Transfer Portal Reality Check: What High School Recruits Need to Know in 2026
The college soccer landscape has changed dramatically in the past few years, and if you’re a high school player trying to get recruited, you need to understand one critical development: the Transfer Portal.
Here’s the reality: The Transfer Portal just made freshman recruiting significantly harder. Roster spots that used to go to high school recruits are now going to experienced college players looking to transfer.
This doesn’t mean you can’t get recruited—it means you need to understand how the portal works and adjust your strategy accordingly.
