Scout is your built-in AI recruiting assistant on the SportsRecruits platform, created to help student-athletes and their families confidently navigate every step of the college recruiting process with personalized, real-time guidance and support. You can learn more about the creation of Scout here. 

What is the Best Way to Use Scout?

Click on the image in the bottom right-hand corner of your profile to have your first conversation with Scout. Scout has been trained to assist you with a variety of important topics within the recruiting process. Here are some examples of questions that student-athletes have asked Scout and have received helpful responses: 

• Help me write an intro email to coaches.
  • Scout has been trained on the best way to communicate with college coaches through email. Whether it’s reaching out to schools for the first time, sharing an event schedule, or asking if a coach is still recruiting your position, Scout can guide you on the most effective way of communicating with college coaches.
• As a parent, what is my role in the recruiting process?
  • Scout understands the delicate balance parents need to strike in supporting their student-athlete. Scout can provide guidance on how to support your student-athlete's recruiting journey without taking over, helping them take ownership of their profile and communicate directly with coaches.
• What are common mistakes made during the recruiting process?
  • Our recruiting analyst team knows the dos and don’ts of handling your recruiting journey, and they have passed that information on to Scout. Ask Scout when the right time is to follow up with a school, or if it’s a good idea to approach a college coach in person at a showcase.
• What are the important factors to consider when creating a list of colleges?

  • Many student-athletes have an idea of what they want in a college, but they struggle with finding programs that fit with their interests holistically. Scout can make recommendations based on what you find most important in a school. 

     

Tips to Get the Most Out of Scout 

Scout works best when it is answering questions related to the college recruiting process, particularly those involving profile management, communication with college coaches, and staying organized. 

• Set clear goals - Establish with Scout what you want to achieve through your SportsRecruits profile. This could be anything from getting noticed by college coaches to finding the perfect fit for your academic and athletic aspirations. Being direct with Scout will lead to effective conversations.
• Update your profile - Make sure your profile is complete, up-to-date, and showcases your skills and achievements both on and off the field. The more information you make available on your profile, the easier it will be for Scout to give you recommendations and advice.
• Stay organized and proactive - Use the tools and resources provided by Scout to track your progress, follow up with coaches, and plan your next moves strategically.
   

Can I Give Feedback on Scout?

Yes! Your feedback is critical to improving Scout's performance. After any response from Scout, you can give a 👍 or 👎 rating and add optional feedback. These responses help improve the quality and reliability of answers Scout provides, so let us know what you like that Scout does, and what you’d like to see in the future. 

Scout also includes built-in safety and moderation systems to ensure every conversation is helpful, respectful, and secure.