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🎬️ The video shoot is included in the ALL AMERICAN package, subject to discussion and depending on the sport.
✨ The post-production and video editing are included in the ALL AMERICAN and ELITE packages.
A compelling recruiting video is a crucial part of your application for a field hockey scholarship at American colleges. It allows coaches to better evaluate your playing style, technique, and tactical understanding from a distance, and gives them an insight into your performance on the field. A well-produced video is the opportunity to authentically showcase your skills and convince a coach to recruit you for their team.
In this guide, we'll show you step by step how to create your video, what to look out for, and what content you absolutely can't miss.
Your video is a visual presentation of your abilities and gives coaches the opportunity to evaluate you without seeing you play live. It is therefore a critical factor in gaining the attention of college coaches and progressing in the selection process.
A good field hockey recruiting video helps:
Demonstrate your technique and playing skills.
Show your personality and dynamics on the field.
Highlight important aspects of your game such as passing accuracy, ball control, tackling, and shooting.
The video should look professional, but at the same time remain authentic and natural. Here are some basic rules you should follow:
Camera Positioning:
Use a tripod to avoid a shaky image.
Film in a quiet environment without distracting background noise.
Make sure you are centered in the frame and the entire field is visible.
Image Quality:
Use a camera with at least Full HD quality (1080p).
Ensure the lighting is sufficient to clearly see the details.
Video Sequence:
Start with a short personal introduction.
Show dynamic training exercises (only if they are executed perfectly).
Conclude the video with relevant game scenes to demonstrate your skills in an actual game.
An optimal field hockey recruiting video is clearly structured and shows different aspects of your game. It should be structured as follows:
Start your video with a short but concise introduction. Imagine you are presenting yourself directly to the coach.
Content:
Your name, age, and place of residence.
Your current school and grade level.
Your club, your position, and the league you play in.
A brief description of your strengths and your goals for college.
Example:
"Hi, my name is Anna Schmidt. I am 17 years old and currently play for XYZ Hockey Club in the Bundesliga, Germany. I am a central midfielder with strong passing skills and a good game overview. My goal is to continue improving my skills and to contribute to a successful college field hockey team in the United States."
Training exercises demonstrate your technical precision and agility. Make sure all exercises are dynamic and executed flawlessly. Only perfect training footage will leave a positive impression.
Examples of useful training exercises:
Basics (push, hit, flick):
Demonstrate clean ball handling and accurate shots.
Camera perspective: Close-up and wide shot of the playing field.
Drag Flicks:
Show quick changes of direction with the ball.
Camera perspective: Side and frontal shots.
3D Ball Handling:
Show how you skillfully play the ball over obstacles.
Camera perspective: Close-up on the feet and wide shot.
Penalty Shots:
Show various shooting techniques and your finishing quality.
Variation: Flick shots, reverse hits, and penalty corners.
Important Note:
Avoid footage of warm-up exercises or static stretching exercises - this looks less dynamic and does not contribute to a convincing impression.
This is the crucial part of your video: The game scenes. Only use the best footage and make sure it is always clear who you are on the field.
Categories for the Game Scenes:
Goals and Assists: Show your finishing quality and your awareness of your teammates.
Tackles and Duels: Demonstrate your defensive skills and your game overview.
Build-up Play and Passes: Show how you distribute the ball and create scoring opportunities.
Camera Perspective:
Make sure the entire playing field is clearly visible.
Mark yourself at the beginning of each scene with a small symbol (e.g., arrow, frame, or highlighting).
Important Tips:
No misplaced passes or poor play - only show what you are good at.
Don't zoom in too close - the coach needs to be able to follow the course of the game.
Keep each scene short and precise to maintain the coach's interest.
Many coaches want to see a full game in addition to the highlight video. This gives them the opportunity to evaluate your playing style in the context of a complete match. Therefore, film as many games as possible and choose the best match for your full game video.
Tips for the Full Game:
Keep the camera focused on the game action - ideally with a radius of 20-30 meters around the ball.
Avoid exclusively directing the camera at yourself. Show the course of the game from a wide perspective.
Choose a game that well represents the level of both teams and in which you can optimally demonstrate your abilities.
Note:
Only upload the full game if the coach requests it or it is expressly required.
Test Your Setup in Advance:
Ensure the camera is properly positioned and the lighting conditions are right.
Day of Recording:
If you can't show good game scenes on a particular day, it's better to plan a new date instead of submitting a mediocre video.
Post-Production & Editing:
Depending on the selected service package, we will take care of the final selection of video sequences, the editing, and the post-production of the videos for you.
Video Length (STANDARD Package):
The final recruiting video should be between 10 and 12 minutes in total. The coach will generally not take much more time to get a first impression.
Uploading the Video Material:
STANDARD Package: Upload the final recruiting video via the upload link.
ELITE Package: Upload the video material (all suitable video sequences) via the upload link.
A well-structured field hockey recruiting video is an investment in your athletic future. Make sure all relevant content is clearly presented, and you show yourself from your best side. If you need help with the creation, feel free to contact us - our team will support you every step of the way.