Steps in the Recruiting Process Before You Apply.
October 31st, 2008 - byIt is that time of year when every student-athlete, that is a senior, is deciding where to apply and more importantly when. There are so many options: Early Decision, Early Action and Regular Admissions. First and foremost before you apply to any school, you will always want to make sure you have done some research first. You should look up schools on-line and have made some unofficial visits-at the very least. The more you put into learning about your options, the better decision you will make and ultimately you will pick the right school.
Once you have done your research and made some visits, you should compile your top schools and rank them, whether it is two, five, or ten different colleges and universities. Remember everyone’s preferences are different. Next you will want to introduce yourself to the coaches and build a relationship with each. This will also help you rank each school on your list.
You then will want to know where you stand on the coaches list of recruits before you apply to a school. When you know there is mutual interest between you, the coach and the school this is when you should apply. Remember, you should always ask the coach if you should apply before you send in an application! You will want to ask the coach how to turn in your application and what the process is. The coaches may tell you to fill out an application and send it into admissions or they may ask you to give it to them to take to admissions themselves. Some coaches flag the application to let admission know that they are recruiting you and some coaches may work in admission as well. If you apply without talking to a coach, and you don’t get in–the coach can’t do anything thereafter.
Another thing to think about - if you are interested in a school and the coach is asking you to submit your application; you may want to consider asking the coach is they will waive the application fee. He/She may not be able to do this, however it’s worth asking, because college applications are expensive and the costs add up fast!
Now there is a very distinct difference between Early Action and Early Decision. Early Action is non-binding (key word here!) and allows you to submit your application earlier than waiting to apply Regular Decision in the spring. This way the college/university will let you know earlier (January or so, instead of March or April) if you have been accepted. This will give you more time to weigh your options or to make your decision early and have the chance to enjoy the rest of your senior year. On the other hand Early Decision IS binding, and is meant for students who know that the school is their top choice and if accepted, you will go there no matter what.
Make sure to follow these key steps: research the school, visit the school, reach out to the coach, ask questions, apply, get in and then make a decision! Make sure to do this with multiple schools. If you have followed these steps with numerous schools early, you should have the opportunity to apply in the fall. If you need to do these steps with more schools first, you can always apply in the spring. Good luck.
November 5th, 2008 at 5:27 pm
Please send information I am a Junior at King George High School, King George VA 22485
My GPA is a 3.5 currently and I’m working to bring it up to 4.00. Basketball is a sport I have loved and believe in myself in being the best player I can be. Just need help with getting to know the right recruiters and having someone come to one of my upcoming games. I can be reached at 210-885-8813 also can be text messaged.
Thank You
Devon W.L. Jeffery
November 10th, 2008 at 3:51 pm
My name is LaTerial Williams. I currently have a 2.6 GPA. I am a sophmore at Snead State Community College. I am on basketball scholarship there and I plan on moving somewhere else if possible. I am so dedicated to the sport and I love the game. I just need some help getting the right recruiters to look at me and show interest. You can contact me on my cell phone. 256-328-5240. Call or text!! Thank you so much
LaTerial Williams
November 16th, 2008 at 6:37 am
hi sir/madam my name is penney smith from west africa liberia i am very crazy about the game, i am currently working on my GED and is looking for a collage for a better soccer life i have played for many good clubs and have the soccer spirt rolling in my family line,i have seen one of my cousin reached ther highest level is soccer history and his name is George Weah the king of football.
November 16th, 2008 at 6:48 am
Hi Sir/Madam my name is penney n. smith,i am fdrom liberia west africa,i am a great soccer player with potential,i haved played for some great clubs in my country.I am presently working on my GED and is pl;anning to go to collage soon but i have no feature with out playing soccer please my life is in ur hand all i need is a soccer feild and a ball and u can manage me because you will never reget ur seletion,you can please call me at 817-899-4137 or 817-303-7874,THANK YOU FOR YOUR KINDESS AND YOUR TIME MAY GOD TOUCH UR HEART.
November 21st, 2008 at 8:00 pm
I am from Mexico and I came to America in my freshman year, i been playing soccer for all my life and i was really excited to play soccer for the high school but they didnt have a team, so i try for tennis and i love it so much, i am a very dedicated and responsible student, i know if you give me a chance i will be great, because if i learn the English lenguage in just one year, i know i can do anything i want, and i really don’t see myself not going to school, so i would really like if you call me at (734) 624-2191 thank you in advance
November 24th, 2008 at 4:22 pm
Dear Ms. Amanda
I am a Liberian living in Houston, 19 years of age and a current student at Lone star College Cy-Fair in Houston TX. I am a former five time national junior champion for Liberia and a two ITF bronze medalist (16 and under year). I have represented my country (Liberia) in five international tournaments hosted by the International Tennis Federation in West Africa. I joined my national team at the age of 10 and played for them until 17yrs, and decided to get a college degree (if possible masters) to help back up my sport career.
Presently I am full time student and #1 player for Lone star College Cy-Fair, studying hard to build up a good foundation before transferring to a four year university/college upon my AA degree. Last spring semester I made it on the president list and hopping to the same this fall semester.
I am currently open to any college/university coaches that will be interested in recruiting a tennis player, but my priority is school with a good academic reputation because I take education as my first priority and tennis comes second.
Coaches can contact me for more information on my profile at: 18223 Spruce Creek Dr. Houston Tx. 77084
Cell: 832-851-5018
Telephone: 281-855-7200
Email: holmessamuel0@gmail.com