Case Study: Iga Piotrowska — A Driven Competitor Who Found Her Future Through Recruited: Committing to Elon University

Iga's story begins in Poland, where her reputation was built on work ethic, talent, and a genuine love for improvement. She trained with purpose, pushed herself daily, and dreamed of a path that would let her grow as both a student and an athlete. When she learned she could study in the United States, compete at a high level, and still chase a professional career afterward, something clicked. It was exactly the opportunity she had been searching for.

She signed up on Recruited, downloaded the app, and within hours everything changed. With a strong UTR and a clean, polished profile, coaches noticed her immediately. The visibility that Recruited provides did exactly what it's designed to do — put the right players in front of the right coaches.

Calls started coming in fast. Interest came from every direction. Iga suddenly found herself speaking with multiple Division I programs, each offering unique opportunities. The doors that opened for her weren't random — they were a direct result of coaches actively using the platform and discovering athletes like her who might have otherwise been overlooked internationally.

Even with so many options on the table, one school stood out.

Elon University in North Carolina made the strongest impression. The coach connected with her instantly — genuine, invested, and building something special. The campus felt like home, the academic structure aligned with her goals, and the team culture matched the ambition she brings every single day. The fit was perfect on every level.

That clarity led her to the decision: Iga would commit to Elon University for Fall 2026.

Her journey shows exactly what makes Recruited powerful. We're not just creating profiles — we're creating opportunities. Players get visibility. Coaches find the right talent. And athletes like Iga are able to build a future that blends academics, tennis, and long-term dreams.

We're incredibly proud of Iga's path and excited to see everything she'll accomplish at Elon. This is the kind of story that reminds us why Recruited exists — we're changing lives, one player at a time.