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18 Mistakes to Avoid — and What to Do Instead

Each card pairs the behaviors that quietly hurt a recruitment with the approach that actually helps it.

Final Thought

Support without controlling.

Guide without speaking for your son.

Encourage without creating pressure.

Trust the process.

The goal is not to win recruiting. The goal is to help your son find the right school, earn a degree, continue playing football, and build a successful future.

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We Help Families Navigate the Journey.

From recruiting guidance to team fundraising and scholarships, NBF gives athletes and families the tools to compete and succeed.

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