Life Lessons For All Athletes
Athlete for Life: 3 Important Values and Skills Sports Teach Us
By Camila Cramer|July 21, 2022
The practice of sport at a high level teaches all athletes a lot of values and skills. Even if at this moment you do not recognize them, in the future...
Be a Leader!
Yale’s Back-Heel Extraordinaire Ellie Rappole’s Leadership Advice for Recruits
By Annie Welch|July 21, 2022
Come back every Thursday for Athlete Interviews on college recruiting and advice. Ellie Rappole is a rising sophomore in the attack on the Yale University women's soccer team. She's majoring...
Knowledge is Power!
15 Questions International Athletes Must Ask During the Recruiting Process
By Camila Cramer|July 20, 2022
Asking questions to your potential coaches is a very important part of the recruiting process for all parties involved. From a coach's perspective, doing so shows them that the athlete...
No Days Off!
No Vacay for Hard-Working Athletes! 3 Tips for Tackling Training on Vacation
By Claire Borman|July 20, 2022
We are all in need of a little vacation sometimes, whether it be a beach island, a tour around Paris, or even a ski trip to Alaska. But you should...
Don't Panic!
10 Tips to Help You Avoid the Fitness Packet Panic
By Claire Borman|July 20, 2022
Whether you are an incoming freshman or a returning player, tackling a summer fitness packet can be daunting. Here are 10 tips on how to crush the challenge and return...
Make a Splash!
The Daily Grind of D1 Swimmer Savannah Kennedy
By Kyle Haflich|July 20, 2022
Daily Grind columns are posted every Wednesday to provide an introduction into a day in the life of a college athlete and an example of time management skills. Savannah Kennedy...
Not all Parties are Fun
Peer Pressure: This Recruiting Horror Story Was No Party
By Kyle Brady|July 19, 2022
Come back every Tuesday for Recruiting Horror Stories™, athletes' first-hand stories on what can go wrong during the recruiting process. *University name has been omitted by request of athlete* Taylor...
The First Step is the Hardest
Starting is Scary–Here’s How Women’s Ice Hockey Recruits Can Kick off the Recruiting Process With Confidence
By Casey Chizmazia|July 19, 2022
Beginning the recruiting process can be intimidating but you can never start too early. Keep in mind that due to NCAA guidelines, college coaches can not be in contact with...
Health and Wellness Tips
Concussion Callback: Why Taking Medical Leave Can Help College Athletes Succeed
By Annie Welch|July 19, 2022
The morning of January 28th, 2022 looked like a normal practice day at my varsity women's soccer practice at Yale University…until I was kneed in the head by a teammate...
Use Your NIL to Help Future College Athletes!
Want to Cash in and Give Back? 5 Tips to Help College Athletes Run a Successful Training Camp
By Chris Russo|July 19, 2022
Starting a training camp can be confusing and many people might not know where to start. But now that you can earn NIL money from training camps, you may be...
Train Your Brain!
Mentality Matters: 9 Tips to Help Athletes Improve Their Mental Health
By Camila Cramer|July 19, 2022
Athletes are great at physical training, but the mental side can be tougher. With that said,an athlete's mental and physical health should be given equal attention if they want to ...
Learn From Your Losses
Monday Motivation: Take Losses in Stride
By Tyler Traskos|July 18, 2022
“The only way to prove you're a good sport is to lose.” –Ernie Banks This quote from Ernie Banks speaks volumes about the true nature of sportsmanship and humility, and...
Work Hard, Play Hard
Being a College Athlete is Stressful–Check out These 5 Tips for a Healthy Work/Life Balance
By Casey Chizmazia|July 18, 2022
Being a college athlete comes with a pretty hectic schedule balancing school work, practice and games, and maybe even a job. Trying to juggle all this can seem like a...
Tips For Your Next Stage in Life!
High School to College Athletics: 3 Tough Transitions to Think About
By Sarah Borer|July 18, 2022
The switch from high school to college athletics is something that all athletes who are pursuing collegiate careers must eventually face once they make it to graduation. Although the transition...
Land Your Dream School!
Being Recruited in Multiple Sports? Two Benefits of Being a Multi-sport College Athlete (and One Reason to Specialize)
By Caleb Myers|July 18, 2022
Playing multiple collegiate sports can have many benefits. Along with helping athletes become more physically fit and well-rounded, the mental toughness gained from playing and competing in multiple sports is...
Stick to This Advice!
10 Questions With UNC Field Hockey Head Coach Karen Shelton on College Recruiting
By Caleb Myers|July 18, 2022
Come back every Monday for Coaching Staff's Advice on the college recruiting process, what they look for in athletes, and what to expect as a college athlete. Karen Shelton, head...