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You've found the #1 Soccer Recruitment Podcast in the U.S. Join host Josh Tyler and Tyler Tomlinson as they cut through the confusion of the college recruitment process. It doesn't have to be overwhelming! We dive into the strategies, pitfalls, and fun of recruiting to simplify the path from club player to college athlete. Tune in to get the edge you need!

CAP Chat Live! is a sports podcast hosted by CAP Chat, with 160 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

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  Episode #118

  Big Changes coming to NAIA

  Oct 2, 202626 minS7

  The conversation covers recent changes in NAIA eligibility rules, the implications for institutions, and the impact of new legislation on college sports. The hosts discuss how these changes may affect student-athletes and the landscape of college athletics. Takeaways NAIA changes eligibility rules Impact of Protect College Sports Act The Protect College Sports Act (PCSA) —which originated from negotiations surrounding the earlier College Athletes Protection and Compensation Act and the SAFE Act (led by Sens. Maria Cantwell, Ted Cruz, Cory Booker, and Richard Blumenthal)—is federal legislation designed to replace state NIL laws with a single national framework while granting the NCAA targeted legal protections. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Announcements 03:02 NAIA Eligibility Changes 10:00 Institutional Implications of Changes 16:57 Legislative Developments in College Sports 23:03 Conclusion and Reflections

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  Episode #118

  College Coach Panel: ID CAMPS

  Sep 18, 20261h 1mS7

  summary In this episode, college coaches discuss the ins and outs of ID camps, including misconceptions, evaluation criteria, and effective follow-up strategies. Perfect for aspiring college athletes and their families, this conversation offers valuable insights into the recruiting process. keywords Misconceptions about ID camps What coaches look for in players Effective ways to follow up after camps How to evaluate player intangibles Timing and age for ID camp participation How parents can support their kids during ID camps College Coaches Steve Axtell: Cortland University Nick Luciani: SIUE Bruce Deaton: Evangel University Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Panel and Topics 02:09 Common Misconceptions About ID Camps 04:00 First Impressions on the Field 06:13 Evaluating Player Confidence and Simplicity 08:42 Assessing Intangibles Like Body Language 14:00 How Many ID Camps Should a Player Attend? 16:13 Single School vs Multiple School Camps 20:32 Ideal Age for Attending ID Camps 26:13 Playing Against Older Competition 37:41 Post-Camp Follow-Up Strategies 43:06 What to Do if You Don’t Hear Back 45:21 Level of Play and Club Level Importance 53:16 Final Tips for Making an Impact at ID Camps

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  Implications of the Five and Five Rule

  Aug 13, 202646 minS7

  The conversation covers the impact of the five and five rule in college athletics, the challenges of load management in preseason, and the implications of the rule change on high school seniors and gap year programs. The conversation covers the changing landscape of college recruitment, the impact of rule changes, and the role of ID camps and ODP in the recruitment process. It also delves into the importance of effective communication and the use of traditional methods in modern recruitment strategies. Takeaways Load management in preseason affects player rest and team bonding. The five and five rule has implications for high school seniors and gap year programs. Recruitment landscape is evolving Importance of effective communication Chapters 00:00 Implications of the Five and Five Rule 23:32 Changing Landscape of College Recruitment 27:07 Role of ID Camps and ODP in Recruitment 31:30 Importance of Effective Communication in Recruitment

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  Episode #114

  The Death of the Redshirt: Inside the NCAA’s New "5-in-5" Rule

  Jun 24, 202632 minS16

  The conversation covers the announcement of a new NCAA rule change, its impact on compliance officers, types of waivers and redshirts, challenges for high school seniors, recruitment challenges, impact on college rosters, the death of the traditional redshirt year, scarcity problem, gap year programs, impact on lawsuits, impact on team depth and the transfer portal, reclassification, and the interpretation of rules. Takeaways Impact on high school seniors and college recruiting classes Rise of gap year programs and reclassification Impact on team depth and the transfer portal Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Technical Difficulties 05:12 Impact on Soccer Rosters 11:01 Scarcity Problem and Gap Year Programs 16:29 Rise of Gap Year Programs 22:34 Reclassification and Interpretation of Rules 29:50 Impact of Clock Start Date

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  NCAA's 2-Semester Soccer Season: What You need to know

  May 15, 202626 min

  CAP Chat Live Refreshed by Vita Coco Host: Josh Tyler and Tyler Tomlinson This episode explores recent NCAA changes to Division I men's soccer, including the shift to a two-semester season, transfer window adjustments, and implications for student-athletes and coaches. Gain insights into how these updates aim to improve academic balance, recovery, and overall player experience. Key Topics NCAA's two-semester season implementation Transfer window adjustments for Division I men's soccer Impact on athlete recovery and academic balance

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