In this episode of the Football Scholarship Podcast, Coach Powell provides invaluable advice for parents and aspiring college football athletes on securing football scholarships. The discussion covers the importance of GPA, effective communication with coaches, and understanding the different scholarship levels. Coach Powell emphasizes the role of highlight films and managing academic expectations. The episode also delves into the unique aspects of Sprint football and the opportunities it offers. Key insights include the recruiting process, building a successful football program, and the importance of player development both on and off the field.________________________________________________________________Follow us on different Social Media Platforms:IG: https://www.instagram.com/richiecontartesi?igsh=MWlmaTZyZ2lnMGg3bw==X: https://x.com/richcontartesi?s=11TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@richiecontartesi?_r=1&_t=ZG-916ZL8nxN7R
Join the Football Scholarship Podcast as we jump into the incredible journey of Sylvester Williams from North Carolina to winning a Super Bowl in the NFL. Discover how he overcame challenges, lacked football experience in high school, and ultimately became a first-round NFL draft pick. Listen in as he shares invaluable lessons about the importance of character, work ethic, and adaptability, and get insights from his mentor Brian Overton about the recruiting process. Packed with real life advice for aspiring athletes and their families, this episode is a must-watch for anyone looking to understand what it takes to succeed in football and beyond.
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In this episode of The Football Scholarship Podcast, Richie Contartesi sits down with Coach Jason Aubry, Head Football Coach at Kentucky Christian University, to reveal how recruiting really works at the NAIA and D2 levels and what high school athletes must do to earn real football scholarships.
Coach Aubry shares exactly how his staff selects players, what makes a recruit stand out, and why the right cultural fitand authenticity matter more than chasing big name D1 programs.
Learn why getting on campus, communicating the right way, and finding the right level are the keys to turning recruiting interest into offers.
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If you’re a parent or athlete serious about playing college football — this episode will show you exactly what it takes to stand out and find the right program.
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If your son is getting invited to game day visits, this episode breaks down how to turn those visits into real football scholarship offers. Richie Contartesi and Coach Brian Overton share the exact steps — from validating if an invite is real, to what to say, what to do when you’re there, and how to follow up afterward — so your son isn’t just showing up but standing out to college coaches.
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D1 Columbia Head Coach Jon Poppe breaks down how athletes should contact college coaches the right way. Learn why personalized messages matter, when to follow up, and the best time to send your film so coaches actually respond.
In this episode, Richie Contartesi sits down with Kentucky State Head Coach Felton Huggins Jr. to break down what college coaches are really looking for in recruits. From social media profiles and highlight film strategy to grades, goals, and how athletes should communicate with coaches, you’ll learn exactly how to stand out in today’s recruiting process.
In this special episode, Richie Contartesi shares strategies from his new book The Football Scholarship Playbook.
You’ll learn why so few athletes earn scholarships, how to stand out with the right highlight tape, target list, and social media presence, and the exact steps to move from first contact with a coach to a real offer.
With powerful stories of overlooked athletes who earned scholarships using this system, this episode is a must for parents and players who want a clear blueprint for recruiting success.
In this episode of the Football Scholarship Podcast, Richie Contartesi sits down with Missouri Western Head Coach Tyler Fenwick to share what really matters in the recruiting process.
Coach Fenwick explains why character and accountability are just as important as talent, how coaches evaluate players beyond the highlight tape, and why building relationships is key to earning a scholarship.
He also breaks down the value of prospect camps, game day visits, and development at the Division II level.
Parents and athletes will walk away with a better understanding of what college coaches look for and how to stand out in a competitive recruiting environment.
In this episode, Hampton University Head Coach Trenton Boykin pulls back the curtain on how players really earn scholarship offers.
He shares what coaches look for beyond talent such as grades, character, passion for the game, and even how athletes use social media.
Coach Boykin also explains why camps matter, how to stay on a coach’s radar, and why being genuine in outreach makes all the difference.
In this episode, McKendree University Head Football Coach Jason Rejfek shares exactly what college coaches are really looking for when recruiting high school players.
From how to structure a highlight film so coaches actually watch it, to why academics and character are just as important as athletic talent, Coach Rejfek gives parents and athletes a clear look inside the recruiting process.
If your son dreams of playing college football, this conversation will help you understand how to get noticed, earn opportunities, and avoid the mistakes that cost players scholarships.
D2 Head Football Coach Gary Bass shares what it really takes for coaches to offer a scholarship. From grades and academics to relationships and character, he breaks down how parents can guide their son through the recruiting process and earn real opportunities.
In this episode of the Football Scholarship Podcast, Richie Contartesi sits down with Southern Nazarene University Head Coach Dustin Hada to reveal what most parents and athletes miss in the recruiting process.
Coach Hada shares why outreach and building real relationships with college coaches is the first step to earning a football scholarship.
He explains how communication, energy, and social media presence can set an athlete apart even when talent is equal. If you are a parent of a high school football player, this conversation will show you exactly what coaches are really looking for and how your son can position himself to get noticed.
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D1 Coach Mark Rhea from Portland State joins Richie Contartesi to break down the one thing most parents and athletes overlook when trying to get a football scholarship: building real relationships with college coaches.
In this episode, Coach Rhea shares what actually gets a player noticed, why mass emails don’t work, how parents can help the right way, and what recruiting really looks like behind the scenes.
If you're serious about your son playing at the next level, this conversation is a must-listen.
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In this episode, Coach Roger Waialae of West Liberty University shares how he recruits athletes, what he looks for beyond talent, and why communication and character matter more than ever. If you're a parent or athlete navigating the college football recruiting process, this conversation will give you honest, practical insight from a coach with over 20 years of experience.
In this episode, D2 Head Coach Jason Killday reveals how college coaches actually evaluate recruiting emails and what gets your son’s film noticed or ignored. If you're a parent wondering why coaches aren’t responding, this conversation breaks down the outreach mistakes that cost athletes scholarships and the simple changes that can make all the difference.
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In this episode, Coach Richie sits down with Coach Bryan Jones, a former Division 1 coach, to talk about what really goes on behind the scenes in college football recruiting.
From building relationships with players and families to what separates dominant athletes from the rest, Coach Bryan shares exactly what he looked for when offering scholarships—and why most high school athletes never get on a coach’s radar.
If you're a parent or athlete serious about playing at the next level, this is a conversation you don't want to miss.
In this episode, new Concord University Head Football Coach Cody Edwards shares how he rebuilt his roster after losing over 40 players, what he looks for in high school recruits, and how athletes can still earn scholarships after signing day.
He breaks down his approach to culture, email communication, and how to stand out at camps, especially at the Division II level.Grab a free copy of Richie’s book at gonextplay.com/free
In this episode of the Football Scholarship Podcast, we break down the five types of football camps—and reveal which ones actually lead to scholarship offers. If you're a parent trying to help your son get recruited, this is the information you need before spending another dollar on camp fees. Learn what works, what doesn’t, and how to make sure your son stands out to college coaches.
In this episode, Richie Contartesi sits down with Levi Gallas, the head football coach at Adams State University, to reveal what really matters in the college football recruiting process. From how coaches evaluate film to the role of social media and honest conversations with players, Coach Gallas shares a raw and eye-opening perspective every parent needs to hear.
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Are mega camps worth it or just a waste of time and money? In this episode, Coach Brian Overton and Richie explain what mega camps really are, how they work, and what most parents get wrong about them. They also share what your son can do to stand out and actually get recruited if he goes. If you're thinking about sending your son to a camp, this is a must-listen.
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