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Play2College connects you with motivated student-athletes who are serious about competing at the college level. Our platform helps you discover talent — including international prospects — that fits your program's needs.

363 D1 Programs Listed
50+ Countries Represented
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What Play2College Offers Coaches

Our platform is designed to make your recruiting process more efficient.

Athlete Discovery

Browse athlete profiles with academic stats, highlight videos, athletic achievements, and contact information. Filter by position, graduation year, GPA, and location.

International Talent Pipeline

Access a growing pool of international student-athletes who understand U.S. college requirements. These athletes are prepared with NCAA Eligibility Center registration, English proficiency scores, and properly formatted profiles.

Highlight Video Access

Every athlete on our platform is encouraged to create a professional highlight video. View curated footage that showcases their skills, game IQ, and competitive spirit.

Academic Verification

Athletes share their academic profile including GPA, standardized test scores, and intended major. This helps you quickly assess eligibility and academic fit for your institution.

Direct Communication

Contact athletes directly through our platform. Athletes on Play2College are actively seeking recruitment opportunities, so you know they're engaged and responsive.

No Cost to You

Play2College is completely free for coaches. We believe in removing barriers between talented athletes and the programs where they can thrive.

The Changing Landscape of College Recruitment

Key developments coaches should be aware of in the 2025-26 season.

Revenue Sharing is Here

The House v. NCAA settlement was approved on June 6, 2025. Schools can now pay athletes directly, with an annual cap starting at approximately $20.5 million per school for 2025-26. This fundamentally changes how you recruit — athletes will weigh direct compensation alongside scholarships, facilities, and program fit.

Source: ESPN, June 6, 2025

Transfer Portal Updates

Unlimited transfers are now allowed for academically eligible athletes — no sitting out required. However, transfer windows still apply per sport. D1 football now has a single winter window only (spring eliminated). Basketball windows were shortened in January 2026. A 15-day coaching change window opens 5 days after a new head coach is hired.

Source: NCSA, 2026

New Roster Limits

New roster limits are part of the House settlement. Fall sports must comply by their first day of competition. Winter and spring sports must comply by December 1, 2025 or first competition, whichever is earlier. "Designated" student-athletes may remain above limits temporarily during the transition period.

Source: ESPN, June 6, 2025

College Sports Commission

A new enforcement body — the College Sports Commission (CSC) — has been established to monitor revenue sharing payments and NIL deals. MLB executive Bryan Seeley was hired as CEO on June 6, 2025. The CSC will oversee enforcement of the new rules around revenue sharing and third-party NIL deals.

Source: ESPN, June 6, 2025

How to Use Play2College for Recruiting

1

Browse the College Finder

Use our College Finder to see your institution's profile as athletes see it. Verify that your program's information is accurate and up to date. If anything needs correction, contact us.

2

Share with Prospects

Direct prospective athletes to Play2College. Our guides on coach communication, highlight videos, and financial aid help athletes prepare professional materials before they contact you — saving you time.

3

Connect with Athletes

Athletes who create profiles on Play2College are actively pursuing college opportunities. Browse profiles to find athletes who match your program's needs in terms of position, skill level, academics, and graduation year.

4

Explore Partnership Opportunities

Interested in a deeper relationship with Play2College? We offer partnership opportunities for programs that want featured placement and enhanced recruiting tools. Learn more about partnering with us.

Ready to Find Your Next Recruit?

Explore our platform or get in touch to learn how Play2College can support your recruiting efforts.

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