Triple Block HeadsAuthor: Triple Block Heads
Welcome to Triple Block Heads; the podcast for all things volleyball. Each episode, the trio of Block Heads will discuss topics that will hit home for a variety of volleyball enthusiasts, from beginners to collegiate athletes and volley nerds in between. Language: en-us Genres: News, Sports, Sports News, Volleyball Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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TBH Episode 6: Empowering the Athlete: A Parent’s Guide to College Recruitment
Episode 6
Wednesday, 29 January, 2025
In this episode of Triple Blockheads, hosts Makani, Frank, and Mark discuss the intricacies of collegiate recruitment, focusing on the role and influence of parents in the process. They emphasize the importance of allowing athletes to advocate for themselves while providing tips for parents on how to support their children effectively without overstepping. The discussion covers proper etiquette at club tournaments, the significance of authentic communication during recruitment, and the impact of a parent's involvement in a child's journey from high school to college sports. The hosts highlight the need for independence, character building, and appropriate parent engagement during campus visits and phone calls with coaches. They also touch upon the relationship between clubs and colleges in preparing athletes for recruitment and the importance of honesty and fit in both domains.Instagram - @tripleblockheadsX - @tripleblockheadThreads - tripleblockheadsFacebook - Triple Block HeadsYoutube - @TripleBlockHeads