Recruiting Tip of the Week #3 - Multi-Sport Athletes Have a Major Recruiting Advantage

Brett Allen
Dec 5, 2025
1 min read

Multi-Sport Athletes Have a Major Recruiting Advantage

REP Insight

One of the biggest myths in youth and high school sports is that you must specialize to get recruited. College coaches consistently tell us the opposite: they prefer multi-sport athletes.

What Athletes Need to Know

Football requires diverse athletic traits—speed, balance, coordination, explosiveness, body control, and competitive instincts. No single sport develops all of these. But when you play multiple sports, you build a more complete athletic profile and reduce burnout.

Why This Matters for Recruiting

Here’s why college coaches love multi-sport athletes:

Proven competitiveness
Better movement skills
Fewer overuse injuries
Better spatial awareness
Higher athletic ceilings
Fresh minds and bodies

Many of the best players at every level—NFL down to high school—played multiple sports.

REP Recommended Action Steps

If you’re younger (Frosh/Soph), aim to play 2–3 sports.
Choose sports that complement your football position.
Continue lifting during other sports seasons to keep progressing.
Avoid early specialization—it slows long-term development.

Final Word From REP

Versatility wins. Multi-sport athletes consistently show better athletic ceilings and compete at a higher level. Don’t limit your growth—use every sport to your advantage.