Can international student-athletes be recruited to play in the U.S.?

Yes, absolutely. Coaches love finding talent abroad, and international student-athletes can bring a unique edge to college teams. The process is pretty similar to domestic recruitment but comes with a few extra hurdles like language tests (think TOEFL or IELTS), transcript evaluations, and understanding visa rules. Highlight videos become even more important when coaches can’t scout you in person. Be proactive. Email coaches, send your resume and film, and research schools that have a history of recruiting internationally. It’s totally doable. Plenty of international athletes land spots on U.S. teams every year. You just have to treat the recruiting process like a sport of its own strategy, hustle, and follow-through.