1. The 411 of Athletic Recruitment Mr. James Davidson Dr. John Schnedeker Mr. Chris Wakley

2. Topics Covered Preparing for the Recruiting Process Understanding the NCAA Clearinghouse The College Perspective on Recruitment

3. Getting Started You have communicated to your coach a desire to play college sports. You understand the level of commitment both  Athletically  Academically  Make unofficial visits to colleges during school breaks and summer vacation. Call ahead

4. Getting Started, cont. You make your counselor aware of your intentions so that they can support the work you’re doing with the coach. Counselor can help you project where the “best academic fits” might be. Coach can help you project where the “best athletic fits” might be.

5. Build an Athletic Resume Highlight athletic accomplishments Highlight future showcases and events where coaches can witness your talents Highlight academic strengths such as  PSAT’s  SAT’s  Unofficial Transcripts  Academic Interests

6. Develop a Testing Plan Work with your counselor to review appropriate testing dates for SAT/ACT so that they don’t come in conflict with your “busy season.”

7. Interest Levels Fill out ALL college questionnaires to generate the most interest Return phone calls/emails from coaches Make phone calls/emails to coaches Schedule visits to colleges/coaches  Official vs. unofficial

8. Considerations in selecting a college Realistic about the academic and athletic levels of competition Academic and athletic interests Geographic location Official visits - talk to players, coaches, advisors Academic support programs Integrity of staff - honesty, trust Personality of team, players, students Financial Aid

9. Other pieces of Information to remember Be aware of signing dates Have film/tapes to back up athletic capabilities Have academic information ready ahead of time Stay on top of appointment dates Communicate as much as possible BE PROACTIVE

10. Helpful Hints Evaluation Process The importance of understanding showcases Character Development - ability to fit within the program and attitude towards teammates, coaches, etc

11. What if? Make sure you have a back up plan  Prepare additional applications  Be open to other competitive levels of sports  Understand “walk-on” options

12. Things to be AWARE of Recruiting a school Verbal/Written Commitment letters Each college has different athletic admissions processes How the process changes from year to year