Isn’t it true that colleges will find you if you are a good athlete?

It’s true for the top 3% of high school student-athletes in the country.  As for the other 97%, if college coaches are not coming to you, then you have to make yourself visible to them.  If you have the academics, the ability and the desire, there is a school for you. Finding these schools is the challenge. That’s where we can help.  (back to top)

Isn’t this part of a high school counselor’s job…?

Not really. They are often doing their best, but high school counseling staffs are notoriously overworked and understaffed. And few counselors have the in-depth knowledge of college athletics and the recruiting process to effectively guide you in these areas. The bottom line is that they simply are not able to provide you with the expertise, personal attention, and necessary support that a private counselor who specializes in student-athletes can offer.  (back to top)

…And/or the coach’s job?  

No. Coaches are hired to coach. And most of them simply want to focus on coaching their team. Besides, it’s likely that they are not fully up-to-date on the ever changing rules and requirements for the NCAA, NAIA and any individual colleges that interest you. Most coaches will do the best they can to help, but like high school counselors, they may not be able to maximize all of your potential options.  (back to top)

How important is it to be strong academically?

Unless you are Patrick Mahomes, LeBron James or Bryce Harper, the most unappreciated way to maximize your opportunities to play college athletics is by earning good grades and test scores. While athletic ability is required, many student-athletes don’t appreciate that a strong GPA and SAT/ACT score can increase your options exponentially.  (back to top)

Can’t I just send out emails and film to coaches myself?

Sure. But understand that college coaches at every level receive a mountain of emails and film links each week. Inevitably this information is separated into two categories;  student-athletes who are targeting their school, and student-athletes that coaches are targeting as potential recruits. One of our main strengths is an understanding of what college coaches are initially looking for in a potential recruit. Remember, you only get one chance to make a first impression.  (back to top)

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Is it true that if you are not being actively recruited by your junior year you are out of luck?

No. While it’s better to start earlier than later, it is never too late. Recruiting is a 24/7/365 process. College coaches are always looking for student-athletes who can help their program, no matter what their year, age or circumstance. They understand that often times student-athletes are late bloomers. If they feel that you can help their program win they will find a spot for you.  (back to top)

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That said, when is the best time to begin this process?

College athletics are becoming so competitive that the recruiting process is beginning earlier and earlier. But there is no need to get crazy either, in spite of everything you hear. Ideally, a good time to begin on the academic side is entering your sophomore year to make sure you are on the proper track for college admissions and NCAA requirements. As for the recruiting process, a good rule of thumb is to begin when you have something substantive to tell college coaches. That is usually when you are contributing on a varsity team or competitive travel  team. The general rule is to make sure you are on the proper academic track for colleges and the NCAA as early as possible, and then begin the recruiting process when you have something positive to tell coaches.  (back to top)

Do you have an understanding of all different sports?

We have worked with student-athletes and conducted presentations in sports ranging from football, basketball, baseball and soccer, to track, water polo, tennis, alpine skiing and equestrian. We have experience and knowledge in the entire landscape of high school and college athletics.  (back to top)

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Can you guarantee my child will receive an athletic scholarship?

No. No one can. And anyone that tells you different is selling you a bill of goods. Your child’s ability to secure an athletic scholarship will be determined by three things; their athletic ability, their academics, and their visibility. What we will do is help evaluate their athletic ability, provide guidance and insight into improving their academics, and greatly increase their visibility by strategically marketing the combination of their skills, academics and intangibles, with the goal of creating interest from a number of targeted schools.  (back to top)

Can you tailor your presentations to fit a team, program, sport or event?

Yes. We have done so many through the years that we are very adept at designing presentations to fit any guidelines, content, time constraints, or points of emphasis that you feel will be most beneficial.  (back to top)

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