<p>I was asked to come up to a school for my unofficial by the coach during my Sophomore fall. I'm a freshman right now. So i'm going up. This coach has seen me play multiple times before, and knows how I play. I've emailed him frequently about updates on my season. This is for WOMENS ICE HOCKEY. I'm one of the top female goaltenders in the country statistically and he knows that. He already told me that I'm on the top of his recruiting list. And they offered us football tickets while we're up there. They are in the top 5 as far as women's D1 college hockey goes.</p>
<p>I know making a verbal commitment sophomore year is not that heard of, but if he's asking me to come up for my unofficial now, does that mean they might ask me to make a verbal commitment? Also, do you typically make verbal commitments on unofficial visits? </p>
<p>LOOKING FOR NEW OPINIONS!</p>
<p>Thank you!</p>
<p>You do not need to give a verbal commitment at your visit. You can ask the coach where you stand at your visit and get an idea about the team. You may be able to have lunch with a team member, sit in a class, ask about a specific major or school. Coaches can arrange those types of things. (S)he may offer you a spot at the visit. You can take this information home with you and think about it. You can also talk to other schools. Do not feel obligated to jump on an offer immediately when you first hear about it. Coaches realize that you are looking around and need to visit several schools before you are ready to make a verbal commitment. Just be sure to let the coach know that you are very interested (if you are) and thank him or her. Be sure to stay in touch by email. Invite the coach to see you play and go see the team play from the college that interests you. Be honest, inquisitive, and friendly. Do not rush.</p>