Ep. 8 - Gaizka Crowley - FBS vs FCS Recruiting and Knowing The Recruiting Landscape

In this episode, we focus on best practices in the recruiting and evaluation process, influences on Gaizka and his journey in football, and more specifically the differences between FBS and FCS recruiting. We really touch on all aspects of recruiting in this one and it was a blast recording this week's show!

 

Here is a breakdown for those looking to skip around for specific topics:

• Adapting with the times and COVID Impact (4:00)
• Qualities of successful recruiters and evaluators (9:50)
• The value of case studies in recruiting (17:40)
• Key influences for Gaizka and his process (19:42)
• Aligning with the vision of your head coach (26:06)
• Gaizka's Journey in Football (30:05)
• Topic of the Week: FBS vs FCS Recruiting (48:48)
• Finding out if a recruit "loves the game" (52:18
• Scholarship Allotment and the value of Special Teams (53:34)
• What recruits need to know about financial aid (57:00)
• "You can only pick one school" (1:00:19)
• One piece of advice for recruits, parents and coaches (1:02:04)

Thanks for listening! Be sure to follow Gaizka on Twitter at @Gaizka_SIU  and be sure to visit UpCloseInPersonnel.com -the official website of the show for news, notes and updates! Please subscribe, rate and share the show with your friends, and have a blessed Memorial Day Weekend! -AB