An athlete’s athletic ability is something college coaches look for when recruiting. But there are some other traits college coaches want in a prospective student-athlete. Athleticism: First and foremost, you must have the skills to play in college. Or at least skills that match what a college coach is looking for in your recruiting class. … Read more
The recruiting process is tough. It’s difficult to know if a college coach is interested in you or not You may get personal letters from a college coach inviting you to a camp, combine, or just telling you they have received your videos. But that doesn’t show whether or not a college coach is interested … Read more
There are a lot of college athletic scholarship options available to high school athletes. Most people think NCAA Division I schools are the only schools that can offer athletic scholarships. But that isn’t true at all. We’re not going to knock those institutions because they offer a lot of opportunities for student-athletes, even some former NSR … 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
Signing a national letter of intent, also know as NLI, is an exciting time for many student-athletes. But before you sign on the dotted line make sure you are aware of what it means. The Basics of the National Letter of Intent Signing a National Letter of Intent is the first step for athletes solidifying … Read more
Often Overlooked, Division III is the NCAA‘s brilliant third offspring. DIII athletics is an excellent option for student-athletes who want to continue playing their sport at the next level. It’s not “The Show,” your kid won’t play in front of a mammoth crowd of adoring fans. He or she will probably never fly to an away … Read more
It’s no secret that parents want what’s best for their kids, and they’ll do whatever it takes to help their athlete achieve their dreams. Not to mention all of the time and money spent helping their child be the best athlete they can be. Parents can help athletes when it comes to recruiting, but some … 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
After a lot of discussions, the NCAA has voted to approve new D-I recruiting rules. These new rules will make the recruiting experience better for athletes by alleviating the pressure to commit early. The NCAA hopes that new D-I recruiting rules will make the decision process better for student-athletes. Over the years, there’s been a … Read more
What’s the No. 1 downfall of college prospects? Thinking they are NCAA Division I talent. National Scouting Report scouts watch athletes perform every day. We are looking for youngsters who have the ability to play at some college level and the grades and character to proudly represent the school that recruits them. To verify that … Read more
