The Ultimate Extension of Your Staff
Trusted by High Schools across the country since 2020
You Coach the Team, We'll Handle the Recruiting
Help Every Athlete and Parent Navigate Recruiting Without Adding More To Your Plate
Today's recruiting landscape changes weekly. Transfer portal movement, roster limits, NIL, camp decisions, communication timelines, and social media expectations have created challenges no high school coach should have to navigate alone.
AREN becomes your recruiting education department, so your staff can focus on coaching.
AREN Testimonials
Listen to why coaches and athletic directors all over the country have entrusted AREN Consulting to support their coaches.
“As a head coach, I value having a trusted resource I can reach out to with any question regarding the ever-changing world of college recruiting. Dan’s expertise and responsiveness have been invaluable. He works one-on-one with our players and their families, helping them confidently navigate camps, visits, exposure opportunities, and all the other moving parts that come with college recruitment.”
Andrew Biedenbender
Football Head Coach-Grand Haven High School
“A lot of people get lost in the recruitng process. We experienced it until we started working with you.”
AREN Parent
Former AREN family member
“AREN has been a valuable resource for our school and athletic programs, providing clear guidance and trusted support as student-athletes navigate an ever-changing recruiting landscape. Dan’s knowledge and relationships help families and coaches make informed decisions. I can personally attest to this as an AD and head football coach,and parent with a son playing football at the Air Force Academy. Without question, AREN has helped our players, families and football program.”
John Bunyan
Athletic Director-Port Washington High School
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About Dan Fodrocy
Following my 15 years as a collegiate football coach, I realized that I wanted to see how I could further shape the game and make an impact on society using my extensive knowledge and experience. That’s why I started my consulting company, Athletic Recruiting Education & Navigation LLC. Here, I walk families and coaches through the intricate process of the athletic recruitment in order to help the families find their proper fit.
Why Join AREN?
Let me help reduce the time you spend on recruiting so you can apply it to where it is needed the most, with your players.
I WILL advise you on the changes in the new landscape.
I WILL navigate you through the smoke so you know exactly what you need to know as a high school head coach.
I WILL educate you on the proper approach during the process to support your players and families.
Q) Where do we start?
A) I know the common recruiting timeline and what you need to know and do at different times of the year?
Q) Overwhelmed by the process?
A) I know what is important and when it is most critical.
Q) What aspects are important and what are not?
A) I have evaluated amateur athletes for over 15 years and know exactly what programs are and are not looking for.
My Experience
Sports and more specifically, college sports have not only been a passion, but they in fact have been a big part of my life for the better part of 20+ years. As a player and coach, I was able to see the game through a completely unique lens. As I have now stepped off the sidelines, I am able to apply my experience and impart my knowledge to coaches and families to help provide the most stable athletic recruiting process possible.
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2001 - 2005
Saginaw Valley State University
Student Athlete
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2006 - 2007
Grand Valley State University
Graduate Assistant
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2008
University of Arkansas at Monticello
Assistant Coach
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2009 - 2010
North Dakota State University
Graduate Assistant
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2011 - 2018
Saginaw Valley State University
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2019
Northern Michigan University
Offensive Coordinator
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2020
Athletic Recruiting Education & Navigation LLC
Owner
President
Consultant
What AREN Programs Say
AREN LLC works with programs throughout the country, with coaches and families in multiple sports to provide them with the most up-to-date education and navigation to enhance their recruiting journey.
Dan was the "inside knowledge" to what we needed to get us through the process in a smart way. Having been a college coach for so long, he knew what to do when and what the coaches were thinking.
Dan helps recruits and families find their way through the extensive recruiting process. His background as a former College Coach gives him the expertise in an ever evolving field. I would recommend him to anyone looking for help in navigating the collegiate experience.
Dan is outstanding. I honestly don’t know how he does it, but not only is he super responsive, he has an uncanny knack for knowing when to check in and what info we need at what time. His years of experience clearly shows- has a great feel for the pulse and flow of The recruiting process. Dan is a trusted advisor to us, know we can count on him for impartial advice whenever we need it and that it will be 100% in service of our son’s best interests. No agendas, just quality counsel in pursuit of the athlete’s goals.
You are always extremely timely and responsive to questions and even reaching out unsolicited. Thank you for that. We really appreciate the feedback, conversations and content you have provided and continue to provide for us.
"While the recruiting process was challenging I had great support. My family, my coaches, they were all phenomenal. When I talked to Dan I realized that not everyone has that same level of support I did. That was eye-opening & instantly made me want to jump in. Partnering with AREN Consulting gives me a chance to help bridge the gap for the next generation that truly need it. AREN is a natural fit!"
-Jumana Martin-
Dan has been an outstanding resource for our program, our players and a constantly available guide to our parents. I coached college football for 16 yrs - over the course of the last 9 yrs that I have been a HS head coach, recruiting has changed drastically - the rules, the methods, social media etc. That has contributed to the most turbulent time period that we have seen. Dan keeps us up with these changes to consistently help us advise our kids in this ever changing landscape.
If knowledge of your environment is still an important element of having success, then AREN is a no-brainer.
Being a former Division I football player, the recruiting game has changed dramatically since my playing days more than 30 years ago. Dan provides realistic analysis, provides expert guidance, and has a huge network of college coaches to gauge the current recruiting climate.
Lots of people get lost in the recruiting process. We experienced it until you started helping us and other parents on his team felt lost as well. There are so many "recruiting experts" out there and all they are really after is your money. You are different and I tell people that.
Contact Me
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