You definitely have to be careful when looking at recrutmen websites. You have some really large recruitment sites that are only interested in getting money and represent many different sports. The reality is that many athletes do not play at the next level because they sat back and waited for the college coaches to come to them. As a paret and as an athlete you have to play an active role in yur recruitment procss. This means getting your name out to as many coaches as you can.
As for recruitment sites, they provide a platform for the athletes to be seen and although the site alone will not get you recruited, the right site will get you the exposure to HELP you get recruited that you will not get if you are not a member of the a site. One of the best recruitment sites is Scoutforyou.com. They do not do any other sport but softball so the players are given more attention. It is not owned by a large corporation like most of the recruitment sites that you see. They really focus on the athlete and not the money. It is incredibly afforable. I think it is only 19.99/month. No hidden fees. It is one of the simpliest recruitment sites I have seen.
It's important if your serious about playing in college that you start early and keep at it. Hope this helps some of you!!!