Coach Chris Benjamin

College Football Coaches, Follow @RecruitNavarre for access to our prospect list for the graduating classes of 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029 🏴‍☠️🏴‍☠️🏴‍☠️ *The page is restricted to only college football staff, current NHS coaching/support staff, and current NHS football players ONLY. 🏴‍☠️🏴‍☠️🏴‍☠️ @NHSRaidersFB @RecruitNavarre @CoachGBagley

Here’s the reality of the College Football Recruiting Process: “The number one thing high school football players often fail to understand is that talent alone does not get you recruited. While elite athletic ability is the baseline, the recruiting process is an ACTIVE MARKETING game where the BURDEN OF EFFORT lies with THE PLAYER, not the college coach.  HERE’s 5 KEY POINTS YOU MUST ACCEPT.  1. You Must Market Yourself (The "Waiting Game" Fallacy) Many athletes believe that if they are "good enough," coaches will eventually find them. In reality, college coaches at all levels are overwhelmed with thousands of prospects and often lack the resources to discover every talented player.  •Be Proactive: You must initiate contact by emailing coaches, filling out recruiting questionnaires on college websites, and maintaining a professional social media presence. •Don't Wait: Top-tier Division 1 programs often set their recruiting boards as early as freshman or sophomore year. Waiting until your senior year to "start" usually means competing for leftover spots.  2. Physical "Measurables" Often Trump On-Field Stats  A player may have record-breaking high school stats, but if they lack the specific height, weight, and speed ratios (measurables) that a college program requires for their position, they may not be recruited.  •The Prototype: Coaches recruit "bodies" and potential as much as current skill. If you are a 5'9" offensive tackle, no amount of pancake blocks will make you a Division 1 prospect for that position. •Verified Data: Coaches prioritize laser-timed results from reputable camps over hand-timed stats provided by high school coaches.  3. Academics Are the Ultimate Filter Players frequently underestimate how quickly a low GPA or poor test scores will end their recruitment.  •Academic Eligibility: If a coach cannot get you through admissions or fears you will be ineligible by your second semester, they will not offer you a scholarship. •The "Easier Sell": A higher GPA makes you more attractive because it suggests discipline and reduces the risk for the coaching staff.  4. An "Offer" Isn't Always a Guaranteed Spot The concept of a "verbal offer" is often misunderstood. Many offers are non-committable, meaning the school has offered more players than they have spots for.  •The Waiting List: A school might offer five running backs but only have one scholarship. The offer is only "real" for the players at the top of their board; if you are #4 or #5, you can't commit unless the others pass. •Limited Lifespan: Most offers have a "shelf life." If you wait too long to commit, the spot may be filled by someone else.  5. Character is Evaluated as Much as Skill  Coaches scout your "intangibles" to see if you will fit their program's culture.  •Social Media: Coaches actively screen social media accounts. Inappropriate or unprofessional posts can lead to a coach immediately passing on a talented player. •Behavioral Red Flags: Recruiters watch how you interact with teammates, parents, and coaches during visits and games. Showing a "me-first" attitude or disrespecting others can end your recruitment.” Just Facts Men. Nothing to hang your head about. Keep pressing, never settle. You can achieve your dreams if you are not willing to accept false promises and you are willing to accept the reality of the recruiting environment/process. 🏴‍☠️🏴‍☠️🏴‍☠️ @NHSRaidersFB @RecruitNavarre @CoachGBagley

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Honored to be invited to the @HarvardFootball camp this summer. Ready to work, compete, and learn. #QB2028 #RecruitNavarre

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University/College Admissions Requirements is not the same as NCAA Eligibility Requirements. Much value in knowing both sets of requirements in your pursuit of opportunity to play college football. A few facts as an example.•Ivy League: Seven of the eight Ivies (including Harvard, Yale, Brown, Dartmouth, Princeton, and Penn) now require scores; Columbia University is the only one remaining permanently test-optional. •Top Private Universities: MIT, Caltech, Stanford, Johns Hopkins, Carnegie Mellon, and Georgetown. •Public Systems & Large Universities: The entire public university systems in Florida(e.g., UF, FSU) and Georgia (e.g., Georgia Tech, UGA) require scores. Other major public schools like Purdue, Ohio State, and UT Austin have also reinstated requirements The requirement is continuing to grow across our United States of America. Take your tests, costs you nothing but time. Don’t limit your opportunities. Earn it. My guess, it will return soon to being a NCAA eligibility Requirement as it was prior to COVID. @NHSRaidersFB @RecruitNavarre

Sample Template Subject: [Full Name] | [Grad Year] | [Position] | [Key Stat, e.g., 4.5 40-yd] | [Link to Video] Dear Coach [Last Name], My name is [Your Name], and I am a [Grad Year] [Position] at [High School Name] in [City, State]. I am very interested in your football program at [University Name] because [Insert specific reason, e.g., "I love the aggressive defensive scheme you used in your win against State last Saturday"]. Last season, I finished with [Stat 1, e.g., 85 tackles] and [Stat 2, e.g., 5 interceptions]. Academically, I maintain a [GPA] and plan to major in [Intended Major]. You can view my full highlight reel and recruiting profile here: [Insert Link to Hudl or NCSA Profile]. I would appreciate any feedback you have on my film and would love to learn more about your upcoming camp dates. I will follow up with you on [Day] to see if you have any questions. Thank you for your time and consideration. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Phone Number] [High School Coach's Name & Contact Info] 🏴‍☠️🏴‍☠️🏴‍☠️ Adriel, I do not yet have a west coast list. I would ask you to do your research on the college/university websites you are interested in to find the email addresses. I hope this sample template helps. Make it your own…

@CoachBenji Hey coach can you respond to DM I need a west coast list to email . And a templet like what should I say ?

Raiders, Now is the time to be sending your “Introduction Emails” to college football programs. ***Here is a list of 33 college football recruiting coordinators in the South East Region to give you a start… 🏴‍☠️🏴‍☠️🏴‍☠️ Aryn McDowell University of South Alabama aryn.mcdowell@southalabama.edu  Colby Ellis University of North Alabama cellis5@una.edu  Rodney Bivens Miles College rbivens@miles.edu  Bert Biffani Jacksonville State University bertbiffani@jsu.edu Mandy Menton Jacksonville State University mcmenton@jsu.edu  Lucas Melo University of West Florida lmelo@uwf.edu  Taylor Edwards Florida State University ath-fsufootballrecruiting@fsu.edu  Atif Austin Stetson University aaustin1@stetson.edu  Jenna Learn University of South Florida ATH-BullsRecruiting@usf.edu  Ty Phillips Georgia Military College tphillips@gmc.edu  Nick Trist Savannah State University tristn@savannahstate.edu  Joshua Bailey Georgia State University jbailey113@gsu.edu  Joel Elliott Berry College jelliott@berry.edu  Kato Hitson Central Georgia Technical College dhitson@centralgatech.edu  Tim Leger University of Louisiana at Lafayette leg12tim@louisiana.edu  Patrick Mensah University of Louisiana at Lafayette patrick.mensah1@louisiana.edu  Grant Griffin East Central Community College ggriffin@eccc.edu  Otis Riddley Jackson State University footballrecruit@jsums.edu  Nick Louvier Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College nicholas.louvier@mgccc.edu  Jalil Kilpatrick Mississippi Valley State University jalil.kilpatrick@mvsu.edu  Greg Davis Northeast Mississippi Community College gadavis@nemcc.edu  Nate Poole North Carolina A&T nmpoole@ncat.edu  Cooper Hall North Carolina Wesleyan University chall@ncwu.edu  Nick Vagnone Lenoir-Rhyne University nicholas.vagnone@lr.edu  Vince Giardina Charleston Southern University vgiardina@csuniv.edu  John Allen Tennessee Tech johnallen@tntech.edu Justin McMullen Tennessee Tech jmcmullen@tntech.edu  Kevin Mashack Tennessee State University kmashack@tnstate.edu  Laci Cardova East Tennessee State University football@etsu.edu  Andrew Bement University of Tennessee at Chattanooga andrew-bement@utc.edu  Sam Kent Carleton College skent@carleton.edu  Felton Huggins Jr. Kentucky State University felton.hugginsjr@kysu.edu  Andy LaRussa Western Kentucky University andrew.larussa@wku.edu    🏴‍☠️🏴‍☠️🏴‍☠️ #TheNavarreDifference 🏴‍☠️🏴‍☠️🏴‍☠️ @RecruitNavarre @NHSRaidersFB @CoachGBagley

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Looking for GRAD Transfer DL and Transfer Portal DL. PA and DC residents preferred. However, if you're a playmaker and can make a difference, DM me your film. Come play in one of D2's best conferences in the PSAC and SOAR to new levels as an #BALDEAGLE. Let's get you #LOCKEDIN

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“Experts and recruiting coaches identify the number one mistake as being passive—specifically, waiting for coaches to discover you rather than taking a proactive role in your own recruitment. Many athletes mistakenly assume that having a standout season or making All-Conference will automatically lead to college calls, but coaches are often overwhelmed with thousands of prospects and may never see you if you don't reach out.  Top Recruiting Mistakes to Avoid •Leaving Recruitment to Your Coach: While high school coaches are vital for endorsements, the primary responsibility for contacting schools and building relationships lies with the athlete. •Waiting Until Senior Year: The recruiting calendar has accelerated significantly; many programs have their boards set by the spring of an athlete's junior year. •Lack of Realistic Self-Assessment: Many players target schools far above their actual skill level, ignoring Division II, Division III, or NAIA programs where they could actually earn playing time and a scholarship. •Unverified or Inflated Data: Listing unverified "hand-timed" speeds (e.g., a 4.3-second 40-yard dash) without laser-timed proof from a legitimate camp often causes coaches to immediately lose trust. •Neglecting Academics: A low GPA is an "ultimate filter." Even elite talent will be passed over if they are likely to be academically ineligible by their second semester. •Poor Social Media Habits: Coaches audit social media presence to judge character; inappropriate posts or unprofessional behavior are major red flags that can end recruitment instantly. •Letting Parents Do the Talking: When a parent handles communication, it signals to coaches that the athlete lacks the maturity and leadership needed for college-level pressure.” 🏴‍☠️🏴‍☠️🏴‍☠️ Men who are starving will hunt. Others might be hungry, but want it served to them. 🏴‍☠️🏴‍☠️🏴‍☠️ @NHSRaidersFB @RecruitNavarre @CoachGBagley

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1000% Committed Let’s go warriors!!!!🗡️ @RecruitNavarre @CoachGBagley @CoachBenji @Coach__Lawson @CoachJRiordan @WebberFB

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Academics first - Always. Let’s consider “offers”!!! By reviewing some facts. “A college football offer means very little if you cannot meet the institution's academic admissions requirements, as admission is a necessary component for the scholarship to be finalized. While coaches may offer support, you must still meet NCAA initial eligibility standards AND gain university acceptance, or the offer can be invalidated. “  “Key points: •Admissions is Mandatory: A scholarship offer (even a written one) is not valid unless you are accepted by the school. •"Committable" vs. "Non-Committable":Some offers are not immediately committable, meaning the coach may be testing interest or waiting on higher-priority recruits. •Academic Support: At some levels (especially high-level D1 or Ivy League), coaches may have leverage to help with admissions, but they cannot bypass absolute minimum, non-negotiable requirements. •Alternative Paths: If you cannot clear the requirements for a particular school, the offer might serve as leverage to get attention from other schools, but it will not help you gain entry to that specific institution. “ “In summary, if you do not meet the academic standards, you cannot attend or play, making the offer void.” Know the admissions requirements for the colleges/universities you are interested in. 🏴‍☠️🏴‍☠️🏴‍☠️ @NHSRaidersFB @RecruitNavarre