Inside the war room: Part 3

In parts one and two of this series, I've explored what gets players on coaches' radars and how those lists evolve over the two years leading up to June 15.

Now comes the crucial question: How do coaches decide who actually gets contacted, and when?

The answer isn't uniform. Different programs approach June 15 with completely different philosophies based on their resources, reputation, and recruiting confidence.

Understanding these approaches - and recognizing which type of coach you're dealing with - can help you read the signals correctly and respond appropriately throughout your process.

The Four June 15 Strategies

Based on program philosophy, resources, and recruiting confidence, coaches typically fall into one of four camps, which I'll outline below.

The number of contacts made often reflects where each head coach's aforementioned "talent floor" lies.

The better the program, the fewer American players they have available to them in a given recruiting class who they believe can improve their standing. 

That list might be further narrowed if the school has a certain limitation - geographic, ethos, academic standards, etc - that means some players automatically won't consider it.