ATHLETIC COLLEGE & UNIVERSITY RECRUITING FAQ

 

Question 1:  I have been told that if you are good enough, college coaches will know about you and you will not need any more exposure.  Is this true?

 

Answer:  A college coach knowing who you are does not equate to you bieng recruited by them and offered any scholarships.  Colleges know about a lot of student athletes, however only a few will be recruited and eventually get offers.  Recruiting is very competitive and it is important not to gamble with your chances of earning a scholarship.  Just getting an offer should be your goal.  Choice is important, the more offers you get, the more choices you have.  This offers an opportunity to find the perfect post-secondary education for you.

 

Question 2: Do you have to be a superstar athlete to receive a scholarship?

 

Answer: College coaches fill their roster positions with players who can perform a variety of roles.  It is not always the superstars that coaches are looking for to fill out their teams.  Scholarship prospects must also have the ability to balance athletics and academics to attract attention.

 

Question 3:  I have heard that colleges have their own recruiting systems, therefore why do they need outside sports recruiters?

 

Answer: Colleges do have their own systems and each one has specific needs and criteria they require.  Our job is not to recruit for them, but rather to help them meet their needs.  Recruiting budgets, limited personnel and strict rules restrict colleges.  They are unable to evaluate and scout prospects the same way that we can.  We personally talk to numerous college coaches everyday and do a lot of things to help them out and to help our prospects get recruited.

 

QUESTION 4:  How do I know if I am good enough to play my sport at the college level?

 

ANSWER:  Your coach or professional instructor is your best recommendation now.  If you've gotten this recommendation, work hard to improve your skills and get your grades as high as possible.  We will attempt to get you the exposure to potentially earn a scholarship.

 

QUESTION 5:  Do my grades really impact my chances of getting a scholarship?

 

ANSWER:  The better you are as a student, the easier it is for a college coach to grant you an athletic scholarship.  Strong students may also be eligible for an academic scholarship which can increase the chance coaches will have interest in recruiting you as a player.

 

QUESTION 6:  What kind of grades must I have to be eligible for an athletic scholarship.

 

ANSWER:  Most division 1 and division 2 schools, require at least a 65% average in a list of core courses.  Your core course GPA combined with your SAT score will determine your eligibility.

 

QUESTION 7:  If I am athletically talented enough, is it possible to be admitted to a school regardless of my academic results?

 

ANSWER: The NCAA Clearinghouse has a final say in your eligibility to participate in college sports at a Division 1 or Division 2 level.  Student athletes who do not meet these qualifications will not be eligible to earn athletic based financial aid.

 

QUESTION 8:  When is the best time during high school to begin promoting my abilities to college coaches?

 

ANSWER:  According to college coaches, the best time to begin preparing yourself to become a scholarship prospect is in the tenth grade.  At this point, you can choose the correct courses and have the chance to take practice entrance exams.  The SAT is only written a few times a year, so to be one step ahead, we encourage student athletes to join our program as early in their high school years as possible.

 

QUESTION 9:  What sports can I earn a scholarship for?

 

ANSWER:  Scholarships are available for most sports, however, the most popular are: Football, Basketball, Volleyball, Soccer, Track & Field, Baseball, Softball, Hockey, Wrestling, Tennis, Golf, Swimming and Gymnastics.