“Success is when opportunity and preparation meet.” Unknown

The student-athlete must reflect on BOTH their academic AND athletic goals. Does the college meet your academic goals? Do you need academic resources and support to accomplish your goals? Does the college make sense academically- Challenging yet within your reach! Does the college have the majors, areas of interest, programs, internships, etc. that you are interested in. Ask yourself key questions to establish your athletic goals. Do you want to play college sports? Why? Are you realistic about your ability…how do you know? How does the college program compare to your current club or high school team? Is this the right college for you if circumstances were to change athletically? …Did you create a Smart List? The Journal includes a Self-Reflection section for the student-athlete asking them key questions to identify their athletic and academic goals.

The Recruiting Process “It's not the load that breaks you down, it's the way you carry it.” Lou Holtz You The CSA Process Academics Athletics The Recruiting Process College Pursuit Your Coaches Parents Teachers

“You can’t build a reputation on what you are going to do.” Henry Ford Begin sophomore year Get the best grades possible Take advantage of enrichment and summer programs Map out your testing calendar…Plan ahead Maintain a filing system and record your findings in The College Pursuit Journal Create a preliminary curriculum plan and meet with counselor Get involved in your school and local community Maintain family communication about CSA expectations and limitations Communicate your goals with your coaches, teachers and parents You can comment that when I discuss CP I will give the families additional information and options on how to start early without it feeling like a full time job! Tina will talk about specific College Pursuit organizational tools.

Why do “they” like you? YOU manage pressure YOU ignite school spirit YOU work well with others YOU can multi-task YOU are dependable YOU care about others YOU are insightful Darryl Jones from Gettysburg In pressure-filled situation bc of sports Athletics brings students together Member of a team

College Pursuit is excited to join your team and help you reach your goals! Parents College Pursuit CRUSA

Overview of College Pursuit Private counseling One-to-one counseling tailored to your individual needs and interests. Assistance with any or all of the CSA tasks and requirements with a College Pursuit network counselor. Student Workshop Group instruction and guidance to educate students and parents on the CSA process. Workshops are designed to help students, through “reality based learning”, accomplish many of the CSA tasks and requirements. The College Pursuit Journal An interactive workbook that guides students throughout the CSA process. An organizational tool to document student’s research and findings. A tool for identifying and analyzing college requirements to identify “best match” colleges. Contains “Best Practices” and tips for students to consider throughout the CSA process. I will cover this slide