What Coaches Look for on a Junior Day Visit: A Guide for RB Prospects
As a rising junior RB prospect at a 5A program like Kaukauna Ghosts, you're likely preparing for junior day visits to top college programs. Coaches are looking for more than just raw talent on these visits. They want to see how you perform in a structured setting, how you interact with teammates and coaches, and how you adapt to new situations. One key metric to focus on is your ability to read and react to defensive schemes. Coaches want to see if you can diagnose the defense and make split-second decisions on the fly. For example, if a coach shows you a clip of a defense that's running a 'dime' package, can you quickly identify the coverage and adjust your route accordingly? Be prepared to demonstrate this skill and show coaches that you're a step ahead of the game.