A 360 look at high-level men’s basketball recruiting with Jon Soch of Suited Scouting

Jared here, and today I’m joined by Jon Soch — one of the most respected young scouts in men's basketball. Through his work with Suited Scouting, Jon has built deep connections with Division 1 college programs and NBA teams, specializing in evaluating the very best prospects across North America.

We dive into what recruitment actually looks like behind the scenes — from realizing what “hard work” ACTUALLY looks like, to visualizing the concept of “stealing” recruitment. You’ll also learn what separates the top of a scout’s recruiting list from the rest of the pack, including strategies that coaches use to find (and prioritize) the best fits as well as the toughest and most prepared athletes.

In the second half of the episode, I ask Jon to assess my teaching practices, and it results in a back and forth about the transfer portal that you will not want to miss. Be ready to learn A LOT about why mentorship and planning is so important, as well as how to find the right mentor for you.

Whether you’re navigating high school recruitment, eyeing a transfer, or just trying to understand the evolving demands of high-level basketball, this conversation is packed with real-world insights that I truly believe you won't find anywhere else.

If you want to know what it really takes to earn a spot at the next level, you don’t want to miss this one.

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