The High School Parents Playbook for College Athletic Scholarships

Athlete Intelligence Report: Stop Chasing Stars, Start Getting Real Scholarships

Coach Mark Nolan breaks down the Athlete Intelligence Report, teaching parents and high school athletes how to separate recruiting facts from hype, evaluate roster fit with his "eye chart" method, and focus on habits that build real college opportunities.He explains the limitations of star rankings and recruiting services, the impact of the transfer portal, and offers a free two-minute checklist to help families make smarter, money-saving recruiting decisions.

Hey Coach, Let Go of Your Ego: Exposing High School Coaching Politics

Coach Mark Nolan dives into the problem of ego-driven coaching in high school sports, contrasting three coach types — politician, survival, and servant — and honoring the legacy of his mentor, Coach Jim Horner.He shares real stories of favoritism, booster politics, and the rise of private coaching, and urges parents and coaches to demand development, restore trust, and prioritize kids over power and profit.

From Roswell Park to a D1 Offer: Balint Vorosmarty’s Kicking Journey

In this episode we talk with Balint  about his rise from youth soccer and local Hornets football to becoming a D1 scholarship kicker at Georgia State. He shares the moment he knew kicking was his path, the Gatlinburg breakthrough, and how national camps shaped his recruiting.
Balint outlines the daily work—stretching, plyometrics, weight training, hydration—and the importance of competing at camps, building relationships with coaches, and developing trust with your long snapper and holder.
He explains why Georgia State felt like home, credits his parents’ sacrifices and faith, and offers clear advice for young kickers and their families: be patient, train smart, communicate with coaches, and stay committed.

From Soccer Fields to the Yellow Jacket: Johnny Genty’s Path to Georgia Tech

Coach Mark Nolan interviews Johnny Genty, a top high school punter from Blessed Trinity Catholic High School who recently accepted a full scholarship to Georgia Tech. Johnny shares his journey from soccer and basketball to becoming an All-American punter, the importance of private coaching, camp strategies, building relationships with college coaches, and managing the recruiting stress alongside family support.
He offers practical advice for young kickers and punters on training, recovery, patience, and choosing camps and coaches. Johnny explains why he chose Georgia Tech—proximity to home, fit with the coaching staff, and the opportunity to contribute to a team on the rise.

From Soccer Fields to a Memphis Full Ride — Jake Snyder’s Kicker Journey

Coach Mark Nolan interviews Jake Snyder, a Class of 2026 specialist from Denmark High School, who earned a full-ride scholarship (plus NIL) to the University of Memphis.They discuss Jake’s transition from soccer to kicking, the role of camps and private coaching, building relationships with college coaches, the importance of weight training, nutrition, and the mental game, and practical advice for young kickers and punters pursuing college opportunities.

Unmasking the Cleat Chasers: The New Challenges for College Athletes

Join Coach Mark Nolan as he explores the evolving landscape of college athletics in this eye-opening episode of Don't Outkick Your Coverage. For over 30 years, Coach Nolan has guided high school athletes and their parents through the transition to college sports, discussing the infamous "cleat chasers" who target young athletes. This episode highlights the challenges posed by NIL deals, roster changes, and the hidden pressures that college athletes face today.
Discover why it's crucial for athletes to stay grounded, avoid unnecessary distractions, and understand the real demands of college athletics. With anecdotes and advice drawn from decades of experience, Coach Nolan offers valuable insights for parents and students alike, urging them to navigate the transition from high school to college with wisdom and focus.

Episode2. The Recruiting Roller Coster, and the Foreign Born Athlete Taking those "Rides"

Today, we go over those 29,000 International Foreign Born Student Athletes and the growing numbers cutting in line and the taking the High School Athletes Scholarships from the US High School Athletes.

The NEW Summer Mini Series- The Recruiting Ride in Youth and High School Sports

Hello everyone! Today in this two part Summer Mini Series we talk about the Camps and the Amusement ride type of BT Barnum Barkers (recruiting services and college coaches) telling  parents and kids to "come into the BIG TENT" to see that show and all they walk away with is the smell from the Elephants and Horse crap after the show is over! 

“Between the Ears: The Hidden Game Every Specialist Must Win” Featuring Mental Coach Suzi Freeman

What separates a game-winner from a game-melter? In this episode of Don't Outkick Your Coverage, Coach Marc Nolan is joined by Mental Performance Coach Suzi Freeman – a specialist who works with kickers, punters, and long snappers to build the mental muscles needed when the stadium lights feel their hottest.
We dive deep into:
How to prepare for pressure-packed moments
Why visualization, breathing, and focus aren’t just “fluff”
What most athletes and parents miss when chasing scholarships
Suzi’s proven methods to keep specialists calm, sharp, and confident — from warm-up to walk-off
Whether your athlete is lining up for a 50-yarder or a game-saving snap of FG or deep I10 punt , this episode is the mental gameplan they didn’t know they needed.

My Take on the House v NCAA and the play Hamlet and it play writers!

Hello everyone!  Well, here we are the House V NCAA "Play" has just "opened". With the REAL players on this stage (the Collectives, Lawyers and yes Judge Wilken) celebrate MOST of the high school athlete just like Hamlet will be left behind. I hope you enjoy it