• Parents Don’t Realize They’re Applying The Pressure
    Feb 20 2026

    Everyone talks about "5-Star Recruits," but nobody talks about the pressure that makes them POP. 💥

    In this video, I break down the PSI (Pressure Squeezing Inside) of youth sports. The NCAA built the pump, the Transfer Portal is the release valve, but parents... we are often the "needle." 💉

    Are you accidentally over-inflating your athlete with expectations until they hit the "Red Zone"?

    There is no warning line on the NCAA's gauge. It's up to YOU to check the pressure before the system breaks your athlete.

    Stop guessing. Start protecting.

    #NCAA #TransferPortal #CollegeRecruiting #AthleteBurnout #SportsParents #NIL #TheAthleticScholarshipTruth #PSI

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    1 min
  • Carbs vs. B-Roll Which One Actually Works #YouTubeGurus #DadJokes #Recruiting
    Feb 17 2026

    Everyone tells you that "B-Roll" is the secret to YouTube growth. They say it increases retention, boosts engagement, and pleases the algorithm. So I went to the store and bought every type of roll I could find.

    In this video, I test:

    Dinner Rolls (High retention?)

    Cinnamon Rolls (Sweet engagement?)

    Sourdough (For the haters)

    The "Pick and Roll" (Basketball strategy vs. Baking strategy)

    If you're tired of guru advice and just want to know which roll tastes best with butter, this video is for you.

    Warning: No cameras were harmed, but several carbs were consumed during the making of this recruiting truth... I mean, baking truth video.

    #BRoll #YouTubeTips #DadJokes #TheAthleticScholarshipTruth

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    2 mins
  • Kick-Strong Secrets: 71-Year-Old Coach’s Injury-Proof Kicking Routine
    Feb 11 2026

    Join a 71-year-old coach as he walks through his kick-strong yoga routine, targeted warm-ups and cool-downs designed to protect knees, hips and quads while improving leg extension and balance. He explains common hip-rotation and plant-foot issues, and shows how to correct technique to avoid weak punts and short field goals.

    Watch the full session on The Athletic Scholarship Truth YouTube channel to see the metaglass POV, detailed alignment cues, and practical fixes that can reduce the need for PT and boost your kicker’s performance.

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    2 mins
  • From Grassroots to Pro: Coaching, Parents, and Building Better Players
    Feb 9 2026

    Coach Marc Nolan talks with Scottish coach Kevin Middleton about his journey from volunteering at grassroots clubs to working in professional and women’s football. They discuss practical strategies for communicating with parents, involving players in their development plans, and creating healthy team environments.

    Topics include the youth-to-academy funnel, differences between pay-to-play and community-based systems, the balance of talent and work ethic, coach education, handling discipline and adversity, and the importance of empathy and trust. Kevin also shares his resources and book for coaches seeking better practices.

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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • Stop Chasing Hype: A Parent’s Roadmap to Modern College Recruiting
    Feb 9 2026

    Veteran coach shares why traditional recruiting tactics no longer work and why many parents feel overwhelmed by camps, rankings, NIL, and the transfer portal.

    He introduces a free, parent-driven community focused on college readiness, smarter camp choices, real evaluation standards, and monthly live Q&A sessions to help families plan instead of react.

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    3 mins
  • When Verbal Offers Disappear: A Coach’s Warning for Parents
    Feb 1 2026

    Coach Nolan warns parents that while AI can explain scholarship rules—partial awards, blended aid, and NIL uncertainty—it can’t show how fast recruiting status can change. Offers can vanish as coaches, budgets, and rosters shift, and preferred walk-on spots can disappear unexpectedly.

    This episode emphasizes that real recruiting experience, not just maps from AI, is needed to understand consequences. Coach Nolan previews a follow-up on the misunderstood preferred walk-on path and how keeping an opportunity matters as much as getting one.

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    3 mins
  • What AI Gets Wrong About College Athletic Scholarships
    Jan 31 2026

    Discover the truth about college athletic scholarships and how artificial intelligence often gets it wrong. When it comes to college recruitment, understanding the scholarship application process is crucial for student athletes. Gaining scholarship insights can make all the difference in securing sports scholarships and athletic scholarships. However, navigating the world of financial aid and funding education can be complex. This video provides a comprehensive scholarship guide, covering financial planning, college grants, and student grants. We'll delve into scholarship programs, exploring scholarship eligibility and what it takes to succeed in securing the funding you need. If you're a student athlete or a parent looking to support your child's athletic career, this video is for you. Learn how to make informed decisions about your educational future and unlock the opportunities that athletic scholarships can provide. By understanding the nuances of college athletic scholarships, you can take the first step towards a successful and funded education.

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    3 mins
  • The Transition Doesn't Fail Athletes — Unprepared Athletes Do
    Jan 20 2026

    Coach Nolan explains why success in modern sports is about managing transitions—not just talent. He breaks down how athletes, parents, and coaches must shift roles and expectations as competition and staff structures become more demanding, and one of his all-time quotes for Youth Athletes and their Parents. "The Transition Doesn't Fail Athletes- Fail The Transitions".

    The episode outlines practical steps families can take to prepare for high school-to-college changes and announces a free college-readiness course to help athletes and parents understand the realities of college athletics.

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    9 mins