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Episode #167: Larry Yoder on Recruiting
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🎙️ The Reality of How Softball Coaches Evaluate | Larry Yoder | Ep. 167
In this episode of the Significant Recruiting Podcast, Matt Rogers continues his conversation with Larry Yoder, Head Softball Coach at Mount Mercy University, to break down what really matters in the recruiting process.
This is a real, honest conversation about what coaches are actually looking for, how athletes can separate themselves, and why finding the right fit is more important than most families realize.
Coach Yoder shares his perspective from over 17 seasons of building and leading a successful NAIA softball program—offering insight into communication, evaluation, and what helps recruits stand out for the right reasons.
🔗 Learn more about Coach Yoder: https://mountmercy.edu/athletics/softball/coaches
⏱️ Chapters
00:35 What Coaches Are Really Evaluating
03:10 First Impressions & Initial Contact
06:00 What Separates Recruits Early
09:20 Skill vs. Intangibles
12:15 The Importance of Fit
15:10 Common Recruiting Mistakes
18:05 Communication That Stands Out
21:00 Evaluating Competitiveness & Body Language
24:10 What Parents Need to Understand
27:00 Late Bloomers & Development
30:00 What Success Looks Like in College
33:00 Final Recruiting Advice
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Significant Recruiting: The Playbook for Prospective College Athletes
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