Defining “Fit”

Purpose: Reset assumptions

· Why “fit” gets mentioned so often — and misunderstood

· Fit ≠ talent alone

· Fit is about alignment over four years, not one season

 

The 4 Types of Fit Coaches Evaluate

Purpose: Make fit concrete

1. Athletic Fit – event group needs, training style, development curve

2. Academic Fit – admissions standards, major flexibility, support

3. Cultural Fit – team vibe, accountability, values

4. Personal Fit – independence, maturity, communication style

Common Fit Myths

Purpose: Reduce bad decision-making

· “If they’re interested, it must be a good fit”

· “Higher division always means better fit”

· “Fit will work itself out once I get there”

· “I’ll change to match the program”

 

How Recruits Can Evaluate Fit

Purpose: Give simple tools

· What practices feel like vs what they promise

· How coaches talk about development, injuries, and roles

· Whether current athletes reflect who you want to become

· Questions recruits should ask themselves after visits/calls

 

Parent Perspective

Purpose: Keep alignment

· Parents help assess academics, support systems, finances

· Recruits assess day‑to‑day reality

· Avoid projecting your own definition of “fit”