Episode #129: Dr. Katherine Fell & Brandi Laurita on Recruiting

🎙️ How Colleges Build Their Rosters: Inside the Room With Findlay’s President & VP

In this episode of Significant Recruiting, we’re giving families what they rarely get—insight straight from the top. Matt sits down with Dr. Katherine Fell, President of the University of Findlay, and Brandi Laurita, Vice President for Student Affairs & Athletics, to unpack how colleges truly build their rosters and what “fit” really means from an institutional perspective.

Most families learn too late that each coach views their roster differently and every institution has its own expectations for the type of student-athletes they want representing their campus. Dr. Fell and VP Laurita break down that process with clarity, honesty, and care.

Whether you’re a family navigating recruiting, a coach building a program, or an administrator shaping student success—this episode will expand your thinking.

Learn more about today’s guests:

🌐 Dr. Katherine Fell: https://www.findlay.edu/about-uf/president

🌐 Brandi Laurita: https://www.findlay.edu/search/Faculty-Staff?fsid=000501f4

🌐 Matt Rogers / Significant Coaching: https://coachmattrogers.com

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