Baseball recruiting has always been a mess. Polk was one of the worst and pissed off countless pro scouts. Polk would ask scouts who they were considering drafting and would offer scholarships. That and his camps were the extent of his recruiting efforts.

Recruiting can also be hindered by a coach with connections. I?ve seen a lot of talent wasted because the HC doesn?t recommend a player due to not seeing eye to eye. Also seen guys who have no business on a high school team get scholarships due to who Diddy knows and how much money is donated.