How to Ask a College Scout to Come to a Game

For a high school athlete, approaching a college scout can be an anxiety-filled experience. A lot of money is at stake in scholarships or contracts, making the situation very important. College athletics are a business, so it is important to have a business-like approach when interacting with college scouts and coaches. Be formal and presentable, but most of all, relax.

Things You'll Need

  • Computer with Internet
  • Phone
  • Cover letter
  • Academic transcript
  • Game schedule
  • Past and present statistics
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Instructions

  1. Phone Call

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      Decide which university you desire to attend. Using the Internet, search each school's athletic department to find the name of the head coach for the sport that you play. Search for his contact information in the school directory.

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      Find the phone number of the head coach, and call. Be sure to be polite and formal. Introduce yourself. State that you are interested in the applying to the university as a student and that you also would like to continue in the athletic program. Tell him your position, accomplishments and athletic strengths. The coach will also have some questions, such as: "Why do you want to come to our university?" After a short talk, invite the coach to a game.

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      Usually, the coach will ask that you email him a schedule. Ask the coach for a current email address, and send your academic transcript, game schedule and past and present statistics as email attachments. Make sure to accompany the forms with a cover letter being cordial, expressing gratitude that the program is interested in your abilities and that you were pleased to speak with the coach on the phone.