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Massachusetts Mailbag: January 2nd

January 5, 2015

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By Dennis Healy and Dylan Hefflinger
Massachusetts Scouting Director and Massachusetts Editor in Chief

Every week, PBR Massachusetts holds an interactive chat through Twitter with our followers. Our goal is to be accessible. This is your chance to take advantage of our expertise. Ask questions to Dennis Healy, Massachusetts Scouting Director, about the recruiting process, upcoming high school season, specific prospects, PBR events, or anything else that may be on your mind.

We would like to thank all who participated, we enjoy bringing you knowledge and expertise on players and programs in your area.

Next week, we will be answering questions on either Tuesday or Wednesday, stay tuned. 

Five of the top questions from the Ask.FM Q&A session on January 2nd


When is it typical for a prospect to start getting letters from college?

PBR: Typically, your junior year is the time to getting letters and information.

How much do college coaches reach out to travel program directors (like Ruffnecks, NEB) or do the coaches/directors (like Patterson) reach out?

PBR: The travel programs reach out to all the time to college coaches. They also respond to questions/texts/calls from college coaches.

In your opinion, what are the top 5 schools with a good program and education?

PBR: Vanderbilt, Stanford, Rice, and Virginia are all great choices.

How much stock do college coaches put in the 60 yard dash times? I know speed is the one thing you can't teach but does it give you that much of an advantage?

PBR: The higher the level, the faster the game. Speed certainly matters in the middle of the field positions.

A coach saw me throw a pen and invited me to a visit. Is it likely, that he’ll wait to see me in a game before he offers? I am a '16 grad, I know a visit is usually a significant step in the process.

PBR: A visit is important, and it depends on the coach. The smart thing would be to wait and see you pitch in a game but coaches view the process differently.

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