If your daughter dreams of playing in college but you’re overwhelmed by where to start, this episode breaks the process down into something clear and doable. Coach Bre talks with David Hitz, COO of Athlete Narrative, about what recruiting really looks like today and how your athlete can get noticed without expensive platforms or endless research.

💡 In This Episode:

✔️ Why “If she’s good enough, coaches will find her” is a myth
✔️ What coaches actually look for in an email
✔️ The biggest mistakes families make early in recruiting
✔️ How your daughter can send 100+ personalized emails quickly
✔️ A behind the scenes look at Athlete Narrative’s simple, affordable tool
✔️ When athletes should realistically start the process
✔️ Why D1 is no longer the only path
✔️ Real stories of athletes going from zero traction to real offers

Connect with David on IG at @athletenarrative and @theneuropro, or email him at [email protected].

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Episode Highlights: 

[00:00:18] Not sure if your daughter is too young to think about college recruiting? Coach Bre explains why understanding the process early builds calm confidence instead of confusion.

[00:01:10] Meet David Hitz, COO of Athlete Narrative and longtime mental performance coach. 

[00:03:20] Where your daughter should actually start with recruiting. Hint: It is not creating a profile and hoping for the best.

[00:05:33] The first mistake almost every family makes. David explains how Googling for help leads parents straight into pricey programs that rarely deliver.

[00:09:42] Why Athlete Narrative designed the app to be simple enough for busy teens.

[00:11:00] Full walkthrough of the recruiting app. How the Radar Page works and how “Hope,” their AI, helps athletes send personalized emails fast.

[00:13:09] The hidden risk of bulk emailing coaches through big platforms. David explains how it can damage credibility and trigger spam filters.

[00:19:00] Real success story. One athlete went from zero interest to multiple offers within a few months.

[00:21:47] When athletes should start using the app. What freshmen, sophomores and juniors need to know.

[00:24:10] Why Athlete Narrative refuses to trap families in a platform. You keep all your coach emails even if you cancel.

[00:25:20] The price every parent wants to know. David explains the surprisingly affordable monthly cost.

[00:26:05] Why The Elite Competitor partnered with Athlete Narrative. Shared mission, shared values, and the same desire to protect girls confidence.

[00:29:33] Another athlete success story. More than 350 emails sent and a commitment to Biola University.

[00:30:52] Final details and access to the Elite Competitor community discount before the price increases.

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