Originally Posted by Anonymous
First, let him email whoever he wants, but make sure he knows something about the school. The coaches wont take him seriously if all he writes is " I want to play lacrosse" Tell him to get a little information, then he can email away. there is no harm going big. Just have him look at other programs as well.


This is good advice - if you (may) want business, for example, say something like "I am planning on major in business and I am very interested in your XYZ school of business.

Doesnt sound like much, but coaches read all of these to build their data bases (read: solicit for prospect days where they earn $$). Differentiation helps