruiting journey?

If you're a 2025/26 athlete and starting to feel uneasy about the lack of interest, it's time to take action. Remember, most schools will have their rosters locked at 28 players by 2025 and 2026. This means players could face cuts or decommitments due to limited roster spaces. Don't wait until it's too late—email me now to schedule your free 20-minute analysis and get ahead in your recruiting process.

Simply send an email to [email protected]

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Join the College Soccer Network: Your Guide Through the Recruiting Process

Navigating the college recruiting timeline can be overwhelmingly complex, especially with the recent rule changes adding to this confusion. The rapid spread of misinformation often leads to misguided decisions, resulting in frustration and disappointment over time.

When is the right time to start? The sooner, the better, but it's never too late to take action. Our College Soccer Network provides extensive support and guidance throughout the entire recruiting process. We aim to help you grasp the timeline, steer clear of common pitfalls, and optimize your chances of playing soccer at the collegiate level.

Currently, we are evaluating qualified players and will be selecting 5 candidates for the month of September. If you're seeking assistance in your college soccer journey, we're here to support you every step of the way.

Interested? Book your FREE 20-Minute consultation and explore your college pathway. Simply send an email to [email protected]

About: Steve Coxon College Soccer Network

Steve has 20 years of college-level experience, 17+ years in D1 as the Head Recruiter. He has facilitated more than $30 million in college scholarships.

Location - Connecticut, USA