Three Recruiting Changes Families Should Understand Before the 2026 College Season

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Three changes are affecting recruiting decisions more than many families realize:
  1. Smaller recruiting classes: Compressed Division I rosters mean coaches have less room to gamble on developing players or carry large walk-on groups.
  2. International competition: A new study examined more than 7,000 college roster spots and provides useful context for families trying to understand how international recruiting affects domestic players.
  3. The changing college calendar: The 2026 season is the final season before the new Division I men’s two-semester format begins in 2027.
The August Parent Intelligence Brief explains what these developments mean, the questions families should ask coaches, and how players at different stages should respond. The preview is public; the complete issue requires a paid subscription.

https://elite-college-soccer-camps....cer-insider-august-parent-intelligence-brief/

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