Simple conversations with college coaches are an important part of the recruiting process. The coach wants to get to know you. You want to get to know the coach and the program. Whether it’s face-to-face, on the [Read More]
Many athletes and parents mistakenly believe that if you can’t get an athletic scholarship, you can’t play in college. The reality is that most college athletes do not have athletic scholarships. The demand is way too high, and the [Read More]
True champions are measured by how they respond when their backs are in the corner. In light of the Coronavirus pandemic, we all face seemingly insurmountable challenges ahead. This article offers hope and clarity to prospects and families to advance college [Read More]
The college recruiting timeline is a subject of great confusion. Rumors spread like wildfire, people make uninformed decisions, and it often results in frustration and disappointment. The rumor mill spawns myths like, “If it’s the spring of [Read More]
An email is a recruiting tool with unlimited potential. It is a great way to get your information in front of college coaches. Surprisingly, coaches spend most of their recruiting time at their [Read More]
Being well-organized simplifies the college recruiting process and makes you more effective. Take the time now to organize yourself so you can be systematic with the work ahead and be better prepared for your recruiting process.
WAYS TO SEARCH FOR COLLEGES
Researching colleges is a time-consuming, but worthwhile process. Talk to search online, talk to counselors, flip through college profile books, and so on. The more you learn about an assortment of [Read More]
The NCAA carefully evaluates student-athlete’s academic eligibility, and approval from the NCAA Eligibility Center is required for all Division I and Division II athletes. Prospective DI and DII players don’t have to contact [Read More]
Playing sports in college is a wonderful experience. It will enrich your time and leave you with life-long friends and memories. CaptainU strives to simplify the recruiting process and help you maximize your chances of winning a [Read More]
The people around you—coaches, parents, and friends—know what matters to you. Ask them what they think you would like in a college. They might picture you at a different size college or in a different [Read More]