Are mega camps worth it or just a waste of time and money? In this episode, Coach Brian Overton and Richie explain what mega camps really are, how they work, and what most parents get wrong about them. They also share what your son can do to stand out and actually get recruited if he goes. If you're thinking about sending your son to a camp, this is a must-listen.

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In this episode, D2 Head Football Coach Teddy Keaton pulls back the curtain on the brutal truth about college football recruiting. From highlight tapes and phone calls to campus visits and social media — Coach Keaton shares exactly what coaches are looking for and why most players never get offers.

If your son wants to play college football, this is the inside info every parent needs to hear.

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In this episode, we reveal the brutal truth about college football recruiting—why some players get offers and others don’t, even when it seems unfair.

Learn what’s really happening behind the scenes and how to help your son stand out.

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In this episode, we break down how high school athletes can balance school and football recruiting without falling behind. If your son is struggling to find the time or you’re worried his grades might suffer, this episode is for you.

When a college coach visits your son’s school, every second counts. In this episode, Richie and Coach Brian Overton (with 15+ years of D1 experience) break down how coaches evaluate players during visits, what athletes should say, and how to turn that quick moment into a real scholarship opportunity.

Most families think paying for a recruiting service will help their son get discovered—but what if it’s actually hurting his chances?

In this episode, Richie and Brian break down the truth behind recruiting services, why most coaches ignore them, and what families should be focusing on instead.

If you're serious about helping your son play college football, this is the conversation you can’t afford to miss.

In this episode of The Football Scholarship Podcast, Richie Contartesi and Brian Overton reveal the overlooked key to getting more college football scholarship offers: social media. They break down exactly how posting the right content builds trust with coaches, increases response rates, and helps athletes stand out in today’s recruiting landscape. Listen now to learn what your son should be doing to turn attention into offers.

In this episode of The Football Scholarship Podcast, Richie Contartesi and cohost Brian Overton, a recruiting expert with 15 years of Division 1 experience, break down the truth about star rankings—and whether they actually matter when it comes to earning a scholarship.

They expose the rise of fake “5-star” athletes, how most rankings are misunderstood or misused, and why chasing stars could hurt your son’s chances more than help. You’ll also learn how real offers happen, what college coaches actually look for, and how athletes are winning scholarships without rankings, camps, or hype.

If you’ve ever wondered whether your son needs to be ranked or attend exposure events, this episode will give you the honest answers—and a clear path forward.