Create a Volleyball Highlight Reel That Stands Out
- Recruiting Shortcut
- Sep 2
- 2 min read
Effective Tips for Creating a Volleyball Highlight Reel That Captures Coaches' Attention
Your volleyball highlight reel is often the first thing coaches view and where many athletes fail to capture their attention. If it's too lengthy, overly flashy, or confusing, the coach will likely move on. The positive news? Creating a straightforward, coach-friendly reel is simpler than you might expect. Here are the essential steps to keep coaches watching until the end.
Coaches require 2-4 minutes that demonstrate your abilities as a player, not a full movie.
Here’s some things to keep in mind:
Keep It Short and Clear
Stick to 2-4 minutes. Lead with your best 20–30 seconds. Add a title card with your name, grad year, position, jersey number, and contact info. You can circle or arrow yourself before each clip so coaches never guess who they’re watching.
Show Decision-Making, Not Just Highlights
Flashy plays don’t win spots. Coaches want to see hustle, reads, and recovery. Highlight reels that show consistent effort and smart decision-making tell a far stronger story than one spectacular play on repeat.
Update Regularly
Refresh your reel every season or after a tournament. Lead with your newest, strongest plays. Coaches want to see growth as much as raw talent.
Make It Easy to Share
Upload to YouTube or Vimeo with a clean link. Drop it in every coach email and keep the privacy setting on “Unlisted” so only those with the link can see.
Ready to Build a Highlight Reel That Stands Out?
The College Volleyball Recruiting Shortcut gives you a clear, position-specific plan for what to show, how to structure it, and what coaches actually want to see. Save time, skip the guesswork, and start creating a reel that gets attention.
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