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D2 Soccer Recruiting Guide

A strong balance of athletics and academics with partial scholarship opportunities. D2 programs recruit regionally and offer competitive play with more flexibility than D1.

300+

NCAA Division II schools

Yes

Athletic scholarships

high

Recruiting intensity

Where D2 soccer coaches find talent: the deepest soccer pipelines run through California, Texas, Florida, North Carolina, New Jersey.

D2 Soccer Scholarships

Men: 9 (equivalency). Women: 9.9 (equivalency).

What D2 Soccer Coaches Look For

Coaches at the NCAA Division II level have specific priorities when evaluating soccer recruits. Understanding these priorities helps you create a highlight video that speaks directly to what these programs need.

Coach Priorities

1

Strong technical ability

2

Good game IQ compensates for athleticism

3

Work ethic and willingness to develop

4

Balance: Can manage academics and athletics

5

Regional talent often recruited

6

Late bloomers welcome

Playing Style at D2

  • Tactical and technical
  • Mix of direct and possession-based
  • Competitive but slightly less intense than D1
  • More emphasis on team chemistry

Soccer Position Guides

Each soccer position has different evaluation criteria. Explore position-specific highlight video guides with clips to include and tracking circle placement tips.

Soccer Highlight Video Guide

For a complete breakdown of soccer highlight video requirements including video structure, timeline, and all position guides, visit the full sport guide.

Soccer Highlight Video Guide

Soccer Recruiting at Other Divisions

Frequently Asked Questions

Create Your D2 Soccer Highlight Video

Add professional tracking circles to your game footage and get noticed by NCAA Division II coaches.