How do I market myself to college volleyball programs?

An athlete should first send a letter to the coach indicating that she is interested in the late sophomore or early junior year. The package should include academic credentials, an athletic resume (be sure to indicate vertical leap), a schedule and where she will be playing over the summer and a tape. The tape should include:
- Match play, and the athlete's position and number in the match play should be detailed in the letter, so the coach is certain who she is watching. Indicate where you are in the rotation and where you play after the ball is served.
- In addition to some unedited game footage, a skills tape is useful. The skills tape should include:
  - Passing. The more realistic, the better. Pass served balls, not just tossed ones.
  - Serving.
  - Blocking.
  - Hitting. Again, the more realistic the better.
  - Hand skills. Overhand passing and setting.
  - Defensive movement.
  - There should be about 10 contacts per drill.
A student should play Junior Olympic Volleyball or Club Volleyball to increase their exposure to college coaches.
Playing at tournaments is another way to increase exposure.
Summer camps are also a good way to be seen by college coaches. If a student really wants to attend a school, she should attend their summer camp and tell the coaches that it is her first choice. Remember, coaches don't always take the best athlete, they take the best player that they know they can get.