When our family first entered the recruiting world, I thought coaches would just find athletes during senior year. We quickly learned that recruiting starts much earlier — and families who understand the process early give their athletes a real advantage. For this reason, this guide explains the steps we wish we understood sooner and what actually matters when trying to get recruited for college football. Understanding How College Football Recruiting Really Works The first biggest misconception is that recruiting begins senior year. In reality, the recruiting process often begins during the sophomore and junior years of high school. For example, College coaches are not only looking for talent. They are…