WHY ATHLETES AND THEIR FAMILIES CHOOSE US
We Handle The Recruiting. You Focus On Their Future.
Whether your athlete plays soccer, basketball, baseball, football, golf, volleyball, softball, track & field or another college sport, the recruiting process can be a lot to manage.
Recruiting can feel like a second full-time job. Finding the right schools, contacting coaches, following up, understanding opportunities and knowing what to do next takes time, experience and persistence.
That's where we come in. Our recruitment specialists work alongside your family to build a strategy, put your athlete in front of college coaches and guide the process through their recruiting journey.
Why Families Choose NextUp.
Not just a profile or a list of coaches. A team, a process and the experience to help your athlete pursue real college opportunities.
50,000+ College Coaches
Reach into a network of 50,000+ college coaches across sports and programs, so your athlete can be introduced to schools that fit their goals.
Personalized Strategy
Get a tailored plan based on athletic ability, academics, preferred location, budget and the level of college that fits.
Direct Coach Outreach
We help drive consistent coach outreach through emails, calls and follow-ups—not just upload a profile and leave you to do the work.
Target School Guidance
We help narrow the search to realistic-fit schools, then prioritize where to focus time and outreach.
Scholarship Guidance
Explore potential athletic scholarships, academic awards and other funding options with a clearer understanding of the opportunities.
More Than A Database.
You're not paying for access to a database and being left on your own. Our team brings recruitment experience, a proven process and ongoing guidance to help manage the work involved in pursuing college opportunities.
Your athlete shouldn't have to navigate thousands of schools, coaches, requirements and deadlines alone. NextUp brings it together into one clear recruitment process.
why families choose nextup
There are several recruiting platforms available to student-athletes, we’ll show you why athletes and their families select NextUpRecruitment over its competition.
| NEXTUPRECRUITMENT WE DO THE WORK WITH YOU | TRADITIONAL RECRUITING PLATFORMS YOU DO THE WORK YOURSELF | |
|---|---|---|
| Recruitment Profile | ✓ | ✓ |
| College & Coach Database | ✓ | ✓ |
| Recruiting Communication Tools | ✓ | ✓ |
| Personalized School Matching | ✓ | − |
| Personalized Recruitment Strategy | ✓ | − |
| Target School Recommendations | ✓ | − |
| We Contact College Coaches | ✓ | − |
| We Follow Up With Coaches | ✓ | − |
| We Help Manage Your Recruitment | ✓ | − |
| Scholarship Guidance | ✓ | − |
| Athletic & Academic Fit Guidance | ✓ | ✓ Resources |
| One-on-One Recruitment Support | ✓ | − Varies by Plan |
| Platform / Mobile App | ✓ | ✓ |
Serious about getting your recruitment started?
Speak with a NextUpRecruitment advisor today and we'll help you understand your options, identify the right level of support, and map out your next steps.
Speak to a Recruitment Advisor No pressure. Just a conversation about your recruitment.Still have questions? Let's make recruiting clearer.
Choosing a recruiting service is a big decision. Here are some of the questions athletes and families ask before getting started with NextUpRecruitment.
What makes NextUpRecruitment different from other recruiting platforms?
NextUpRecruitment is designed to combine recruiting technology with actual support. Instead of simply giving athletes a database and expecting them to manage the process themselves, we help with school selection, coach outreach, follow-up, recruiting strategy and scholarship guidance.
Do I have to figure out which colleges to contact myself?
No. We help identify programs based on your athletic ability, academics, goals, location and preferred college environment. From there, we can help build a targeted list of schools to pursue.
Does NextUp actually contact college coaches?
Yes. Coach outreach is one of the key differences between NextUpRecruitment and a traditional self-service recruiting platform. Our team can help contact college coaches and follow up with programs on your behalf.
Can NextUp help me find scholarship opportunities?
We help athletes understand their potential college options and navigate scholarship conversations and financial aid opportunities. Athletic scholarships are not guaranteed, and opportunities vary by school, division and individual athlete.
Is NextUp only for elite athletes?
No. College opportunities exist across NCAA Division I, Division II, Division III, NAIA, NJCAA and other levels. The goal is to identify programs where your athletic, academic and personal profile can be a realistic fit.
What if I don't know which level I can play at?
That's exactly where a recruiting strategy can help. We look at your athletic profile, academics, experience and goals to help identify realistic programs rather than focusing on one division or a handful of schools.
Do you help with more than just finding a college?
Yes. Recruiting is about more than receiving an offer. We help athletes think through athletic fit, academic fit, scholarship opportunities, coach communication and the overall college decision.
Can international athletes use NextUpRecruitment?
Yes. We work with athletes pursuing college opportunities in the United States, including international student- athletes. Academic, admissions, eligibility and immigration requirements can vary depending on the athlete and school.
How early should an athlete start the recruiting process?
There is value in starting early. Beginning sooner gives athletes more time to develop, improve their profile, build relationships with coaches and understand their college options before important recruiting decisions need to be made.
Can I start for free?
Yes. Athletes can create a free NextUpRecruitment profile and get started with the platform. Additional plans are available for athletes and families who want more tools, support and hands-on assistance.