How the Marauder Football Alumni Association Supports the Next Generation

Recruitment & Scouting Support

  • Partner with coaches on scouting clinics and ID camps to identify local and regional talent.

  • Host prospect showcases and combines (skills testing, film capture, coach/alumni evaluations).

Youth Development & Clinics

  • Seasonal youth camps (spring/summer) led by alumni and current coaches for skill development and fundamentals.

  • Position-specific clinics and offseason training sessions for high-school athletes.

  • Free or low-cost community clinics to broaden access for under-resourced prospects.

Academic & Eligibility Prep

  • College-readiness workshops: NCAA eligibility, recruiting timelines, transcript review, and core-course counseling.

  • SAT/ACT prep sessions, tutoring referrals, and academic mentorship to strengthen admissions prospects.

  • Guidance on scholarship applications, financial aid basics, and navigating recruitment paperwork.

Mentorship & Exposure

  • Pair high-potential prospects with alumni mentors for guidance on training, recruiting, and life balance.

  • Create highlight-reel and recruiting packet assistance (film editing, resume/profile creation).

  • Facilitate introductions to coaching staff, position coaches, and recruiting coordinators.

Pipeline & Community Partnerships

  • Establish relationships with local high schools, youth leagues, and coaches for talent pipelines.

  • Partner with prep academies, community colleges, and regional combines to identify transfer or late-blooming prospects.

  • Summer bridge programs for rising seniors to train on campus, learn program culture, and receive academic advising.

Events & Exposure Opportunities

  • Annual Future Marauders Day: campus visit, position group interactions, Q&A with alumni, and family information sessions.

  • Virtual prospect webinars and Q&A sessions for out-of-area recruits and families.

  • Regional showcase series to scout talent and build relationships.

Safety, Health & Development Standards

  • Emphasize concussion education, injury prevention, and proper strength/conditioning practices at all youth programs.

  • Provide access to vetted trainers and medical staff during camps and clinics.

Alumni Involvement

  • Alumni coaches/players lead clinics, film sessions, and speak at recruiting events to convey program culture and expectations.

  • Alumni-hosted local mentorship cohorts to maintain ongoing contact with prospects.