The Recruit's Playbook: A 4-Year Guide to College Football Recruitment for High School Athletes

by Larry Hart

Overview

The Definitive Guide to Football Recruiting

“After reading this book, one will have the confidence to make the best choice and be ready to succeed knowing they have already received the most valuable information there is.” ?Kirk Morrison, former NFL player, ESPN college football broadcaster, ESPN Los Angeles radio host

#1 New Release in Teen & Young Adult Football, Fitness & Exercise, School & Education, and Mindfulness & Meditation

This all-in-one game plan for young football players in search of a collegiate scholarship takes a deep dive into demystifying the football recruiting process.

Your play-by-play guide to scoring big.The Recruit’s Playbook is written to help guide preteens and teenage boys through their journey from high school football to college football. As an alumni NFL draft pick turned D1 college football coach, author Larry Hart utilizes his vast knowledge of the sport to help guide you through 9th to 12th grade, highlighting what to do and when to do it. It is one of the first college football books of its kind, aimed to help high school athletes navigate college football recruiting. Through clear and effective information that is easy to follow, The Recruit’s Playbook helps high school athletes each step of the way.

Be the best athlete you can be. Coach Hart offers a holistic approach to being a top athlete and prospect. From setting goals effectively, prioritizing academic skills, self-advocacy, asking the right questions, building your brand, establishing an online presence, overcoming adversity, and “pro tips” —this playbook has you covered.

Also find:

• An exclusive look into the football recruiting process
• Practical tips on how to balance an increasingly demanding teenage life
• Expert advice on how to be a standout NCAA football recruiting prospect

If you enjoyed books like The Young Champion's Mind: How to Think, Train, & Thrive Like an Elite Athlete, Shoot Your Shot, or Trust the Grind, then you’ll love The Recruit’s Playbook.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781642506112
Publisher:	Mango Media
Publication date:	11/18/2022
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	165
File size:	3 MB
Age Range:	12 - 17 Years

About the Author

Larry Hart is a Division I college football coach at the University of Houston, and the author of The Recruit’s Playbook: A 4-Year Guide to College Football Recruitment for High School Athletes. As a native Mississippian steeped in football and applying his skillset as an enthusiast, all-American college athlete, alumni NFL draft pick, and current outside linebackers coach with over a decade of firsthand knowledge of football athletics, Coach Hart has an experienced voice that efficiently guides readers and equips them with the tools and practical tips they need to succeed. Coach Hart has a master’s degree in communication studies, lives in Mobile, Alabama with his wife, Juliet, and dreams of making his mark as a part-time, bestselling author.

What People are Saying About This

From the Publisher

“The Recruit’s Playbook encompasses everything I wish I had known as a high school student-athlete with dreams of playing at the next level, and in a not-so-stellar situation. Every football prospect should be armed with Coach Hart’s guide.”
—Rashad Jennings, New York Times bestselling author, former NFL running back, and Dancing with the Stars season 24 champion

“Want to play college football and don’t know where to start in the football recruitment process? Save yourself some time and read this book! Part football industry insider tips, part personal development pointers, The Recruit’s Playbook is chock-full of timely and practical ways to jumpstart your journey. Man, I wish I had this guide when I was in high school, figuring things out during my own recruitment process. Coach Hart’s guide delivers!”
—Maurice Jones Drew, three-time Pro Bowl running back, two-time All-Pro running back, current and NFL network analyst

“Players and parents, if the intricacies of the football recruitment process baffle you, Coach Hart does a tremendous job here of shedding some serious light. Through the transparency of his own journey, players can come away with the tools they need to take charge and capitalize. It’s a football recruitment tell-all, and highly recommended reading.”
—Mark Freeman, head football coach and eight-time state champion, Thompson High School (Alabama)

“If you want the full scope of the recruiting process from a coach’s perspective, speaking directly to the football recruit, this book is for you. I am recommending The Recruit’s Playbook as there isn’t another on the market that captures this attempt to explain the recruiting process while also being fully transparent with added personal anecdotes included. Coach Hart truly takes a deep dive into the highs and lows of his own journey, as he breaks down the road that lies ahead for college football prospects in a truly relatable way. It’s a must read.”
—Doug Belk, associate head coach/defensive coordinator, University of Houston

“Athletes, here’s a book you’ll want to read. The Recruit’s Playbook is the perfect primer for anyone interested in the high school football recruitment process. From players and parents, to coaches and educational stakeholders—for all of us that are directly impacted by the successful recruitment of high school football athletes, Coach Hart lays it all out plainly, takes out the guesswork, and equips you with a new way of viewing and navigating your recruiting journey. The Recruit’s Playbook answers the pertinent questions that coaches are asked every single day. ‘It’s chess, not checkers,’ and trust me, you’ll want to add this one to your booklist.”
—Blake Anderson, head football coach, Utah State University

“If you care deeply about playing college football, want the answers to the most pressing (and sometimes overlooked) questions, and need a structured to-do list for each grade of high school to help with your recruitment, then put The Recruit’s Playbook on your required-reading list. Coach Hart offers straight talk and presents a strong plan of attack for high school athletes.”
—Joe Cauthen, defensive coordinator, University at Buffalo

“Thank you to Coach Larry Hart, my former teammate, for taking the time to educate potential recruits, parents, and even coaches about what the recruiting world holds in The Recruit’s Playbook. Coach Hart dives into the tough questions that oftentimes get overlooked in one of the biggest decisions of a young student-athlete’s life. [It facilitates] healthy conversations between parents and coaches that can help a young student-athlete make the decision for what they are seeking in what can be the most anxious and life-changing of times. The Recruit’s Playbook covers everything you need to know to prepare and be comfortable about the decisions that are in front you. After reading this book, one will have the confidence to make the best choice and be ready to succeed knowing they have already received the most valuable information there is.”
—Kirk Morrison, NFL veteran, ESPN broadcaster/radio host, and SiriusXM NFL host/analyst

“The Recruit’s Playbook is a must read for players, parents, and high school coaches across the globe. This is a book that will revolutionize the world of recruiting, while empowering and equipping readers with the necessary and valuable insights that will take you behind the scenes and uncover the mysteries of recruiting. This long-awaited masterpiece written by Coach Larry Hart will give you the necessary tools to not only win, but dominate the recruiting process.”
—Spencer Ruggs Jr., president of Covenant Sports Academy

“It is an honor to endorse Larry Hart as a rookie author, having selected him in the fifth round of the 2010 NFL Draft out of University of Central Arkansas. He was a highly productive undersized edge rusher who earned his way into an NFL opportunity via the long road. I am a firm believer that character is a player’s greatest talent and Larry was a selfless, reliable, and trustworthy teammate.

“This book is an enjoyable and informative read for anyone desiring to learn more about the college recruiting process. The underpinning of Larry’s recommendations will resonate with you because they come from his own personal experiences and sheer perseverance. And the content Larry provides in his practical guide, as well as the individual exercises he shares, will benefit those striving to gain exposure and understanding of what it takes to set themselves up for success as a prospective student-athlete.”
—Gene Smith, former General Manager of the Jacksonville Jaguars

“I was honored to share the field and locker room with Larry Hart for two years in the National Football League. Larry’s journey from playing at a DI-AA (FCS) school to the NFL is a testament to what it takes to defy the odds and create a better life for yourself not only professionally, but also personally. His achievements didn’t happen by chance or luck. Larry was able to forge his path through hard work, dedication, and mindset, all while, most importantly, staying true to himself.”
—Austen Lane, ESPN radio host and former NFL player