The TNS Process

How It Works

A clear recruiting process from first call to commitment guidance.

TNS gives families a step-by-step recruiting plan, clear communication, and ongoing support so athletes are not left guessing what to do next. From the first recruitment call to coach outreach, follow-ups, interviews, and next-step planning, our team helps athletes stay organized, prepared, and proactive.

Step 01

Free Recruitment Call

We start with a free call to learn more about the athlete, their sport, goals, aspirations, current level, academic background, recruiting timeline, and overall situation. During this call, we also walk families through the best next step — whether that is a three (3), six (6), or twelve (12)-month recruiting package, a highlight video option, or a coach contact list for families who already have a strong grasp of the process.

Step 02

Recruiting Strategy Kickoff Call

If a family chooses to move forward with a recruiting package, we schedule a kickoff call with the athlete and, when possible, a parent or family member. This call goes deeper into goals, target schools, preferred locations, academic interests, athletic background, recruiting history, and the type of opportunity the athlete is looking for.

Step 03

Athlete Recruitment Profile

After the kickoff call, we begin building the athlete's recruitment profile. This gives coaches a clear snapshot of the athlete, including athletic information, academic details, video links, contact information, and key background. We work back and forth with the family to make sure the profile is accurate, professional, and ready to send.

Step 04 24/7

WhatsApp Communication Channel

We set up a dedicated WhatsApp channel so the athlete, family, and TNS team can stay in constant communication throughout the process. This channel is used for updates, questions, coach responses, screenshots, follow-ups, reminders, and ongoing guidance.

Step 05

Coach Lists, Templates & Outreach Plan

Once the profile and communication channel are set up, we provide outreach tools, including coach email templates, messaging guidance, and a targeted coach contact list. We then schedule a quick outreach call to walk through how to use everything properly, when to send emails, how to follow up, and how to stay organized.

Step 06

Commitment Guidance & Next Steps

As coach conversations turn into real opportunities, TNS continues helping the athlete and family navigate the next steps. We help families compare options, understand coach communication, prepare for follow-up calls, and think through important factors such as academics, location, roster fit, cost, pathway, and long-term goals.

For international athletes, we can also provide general guidance around the questions families should be asking about visas, admissions, timelines, required documents, and transition planning. While TNS does not provide formal legal or immigration advice, we help families stay organized, understand what to ask, and avoid feeling lost once an opportunity becomes serious.

This final stage is about helping the athlete move forward with confidence, clarity, and the right questions before making a commitment.

Your 24/7
Recruitment Buddy

Always just a message away

Our dedicated WhatsApp channel keeps international and domestic student-athletes connected to the TNS team around the clock — updates, questions, coach responses, and guidance, whenever you need it.

Recruiting Readiness
CallKickoffProfileCommsOutreachCommit
Readiness level High
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Families plan alongside our team
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Athletes stay proactive on the phone

TNS supports athletes across all major sports and pathways, including NCAA, JUCO, NAIA, U SPORTS, Europe, and international opportunities.

Compare The Difference

Unorganized Recruiting vs. TNS Guided Recruiting

The difference is not luck — it is structure, communication, and consistency.

Unorganized Recruiting

  • Limited coach outreach
  • Inconsistent follow-up
  • No clear profile
  • Unprepared coach calls
  • Missed timelines
  • Unclear next steps
Guided

TNS Guided Recruiting

  • Clear athlete profile
  • Targeted coach list
  • Outreach templates
  • Follow-up support
  • Mock interview preparation
  • Ongoing WhatsApp guidance
  • Commitment guidance
  • General visa and transition question support
The Impact of Consistency

Recruiting Readiness Increases With Consistent Action

This represents recruiting readiness and activity level as families stay active and engaged with TNS — not a guaranteed scholarship, offer, or placement outcome.

Unorganized
TNS Guided
Readiness & Activity
Call Kickoff Profile Comms Outreach Commit

Preparedness

Improves

Coach Communication

Increases

Organization

Stronger

Results vary by athlete, level, timing, academic profile, video quality, coach needs, and family participation. TNS does not guarantee offers, scholarships, commitments, or placements, but helps athletes become more organized, prepared, and proactive throughout the recruiting process.

Ready to Start Your Recruiting Journey?

Book a free recruiting call and we'll walk you through the best next step for your athlete. Your dedicated WhatsApp channel is always open.

Book Your Free Recruiting Call
Multi-Sport Athletes

Multi-Sport Athletes Get a Full Strategy

If your athlete competes in more than one sport, we help them decide which sport to lead with in recruiting—and how to use the second sport as a competitive advantage. A thoughtful, honest multi-sport strategy can open more doors than trying to do everything at once.

  • Honest guidance on which sport to prioritize in recruiting
  • Leverage a second sport to differentiate your athlete
  • Recruiting plan that accounts for conflicting seasons and contact windows

How We Build Each Sport's Recruiting Plan

1

Sport-Specific Evaluation

We assess your athlete's position, level, and realistic recruiting ceiling for each sport.

2

Video & Profile Guidance

We help create or improve the highlight video and profile that coaches in that sport expect.

3

Coach Outreach & Timelines

We map the right coaches to contact, when to reach out, and how to stay organized.

4

Pathway Comparison

We compare NCAA, JUCO, NAIA, U SPORTS, and European options for that specific sport.

Build Your Athlete's Recruiting Strategy

No matter the sport, the fundamentals are the same—and TNS helps you get them right. Book your free call and we'll tell you exactly what your athlete needs next.