Episode 10: College Swim Recruiting — The Visit Stage
Jul 26, 2026 · 57 min · 15 segments
As the list narrows and the visit invites start rolling in, college swim recruiting gets real — and the visit stage comes with lessons no one hands you in a brochure. In this episode of Swim Moms of…
As the list narrows and the visit invites start rolling in, college swim recruiting gets real — and the visit stage comes with lessons no one hands you in a brochure. In this episode of Swim Moms of NJ, we break down official vs. unofficial visits — who pays, who invites, and what's actually covered — and share the real, unfiltered stories from Zack's recruiting journey, from the "it's all covered" mix-ups to airport pickups, photoshoots, dorm overnights, and the handwritten-thank-you-note habit. The theme running through all of it? Ask, don't assume. This week's topics include: 📅 The recruiting calendar—what June 15 and August 1 unlock (D1) 🏫 Official vs. unofficial visits: who pays, who invites, what's covered 💸 The one question that protects your budget ✈️ Zack's "verbal vs. reality" travel story 🛏️ Airport pickups, separate itineraries, and the dorm overnight 🎓 How the visit stage differs across D1, D2, D3, and Ivy programs 💌 The handwritten thank-you note (and the cards-plus-stamps hack) Whether you've got a rising junior stepping into visit season or you're just learning how it all works, this episode is full of practical guidance, real stories, and encouragement for every swim family. New to the recruiting conversation? Go back to Episode 4 for the basics—building your list and first connecting with coaches. Thank you for being part of the Swim Moms of NJ community. If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a rating and review, and share it with another swim parent. Follow us for more: 📸 Instagram: @SwimMomsOfNJ Because the races may last only minutes—but the memories last forever. 💙🏊 #SwimMomsOfNJ #SwimMom #SwimParents #SwimRecruiting #CollegeSwimming #OfficialVisit #NCAASwimming #D1Swimming #NJSwimming #SwimLife
As the list narrows and the visit invites start rolling in, college swim recruiting gets real — and the visit stage comes with lessons no one hands you in a brochure. In this episode of Swim Moms of…
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