Recruiting Timeline for the Class of 2031
Every college soccer recruiting milestone that applies to you right now — Pre–high school · Class of 2031.
Your recruiting timeline
Personalized for you — Pre–high school · Class of 2031.
| Grade | Milestone | Div | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 9–12 | You can reach out anytime Athlete-initiated emails and recruiting questionnaires are allowed at ANY time, in ANY division. Coaches just can't always respond until their contact window opens — so get on their radar early. | All | Guidance |
| Grade 9 | Protect your GPA from day oneNow Freshman grades count. Academics are the single biggest lever you control — a strong GPA widens every division and opens academic money. Build good habits now. | All | Guidance |
| Grade 9 | Start collecting film Begin saving game and training footage now, even if it's rough. You can't make a highlight video later without raw clips, so capture them as you go. | All | Guidance |
| Grade 9 | Play club soccer Play club at the highest level you can realistically commit to. College coaches recruit primarily off club and showcase play, so this is where you build a track record. | All | Guidance |
| Grade 9–12 | D3 is the most flexible D3 coaches can contact you anytime, and official visits open January 1 of junior year — not the August 1 D1/D2 date (confirm per program). With no athletic scholarships, D3 recruiting leans heavily on fit and academic aid. | D3 | Guidance |
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