Sports Highlight Reels Built for the Next Opportunity
Give coaches, recruiters, families and fans a clear view of the moments that matter. Jon Fazio combines more than six years of experience at MLB Network and NHL Network with four Sports Emmy Awards to create focused athlete reels and compelling team stories.
Choose the Right Highlight Reel
Every athlete, team and footage library is different. Jon can recommend the right approach based on the sport, intended audience, available footage, season schedule and deadline.
Edit-Only Recruiting Reel
Already have game footage? Jon will review the supplied clips, identify the strongest moments and create a concise highlight reel that makes the athlete easy to identify and evaluate.
Footage can come from phones, livestreams, team cameras, broadcasts or professional videographers. Jon will review the material before the project begins and explain what is usable.
Typical deliverables may include:
- Athlete identification at the beginning of the video
- Clear visual markers before important plays
- Position-appropriate clip selection
- Clean pacing and transitions
- Player, team, position and graduation-year information
- A shareable finished video for coaches and recruiting platforms
Game-Day Capture and Highlight Edit
Jon can professionally film one or more games and turn the strongest moments into an athlete-focused highlight video.
This option is useful when existing footage is inconsistent, the athlete is difficult to identify or the family wants more intentional coverage.
The scope depends on the sport, venue, schedule, travel requirements and desired deliverables.
Multi-Game or Season Recruiting Reel
A multi-game reel presents a broader picture of the athlete’s performance across several games or an entire season.
Jon will organize the footage, select representative plays and create a focused progression that highlights execution, awareness, decision-making and impact.
The finished reel will be prepared for easy sharing with coaches, programs and recruiting contacts.
Team or Program Story
Sports video can serve more than recruiting. Jon also creates cinematic stories for teams, clubs, tournaments and athletic programs.
Possible projects include:
- Season recaps
- Senior-night videos
- Team introductions
- Tournament and event coverage
- Program fundraising videos
- Coach or athlete interviews
- Club and facility promotional videos
- Social-media highlight packages
Pricing is provided as a custom quote based on the available footage, number of games, travel, sport, deliverables and deadline.
What Makes a Strong Recruiting Video?
A recruiting reel should make an athlete’s ability easy to see. It does not need unnecessary effects or a long introduction. A useful reel should:
- Identify the athlete immediately
- Keep the athlete identifiable throughout each play
- Open with strong, representative moments
- Feature clips relevant to the athlete’s position
- Show decision-making and execution, not only flashy plays
- Include clear player and contact information
- Maintain a focused, watchable length
- Be easy to share with coaches and programs
Jon approaches every reel as a communication project. The goal is to help the intended viewer quickly understand who the athlete is, where to look and what the selected plays demonstrate. No highlight-reel service can guarantee a response, roster spot, scholarship or professional contract. Jon’s role is to present the athlete’s real performance clearly and professionally.
Sports Production Experience That Matters
Jon developed his production foundation during more than six years at MLB Network and NHL Network, working in live production and daily highlight workflows. That experience built the speed, judgment and storytelling discipline that still shape his work.He earned four Sports Emmy Awards for producing and editing content for daily live shows. That background helps Jon recognize the difference between a flashy montage and a useful sports story—one that communicates awareness, execution, emotion and impact.Whether the audience is a college coach, a team’s supporters or a prospective sponsor, Jon builds the video around what that viewer needs to understand.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Jon work with footage we already have?
Yes. Jon can review phone, livestream, team, broadcast and professionally captured footage. Before the project begins, he will explain what is usable and whether additional footage would strengthen the finished reel.
Which sports can be included?
The approach can be adapted for baseball, softball, hockey, soccer, football, basketball, lacrosse, volleyball and other team or individual sports. The recommended production plan may vary depending on how each sport is filmed and evaluated.
How long should a recruiting reel be?
The ideal length depends on the sport, position, footage and intended audience. The reel should be long enough to demonstrate ability but focused enough to respect the viewer’s time.
Can the athlete be highlighted before each play?
Yes. Circles, arrows, pauses or other clear visual markers can help coaches quickly identify the athlete. These graphics should remain simple and should not obscure the play.
Can one project include horizontal and vertical versions?
Yes. A primary recruiting video can be paired with shorter vertical edits for Instagram, TikTok or other social platforms when included in the project scope.
Can Jon film more than one game?
Yes. Single-game, multi-game and season coverage can be quoted based on the schedule, venue, travel and requested deliverables.
Does a highlight reel guarantee recruiting results?
No. A professionally edited reel can help present an athlete clearly, but it cannot guarantee coach responses, scholarships, roster positions or professional opportunities.
Plan Your Sports Highlight Reel
Tell Jon the athlete’s sport, position, team, graduation year, goals, available footage and desired deadline. If you are unsure which package makes sense, Jon can review the situation and recommend a practical starting point. Pricing is customized according to the footage, filming requirements, number of games, travel, deliverables and turnaround time.