michael-d1-recruiting-skill

• Researching D1 swimming programs
• Drafting coach outreach emails
• Tracking recruiting timelines
• Analyzing competition (SwimCloud rivals)
• Logging recruiting activities to Supabase

Name: Michael Shapira

DOB: July 22, 2009 (16 years old)

School: Satellite Beach High School, Class of 2027

SwimCloud ID: 3250085

Primary Events:

• 50 Free
• 100 Free
• 200 Free
• 100 Fly
• 100 Back

Current Times (verify via SwimCloud):

• Check latest meet results
• Track improvement trends
• Compare to recruiting standards

Diet: Kosher-adapted keto (Mon-Thu), moderate carbs (Fri-Sun for Shabbat)

Model: Following Michael Andrew's nutrition approach

Key Competitors:

1. Soto (ID: 2928537) - PI 47
2. Gordon (ID: 1733035) - PI 90
3. Domboru (ID: 1518102)

Data Location: /life-os/michael_d1_agents_v3/data/

Initial Contact Template

```

Subject: Satellite Beach HS 2027 | 50/100/200 Free | [Time]

Coach [Last Name],

My name is Michael Shapira, and I'm a junior at Satellite Beach High School

in Florida (Class of 2027). I'm reaching out to express my strong interest in

[University Name]'s swimming program.

Current Times:

• 50 Free: [time]
• 100 Free: [time]
• 200 Free: [time]
• 100 Fly: [time]

I'm particularly drawn to [University] because of [specific reason - academic

program, team culture, coaching philosophy, etc.].

My SwimCloud profile: https://www.swimcloud.com/swimmer/3250085/

I'd welcome the opportunity to discuss how I could contribute to the [Team Name].

Are you available for a brief call in the coming weeks?

Best regards,

Michael Shapira

Satellite Beach High School '27

Email: [email]

Phone: [phone]

```

Follow-Up Template

```

Subject: Re: Satellite Beach HS 2027 | Following Up

Coach [Last Name],

I wanted to follow up on my email from [date] regarding my interest in

[University]'s program.

Recent Update:

• [Recent meet/time drop/achievement]
• [Any relevant news]

I remain very interested in [University] and would appreciate any guidance

on your recruiting timeline and how I can stay on your radar.

Best,

Michael Shapira

```

Post-Meet Update Template

```

Subject: Time Update | [Event] [New Time]

Coach [Last Name],

Quick update from [Meet Name]:

• [Event]: [New Time] ([improvement from previous])

[Brief 1-2 sentence context if relevant]

Looking forward to staying in touch as the recruiting process continues.

Best,

Michael Shapira

```

Target Program Criteria

Academic:

• Strong [Michael's intended major] program
• Academic support for student-athletes
• Graduation rates

Athletic:

• Conference strength
• Recruiting times alignment
• Team culture/coaching philosophy
• Facility quality

Practical:

• Location (proximity to family)
• Campus environment
• Kosher food options (important!)
• Jewish student life (if relevant)

Research Template

```json

{

"university": "University of Florida",

"conference": "SEC",

"coach_name": "Anthony Nesty",

"recruiting_times": {

"50_free": "20.50",

"100_free": "44.50",

"200_free": "1:36.00"

},

"team_culture": "High-performance, sprint-focused",

"academic_fit": "Strong engineering program",

"distance_from_home": "2.5 hours",

"kosher_options": "Hillel on campus, kosher meal plan available",

"notes": "Strong sprint tradition, recent NCAA success"

}

```

Sophomore Year (2025-2026)

• ✓ Build relationship with current coach
• ✓ Attend recruiting camps/clinics
• ✓ Initial coach outreach to target schools
• ✓ Focus on time drops

Junior Year (2026-2027) - CURRENT

• Fall: Verbal commitment window opens
• Winter: Continue coach contact, visit schools
• Spring: Key championship meets for times
• Summer: Final time trials before senior year

Senior Year (2027-2028)

• Fall: Sign National Letter of Intent (November)
• Spring: Final high school season
• Summer: Prepare for college transition

Tracking Competitors

```python

# Check rival progress

rivals = [

{'name': 'Soto', 'id': 2928537, 'pi': 47},

{'name': 'Gordon', 'id': 1733035, 'pi': 90},

{'name': 'Domboru', 'id': 1518102}

]

for rival in rivals:

# Get latest times from SwimCloud

# Compare to Michael's times

# Track improvement trends

```

Meet Results Logging

After each meet, log:

• Event, time, place
• Improvement from previous
• National/conference ranking
• Notify coaches of significant drops

Log recruiting activities:

```python

supabase.table('activities').insert({

'category': 'michael_swim',

'subcategory': 'recruiting',

'title': f"Coach Outreach: {university}",

'content': json.dumps({

'coach_name': coach_name,

'university': university,

'date_sent': datetime.now(),

'type': 'initial_contact',

'follow_up_date': datetime.now() + timedelta(days=14)

})

})

```

Shabbat Observance

CRITICAL: No swimming competitions Friday night through Saturday havdalah

When researching programs:

• Ask about meet schedules
• Confirm Shabbat accommodation
• Look for precedent (other observant swimmers)

Kosher Diet Maintenance

• Verify campus dining options
• Check proximity to kosher restaurants
• Hillel/Chabad presence on campus

Academic Balance

• Engineering/science program strength
• Athletic academic support
• Summer training vs internship flexibility

Tier 1 (Reach)

• Top 10 programs nationally
• Very competitive recruiting times
• Example: Florida, Texas, Cal

Tier 2 (Target)

• Top 25 programs
• Times align with current trajectory
• Example: Florida State, NC State, Louisville

Tier 3 (Safety)

• Strong programs, achievable times
• Great academic fit
• Example: [Specific schools based on current times]

```

"Use michael-d1-recruiting-skill to draft outreach email to UF coach"

"Research D1 programs with strong engineering and kosher options"

"Log meet results and generate coach update emails"

```

Harry Meisel Meet: December 13-14, 2025

Recruiting Priority: Junior year = critical time for commitments

Action Items:

• Update times after each meet
• Monthly coach touchpoints
• Visit top 3 schools by spring 2026

1. Shabbat First: No compromises on Friday night/Saturday meets
2. Academic Priority: D1 swimming supports education, not replaces it
3. Honest Assessment: Target schools matching realistic progression
4. Coach Relationships: Quality over quantity in outreach
5. Family Input: Ariel and Mariam involved in all decisions