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Recruiting FAQs: Do All College Athletes Get Full Rides?
Easy Money?
Recruiting FAQs: Do All College Athletes Get Full Rides?

By Caleb Myers|August 11, 2022

When a high school athlete thinks of being recruited, the first thought most usually have is, “I get a full-ride to college!” However, more times than not, high schoolers who...

Recruiting Horror Story: My Senior Night Was the Worst Night of My Life
Not the Best Sendoff...
Recruiting Horror Story: My Senior Night Was the Worst Night of My Life

By Anna Garrett|August 9, 2022

Recruiting Horror Stories™ are posted every Tuesday to provide athletes' first-hand experiences of what can go wrong during the recruiting process. Skylar Singleton is a senior volleyball player at Saint...

It’s All Going To Be Okay: My Experience After One Year as an International Athlete
You Got This!
It’s All Going To Be Okay: My Experience After One Year as an International Athlete

By Camila Cramer|August 9, 2022

After a year being an international college athlete at Rollins College, I can say that everything has been worth it. I started swimming competitively at the age of 12 and...

Get Ready: 3 Must-Dos to Check off Your List Before a Recruiting Trip
Be Prepared!
Get Ready: 3 Must-Dos to Check off Your List Before a Recruiting Trip

By Macy McHale|August 9, 2022

Recruiting trips can differ depending on the division, the time of year, your level of interest in the school, and for many other reasons. Because of this, there are not...

How Hard is it to Get an Athletic Scholarship? It Depends on the Sport
Easy Money?
How Hard is it to Get an Athletic Scholarship? It Depends on the Sport

By Royce Linder|August 5, 2022

For many athletes looking to pursue a career at the collegiate level, scholarship money is imperative to their success. It is very hard to find time in the schedule of...

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3 Ways to Set Realistic Expectations in the Recruiting Process
Get Real!
3 Ways to Set Realistic Expectations in the Recruiting Process

By Max Brown|August 4, 2022

Do you want to play a  college sport? If so, it's important to remember that it's a difficult task! In the U.S., a little over 7% of high school athletes...

Are You Cut Out For the Next Level? 2 Key Traits Recruits Need To Become College Athletes
Do You Have What it Takes?
Are You Cut Out For the Next Level? 2 Key Traits Recruits Need To Become College Athletes

By Scott Abramson|August 3, 2022

It can be hard to know what college coaches are looking for during the recruiting process–after all, high school athletes have many different strengths and weaknesses even if they play...

A Good Investment? 6 Common Costs Associated with Recruiting
Balance Your Recruiting Budget!
A Good Investment? 6 Common Costs Associated with Recruiting

By Caleb Myers|August 3, 2022

The recruiting process includes many steps, and becoming a well-rounded athlete is an important one. But did you know that in order for an athlete to be noticed, simply playing...

Ready to Show Off? 4 Things to Bring To a Showcase to Help You Perform at Your Best
Gear Up!
Ready to Show Off? 4 Things to Bring To a Showcase to Help You Perform at Your Best

By Annie Welch|August 3, 2022

Headed to a showcase soon and don't know what to bring along? Don't worry! We've listed four things you should be sure you don't leave at home for your next...

Recruiting Horror Story: Well That Was Awkward…
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Recruiting Horror Story: Well That Was Awkward…

By Kyle Brady|August 2, 2022

*Name and university anonymized at the athlete's request* Jimmy was looking to be recruited by a DII school for baseball when he scheduled an appointment to visit the campus and...

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Recruiting FAQs: What’s the Difference Between High School and Club Sports?
Pick What's Best for You!
Recruiting FAQs: What’s the Difference Between High School and Club Sports?

By Claire Borman|August 1, 2022

When you ask a Division I athlete if they played a club sport, chances are they're going to say “yes.” This then  begs the question: Are club sports necessary to...

Adjusting Your Palate: 4 Ways Nutritional Changes Affect First Year International College Athletes (and 9 Ways to Adapt)
Nutrition Tips (For All Athletes)!
Adjusting Your Palate: 4 Ways Nutritional Changes Affect First Year International College Athletes (and 9 Ways to Adapt)

By Camila Cramer|July 29, 2022

Any student that decides to move to a different country for college faces the challenge of adapting to a different environment, culture, language, and schedule to mention a few.  International...

4 Ways Non-Superstar Athletes Should Approach Recruiting
Fly Under the Radar!
4 Ways Non-Superstar Athletes Should Approach Recruiting

By Scott Abramson|July 29, 2022

Only about 7% of high school athletes play in college, which might ramp up the pressure for recruits in the thick of their recruiting process–but take comfort in the fact...

Listen Up Mom and Dad: 7 Questions Parents of High School Athletes Should Ask During Their Child’s Recruiting Process
Look Ma, I Made it!
Listen Up Mom and Dad: 7 Questions Parents of High School Athletes Should Ask During Their Child’s Recruiting Process

By Camila Cramer|July 29, 2022

Parents need to be involved in the recruiting process–however, they can not do recruiting tasks for their son or daughter. During the recruiting process parents will have the chance to...

We All Love Athletic Scholarships…But is Mine Guaranteed?
Scholarship Smarts!
We All Love Athletic Scholarships…But is Mine Guaranteed?

By Chris Russo|July 27, 2022

Going to college might be one of the most expensive things you do in your life, and one of the main concerns for students is how they will pay for...

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Recruiting Horror Story: An Abrupt Change of Plans
Be Loud and Clear!
Recruiting Horror Story: An Abrupt Change of Plans

By Matthew Reichen|July 26, 2022

Come back every Tuesday for Recruiting Horror Stories™, athletes' first-hand stories on what can go wrong during the recruiting process. This anonymous athlete's story began the summer before her senior...

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