June 15th is approaching (after this weekend, already?) and that’s a big deal to Division I college programs and the class of 2022 Prospective Student-Athletes (PSAs). This week, as a resource for the class of 2022 PSAs, PrepVolleyball is focusing on this June 15th date and what it means. We’ve talked to club recruiting coordinators around the country about specific questions and stressors PSAs might have regarding the impending date.

On Friday, we’re laying out some of the common challenges of recruiting these days which apply not only to the 2022 class but 2021s as well. Then, we also offer some positive advice to help keep PSAs motivated

As of May 2019, the NCAA rules changed to prevent Division I coaches from having communication with PSAs until June 15th before their junior year of high school. With the COVID-19 pandemic, the rules have been in flux this year and it wouldn’t surprise us if that date was changed too.

We should note that this focuses on NCAA Division I institutions in the sport of volleyball. The other divisions have more relaxed rules and time-tables. For instance, in Division II, June 15th is also when volleyball coaches can reach out to PSAs from the class of 2022. However, the PSAs themselves can call coaches at any time before then and they can talk specifics regarding interest and make them an offer. A Division II coach can also welcome PSAs on unofficial visits. These events can not occur at the Division I level.

See previous articles about June 15th:

- Continuing and Starting Communication
- Managing Expectations
- Using Your Time Effectively
- ...and August 1st (Taking Visits!)

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What are the biggest challenges you’re hearing from PSAs?