is this sincere or just an automatic response?

gointhruaphase
Sat, 24 Jan 2015 01:58:30 +0000

Chiming in with the rest of the posters. When in doubt, look at what was said in the email. Could it be addressed to anyone or is there something particular that relates only to you? Does the email relate specifically to your times, the way that you play, the school that you attend, your grades or your board scores. If not, chances are it is a generic email. I also agree with Barfly though that there is nothing wrong per se with emails sent to everyone that fills out a recruiting questionnaire. Actually, it is polite to acknowledge the effort in completing the questionnaire and its receipt. From these early contacts, the coach can start the process of whittling down his or her recruits.

Varsky is a great resource. The suggestion of a phone call or even a responding email is a good one. The coach has returned serve. You now need to return the volley – that is, if you want to attend the Coast Guard Academy. No one gets recruited with one email, whether it is generic or highly personal. Being recruited takes a lot of work.