D1 Coach Mark Rhea from Portland State joins Richie Contartesi to break down the one thing most parents and athletes overlook when trying to get a football scholarship: building real relationships with college coaches.

In this episode, Coach Rhea shares what actually gets a player noticed, why mass emails don’t work, how parents can help the right way, and what recruiting really looks like behind the scenes.

If you're serious about your son playing at the next level, this conversation is a must-listen.

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In this episode, Coach Roger Waialae of West Liberty University shares how he recruits athletes, what he looks for beyond talent, and why communication and character matter more than ever. If you're a parent or athlete navigating the college football recruiting process, this conversation will give you honest, practical insight from a coach with over 20 years of experience.

In this episode, D2 Head Coach Jason Killday reveals how college coaches actually evaluate recruiting emails and what gets your son’s film noticed or ignored. If you're a parent wondering why coaches aren’t responding, this conversation breaks down the outreach mistakes that cost athletes scholarships and the simple changes that can make all the difference.

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In this episode, Coach Richie sits down with Coach Bryan Jones, a former Division 1 coach, to talk about what really goes on behind the scenes in college football recruiting.

From building relationships with players and families to what separates dominant athletes from the rest, Coach Bryan shares exactly what he looked for when offering scholarships—and why most high school athletes never get on a coach’s radar.

If you're a parent or athlete serious about playing at the next level, this is a conversation you don't want to miss.

In this episode, new Concord University Head Football Coach Cody Edwards shares how he rebuilt his roster after losing over 40 players, what he looks for in high school recruits, and how athletes can still earn scholarships after signing day.

He breaks down his approach to culture, email communication, and how to stand out at camps, especially at the Division II level.Grab a free copy of Richie’s book at gonextplay.com/free

In this episode of the Football Scholarship Podcast, we break down the five types of football camps—and reveal which ones actually lead to scholarship offers. If you're a parent trying to help your son get recruited, this is the information you need before spending another dollar on camp fees. Learn what works, what doesn’t, and how to make sure your son stands out to college coaches.

In this episode, Richie Contartesi sits down with Levi Gallas, the head football coach at Adams State University, to reveal what really matters in the college football recruiting process. From how coaches evaluate film to the role of social media and honest conversations with players, Coach Gallas shares a raw and eye-opening perspective every parent needs to hear.

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Are mega camps worth it or just a waste of time and money? In this episode, Coach Brian Overton and Richie explain what mega camps really are, how they work, and what most parents get wrong about them. They also share what your son can do to stand out and actually get recruited if he goes. If you're thinking about sending your son to a camp, this is a must-listen.

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