URECRUITU | The College Recruiting Podcast

Hosted by former Division I scholarship athlete Kito Delgado, U Recruit U is the ultimate guide for student-athletes and parents navigating the often confusing world of college recruiting. With real talk, expert guests, and practical strategies, Coach Kito pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to get recruited. Each episode tackles essential topics—from building your recruiting game plan and managing social media to avoiding costly mistakes and debunking the “D1 or bust” mentality. Whether you're just starting out or deep into the process, U Recruit U gives you the tools, confidence, and clarity to take control of your future—on and off the field.

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Episodes

Episode 103: David Watts - Get in the Mud

David Watts, is a student-athlete advocate, educator, & mentor that focuses on academic achievement, character development, college planning, & life-skills training. David holds a bachelor of arts degree in American Studies and a master’s degree in education from the University of California at Berkeley. At Berkeley, he was a scholar-athlete on the Golden Bears football team and was the recipient of the Ken Harvey Award for academic excellence and achievement throughout his entire career...

Mar 11, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 103

Episode 102: Akeem Shavers- The Scholarship Offer System

After going through the recruiting process and coming out on the other side successfully, Akeem Shavers decided to share what he knew with an aim to help others do the same. The former Purdue Boilermaker (football) and author of The Scholarship Offer System, joins the show to share his recruiting journey and provide encouragement to under-the-radar recruits frustrated with the process. Text PLAYBOOK to 66866 to sign up for our newsletter. Akeem's senior year highlight film: https://youtu.be/3-Fg...

Mar 04, 2021•58 min•Ep. 102

Episode 101: How to maximize recruiting opportunities with limited exposure

In today's episode, I share tips on how to maximize college recruiting opportunities when you have limited exposure. If you play for a small school or don't have access to an elite travel team, this is the episode for you. Tweet us! @urecruitu Follow on Instagram @urecruitu Sign up for Newsletter: Text PLAYBOOK to 66866 Sign up for coaching: https://urecruitu.com/studyhall/

Feb 25, 2021•24 min•Ep. 101

Episode 100: Why recruits should consider the NAIA

As you begin to build your target list of schools, don't forget to include a few from the NAIA (National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics). Tune in to episode 100 to learn why recruits should consider a NAIA member school. Visit www.naia.org Thank you for listening to this milestone episode. Here's to another 100. Follow @URECRUITU on social media for more college recruiting tips.

Feb 17, 2021•18 min•Ep. 100

Episode 99: Show me the Money!

An offer is only as good as the amount of money attached to it. Coach Kito shares what recruits (and their parents) can do to get the best offer possible from a college coach. Text PLAYBOOK to 66866 to sign up for our newsletter. Follow @urecruitu on social media

Feb 11, 2021•26 min•Ep. 99

Episode 98- Shoot Your Shot

Far too often, hopeful recruits miss out on scholarship opportunities because they are afraid to rejection. In this episode, coach Kito encourages you to Shoot Your Shot! Text PLAYBOOK to 66866 Follow @URECRUITU on social media

Feb 04, 2021•27 min•Ep. 98

Episode 97: The role parents should play in the college recruiting process

Parents can play a significant and active role in the recruiting process. In this episode, coach Kito Delgado shares how parents can empower their student-athletes to navigate the recruiting process while avoiding red flags along the way. www.urecruitu.com/fullride-podcast Sign up for the Playbook newsletter: Text Playbook to 66866 Follow @URECRUITU on social media

Jan 28, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 97

Episode 96: If it doesn't fit, don't commit!

Selecting the right college to attend is a personal journey that requires you to identify what really matters to you. In this episode, coach Kito shares what recruits should look for in their college search. Visit urecruitu.com Watch, " What is your life's blue print ," by Martin Luther King, Jr.

Jan 21, 2021•52 min•Ep. 96

Episode 95: Embrace the Pain

This week coach Kito Delgado shares a personal family story and provides an important recruiting update for Divisions 2, 3, NAIA, and NJCAA. Visit urecruitu.com Follow @URECRUITU on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

Jan 14, 2021•33 min•Ep. 95

Episode 94: Kickstart 2021 with massive action

Take control of your college recruiting journey by taking massive action throughout the month of January. Happy New Year! Sign up for coaching: https://urecruitu.com/studyhall/

Jan 07, 2021•21 min•Ep. 94

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