89% of Our Athletes Earn Football Scholarships

Even without connections, rankings, or expensive camps.

Built for the NIL and Transfer Portal era

Works for shy, introverted, or overlooked players

Proven system parents can trust

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At Next Play

Our Athletes

Get Coaches Attention

Get exposure and stand out by building your personal brand.

Become Confident Communicators

Develop the skills, mindset, and mental toughness to reach out to coaches.

Get Scholarship Offers

No need to settle for less. Get offers from the best schools possible.

Case Studies

❤️ Our Hall of Fame ❤️

Didn’t Play Senior Year—Still Got a Scholarship Offer

Blake Steed was injured, but never stopped showing up.

Small Town QB Earns multiple D2 offers

QB’s Smart Move to JUCO for D1 Shot

From No Offers To A $100K D2 Scholarship

Walked out with a $100K Division 2 football offer

Multiple Division 1 Offers in Just 6 Months

Narci Wickley proved that grit and execution beat rankings and stars.

2024 Next Play Stats

Football Scholarship Rate

89%

Division 1 Rate

42%

If you don’t have a system or a plan…

Trying to earn a football scholarship is stressful and overwhelming

So your athlete is…

  • Overlooked because of their size.

  • Not getting any views or responses from coaches on sites like Hudl.

  • Losing motivation from rejection and self-doubt is settling in.

  • Tired of leaving camps without any offers.

And these challenges lead to sleepless nights and feeling constantly overwhelmed because the last thing you want is your athlete to give up because you know it will have a huge long term impact on their life...

We believe your underdog athlete deserves to run out of the tunnel in front of thousands of screaming fans on Saturdays…

Hi There, I'm Richie Contartesi...

The Founder Of Next Play

And I understand firsthand the frustrations, challenges, and aspirations both you and your son are facing.

Like your son, I had a dream of earning a college football scholarship and was overlooked by everyone.

No one initially responded to my emails, DMs, or calls. I even had a meeting scheduled in person with a coach who didn’t show up.

At just 5'7" and 150 pounds, I faced the adversity of being undersized, overlooked, and underestimated.

I tried everything—camps, recruiting services, and recruiting software—but they were a giant waste of time and money.

Coaches weren’t checking the software, services promised connections that led nowhere, and camps were full of guys who already had relationships with coaches. I realized I was doing what everyone else was doing—and it wasn’t working.

I was tired of waiting for someone else to make it happen. That’s when everything changed.

A mentor took me under his wing and taught me to take full responsibility for my future. I stopped hoping and started executing—with a real system and strategy.

That was the turning point.

I created what would become the foundation of the Next Play® System—and after implementing it, I defied all expectations and secured a full Division-1 football scholarship in the powerhouse SouthEastern Conference (SEC) at Ole Miss.

I started all 12 games my senior year, earned the prestigious SEC Scholar Athlete award, and played on legendary fields like Alabama, LSU, and Auburn.

My journey continued beyond college as I played professional Arena football and authored the #1 bestseller, In Spite of the Odds. I was even featured in the movie Rudy Ruettiger: The Walk On.

But my true calling emerged when parents and athletes began asking how I did it. I started giving advice. Then a serious athlete asked me to mentor him—and that’s when it clicked.

Just like someone once did for me, I began mentoring high school football players who were tired of empty promises and ready to take control. They didn’t just want a playbook—they wanted a coach. Someone to hold them accountable.

Someone who had been through it. Watching their transformation—from shy, hesitant, and unsure, to confident, consistent, and recruited—was incredible.

And because I was once in their shoes, I knew exactly how they felt.

That’s why I founded Next Play—a nationwide mentorship and leadership program that helps underdog athletes earn the best football scholarships possible through our proven system.

Today, you and your athlete can plug into that same system and community—one that understands, supports, and believes in their extraordinary potential.

What Is Your Next Play?

The Application Process

Our 3-step approval process ensures every family we accept is fully aligned, committed, and ready to earn a football scholarship.

Start by applying and booking a short 15-minute parent-only call to see if your son meets the criteria for a professional evaluation.

A D1 Recruiting Director evaluates your son’s film to determine what level he currently grades at (D1, D2, D3, or NAIA) and what he must improve to level up.

We coach your son through a live interview to build confidence, improve communication with coaches, and then we share our final recommendations.

Becoming An Elite Leader On & Off The Field

Watch Richie In Action

A Few Endorsements

What People Think

“Richie’s story and book lit a fire within me. His drive, passion, and relentless will to succeed was reminiscent of my time at Notre Dame. At 5’7” and 150 pounds, Richie overcame the obstacles and the naysayers to earn a full SEC scholarship and a place in Ole Miss tradition.”

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Rudy Ruettiger

Inspiration of the Classic Movie Rudy

Richie has an innate ability to get the most out of his talents. Limited physical skills and size were not a roadblock but a driver for hard work, study, and relentless perseverance. He is one of those athletes who may not be the fastest, biggest, or most talented, but through hard work, a never give up attitude, and belief himself, makes believers out of everyone around him. Richie has a bigger heart than Vaught-Hemingway Stadium and our staff agreed 100% that he deserved a full SEC football scholarship!

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Houston Nutt

Head Football Coach at Ole Miss (2008-2011)

Documentary

Certified & Featured On Only Good TV

The video showcases Richie Contartesi's inspiring journey of earning a full football scholarship at Ole Miss, highlighting his determination and the impact of the Next Play® on helping underdog athletes achieve their dreams of playing college football.

Guaranteed Results

What Do You Get When You Work With Richie & The Next Play Team

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Community Access

Join a supportive community of underdog parents and athletes who actually care about your success.

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Attention Package

Get a comprehensive attention package including a highlight film, 1-sheet, and personal video to capture coaches' interest.

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Scholarship Mastery Blueprint

Follow a step-by-step system and unlock the Secrets to winning a college football scholarship

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Elite Leadership Training

Develop leadership skills and mental resilience to excel both on and off the field.

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Personalized Coaching

Benefit from weekly coaching calls and accountability with Richie and dedicated parent coaching calls.

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Resources and Tools

Access 24/5 Q&A sessions, scripts, nutrition training, workouts, and a coach relationship tool with 10,000+ coaches.

Every athlete deserves a shot at a college football scholarship. Ready to get yours?

Get Started Today

Let's put together your custom game plan today

On this call, we will:

  • Talk about the challenges you’re experiencing.

  • Strategize on how to overcome them. 

  • Give you a custom game plan to earn a scholarship.

  • You can apply for our program.

  • Answer any other questions you have.

Guaranteed Results

What Are The Results You Can Expect?

After completion of the program, your athlete will:

  • Earn A College Football Scholarship

  • Develop The Skills To Be A Confident Leader

  • Form The Habits To Achieve Anything In Life

  • Adopt The Next Play Mindset

  • Become Resilient

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