Road to Prep Advising Engagements
Clear Guidance for Prep School & College Recruiting
Road to Prep advising is built for families who want clarity, honesty, and direction in an increasingly confusing recruiting landscape.
Our engagements are designed to meet families at different stages of the process, from early exploration to active recruiting and final placement, while maintaining one consistent principle:
Make fewer, smarter decisions that actually move the process forward.
How Our Advising Works
We do not sell exposure, teams, or events.
We provide independent, experience-based guidance focused on fit, timing, and long-term development.
Each advising engagement includes:
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Honest evaluation
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Strategic planning
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Ongoing decision support
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Clear communication and expectations
ADVISING ENGAGEMENTS
Pathfinder - Prep & College Exploration
Best for families early in the recruiting journey who need clarity before committing time and money.
This engagement establishes a realistic understanding of where an athlete fits and what steps actually matter.
Includes
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Athletic and academic evaluation
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Honest discussion of strengths, development areas, and realistic upside
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Prep school and/or college fit assessment
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Personalized recruiting roadmap and timeline
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Clear recommendations on camps, showcases, and development priorities
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One in-depth strategy call
Outcome
A clear direction and confidence in what the next phase should look like.
Investment: Starting at $2,500
Strategic Advantage - Active Recruiting
Best for families actively navigating prep school and/or college recruiting decisions.
This engagement focuses on positioning, momentum, and efficient exposure.
Includes everything in Pathfinder, plus
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Target prep school and/or college list development
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Recruiting communication strategy and guidance
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Highlight film review and feedback
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Camp and showcase strategy (what to pursue and what to avoid)
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Seasonal training and development alignment
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Ongoing advisory support with scheduled check-ins
Outcome
A proactive recruiting plan with structure, accountability, and informed decision-making.
Investment: Typically $4,500–$6,000 depending on scope
FULL PARTNERSHIP — End-to-End Support
Best for families seeking consistent, hands-on guidance through major recruiting and placement decisions.
This is a long-term advisory relationship that adapts as the athlete develops and opportunities evolve.
Includes everything in Strategic Advantage, plus
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Ongoing communication and real-time advisement
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Coach outreach guidance and interpretation
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Highlight film creation support and refinement
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Placement and roster decision support
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Academic and recruiting timeline planning
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Commitment and final decision guidance
Outcome
Confidence at every stage of the process, with an experienced advisor involved from planning through placement.
Investment: $8,000 Annually
Choosing the Right Engagement
If you’re unsure which option is the best fit, we’ll help you decide.
• Pathfinder — if you’re early and need clarity
• Strategic Advantage — if recruiting is active and decisions are accelerating
• Full Partnership — if you want consistent guidance through the full process
A Note on Investment
Our advising engagements are designed to replace unnecessary camps, showcases, and missteps — often saving families more than the cost of advising itself.
The goal is not to do more.
The goal is to do what actually matters.
Start With a Conversation
Every recruiting journey is different. Advising works best when it starts with honest evaluation and realistic expectations.
If you’re ready for clarity, structure, and trusted guidance, we’d be happy to talk.
Schedule a consultation to find the right path forward.
The Road to Prep Experience
Recruiting Support
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