How to Commit to a College

When committing to a college, it is important to handle the decision professionally and respectfully. While it feels like a major life decision, college coaches are accustomed to these conversations. Always communicate your decision directly over the phone, expressing gratitude for their time and effort, even if you choose another school.

• Direct communication: Always inform coaches of your decision over the phone, not via text.
• Express gratitude: Thank coaches for their time and effort in recruiting you.
• State your decision clearly: Explain that you have decided to commit to a different school.
• Maintain positivity: Offer a positive recommendation for the coach in the future.
• Prepare for reactions: Some coaches might press for reasons or react negatively, but this is uncommon. A negative reaction can indicate that playing for that coach might not have been a good fit.
• Keep doors open: Maintain a good relationship with all coaches, as circumstances can change, and you might need to reconsider options later.

After speaking directly with all coaches you received offers from, you can then announce your decision publicly on social media.

Call every coach who offered you before you post anything.

This is a big decision. Handle it like the adult you’re about to become.

— Brendan