In this special episode, Richie Contartesi joins Jeff Giagnocavo on his podcast to share the incredible journey of earning a Division 1 football scholarship at Ole Miss. Richie opens up about the relentless rejection he faced, getting cut from teams, and the moment Coach Ed Orgeron offered him a spot—not for his talent, but for his unmatched drive and leadership on the scout team. Tune in as Richie and Jeff explore the power of relationships, persistence, and the "Next Play" mindset,...

In this episode, I coach Wyatt Horton on the most crucial aspects of college football recruiting: making the most of the contact period. We discuss the strategies every high school athlete needs to stand out, from turning brief meetings with coaches into lasting relationships to ensure you get the best scholarships possible. We also explore the evolving landscape of recruiting in today’s game—how coaching changes, the transfer portal, and scholarship limits impact the process. Whether...

In this episode, hosts Richie Contartesi and Brian Overton dive into the game-changing update in college football recruiting: the increase in scholarships from 85 to 105. This groundbreaking rule change, set to begin in the 2025–2026 season, offers significant shifts in opportunities for athletes, parents, and programs across all levels. From potential benefits and drawbacks to the ripple effects on walk-on programs and the transfer portal, Richie and Brian leave no stone...

In this episode of The Football Scholarship Podcast, host Richie Contartesi sits down with NCAA compliance expert Rick Allen to uncover the biggest misconceptions athletes and their families face during the recruiting process. With Rick’s extensive experience as a former compliance director at D1 programs and founder of Informed Athlete, they explore crucial topics such as NCAA eligibility, transfer rules, and scholarship guarantees. Richie and Rick discuss the realities of scholarship...

In this episode of The Football Scholarship Podcast, hosts Richie Contartesi and Brian Overton dive deep into the hot-button issue of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) for high school football players. With Brian's 15 years of D1 recruiting experience, they explore both sides of the NIL debate, discussing whether high school athletes should be paid and how this impacts the recruiting process. Richie and Brian break down the pros and cons, from the opportunities NIL offers for athletes to...

In this episode, Richie Contartesi introduces Brian Overton, the new Chief Recruiting Officer at Next Play, with extensive experience at top programs like Arkansas and North Carolina. Brian shares insider tips on navigating the football recruiting process, from creating standout highlight reels to building relationships with coaches. They cover key topics like the transfer portal, NIL deals, and the truth behind committable offers. Whether you're a player or parent, this episode is full of...

Richie Contartesi delves into the NCSA recruiting software and services that aim to help athletes get recognized by college coaches, outlines its pros and cons, and provides recommendations based on his own journey to provide a clearer understanding of the whole process. Get a FREE copy of Richie's #1 Best Seller "In Spite of the Odds", where he shares step-by-step how he earned a college football scholarship at 5'7" and 150 LBS in detail so you can too:...

Richie breaks down the various types of walk-ons, the challenges they face, and shares 5 steps that athletes can follow to increase their chances of earning a scholarship. Whether you're an aspiring athlete, in college, or a parent, this video provides invaluable insights on navigating the world of college football scholarships. Get a FREE copy of Richie's #1 Best Seller "In Spite of the Odds", where he shares step-by-step how he earned a college football scholarship at 5'7" and 150 LBS in...

Based on his personal experience, Richie Contartesi shares a 5-step method that athletes can immediately implement to guarantee they get a response from college coaches and boost their odds of securing a college athletic scholarship. Get a FREE copy of Richie's #1 Best Seller "In Spite of the Odds", where he shares step-by-step how he earned a college football scholarship at 5'7" and 150 LBS in detail so you can too: https://offer.richiecontartesi.com/book HIGH SCHOOL PARENTS ONLY: Help...

Richie Contartesi, founder of Next Play, discusses the challenges of earning a D1 football scholarship, shares five key mistakes to avoid, and provides a weekly accountability framework for high school athletes and parents in the college football recruiting process to WIN in the post-COVID era. Get a FREE copy of Richie's #1 Best Seller "In Spite of the Odds", where he shares step-by-step how he earned a college football scholarship at 5'7" and 150 LBS in detail so you can too:...

Richie shares the best way to get a football scholarship which is a 5-step system called, Next Play®. Richie did it the hard way earning a college football scholarship in the SEC at just 5'7' and 150 LBS. He has since worked with thousands of athletes and shares the best way to do it post covid so you can live your dream as well. Get a FREE copy of Richie's #1 Best Seller "In Spite of the Odds", where he shares step-by-step how he earned a college football scholarship at 5'7" and 150 LBS...

In this exclusive video, join Richie Contartesi, founder of Next Play, as he interviews the former Director of Football Operations, Michael Beaumont, from Ole Miss, Arkansas, and Tennessee. Discover the behind-the-scenes workings of the college football recruiting process and gain a competitive edge in your pursuit of a scholarship. If you're passionate about achieving your college football dreams, this video is a must-watch. Hear from someone who's been in your shoes and succeeded against...

We will be interviewing and coaching Taylor Beruman using the Next Play™ system to improve their business, sales, and team. Tune in to see if there are any nuggets that you can use for your business or sales process as well.

We will be interviewing and coaching Brian Kingsolver using the Next Play™ system to improve their business, sales, and team. Tune in to see if there are any nuggets that you can use for your business or sales process as well. BIO: Brian Kingsolver started The Kingsolver Insurance Agency LLC in September of 2013, as he likes to put it : “When I started this agency I had no idea where we were going to go, or how any of this would work. We just went in and did it”. Starting his agency at the...

Richie Contartesi and Cody Shill share how to sell more than you normally do in a recession without selling out. GET STARTED: Sales Leaders who want to build an elite sales team that closes at least $1M a month - We’ll double your sales team's close rate in the next 90 days or you don’t pay. Click here to apply: https://offer.richiecontartesi.com/le... Sales Pros - Increase Your Monthly Net Take Home Commissions To $20,000 In The Next 90 Days or You Don't Pay. Click here to apply:...

Richie will be coaching Mark LIVE using the Next Play™ system to build, develop, and grow her team. Tune in to see if there are any nuggets that you can use for your business or sales process as well. Mark's Bio: I've teamed with COUNTRY Financial to help grow your wealth and protect your dreams. I have a full time team of 6 including myself. All of my conversations revolve around what's important to you so we can work together to protect against certain events that could jeopardize those...

Richie will be coaching Kristina LIVE using the Next Play™ system to build, develop, and grow her team. Tune in to see if there are any nuggets that you can use for your business or sales process as well. Kristina's Bio: I started working as an Office Manager for 2 ladies that sold health insurance. It was right when the Affordable Care Act went into effect, 2013 and I knew nothing about insurance. Very quickly I discovered that I loved the ACA. I enjoyed educating prospects about what the...

Richie Contartesi and Cody Shill share how to build an elite and consistent high-performance sales team without micromanaging. GET STARTED: Sales Leaders who want to build an elite sales team that closes at least $1M a month - We’ll double your sales team's close rate in the next 90 days or you don’t pay. Click here to apply: https://offer.richiecontartesi.com/le... Sales Pros - Increase Your Monthly Net Take Home Commissions To $20,000 In The Next 90 Days or You Don't Pay. Click here to...

Richie will be coaching Justin Wells LIVE using the Next Play™ system to improve their business, sales, and increase take home commissions. Tune in to see if there are any nuggets that you can use for your business or sales process as well. BIO:  Hello, I'm Justin Wells, a US Army veteran and the founder of Preferred Insurance. I have a deep passion for sharing my expertise and insights with others. My insurance journey began in January 2018, and from the very beginning, I was...

BIO: Kory worked his way up the corporate ladder prior to becoming an agent. Managed sales teams since 2012. Currently, he operates one of the largest Allstate insurance agencies in the country. Over $26M in recurring annual premium. 5 offices, 20 employees. Huge car nerd. Richie will be interviewing and coaching Kory Rykman LIVE using the Next Play™ system to improve their business, and sales, and increase take-home commissions. Tune in to see if there are any nuggets that you can use for...

Jessica built a 7-figure agency with a team of 11 employees from scratch and will share her journey to success. Richie will also be coaching Jessica using the Next Play™ leadership system to improve her business, sales, and team. Tune in to see if there are any nuggets that you can use for your business, leadership, and or sales as well. BIO: Jessica Hartline I started as a receptionist in an insurance agency at 16 years old and decided in 2007 to open my own agency. I opened a scratch...

Richie Contartesi and Cody Shill share the challenges their clients/teams are facing and as sales leaders how they were able to overcome those challenges. Cody Shill is the Vice President of Sales at Encor Solar and has been an executive for 10 years running over $100M in sales every year. Richie Contartesi is the founder of Next Play. GET STARTED: Sales Leaders who want to build an elite sales team that closes at least $1M a month - We’ll double your sales team's close rate in the next 90...

Richie will be Interviewing Per and Niklas Brinck. Per Brinck has 37 years of insurance experience, 10 years owner, originally from Sweden. Moved to the US in 1980 to attend Drury University after being recruited to be a part of the NCAA swim team. Insurance fell into my lap after graduating from college and needed a job. Have stuck with it ever since. Niklas Brinck has 7 years in the industry. Originally thought about going into the healthcare field but after being introduced to insurance...

Richie will be coaching Kristina Martinez LIVE using the Next Play™ system to improve their business, sales, and increase take home commissions. Tune in to see if there are any nuggets that you can use for your business or sales process as well. GET STARTED: Sales Pros - Increase Your Monthly Net Take Home Commissions To $20,000 In The Next 90 Days or You Don't Pay... Click here to apply: https://richiecontartesi.com/20k Learn more about having Richie speak at your next...