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The Role of Social Media in Recruiting
July 21, 2018
Social media has a place in most of our lives. For prep athletes, it plays a role in recruiting. Who do they talk to? Who talks to them? What are the pros and cons? Joe McCann takes a look at the role of social media in recruiting.
In the world of high school sports recruiting, social media has become a game-changer. Athletes like [Athlete Name] from [High School Name] are utilizing platforms like Twitter to connect with college coaches and fellow recruits. Not only does social media allow athletes to engage in conversations and build relationships with coaches, but it also provides a way to connect with recruits from all over the country, potentially influencing their college choices. However, with the benefits of social media come the risks of both positive and negative attention. Despite the lack of filter on platforms like Twitter, athletes like [Athlete Name] choose to embrace the positive and navigate through the negative with grace and focus on their goals.
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