Want to play D1 college football — or help your kid get there?In this powerful episode of the New Dad Order Podcast, Ray breaks down 8 things he did to play Division 1 football in the 90s — and 5 ways modern athletes can still get recruited today.The game may have changed — with NIL deals, transfer portals, and social media highlights — but one thing hasn’t: effort always matters.🎧 Whether you’re a dad raising an athlete, a parent navigating today’s confusing recruiting world, or a coach helping young players succeed, this episode delivers real talk and actionable advice.You’ll learn:🏈 The biggest recruiting mistake parents still make🏈 Why grades matter more than hype🏈 The truth about multi-sport athletes🏈 Why game film beats Instagram clips🏈 The mindset coaches are still looking for🏈 How to help your kid stand out — without spending a fortune🏈 What I wish I knew when chasing D1 dreamsFrom old school grit to modern recruiting hacks, this is a must-watch for any family thinking about college sports.👊 We built this podcast to serve:✅ New dads✅ Stepdads✅ Parenting podcast fans✅ Sports parents✅ Athletes and coaches✅ YouTubers building fatherhood or personal growth communities👉 Join the #DadCiples — where fatherhood meets real life, sports meets character, and we raise kids who chase their dreams the right way.👍 Like | 💬 Comment | 🔔 SubscribeLet’s build better athletes — and better humans.#collegefootball #d1recruiting #fatherhoodpodcast #parentingathletes #stepdadlife #raisingathletes #youthsports #NILera #newdadorder #sportsparents #footballpodcast #dadcommunity #realparenting #gritwinsReach out to Jerrard or RayJerrard-Jmparfait@gmail.comJerrard-IG is @itsparfait Ray-rbelvin91@gmail.comMelatonin-Free Sleep & Recovery for Peak fitness-Hit this link and use our promo code-NDOZZZhttps://thirdzy.com/Need a new energy drink get Dubby Energy!https://www.dubby.gg/discount/NEWDADORDER?ref=fhfcqotbSpotify-https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/ray-belvin/episodes/No-Regrets-on-using-Life-360--Eat-whats-cooked--NDO5-family-podcast-motivation-art-jre-e31pdc6📅 Final Timeline / Chapters0:00 – Full Video Intro (Custom intro content you added)1:17 – Main Show Intro: D1 Football Journey + Why This Episode Matters2:00 – Reason #1: Effort Wins Opportunities3:15 – Reason #2: Be Athletic — Basketball, Agility, Footwork4:50 – Reason #3: Know Your Job — Mental Processing & Reads7:10 – Reason #4: Speed Matters — Run Well At Any Size8:30 – Reason #5: Play With Confidence + Coachability10:10 – Reason #6: Play Multiple Sports — Recruit Visibility12:40 – Reason #7: Academic Success Matters15:05 – Reason #8: Team Success Drives Recruiting17:20 – When I Knew I Could Go D1 — Pitt Postcard Moment19:00 – How Recruiting Has Changed — NIL + Transfer Portal20:40 – Tip #1: Attend Legit School Camps23:15 – Tip #2: Beware Showcase Money Traps25:45 – Tip #3: Stay Focused on Schoolwork + Eligibility28:05 – Tip #4: Be Humble, Attentive, Well-Spoken30:30 – Tip #5: Use Social Media Wisely — Avoid DelusionsSpecial Segment: Soccer & Youth Sports Conversation35:00 – Youth Soccer Cutoff Controversy — Birth Year vs School Year36:10 – Club Soccer vs High School Soccer Recruiting37:15 – European Club Influence & U.S. Soccer PathwaysFinal Segment: Parenting, Mindset, Community38:30 – Parenting Wisdom — Take Advice That Fits Your Kid39:20 – Personality Gaps & Raising Well-Rounded Kids40:15 – Final Reflection — Processing Sports Info at Young Age41:00 – Call to Action — Subscribe, Comment, Join New Dad Order Community#joerogan #theovon #shawnryanshow #news #dailydoseofwisdom