We hear all the time about the mistakes recruits make which alter their opportunities to earn to play the sports they love in college. The ever-changing football recruiting landscape can be tough to navigate for young recruits and their parents working towards a scholarship. Hence, let's take a look at some of the pitfalls to avoid when seeking such opportunities.

Although there are many great coaching staffs with links to different colleges throughout the country, and who go to bat for their players in hopes of them attaining scholarships, there are just as many who are not connected, and don't necessarily understand the recruiting process themselves.