There are many reasons why student-athlete transfer rates have continued to increase over the years. This new trend causes a lot of unforeseen circumstances and problems for student-athletes and their families. For example, depending on where the student-athlete is transferring to and from, they may have to sit out and waste a year of eligibility. … Read more
Will early recruiting ever stop? The NCAA Division I Council just made some monumental approvals to new softball recruiting calendar, rules and guidelines, which are the first, of many steps, in that direction. In fact, 80% of Division I softball coaches agree to these rule proposals. As College Scouts, we have to wear many hats … Read more
Playing sports in college is a great experience. Take it from someone who has been there. But the odds of earning an athletic scholarship are not very high. NCAA Facts According to the NCAA, there are 346 Division I colleges or universities. There are 6,552 teams at the Division I level with roughly 178,178 Division … Read more
Attention parents: You are your student-athlete’s home academic advisers for 12-plus years. Sometimes this truth gets lost in hectic lives coupled with unrealistic expectations of today’s educators. Kids’ grades can become afterthoughts and, when that happens, sooner or later they suffer the consequences. At National Scouting Report, we urge you to accept this critical responsibility knowing that … Read more
