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Our high school coach not helping us much, |
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Wednesday, 12 November 2008 00:50 |
Our high school coach is not helping us that much, what should we do?
Speak to your coach and ask if he could offer you more help and guidance. Some coaches wait for parents or players to ask for help and then they are more then willing to do their part. Also speak to your college counselor at school and see if they can help with narrowing your list of schools and help with setting realistic goals. If you need more assistance please don't hesitate to contact us for advice and information |
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Last Updated on Monday, 12 January 2009 23:53 |
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Wednesday, 12 November 2008 00:48 |
I am a rising senior, is it too late for me?
The biggest problem to arise with the new trend in recruiting is that a lot of quality players fall through the cracks. Also a lot of coaches and players make mistakes with those early decisions leading to the high amount of transfer players in college ranks these days. But please don't be discouraged. As we have stated here and elsewhere there are many, many quality schools to attend and play college lacrosse. You need to work with your high school coach and college counselor to find the right one for you. Just because you weren't recruited by a school does not mean you cannot play there. Contact the coach and ask questions. Be proactive because as a rising senior you need to act now. |
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Last Updated on Monday, 12 January 2009 23:54 |
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Wednesday, 12 November 2008 00:43 |
As an underclassman, what should I be doing?
The biggest change over the last 5-8 years is how the recruiting process has changed. It is not uncommon to have Juniors verbally commit to top schools. More and more college coaches are looking at rising sophomores and juniors to stay ahead of the recruiting process. So as an underclassman you need to work hard academically, to help with the process when coaches call. You also should try to attend camps and tournaments where you can be seen by college coaches, who are always gathering names and information on young players. See as many schools as you can and be open to anyone who may send a letter or speak to you when they are able to. |
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Last Updated on Monday, 12 January 2009 23:53 |
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We haven't been contacted |
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Wednesday, 12 November 2008 00:37 |
We haven't been contacted by the schools we wanted?
College recruitment is an objective process with many variables. College coaches are under a lot of pressure and restraints with recruiting.
Certain years a school may have 9 returning midfielders and only 5 returning defensemen. A college coach in that position is not going to spend a great deal of time on midfield recruits. Don't take anything during this process personally. Keep in mind that you need to find the best situation for you and don't worry about the fact that John's Hopkins isn't returning your calls. Ask your high school coach for his opinion on your level of play and narrow your list to those schools.
Also remember just because you have not been contacted by a school does not mean they are not interested. Reach out to them via your coach or e-mail and let them know of your interest.
Remember, keep moving forward despite any frustrations you may encounter.
We haven't heard from our top school in a while, what should we do?
Keep in mind recruiting is a business as much as coaches need to and do personalize it. Coaches begin by speaking to as many players as possible. As more information and commitments from players are made, there sights narrow to their top 8-12 choices, just as your do with college selection. If a coach is showing less and less interest, e-mail him or have your high school coach contact him to see why his level of interest has waned. In most cases it is just a game of numbers and you need to move to your next choice on your list of schools. |
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Last Updated on Sunday, 18 January 2009 16:09 |
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What is the NCAA Clearing House |
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Written by Administrator
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Wednesday, 12 November 2008 00:25 |
What is the NCAA Clearing House and why do I need it?
The clearing house in an eligibility system set in place by the NCAA to ensure all prospective division I and II athletes meet the minimum academic requirements necessary to be eligible to play as college freshman. Rising seniors will need to fill out the clearing house application in order to be eligible for the following season. Clearing house checks the core classes of the student athletes and makes sure they are taking at least the minimum amount of core classes needed to meet requirements. You may use the link on the web site to browse the site and even to fill out an application. Underclassmen can check requirements as well without applying so they can familiarize themselves with the requirements.
The web site is www.ncaaclearinghouse.net |
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Last Updated on Thursday, 15 January 2009 23:20 |
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