Episode #83: Paul Dill on Recruiting

🎙️ Significant Recruiting Podcast – Featuring Paul Dill (MIT Volleyball)

In this episode, I’m joined by Paul Dill, Head Volleyball Coach at MIT, to talk about what recruiting looks like inside one of the most selective academic institutions in the country. With over 1,000 career wins and decades of experience, Coach Dill shares what it takes to identify, evaluate, and support student-athletes who thrive both on the court and in the classroom.

We discuss:

• How recruiting changes when your pool is limited to 4.0 GPA/1450+ SAT athletes
• What Coach Dill looks for beyond talent
• The importance of curiosity, communication, and character
• Why being recruitable is about more than your stats

This conversation is full of perspective for any family navigating the recruiting process—especially those considering high-academic colleges and D3 programs.

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