You sent your email. No reply.
Now what?
As an unsigned junior, following up the right way can keep you on a coach’s radar — or put you on the “do not respond” list. Here’s how to follow up with confidence and respect.
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⏳ 1. Wait at Least 5–7 Days
Recruiting staffs are busy, especially in summer.
✅ Give it a week before sending a second message
✅ Don’t send back-to-back DMs or emails in under 48 hours
📌 Pro Tip: Track your outreach in a Google Sheet so you don’t forget who you’ve contacted (and when).
📨 2. Keep the Follow-Up Short
This isn’t a brand new email — it’s a nudge.
✅ Example:
Hi Coach [Last Name], just following up on my message from last week. I’m a 6’2 PG from the 2025 class and would love to know if you’re recruiting my position. Here’s my film + summer schedule again. Thanks for your time!
[Highlight Link]
[Schedule / Contact Info]
📌 Pro Tip: Stay professional. No “???” or “please answer me.” That turns coaches off fast.
🎯 3. Add Value Each Time
Don’t just resend the same message. Add something useful:
✅ A new clip from a recent game
✅ An updated schedule
✅ A stat line or event recap
📌 Pro Tip: “Coach, just dropped new film from this weekend’s event. Would love your feedback!”
🚦 4. Know When to Move On
If you follow up 2–3 times and still hear nothing, it’s okay to cross them off your list.
✅ Focus your energy on coaches who respond, even briefly
✅ Use CBO to find more realistic fits who are still recruiting
📌 Pro Tip: No reply doesn’t always mean “no” — but it does mean “not now.” Keep moving.
🔥 Final Word
Following up is part of the recruiting process — but it’s also an art.
✅ Be patient, polite, and persistent
✅ Make it easy for coaches to evaluate you
✅ Don’t take silence personally — take action
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