How do you stand out in college baseball recruiting? In this episode, I sit down with Karl Nonemaker, Associate Head Coach and Recruiting Coordinator at Auburn University. He breaks down what it takes to catch a coach's eye and shares actionable advice for players, parents, and coaches navigating the recruiting process. We also dive into the impact of rule changes like the transfer portal, and the role of technology and NIL in college baseball. Get ready to level up your understanding of college baseball recruitment.

 

HIGHLIGHTS

00:00 Meet Auburn’s Recruiting Coordinator, Karl Nonemaker.

05:30 Factors to consider when deciding between college and professional baseball.

14:30 How the recent rule changes shape the early recruitment process.

17:30 Ways to use social media to grab a coach’s attention.

24:15 Why two-way players are a growing asset for college programs.

27:00 How NIL is reshaping opportunities in college baseball.

33:30 Advice for high school players navigating the recruiting process.

40:00 Why transparency is critical among players, parents, and coaches.

47:45 What parents should and shouldn’t do to support their athletes.

 

RESOURCES + LINKS

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FOLLOW

Matt Hannaford: @mfhannaford

Karl Nonemaker: @knonemak