Coming full circle, Beca Perez is back where it all started—San Jose State. After stops at Army and Stanford, she’s returned to her alma mater as Director of Recruiting, bringing a wealth of experience and perspective from some of the most unique programs in college football. In our conversation, Beca shares what she’s learned about building relationships, finding players who fit both the culture and the program, and creating opportunities in a landscape that’s constantly changing. Her journey is a reminder that perseverance pays off—and that impact goes far beyond Saturdays.

Behind the Blueprint is presented in partnership with The Coach Portal, a platform built by coaches for coaches that streamlines recruiting and hiring through a large, customizable database, saving time and effort every step of the way.