Dennis Stanton: The Recruiting Blueprint + The Mind–Body Connection Young Athletes Miss

In this episode of Untapped Stories, we sit down with Dennis Stanton — former pro player, longtime basketball trainer, and one of the most respected minds in player development — to talk about one of the biggest blind spots in the modern recruiting process: how athletes use their coaches.Most players assume their high school or travel coach will “get them recruited.” But according to Dennis, that mindset is exactly what holds so many athletes back. If you want to stand out, you need to be proactive — you do the legwork, then let your coach be the conduit who amplifies your effort.Among other basketball training topics, this conversation breaks down exactly how the best athletes take ownership of their recruiting journey while still leveraging their coaches the right way.We cover:- Why athletes should build their own college shortlist before involving their coach- How to help athletes connect their mind and body- Shooting and dribbling techniques for young hoopers- Why proactive athletes rise above the noise and stand out to college programsThis episode is essential for any athlete or parent navigating recruiting. It’s a clear blueprint: take ownership, be organized, and then use your coach as the connector who can open the right doors.At Athletes Untapped, our mission is to help athletes grow on and off the field — not just by improving skills, but by teaching them how to think, lead, and take control of their journey. Conversations like this shine a light on the habits that separate average from exceptional.🎙️ Untapped Stories is presented by https://athletesuntapped.com/ — the nation’s #1 platform for private sports coaching. We help athletes reach their full potential by connecting them with great coaches who elevate both skill and mindset.Listen weekly on Spotify or Apple Podcasts, and follow us on Instagram for clips and highlights: https://www.instagram.com/athletesuntapped/#UntappedStories #AthletesUntapped #CollegeRecruiting #RecruitingTips #HighSchoolAthletes #TravelSports #CollegeCoaches #YouthSports #AthleteMindset #SportsParenting #PlayerDevelopment #RecruitingProcess #CollegeSports #AthleteLife #SportsJourney #LeadershipDevelopment #AthleteTips #YouthCoaching #SportsMotivation #TakeOwnership