The D1 volleyball recruiting landscape has changed, and if you're navigating the process as an athlete, parent, or coach, it's critical to stay ahead of the curve.
In this premiere episode of the NXTVB Podcast, host Susan Forbes, former Division 1 athlete, coach, and certified life coach, breaks down the biggest shifts shaping NCAA volleyball recruiting today. From updated NCAA timelines and the June 15th contact rule to the real impact of NIL deals and the transfer portal, Susan unpacks everything you need to know to stay grounded and confident throughout the recruiting journey.
Whether you're a top prospect, unsure where you stand, or simply overwhelmed by the process, this episode will help you gain clarity, set realistic expectations, and make empowered decisions for your future.
In this episode I mention the June 15th Prep Club which ran for the month of May. If you are listening and want help prepping for June 15th, join us inside the ALL-IN Membership, we're dishing all that we can there leading up to June 15th and will be there to support you if you need beyond June 15th as well!
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Chapters
00:00 – Welcome to NXTVB and who this show is for
01:00 – Why the recruiting game is different in 2025
02:05 – NCAA rule: What June 15th really means
03:00 – NIL changes and how they’ve shifted athlete leverage
04:20 – The “Wild West” of college sports and what volleyball can expect
06:30 – Pressure on top coaches and the race for top recruits
08:45 – Early offers, deadlines, and high-stakes decisions
10:00 – What the June 15th Prep Club is and who it's for
11:15 – Why mid-tier programs are leaning into the transfer portal
13:40 – A longer recruiting process isn’t a bad thing
15:50 – Why it’s more expensive to be a top prospect
18:00 – Senior-year opportunities: they’re more common than you think
20:25 – Coaching changes, the portal, and shifting roster spots
22:45 – Why mindset, mentorship,
Connect with Susan:
Check out the website: www.nxtvb.com
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