The Next Play

In this special episode, Richie Contartesi joins Gabe Rummel to reveal game-changing strategies every high school football player—and their parents—must know to dominate the recruiting process. Richie pulls back the curtain on the business side of high school athletics, empowering players to take control of their future. Drawing from his personal journey of earning a D1 scholarship at Ole Miss as...

In this episode of The Football Scholarship Podcast, Richie Contartesi and cohost Brian Overton, a recruiting expert with 15 years of Division 1 experience, unpack the realities of the transfer portal—how it’s reshaping opportunities for high school players, the strategies college programs use to balance recruiting through the portal versus high school, and why understanding these dynamics is crit...

In this episode, we dive into groundbreaking news: the federal ruling involving Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia and how it changes college football recruiting forever. Learn how the settlement impacts JUCO eligibility, NIL opportunities, and high school recruiting strategies. We’ll break down what this means for current JUCO players, high school athletes without offers, and the future of colleg...

In this episode of  The Football Scholarship Podcast , Richie Contartesi and cohost Brian Overton, a recruiting expert with 15 years of Division 1 experience, dive deep into the ins and outs of official visits and turn them into football scholarship offers. They discuss what official visits entail, how they differ from unofficial visits, and why they’re a pivotal step in the recruiting process. Le...

In this episode of  The Football Scholarship Podcast , Richie Contartesi and cohost Brian Overton, a recruiting expert with 15 years of Division 1 experience, dive deep into the ins and outs of junior days and turn them into football scholarship offers. They discuss what junior days are, who gets invited, and why they’re a critical step in the recruiting process. Learn how to prepare for these vis...

In this episode of  The Football Scholarship Podcast , Richie Contartesi and co-host Brian Overton, dive into the game-changing news about the NCAA eliminating the National Letter of Intent (NLI). With National Signing Day fast approaching, they explore the implications of this change, including what it means for players, parents, and college programs. Will Signing Day become obsolete? What agreem...

In this episode, Richie Contartesi and Brian Overton dive into one of the most pressing questions for high school football players and their parents:  When can you earn a college football scholarship? They break down the critical timelines for every division—Division I, II, and NAIA—revealing that the window to secure a scholarship is often much larger than most people think. From early signing pe...

In this special episode, Richie Contartesi joins Jeff Giagnocavo on his podcast to share the incredible journey of earning a Division 1 football scholarship at Ole Miss. Richie opens up about the relentless rejection he faced, getting cut from teams, and the moment Coach Ed Orgeron offered him a spot—not for his talent, but for his unmatched drive and leadership on the scout team. Tune in as Richi...

In this episode, I coach Wyatt Horton on the most crucial aspects of college football recruiting: making the most of the contact period. We discuss the strategies every high school athlete needs to stand out, from turning brief meetings with coaches into lasting relationships to ensure you get the best scholarships possible. We also explore the evolving landscape of recruiting in today’s game—how...

In this episode, hosts Richie Contartesi and Brian Overton dive into the game-changing update in college football recruiting: the increase in scholarships from 85 to 105. This groundbreaking rule change, set to begin in the 2025–2026 season, offers significant shifts in opportunities for athletes, parents, and programs across all levels. From potential benefits and drawbacks to the ripple effects...

In this episode of  The Football Scholarship Podcast , host Richie Contartesi sits down with NCAA compliance expert Rick Allen to uncover the biggest misconceptions athletes and their families face during the recruiting process. With Rick’s extensive experience as a former compliance director at D1 programs and founder of Informed Athlete, they explore crucial topics such as NCAA eligibility, tran...

In this episode of  The Football Scholarship Podcast , hosts Richie Contartesi and Brian Overton dive deep into the hot-button issue of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) for high school football players. With Brian's 15 years of D1 recruiting experience, they explore both sides of the NIL debate, discussing whether high school athletes should be paid and how this impacts the recruiting process. Rich...

In this episode, Richie Contartesi introduces Brian Overton, the new Chief Recruiting Officer at Next Play, with extensive experience at top programs like Arkansas and North Carolina. Brian shares insider tips on navigating the football recruiting process, from creating standout highlight reels to building relationships with coaches. They cover key topics like the transfer portal, NIL deals, and t...

Richie Contartesi delves into the NCSA recruiting software and services that aim to help athletes get recognized by college coaches, outlines its pros and cons, and provides recommendations based on his own journey to provide a clearer understanding of the whole process. Get a FREE copy of Richie's #1 Best Seller "In Spite of the Odds", where he shares step-by-step how he earned a co...

Richie breaks down the various types of walk-ons, the challenges they face, and shares 5 steps that athletes can follow to increase their chances of earning a scholarship. Whether you're an aspiring athlete, in college, or a parent, this video provides invaluable insights on navigating the world of college football scholarships. Get a FREE copy of Richie's #1 Best Seller "In Spite of...

Based on his personal experience, Richie Contartesi shares a 5-step method that athletes can immediately implement to guarantee they get a response from college coaches and boost their odds of securing a college athletic scholarship. Get a FREE copy of Richie's #1 Best Seller "In Spite of the Odds", where he shares step-by-step how he earned a college football scholarship at 5'7&...

Richie Contartesi, founder of Next Play, discusses the challenges of earning a D1 football scholarship, shares five key mistakes to avoid, and provides a weekly accountability framework for high school athletes and parents in the college football recruiting process to WIN in the post-COVID era. Get a FREE copy of Richie's #1 Best Seller "In Spite of the Odds", where he shares step-by...

Richie shares the best way to get a football scholarship which is a 5-step system called, Next Play®. Richie did it the hard way earning a college football scholarship in the SEC at just 5'7' and 150 LBS. He has since worked with thousands of athletes and shares the best way to do it post covid so you can live your dream as well. Get a FREE copy of Richie's #1 Best Seller "In Spit...

In this exclusive video, join Richie Contartesi, founder of Next Play, as he interviews the former Director of Football Operations, Michael Beaumont, from Ole Miss, Arkansas, and Tennessee. Discover the behind-the-scenes workings of the college football recruiting process and gain a competitive edge in your pursuit of a scholarship. If you're passionate about achieving your college football dr...

We will be interviewing and coaching Taylor Beruman using the Next Play™ system to improve their business, sales, and team. Tune in to see if there are any nuggets that you can use for your business or sales process as well.

We will be interviewing and coaching Brian Kingsolver using the Next Play™ system to improve their business, sales, and team. Tune in to see if there are any nuggets that you can use for your business or sales process as well. BIO: Brian Kingsolver started The Kingsolver Insurance Agency LLC in September of 2013, as he likes to put it : “When I started this agency I had no idea where we were going...

Richie Contartesi and Cody Shill share how to sell more than you normally do in a recession without selling out. GET STARTED: Sales Leaders who want to build an elite sales team that closes at least $1M a month - We’ll double your sales team's close rate in the next 90 days or you don’t pay. Click here to apply: https://offer.richiecontartesi.com/le... Sales Pros - Increase Your Monthly Net Ta...

Richie will be coaching Mark LIVE using the Next Play™ system to build, develop, and grow her team. Tune in to see if there are any nuggets that you can use for your business or sales process as well. Mark's Bio: I've teamed with COUNTRY Financial to help grow your wealth and protect your dreams. I have a full time team of 6 including myself. All of my conversations revolve around what&#39...

Richie will be coaching Kristina LIVE using the Next Play™ system to build, develop, and grow her team. Tune in to see if there are any nuggets that you can use for your business or sales process as well. Kristina's Bio: I started working as an Office Manager for 2 ladies that sold health insurance. It was right when the Affordable Care Act went into effect, 2013 and I knew nothing about insur...

Richie Contartesi and Cody Shill share how to build an elite and consistent high-performance sales team without micromanaging. GET STARTED: Sales Leaders who want to build an elite sales team that closes at least $1M a month - We’ll double your sales team's close rate in the next 90 days or you don’t pay. Click here to apply: https://offer.richiecontartesi.com/le... Sales Pros - Increase Your...