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Want Some 1:1 Help With Getting Your Son a College Football Scholarship? Click Here To Learn More & Schedule Your 15 Minute Scholarship Evaluation:https://gonextplay.com/book-evaluation-call?el=youtube-orgClick Here to Register for My Free Live Training:https://gonextplay.com/free-training?el=richie-yt-bio📖 Get a FREE copy of Richie’s #1 bestselling book, where he shares how he earned a D1 fo...

Confused about the difference between an Official Visit and an Unofficial Visit? You’re not alone. Most parents and athletes guess their way through this part of the recruiting process and leave thousands of dollars (and scholarship offers) on the table. In this episode, Coach Brian (Head Coach at Next Play) and I break down exactly how college football visits work, who pays for what, and the spec...

Want Some 1:1 Help With Getting Your Son a College Football Scholarship? Click Here To Learn More & Schedule Your 15 Minute Scholarship Evaluation: https://gonextplay.com/book-evaluation-call?el=youtube-org Click Here to Register for My Free Live Training: https://gonextplay.com/free-training?el=richie-yt-bio 📖 Get a FREE copy of Richie’s #1 bestselling book, where he shares how he earned a D...

Click Here To Learn More & Schedule Your 15 Minute Scholarship Evaluation:https://gonextplay.com/book-evaluation-call?el=youtube-orgClick Here to Register for My Free Live Training:https://gonextplay.com/free-training?el=richie-yt-bio📖 Get a FREE copy of Richie’s #1 bestselling book, where he shares how he earned a D1 football scholarship at just 5'7" and 150 lbs—so your son can too:...

Want Some 1:1 Help With Getting Your Son a College Football Scholarship? Click Here To Learn More & Schedule Your 15 Minute Scholarship Evaluation:https://gonextplay.com/book-evaluation-call?el=youtube-orgClick Here to Register for My Free Live Training:https://gonextplay.com/free-training?el=richie-yt-bio📖 Get a FREE copy of Richie’s #1 bestselling book, where he shares how he earned a D1 fo...

In this episode of the Football Scholarship Podcast, Coach O of Lawrence Technological University provides invaluable insights into the college football recruiting process. From the importance of academics and character evaluations to the role of social media and campus visits, Coach O offers practical advice for student-athletes and their families. Learn about the rigorous academic programs at La...

In this episode of the Football Scholarship Podcast, Coach Powell provides invaluable advice for parents and aspiring college football athletes on securing football scholarships. The discussion covers the importance of GPA, effective communication with coaches, and understanding the different scholarship levels. Coach Powell emphasizes the role of highlight films and managing academic expectations...

Join the Football Scholarship Podcast as we jump into the incredible journey of Sylvester Williams from North Carolina to winning a Super Bowl in the NFL. Discover how he overcame challenges, lacked football experience in high school, and ultimately became a first-round NFL draft pick. Listen in as he shares invaluable lessons about the importance of character, work ethic, and adaptability, and ge...

In this episode of  The Football Scholarship Podcast , Richie Contartesi sits down with  Coach Jason Aubry , Head Football Coach at  Kentucky Christian University , to reveal how recruiting really works at the  NAIA and D2 levels  and what high school athletes  must  do to earn real football scholarships. Coach Aubry shares exactly how his staff selects players, what makes a recruit stand out, and...

If your son is getting invited to game day visits, this episode breaks down how to turn those visits into real football scholarship offers. Richie Contartesi and Coach Brian Overton share the exact steps — from validating if an invite is real, to what to say, what to do when you’re there, and how to follow up afterward — so your son isn’t just showing up but standing out to college coaches. Claim...

D1 Columbia Head Coach Jon Poppe breaks down how athletes should contact college coaches the right way. Learn why personalized messages matter, when to follow up, and the best time to send your film so coaches actually respond.

In this episode, Richie Contartesi sits down with Kentucky State Head Coach Felton Huggins Jr. to break down what college coaches are really looking for in recruits. From social media profiles and highlight film strategy to grades, goals, and how athletes should communicate with coaches, you’ll learn exactly how to stand out in today’s recruiting process.

In this special episode, Richie Contartesi shares strategies from his new book The Football Scholarship Playbook . You’ll learn why so few athletes earn scholarships, how to stand out with the right highlight tape, target list, and social media presence, and the exact steps to move from first contact with a coach to a real offer. With powerful stories of overlooked athletes who earned scholarships...

In this episode of the Football Scholarship Podcast, Richie Contartesi sits down with Missouri Western Head Coach Tyler Fenwick to share what really matters in the recruiting process. Coach Fenwick explains why character and accountability are just as important as talent, how coaches evaluate players beyond the highlight tape, and why building relationships is key to earning a scholarship. He also...

In this episode, Hampton University Head Coach Trenton Boykin pulls back the curtain on how players really earn scholarship offers. He shares what coaches look for beyond talent such as grades, character, passion for the game, and even how athletes use social media. Coach Boykin also explains why camps matter, how to stay on a coach’s radar, and why being genuine in outreach makes all the differen...

In this episode, McKendree University Head Football Coach Jason Rejfek shares exactly what college coaches are really looking for when recruiting high school players. From how to structure a highlight film so coaches actually watch it, to why academics and character are just as important as athletic talent, Coach Rejfek gives parents and athletes a clear look inside the recruiting process. If your...

D2 Head Football Coach Gary Bass shares what it really takes for coaches to offer a scholarship. From grades and academics to relationships and character, he breaks down how parents can guide their son through the recruiting process and earn real opportunities.

In this episode of the Football Scholarship Podcast, Richie Contartesi sits down with Southern Nazarene University Head Coach Dustin Hada to reveal what most parents and athletes miss in the recruiting process. Coach Hada shares why outreach and building real relationships with college coaches is the first step to earning a football scholarship. He explains how communication, energy, and social me...

D1 Coach Mark Rhea from Portland State joins Richie Contartesi to break down the one thing most parents and athletes overlook when trying to get a football scholarship: building real relationships with college coaches. In this episode, Coach Rhea shares what actually gets a player noticed, why mass emails don’t work, how parents can help the right way, and what recruiting really looks like behind...

In this episode, Coach Roger Waialae of West Liberty University shares how he recruits athletes, what he looks for beyond talent, and why communication and character matter more than ever. If you're a parent or athlete navigating the college football recruiting process, this conversation will give you honest, practical insight from a coach with over 20 years of experience.

In this episode, D2 Head Coach Jason Killday reveals how college coaches actually evaluate recruiting emails and what gets your son’s film noticed or ignored. If you're a parent wondering why coaches aren’t responding, this conversation breaks down the outreach mistakes that cost athletes scholarships and the simple changes that can make all the difference. Grab a free copy of Richie’s book at...

In this episode, Coach Richie sits down with Coach Bryan Jones, a former Division 1 coach, to talk about what really goes on behind the scenes in college football recruiting. From building relationships with players and families to what separates dominant athletes from the rest, Coach Bryan shares exactly what he looked for when offering scholarships—and why most high school athletes never get on...

In this episode, new Concord University Head Football Coach Cody Edwards shares how he rebuilt his roster after losing over 40 players, what he looks for in high school recruits, and how athletes can still earn scholarships after signing day. He breaks down his approach to culture, email communication, and how to stand out at camps, especially at the Division II level. Grab a free copy of Richie’s...

In this episode of the Football Scholarship Podcast, we break down the five types of football camps—and reveal which ones actually lead to scholarship offers. If you're a parent trying to help your son get recruited, this is the information you need before spending another dollar on camp fees. Learn what works, what doesn’t, and how to make sure your son stands out to college coaches.