NATIONAL
ATHLETE
INDEX
NATIONAL ATHLETE INDEX
National Athlete Index (NAI) is a free platform built to help athletes get seen by NCAA Coaches and Programs. Our mission is simple: bring the future of athletes the most trusted, easiest way to build connections, learn the recruiting process and get seen, all in one place.
WHY NAI IS YOUR BEST OPTION:
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Get seen Nationally by NCAA programs / Coaches.
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Upload Highlight Videos / Stats.
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Receive 1 on 1 professional consultation.
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Learn the recruiting process through NAI programs.
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Earn badges to show credibility to coaches.
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Message directly with coaches and track program interest.
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Use our team of professionals to prepare and send emails to coaches the RIGHT WAY.
GETTING STARTED
OUR
MISSION
HOW TO BUILD
YOUR PROFILE
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Open the menu..
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Select "Create Athlete Profile".
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Complete the process.
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Athlete Profile complete.
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Get seen nationally!
Our Badge System
Anyone can claim they are good. At NAI, we make you prove it. Our proprietary Badge System allows athletes to verify their skills, academics, and leadership, giving recruiters a trusted snapshot of the complete player.
Completion Badge
SOME flare is better than none. Simply create an NAI profile to earn this badge.
The foundation of trust. This badge signals to coaches that an athlete has provided accurate, up-to-date information and is actively managing their recruitment journey.
Verified Badge
Submit a verified GPA of 3.2 or higher.
The Alternative Route: Don't have the GPA yet? Complete 5 NAI Development Programs to earn your certificate of completion and unlock the badge.
Academic Elite Badge
Only available to Elite members. This badge must be earned. Our analysts perform a statistical deep-dive on your performance. If your verified stats place you in the top 10% of your region, you earn the Top Prospect distinction. Visibility boosts x5 on average!
Hot Prospect Badge
Submit a signed verification form from your current Head Coach confirming you actively serve as a Team Captain. This tells recruiters you are a leader in the locker room.
Field General Badge
THE POWER OF
OUR PRO AND ELITE PLANS
While a Free Profile gets you on the map, our Pro and Elite plans are designed to get you the offer. Both Pro and Elite members receive a personal strategy call with an NAI Scout, alongside the follwing:
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Get seen nationally by coaches + programs.
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Unlock high priority placement in our database.
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Work directly with our NAI specialists to ensure you are properly representing yourself, emailing coaches with professionality and maintaining a proper online presence.
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Upload Highlights, Stats, Documents all in one place for coaches to see.
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Message directly with coaches + programs using our system.
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Track interest from programs.
This is not just a database. This is your future.
Master the Recruitment Game
The Recruitment Roadmap
It’s not just about your stats; it’s about your strategy. We provide a comprehensive curriculum that teaches you exactly what college coaches are looking for—beyond the highlight reel.
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The Process De-Mystified:
A step-by-step breakdown of how recruitment actually works, from first contact to signing day.
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The "Do's & Don'ts" Checklist:
Avoid common pitfalls. We teach you exactly what actions impress scouts and what actions get you crossed off the list.
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Social Media Smart:
Your Instagram is your resume. Learn how to clean up your digital footprint and use social media to attract positive attention.
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Leadership & Maturity: Coaches recruit people, not just players. We teach off-the-field leadership skills that prove you are a low-risk, high-reward asset to their program.
The Parent Playbook
Recruitment is a family effort, but it’s easy to overstep. We include a FREE guided step-by-step program specifically designed to help parents navigate this complex journey.
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Navigating the Process:
Understand deadlines, eligibility centers, and communication rules so you can effectively support your athlete.
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Parental Do’s & Don'ts:
Learn the golden rules of interaction. We show you how to be the supportive backbone coaches love, rather than the "helicopter parent" that scares them away.