You sent a few emails. Maybe a coach liked a tweet or said “keep in touch.” But does that mean you’re really being recruited?
As an unsigned junior, your time is valuable. Here’s how to separate polite replies from real interest—and what to do about it.
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✅ 1. They Watch Your Film (and Say Something About It)
Real recruiting starts with evaluation. If a coach watches your film and gives feedback—good or bad—that’s a strong sign they’re paying attention.
📌 Red flag: “Thanks, we’ll keep an eye out” with no mention of your game = probably not serious yet.
📅 2. They Ask for Your Schedule
If a coach asks where you’re playing next or if they can come watch you live—that’s real interest.
📌 Pro Tip: Always have a simple PDF or link ready with your game/tournament schedule.
🎓 3. They Ask for Your Grades or Test Scores
Recruiting isn’t just basketball—it’s admissions. If they’re asking about GPA, transcripts, or SAT/ACT, it’s because they’re checking if you fit their school.
📌 Pro Tip: Include your GPA in every email to speed up the process.
📬 4. They Follow Up—More Than Once
Coaches who are serious will:
Ask how games went
Respond quickly
Keep the conversation moving
📌 Red flag: If you’re always the one following up and they never reply, you’re probably not on their board yet.
🎯 5. They Tell You Their Roster Needs
If a coach says “we’re looking for a guard in your class” or “we just had a forward decommit,” that’s gold.
It means:
✅ You fit their recruiting window
✅ They’re being transparent
✅ You can take action right now
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🔥 Final Thought
As an unsigned junior, don’t waste time chasing dead ends.
✅ Focus on coaches who respond, ask for info, and follow up
✅ Track real interest vs polite replies
✅ Use CBO to find the right matches faster
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