D1 Baseball Recruiting Guide

Men: 11.7 (equivalency). Can be split among up to 27 players; very few full rides.

D1 Baseball coaches prioritize: pure tools and measurables drive offers, national recruiting reach, elite showcase performance, recruit 2-3 years in advance. Your highlight video should demonstrate these qualities through competitive game footage.

Start by creating a professional highlight video with tracking circles to identify yourself in game footage. Around 350 schools compete at the D1 level, so research the D1 Baseball programs that match your academic and athletic profile. Email coaches directly with your video link, athletic resume, and academic information. Attend showcases and camps where D1 coaches evaluate prospects.

For D1 Baseball, the recruiting timeline depends on the specific rules. D1 coaches can send recruiting materials starting June 15 after your sophomore year, with calls beginning September 1 of junior year. Start building your highlight video as early as possible.

Your D1 Baseball highlight video should be 3-5 minutes long and include competitive game footage that demonstrates the skills coaches at this level evaluate. Use tracking circles to make yourself identifiable on every play. D1 coaches want to see elite-level skills against top competition.