Get Noticed by College Coaches with This Proven Step-by-Step Guide

Your daughter’s recruiting video is her first handshake with a college coach. And when coaches are scanning hundreds of videos a week, you’ve got less than 60 seconds to stand out—or get skipped. Better at Beach’s recruitment experts have helped hundreds of athletes land college offers. Here’s exactly how to build a recruiting video that grabs attention and gets results.

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🎯 What Every Beach Volleyball Recruiting Video Needs

⏱ Opening Sequence (0–15 seconds)

The first few seconds are make-or-break. Clearly display:

• Full name and graduation year

• Height and vertical reach

• Current club/team

• GPA and SAT/ACT scores

• Email and phone contact info

🧠 Pro Tip: Use text overlays so coaches don’t have to guess or search.

🔥 Highlight Reel (30–45 seconds)

This is your daughter’s “wow” moment.

• Best in-game plays from recent tournaments

• Show a variety of skills—don’t repeat the same play

• Include real game speed and decision-making situations

• Demonstrate court IQ and hustle

💬 "If I don't see game-speed skills in the first 30 seconds, I stop watching."
— Colby Burleson, Division I Beach Volleyball Coach

🎥 Skills Demonstration (1–2 minutes)

Focus on technical execution under control, not just flashy hits.

• Serving consistency (topspin and float)

• Controlled passing from serve receive

• Setting with both hands and bump setting

• Hitting variety: line, cut, high line, seam

• Defensive positioning and pursuit

• Blocking mechanics (for blockers)

🛠 Video Quality & Technical Guidelines

📹 Video Standards

• HD resolution: 1080p or higher

• Stable camera: Use tripod or gimbal

• Good lighting: Avoid backlighting

• Identify player clearly: Use arrows or highlight circles

• Include multiple angles (baseline, sideline)

⏳ Video Length Recommendations

• Total length: 3–4 minutes max

• Highlight section: 45–60 seconds

• Skills demo: 1–2 minutes

• Info outro: 20–30 seconds with contact details

🚫 Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Blurry or shaky footage

• Filming from too far away

• No game-speed clips

• No skill variety (just hitting)

• No defensive or serve receive footage

• Missing or hard-to-find contact info

• Unclear video organization or too long

✅ Step-by-Step Creation Process

1. Gather Footage

• Record full tournament matches

• Capture skills sessions with controlled reps

• Get footage from multiple angles

• Use consistent uniforms or markers

2. Organize Content

• Group by skill (serve, pass, attack, etc.)

• Label clips clearly

• Map out a storyboard or sequence

3. Edit Professionally

• Choose your top 1–2 clips per skill

• Use clean transitions and text overlays

• Insert relevant stats (height, GPA, vertical)

• Keep it short, sharp, and structured

🚀 Distribute Your Video the Right Way

Upload Platforms

• YouTube (set as Unlisted)

• Vimeo with share link

• Hudl or recruiting sites

Send to Coaches

• Use personalized email templates

• Include name, grad year, video link, and short intro

• Keep a follow-up calendar

• Track who watches and who responds

⭐ Success Story

“We followed the Better at Beach checklist, and within two weeks of uploading her new video, 15 college coaches reached out. She’s now committed to Pepperdine!”
— Michelle R., Parent of D1 Commit

🎓 Get Professional Help with Your Video

Want expert feedback and step-by-step help creating a standout recruiting video?
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✅ 1-on-1 Video Review & Edits
✅ Custom Filming Guidelines
✅ Editing Assistance & Templates
✅ Distribution Strategy & Follow-Up Plan

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