NCAA Recruiting Survey

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Scroll down to the 2015 Fall Softball Survey...
Questions Asked:
•If a prospective recruit chooses not to play for their High School program due to "lack of competition", "poor coaching", etc., how does effect your opinion of the Athlete?
•Approximately what percentage of unsolicited profiles and/or skill videos do you actually review?
•On a scale of 1 to 10, how important are "combine" statistics; 40 yd dash, agility shuttle run, bat speed, overhand throw, etc., in determining which player you recruit?
•Would you watch a prospective recruit on a streamed and/or recorded exposure event?
•On a scale of 1 to 10 how satisfied are you with the current recruiting process?
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Scroll down to 2015 Spring Survey...
Questions Asked:•Will you recruit a Player that wears a fielding mask?
•What is the single most effective action a Player can take to initiate the recruiting process with your University?
•In general, do you recruit for a specific fielding position or the best athlete available?
•What is the average scholarship offer (%) for a Pitcher?
•What is the average scholarship offer (%) for a Catcher?
•What is the average scholarship offer (%) for a Infielder?
•What is the average scholarship offer (%) for a Outfielder?
•What is the single most important advice you can give a player starting the recruitment process?

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[riseball]

Have to say that the responses regarding the facemask were a surprise.

 

[#7sDad]

Thanks for sharing!

 

[JAD]

How do I review the results? When I click on the link nothing is coming up.

 

[rdbass]

How do I review the results? When I click on the link nothing is coming up.

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[JAD]

Did you put in the password.... Survey(Case sensitive).
Required Password: Survey (Cap Sensitive)

When I click on the link my browser (Google Chrome) opens a new window, but nothing ever comes up. I also tried it in Firefox and IE, but got the message "Error 404: Not Found"

 

[SoCal_Dad]

Have to say that the responses regarding the facemask were a surprise.

Did you read the details/comments? They're more telling than the multiple-choice responses.

 

[rdbass]

When I click on the link my browser (Google Chrome) opens a new window, but nothing ever comes up. I also tried it in Firefox and IE, but got the message "Error 404: Not Found"

How about this way:
HeyBucket.com • View topic - NCAA Recruiting Surveys

 

[SoCal_Dad]

When I click on the link my browser (Google Chrome) opens a new window, but nothing ever comes up. I also tried it in Firefox and IE, but got the message "Error 404: Not Found"

How about this way:
HeyBucket.com • View topic - NCAA Recruiting Surveys

I accessed it on 10/26 and can't now. The blank screen in Google Chrome is due to Adblock Plus. When disabled, I got a 404 page with a link to Information for the domain owner.

 

[29dad]

Will you recruit a Player that wears a fielding mask?

Answers

49

94%


Skips

3

6%




0%

36%

72%

Count

Percent

Facemask responses:

Yes



35 71.43%
No



14 28.57%



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124,419,743

If they can catch the ball and throw I do not care
Tuesday, Apr 28th 12:46AM

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124,188,987

unless they are recently injured and have to wear a mask, but if there is no dr. orders they will not wear a mask.
Thursday, Apr 23rd 6:39PM

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123,985,563

I will if it is a pitcher. I know that a lot of youth organizations are mandating it and if a player grows up with it, it doesn't bother me as long as they know they can use their glove to field the ball.
Tuesday, Apr 21st 4:34PM

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123,657,664

As a rule of thumb I would not, however if that kid was averaging 2 K's an inning and was a stud I may overlook the mask.
Thursday, Apr 16th 7:43PM

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123,544,582

No hard and fast answer. not likely as a defender, unless there was a previous injury. Likely if a pitcher. Especially if an injury.
Wednesday, Apr 15th 5:09PM

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123,543,990

I put no, but I will recruit a pitcher with a fielding mask. The reason I say no, is wearing a fielding mask shows me they are unsure of their skills and are unable to compete at the highest level.
Wednesday, Apr 15th 4:58PM

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123,541,286

It does not bother me for certain positions. I do not feel a mask limits the ability of a player to perform in the infield. I would have a problem with an outfielder wearing one because of the distance one has to run to make some plays.
Wednesday, Apr 15th 4:07PM

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123,538,659

If a player is good enough, I can take the mask. As a mother, I can't say that I would stop my child from wearing one if it helped her feel more secure. After seeing some of the injuries I have seen and knowing exit speeds off the bats, I'm open to it.
Wednesday, Apr 15th 3:40PM

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123,538,074

A pitcher yes...a fielder other than 1st or 3rd base I may question their willingness to field a ball w out fear.
Wednesday, Apr 15th 3:34PM

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123,537,986

I won't rule out a player with a facemask, but generally I will shy away from a player wearing a face mask.
Wednesday, Apr 15th 3:30PM

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123,535,085

But, have to be amazing
Wednesday, Apr 15th 2:01PM

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123,532,890

If a player is wearing a face mask for MEDICAL reasons only, it should not be held against them in their athletic evaluation.
Wednesday, Apr 15th 1:53PM

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123,532,348

It would depend on the reason for the mask. I would do it but don't really care of players wearing masks
Wednesday, Apr 15th 2:27PM

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123,531,978

Depends on the position. If they aren't a corner or a pitcher they would have to be really good for me to look at them. I don't love it to begin with so they'd have to be something special even at the corners or in the circle.
Wednesday, Apr 15th 2:22PM

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123,529,928

I understand the bats are hotter than they used to be and field conditions are great but it shows a player may be afraid of the ball. I understand with special situations but its a turnoff.
Wednesday, Apr 15th 2:00PM

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123,525,050

I can't say that it is an absolute NO but I tend to shy away from those players. I feel that if they have been taught the techniques that will make them successful at a younger age, they will have the skills needed to succeed at the DI level. I feel that a lot of players are not coached anymore, they are just put out on the field to get recruited. Which hurts them in the long run.
Wednesday, Apr 15th 1:03PM

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123,523,371

It is initially a flag to me though. If they have had a previous injury I understand.
Wednesday, Apr 15th 12:45PM

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123,521,992

Only if they have a very valid reason for wearing it. Such as being hit in the face
Wednesday, Apr 15th 12:27PM

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123,499,661

In rare situations I will consider recruiting someone who wears a facemask. If there is a medical reason (i.e. previous fractures, etc). The reason I shy away from facemasks is because of what it can represent... 1. Poor fielding mechanics and/or low confidence on defense (can lead to bad habits that are hard to fix), 2. Poor reactions and therefore unlikely to be able to handle the DI speed of the game.

I will not recruit an outfielder that wears a facemask. Overall the DI game is a fastpaced game where the athletes train hard, gain strength, learn fundamentals, etc. The game is harder, faster, and more dangerous... If you can't handle the travel level and HAVE to have the facemask how are you going to handle the upper levels???
Wednesday, Apr 15th 3:05AM

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123,496,524

I would prefer not to since it seems to imply that the athlete is afraid of the ball. If she is good enough, we will recruit her, but it is a detractor.
Wednesday, Apr 15th 1:45AM

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123,493,057

Yes, but only if she was good enough to play at the Division I level.
Wednesday, Apr 15th 12:16AM

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123,488,168

only at pitcher or corners
Tuesday, Apr 14th 10:37PM

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123,481,262

If a player is more comfortable wearing the mask I want them to wear it. I have seen several catastrophic injuries and I've become a supporter.
Tuesday, Apr 14th 8:25PM

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123,478,744

Her safety is a priority
Tuesday, Apr 14th 7:56PM

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123,477,445

If they are wearing it because of a prior injury then i would consider it.
Tuesday, Apr 14th 7:41PM