College Soccer Recruiting Calendar 2026 2027: Key Dates and Deadlines

Staying on top of the recruiting calendar gives you a significant advantage. Here are the key dates every college soccer recruit needs to know.

NCAA Contact and Evaluation Periods

The NCAA regulates when coaches can contact recruits and attend events. These periods change slightly each year, so verify with the NCAA website.

Contact Period: Coaches can have in person contact with you and your parents on or off campus.

Evaluation Period: Coaches can watch you compete but cannot have in person contact off campus.

Quiet Period: Coaches can only have in person contact on their campus (not off campus).

Dead Period: No in person contact allowed at all.

Key Dates for the Class of 2027

June 15 after Sophomore Year: D1 coaches can begin calling and texting (recent rule change).

September 1 of Junior Year: D1 coaches can begin sending written correspondence and making official recruiting contact.

Junior Year Fall: Peak recruiting season. Most verbal commitments happen during this window.

Junior Year Spring/Summer: Showcase season. Multiple opportunities to be seen by coaches.

August (Senior Year): Preseason. Some coaches fill final roster spots.

November (Senior Year): Early signing period begins. National Letter of Intent can be signed.

April (Senior Year): Regular signing period.

Key Dates for the Class of 2028

Now: Focus on development, academics, and building your recruiting profile.

Sophomore Year: Create your first highlight video, register with the NCAA Eligibility Center, and begin emailing coaches.

June 15 after Sophomore Year: Communication opens with D1 coaches.

Monthly Action Items

Every Month: Update your highlight video if you have new quality footage.

Every Month: Email target coaches with performance updates.

Before Each Showcase: Email coaches confirming your attendance.

After Each Showcase: Send follow up emails within 48 hours.

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