As our girls finish their freshman varsity seasons and prepare for Select 40 this spring and summer, it’s important to understand what recruiting should look like right now.

Freshman year is not about offers.
It is about foundation, exposure, habits, and presentation.

This is the year we teach them how to communicate professionally and represent themselves the right way.

🎯 What Freshman Year Is Really About

1. Academics First
GPA matters immediately. College coaches track transcripts early.

2. Skill Development
Strength, body control, shooting consistency, defensive discipline.

3. Exposure Through Select 40
AAU season gives them evaluation opportunities. Coaches often discover players in the summer and track them for years.

4. Professional Communication Habits
Players should learn how to introduce themselves properly via email.

❓Subject Line: High School or TBI?

In the subject line, use:

Grad Year | Position | Height | High School | GPA

Example:
2029 Guard | 5’7” | Frisco Emerson HS | 3.9 GPA

High school comes first because that is how college programs identify prospects.
TBI Basketball and Select 40 should be mentioned in the body of the email.

📧 Introductory Email Example (Freshman)

Subject: 2029 Guard | 5’7” | Rock Creek HS | 3.9 GPA

Coach [Last Name],

My name is [Full Name], and I am a 2029 guard at Frisco Emerson High School in McKinney,Texas. I am very interested in learning more about your program at [University Name].

I currently play varsity and compete with TBI Basketball on the Select 40 circuit. Two strengths of my game are consistent perimeter shooting and on-ball defensive pressure. I take pride in being coachable and competing every possession.

Here is my highlight film:
[Hudl/YouTube Link]

GPA: 3.9
Height: 5’7”
Position: PG/SG
Upcoming Schedule: [Select 40 Event + Dates]

Thank you for your time. I will continue working and updating you throughout the season.

Respectfully,
[Full Name]
[Phone Number]
[Twitter/Instagram Handle]

🔁 Follow-Up Email Example (3–4 Weeks Later)

Subject: 2029 Guard Update – [Full Name]

Coach [Last Name],

I hope you are doing well. I wanted to follow up and provide a quick update from my season.

Over the past month, I have averaged 14 points, 4 assists, and 3 steals per game. I am continuing to improve my decision-making in transition and expanding my mid-range game.

Here is an updated film link:
[Link]

I will be competing at [Event Name] on [Dates] and would love for you to evaluate if you are in attendance.

Thank you again for your time and consideration.

Respectfully,
[Full Name]

🧠 Important Tips for Parents

• The email must come from the player, not the parent
• Keep emails short and professional
• Personalize each message to the specific school
• Use a professional email address
• Do not mass-send one generic email to 50 schools
• Follow up, but do not spam
• Social media matters. Everything is evaluated
• Film should be 2–4 minutes max

🏀 Perspective for Freshman Families

Early contact does not equal early offers.
Freshman recruiting is about planting seeds.

The players who stay consistent with grades, development, communication, and character are the ones who create real opportunities by junior year.

Our focus remains the same:
Develop the player. Build the person. Prepare for the opportunity.

More guidance on sophomore, junior, and senior year planning will follow as we move forward.