Slide into coaches' DMs the right way.
Social media has become one of the fastest ways for athletes to make first contact with college coaches.
But most athletes either send messages that are too casual, too long, or provide no useful information.
These DM templates help athletes communicate professionally and confidently.
Coaches Prefer:
- Short messages
- Respectful communication
- Quick athlete info
- Highlight links
- GPA included
- Easy follow-up
Avoid These:
- “Yo coach”
- Sending paragraphs
- No highlight film
- DM'ing repeatedly without response
- Using slang / emojis
- Parents sending messages
- Asking for scholarships immediately
Sample DM Script
Coach Smith,
My name is John Doe and I'm a 2027 WR from Maryland. I've been following your program and would love the opportunity to learn more about your school and football program.
Here is my highlight film: [LINK]
6'0" | 185 lbs | 3.8 GPA
Thank you for your time, Coach.
Camp Interest DM
Coach Johnson,
I saw your upcoming football camp and wanted to express my interest in attending. I'm a 2026 DB from Florida and believe it would be a great opportunity to compete and learn more about your program.
Highlights: [LINK]
Thank you, Coach.
Follow-Up DM
Coach Smith,
Just following up regarding my previous message. I appreciate your time and wanted to resend my highlights in case you had not seen them yet.
Thank you again for your consideration.
[LINK]
Athlete Social Media Tips:
- Keep accounts clean and professional
- Pin highlight videos
- Post workouts / highlights consistently
- Avoid negative / dramatic posts
- Use recruiting hashtags
- Include GPA and grad year in bio
- Follow coaches before messaging
Full Package Includes:
- Intro DMs
- Follow-Up DMs
- Camp Interest Messages
- Walk-On Inquiry Scripts
- Transfer Portal DMs
- Position-Specific Examples
- Instagram Bio Optimization
- Social Media Recruiting Tips
- What Coaches Notice on Social Media
- “No Response” Follow-Up System
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