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Your complete guide to navigating Play2College. Learn how to use every feature to maximize your recruitment success.
Getting Started
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Create Your Account
Sign up using Google or Microsoft OAuth. Choose your role: Parent or Student Athlete. This helps us personalize your experience.
Go to LoginComplete Your Profile
Fill in your personal information, academic details, and athletic background. This helps colleges find you and understand your potential.
Setup ProfileExplore Colleges
Browse 363 Division I basketball programs. Filter by location, conference, academic rankings, and more to find your perfect fit.
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Discovery & Research
Find Colleges
/collegesBrowse all 363 Division I basketball programs with comprehensive filtering options.
- Filter by conference, state, or region
- Sort by academic rankings or tuition
- View basketball program details
- See arena info and facilities
- Add colleges to your list
Regions Map
/regionsExplore colleges geographically with our interactive map visualization.
- Visual map of all colleges
- Filter by region or state
- Click markers for college details
- See climate and location info
- Plan campus visits efficiently
Personal Management
My Colleges
/my-collegesTrack your recruitment progress with colleges you're interested in.
- 25 recruitment stages (On Radar → Enrolled)
- Color-coded progress tracking
- Add personal notes for each college
- List or map view options
- Visual recruitment pipeline
My Athlete Profile
/student-athlete/profileCreate your comprehensive athlete profile to showcase your talents.
- Athletic stats and achievements
- Academic information (GPA, test scores)
- Highlight video links
- Contact information
- Social media profiles
College Comparison
/my-colleges/compareCompare colleges side-by-side with your personal ratings and notes.
- Side-by-side comparisons
- Rate colleges on multiple criteria
- Compare academics, athletics, campus life
- View your personal notes
- Export comparison data
My Timeline
/my-timelineTrack your personal recruitment progress with customized timelines.
- Year-specific task checklist
- Mark tasks as complete
- Track progress over time
- Personalized to your graduation year
- Visual progress indicators
Manage Invitations
/invitationsControl who can follow and view your recruitment journey.
- Send invitations to parents/coaches
- Accept or decline follower requests
- Manage active followers
- View who's following you
- Remove followers anytime
Share Your Story
/my-storiesCreate and submit your success story to inspire others.
- Write your recruitment journey
- Add achievements and advice
- Submit for admin review
- Edit unpublished stories
- Track story views after publication
Resources & Learning
Recruitment Timeline
/timelineYear-by-year guide for ages 14-18 with actionable steps.
- Pre-College Year 4: Foundation building
- Pre-College Year 3: Preparation year
- Pre-College Year 2: Active recruitment
- Pre-College Year 1: Decision & commitment
- Checklists and action items
International Guide
/international-guideEssential information specifically for international student-athletes.
- Visa requirements and process
- Academic credential evaluation
- English proficiency requirements
- Cultural adaptation tips
- Financial planning guidance
Blog
/blogLatest news, tips, and insights about NCAA recruitment.
- Recruitment tips and strategies
- NCAA rule updates
- Success stories and interviews
- College basketball news
- Expert advice articles
Success Stories
/success-storiesRead inspiring stories from international athletes who made it.
- Filter by country or college
- Athlete journeys and challenges
- Scholarship details
- Advice for other athletes
- Share your own story
Recruitment Talking Points
/resources/recruitment-talking-pointsEssential questions to ask coaches throughout your recruitment journey.
- Stage-by-stage conversation guides
- Financial questions to ask
- International student-specific topics
- Red flags to watch for
- Printable guide for reference
Email Templates
/email-templatesProfessional email templates for contacting NCAA coaches effectively.
- Initial contact email templates
- Follow-up email examples
- Email best practices and tips
- Camp and visit request templates
- Thank you note examples
Highlight Video Guide
/highlight-video-guideLearn how to create compelling highlight videos that showcase your skills.
- Video structure and format guidelines
- What clips to include (and exclude)
- Editing tips and software recommendations
- How to upload and share effectively
- Common mistakes to avoid
Athletic Resume Template
/athletic-resumeCreate a professional athletic resume that highlights your achievements.
- One-page resume template
- What sections to include
- Athletic and academic stats
- Formatting and design tips
- Downloadable examples
Community & Support
Partners
/partnersConnect with verified service providers who can help your journey.
- Recruitment agencies
- Visa consultants
- Academic tutoring services
- Training and coaching
- Verified reviews and ratings
Dashboard
/dashboardYour personalized command center for recruitment management.
- Quick stats overview
- My Colleges tracker
- Recruitment timeline progress
- Quick actions and shortcuts
- Follower invitations (for Student Athletes)
Contact & Support
/contactGet help and submit support tickets for any questions or issues.
- Submit support tickets
- Track ticket status and responses
- Multiple topics (Technical, Recruitment, Billing)
- Direct contact information
- 24/7 support access
Key Features Explained
Master these features to maximize your success
Advanced Filtering
Find your perfect college match using our powerful filtering system:
- Location: Filter by state, region, or climate
- Academics: SAT/ACT ranges, acceptance rates, majors
- Basketball: Conference, division, program success
- Financial: Tuition ranges, scholarship availability
- Campus: Size, diversity, international support
Recruitment Tracking
Track your progress with each college through 25 stages:
- Early Awareness: On Radar, Research, Initial Interest
- Evaluation: Contacted Coach, Camp Invite, Unofficial Visit
- Strong Recruitment: Official Visit, Scholarship Offer
- Offers: Verbal Commit, Signed NLI
- Post-Commitment: Enrolled, Redshirt, Active Roster
Follower System
Connect and collaborate with Student Athletes:
- Send Invitations: Student Athletes invite followers
- View Progress: Parents/coaches view athlete's journey
- Access Control: Manage what followers can see
- Multiple Followers: Track multiple athletes you follow
- Profile Switching: Easy switch between athlete profiles
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to common questions
There are two ways to add colleges:
- From College Finder: Click the "Add to List" button on any college card
- From College Detail Page: Click "Add to List" in the college header
You'll then select a recruitment stage and can add personal notes. The college will appear in your "My Colleges" page.
Recruitment stages help you track where you are in the process with each college. We have 25 stages organized into 5 categories:
- Early Awareness: Just learning about the school
- Evaluation: Initial contact and assessment
- Strong Recruitment: Serious interest from both sides
- Offers: Scholarship offers and commitments
- Post-Commitment: After signing
Update stages as your relationship with each college progresses. This helps you visualize your recruitment pipeline.
Yes! Your athlete profile is designed to be shareable. It includes:
- Athletic statistics and achievements
- Academic information (GPA, test scores)
- Highlight video links
- Contact information
- Social media profiles
Make sure to keep it updated with your latest accomplishments and videos. You can share the link directly with college coaches.
The Recruitment Timeline is your roadmap to success:
- Find your age group: Start with your current age section
- Review the checklist: See what you should be doing now
- Complete action items: Check off tasks as you complete them
- Look ahead: Prepare for the next stage
- Use resources: Click links to helpful tools and guides
The timeline is designed to keep you on track and ensure you don't miss critical deadlines.
The Follower System allows Student Athletes to share their journey with parents, coaches, or mentors:
For Student Athletes:
- Send invitations to followers (parents, coaches, etc.)
- Control who can view your profile and progress
- Manage and remove followers anytime
- Followers see your colleges, timeline, and achievements
For Followers (Parents/Coaches):
- Accept invitations from Student Athletes
- View their recruitment progress (read-only)
- Switch between multiple athletes you follow
- Access via "Viewing Mode" in the dashboard
Visit /invitations to manage your follower connections.
Visit the Partners page to find verified service providers:
- Browse by category: Recruitment agencies, visa consultants, tutoring, etc.
- Filter by location: Find partners in your country or region
- Read reviews: See what other athletes say
- Check ratings: All partners have verified ratings
- Contact directly: Get their contact information
All partners are verified by our team to ensure quality service.
We have a comprehensive Recruitment Talking Points guide that provides questions for every stage:
- Early Contact: Questions about coaching style, program culture, and playing style
- Evaluation: Academic support, international student resources, training facilities
- Serious Interest: Financial details, scholarship coverage, housing, meals, travel
- Offer Stage: Scholarship terms, medical coverage, career development
- International Topics: Visa support, cultural adaptation, language resources
Visit /resources/recruitment-talking-points for the complete printable guide.
Use "My Colleges" page to manage your recruitment pipeline:
- Add colleges: Click "Add to List" from any college page
- Set stages: Choose from 25 recruitment stages to track progress
- Add notes: Keep personal notes about each college relationship
- Update progress: Move colleges through stages as recruitment advances
- Visualize: Use color-coded list or map view to see your pipeline
This helps you stay organized and never lose track of important college relationships.
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