1. Hicksville High School NCAA Prospective Student Athletes

2. NCAA Requirements There are new requirements for collegebound student-athletes enrolling full time at an NCAA Division I college or university on or after August 1, 2016.

3. Summary of Changes Minimum core-course GPA of 2.300 required for competition; Ten core courses required before beginning of senior year for competition; and Ten core courses required before beginning of senior year for competition; and Slight changes in GPA/test score index (sliding scale). Slight changes in GPA/test score index (sliding scale).

4. Core-ourse Progression D I Must complete 10 core courses before seventh semester of high school (e.g., senior year). Of the 10 core courses completed, seven must be in the area of English, math, or science. Of the 10 core courses completed, seven must be in the area of English, math, or science. These 10 core courses become “locked in” for the purpose of core-course GPA calculation. A repeat of one of the “locked in” courses will not be used if taken after the seventh semester begins.

5. Division I Academic Requirements 16 Required Core Courses 16 Required Core Courses (10 Core Courses must be completed by start of Senior Year) English- 4 Years Math- 3 Years Natural/Physical Science- 2 Years Social Science- 2 Years One Extra Year- Eng/Math/Science 4 Years of Extra Courses- from above or Foreign Language, Religion/Philosophy

6. Division II Academic Requirements 16 Required Core Courses 16 Required Core Courses English- 3 Years Math- 2 Years (Alg I or Higher) Science- 2 Years 3 Years of Eng/Math/Science 2 Years of Social Science 4 Years of courses from above or Foreign Language/ Religion/Philosophy

7. How To Get Noticed Talk to your coach Email or call college coaches Send a letter to coaches Be Proactive, Take the Initiative!

8. Marketing Strategies (Initial Contact) Prospective student athlete questionnaire Sample cover letter to coach Sports schedule Highlight tape information sheet

9. Recruiting Packet Picture Contact information Personal information Academic information Athletic information Physical statistics Team or individual records Junior athletic ranking Jersey color and number All pertinent statistics and how you rank on team and in the league Honors and awards received Newspaper articles

10. Visiting Schools You are allowed 5 official visits Questions to ask the coach What position will I play? Will I be starting at my position? What happens to my scholarship if I am injured?

11. NCAA Eligibility Center Sophomore or Junior Year- Register on line with the NCAA Eligibility Center See your Counselor www.ncaaeligibilitycenter.org