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Recruiting young athletes has gotten out of hand

Related Topics: Athlete, Rivals.com, 247Sports.com

The landscape of athletic recruitment will never be the same after the explosion of social media, but to see 15 or 16-year-old athletes in the class of 2019 already garnering interest is a little ridiculous.

The rankings and analysis of these young prospects are more than just a name and some highlights. It has become an industry.

Prospect ranking websites like Rivals and 247Sports specialize in the tracking of high school athletes, detailing player news, stats, and college visits and interest. It makes sense for seniors and even juniors looking to play at the next level, but for kids still taking taking algebra and biology courses?