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From some of the posts here, it seems some posters have first hand experience with they or their kids being recruited. So how was your experience? Was there anything that surprised you? What level of persistence from the programs (and did it help or hurt)? If recent, did anyone follow on twitter, etc., or fan boards during the process?
I have only seen this side from a bit removed - a niece of a friend. Friend reported that the family was a bit surprised and overwhelmed at first at the interest, though a number were completely unsuitable. (Alas, no UConn interest, tho they would have loved it) Their experience was mostly positive. Niece and her friends did follow social media and were aware of fan sites (seems like someone would always forward stuff to her if she was mentioned) She chose a school with the best D1 WBB program that she thought offered her a chance to play and develop. She felt comfortable with the coaches (really liked the assistants!) and family was content with the academics. After her visits, the choice was not that difficult. Seems to be working so far.
I have only seen this side from a bit removed - a niece of a friend. Friend reported that the family was a bit surprised and overwhelmed at first at the interest, though a number were completely unsuitable. (Alas, no UConn interest, tho they would have loved it) Their experience was mostly positive. Niece and her friends did follow social media and were aware of fan sites (seems like someone would always forward stuff to her if she was mentioned) She chose a school with the best D1 WBB program that she thought offered her a chance to play and develop. She felt comfortable with the coaches (really liked the assistants!) and family was content with the academics. After her visits, the choice was not that difficult. Seems to be working so far.