How long should a baseball recruiting video be?

Keep it under 3-4 minutes total with 8-12 clips showing variety. Lead with your best clip to grab attention. Quality over quantity - only include your best plays.

What clips should I include in a baseball recruiting video?

Include at-bats showing good swing mechanics, hard-hit balls, defense plays at your primary position, arm strength throws, and base running clips. Show variety in your skills.

Baseball Recruiting Video: How to Make One from GameChanger (2025)

1Why Baseball Recruiting Videos Matter

College coaches don't have time to attend every travel ball game. They rely on recruiting videos to scout potential players. Before you can build one, you'll need to download your GameChanger clips. A well-made highlight reel can be the difference between getting noticed and getting overlooked.

The good news? You don't need professional videographers. GameChanger already captures your kid's best moments - you just need to compile them.

2The Challenge: Getting Your Videos

GameChanger has all your game footage, but they don't let you download it. That makes it impossible to create a recruiting video unless you screen record everything (which looks terrible).

The solution: Use ClipKeeper to download your GameChanger clips in original quality, then edit them into a highlight reel.

3What College Coaches Want in a Recruiting Video

Must-Have Clips for Baseball/Softball:

✓At-bats showing good swing mechanics
✓Hard-hit balls (line drives, gap shots)
✓Defense plays at your primary position
✓Arm strength (throws from outfield or infield)
✓Base running / speed clips
✓Pitching highlights if applicable

Pro Tips from College Coaches:

Keep it under 3-4 minutes total
Lead with your best clip to grab attention
Include 8-12 clips showing variety
Show your name, position, grad year, and contact clearly
Quality over quantity - only your best plays

4How to Make a Baseball Recruiting Video: Step-by-Step

Step 1: Download Your Best Clips

First, install ClipKeeper and download your GameChanger clips. Go through games from the past 1-2 seasons and download every standout play. It's better to have too many options than too few.

Step 2: Organize and Select

Create folders by skill type (hitting, fielding, pitching, etc.). Pick your 8-12 best clips. Be ruthless - only include plays that make coaches say "wow."

Step 3: Edit Your Reel

Use a free video editor to combine your clips:

CapCut (free, mobile & desktop)
iMovie (free on Mac/iPhone)
DaVinci Resolve (free, professional-grade)

Check our guide on best tools for sports highlight reels.

Step 4: Add Your Info

Include a title card at the start and end with: Name, Position(s), Graduation Year, Height/Weight, School, Email, Phone. Make it easy for coaches to contact you.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should my kid start making recruiting videos?

Most serious recruiting starts freshman/sophomore year of high school for baseball. Start building clips earlier so you have options. Even 12U travel ball clips can show natural talent.

Do I need professional editing?

No! Coaches care about the plays, not fancy transitions. A simple, clean edit with good clips is more effective than an over-produced video with mediocre content.

What format should I export?

Export as MP4 at 1080p resolution. This works everywhere - YouTube, email, and recruiting platforms like NCSA. Need to convert your .ts files to MP4? It only takes a few seconds with free tools.

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