NCSA is excited to host the exclusive “College Recruit Summit” offering students an opportunity to learn more about not only being recruited to play their sport at the collegiate level, but focusing on the holistic athlete and broader pathway to college so you know what to expect and properly prepare for this rigorous and exciting journey through the recruiting process!
Next College Student Athlete (NCSA) helps families find the best college fit for their student-athletes. Over the past 20 years, NCSA has helped 200,000+ student-athletes commit to the school of their choice.
Presentations FEATURED DURING THE SUMMIT:
“What does it mean to be a Recruitable Athlete: Simplifying the recruiting process and maximizing NCSA’s platform!”
Wednesday, October 6, 2021 at 6:00 PM CT
You're excited to begin the recruiting process but after signing up to attend exposure camps and showcases, you're unsure of your next steps. This is where NCSA is here to help!
Join Julian Jenkins, former Collegiate & Professional Athlete, as he outlines what athletes and parents can do to make being recruiting to play at the collegiate level a reality. He will also cover:
• Communication with College Coaches (Email, Social Media)
• Overview of Academic Eligibility and Core Courses
• Targeting "Best Fit" Schools
• Perfecting your NCSA Profile to Maximize Exposure
“A Snapshot into the Initial Eligibility Requirements for the College Bound Student-Athlete”
Monday, October 11, 2021 at 6:00 PM CT
Join Barrington Huntley, Assistant Director of Outreach and Strategic Partnerships (NCAA), Ellen Ramsey, Director of the Eligibility Center (NAIA), and Brian Beck, Vice President for Compliance and Eligibility (NJCAA), as they collectively provide a snapshot of the initial eligibility process and what you should know if you have dreams of playing sports at the collegiate level.
“Anything but the Big Game: Writing About Athletics”
Wednesday, October 13, 2021 at 6:00 PM CT
Join Lauren Lynch, former Admissions Officer for Williams College and College Admissions Expert with more than 20 years of experience and proud parent of a recently recruited softball player for Kenyon College, as she discusses what makes a successful application and how to write about being a high performing athlete without falling into clichés.
During the live Q&A portion of the webinar, attendees will have a chance to ask Lauren questions about every aspect of the admissions process and the experience of being a college athlete. Come ready to learn and bring your questions!
“Understanding and Conquering the ACT/SAT Exam”
Monday, October 18, 2021 at 7:00 PM CT
Join Method Learning's Founder and President, Tom Ehlers, as he explains techniques to overcome obstacles in achieving a higher score on the ACT and SAT exams and the role these standardized tests play in the college admissions process and receiving merit-based aid.
As a former college basketball player and Princeton University graduate, Tom will also touch on the following:
• What does "test-optional" admissions really mean?
• Breakdown by grade for the best times to take the SAT and ACT?
• What is the most efficient way to prepare for the SAT and ACT?
“Wellness and Winning: Tools for Managing Student-Athlete Stress”
Wednesday, October 20, 2021 at 6:00 PM CT
Join this virtual presentation with our partner IMG Academy as they highlight the mental wellness of athletes, address the varied sources of stress that student-athletes face and offer strategies for how to balance both winning and wellness as a student-athlete under stress.
“Optimizing your Athletic Ability with Sports Performance and Recovery”
Monday, October 25, 2021 at 6:00 PM CT
Reaching the pinnacle of your athletic ability is much more than executing plays and competing on the field, court or track, it also includes building strength, speed training, intentional recovery.
Join Katalin Rodriguez-Ogren, Owner of POW! Gym and The Parisi Speed School of Chicago, and Kalynn Evans, Co-Founder of Yoga Athletex, as they give us a first hand look at what it takes to become a high performing athlete through tapping into our body's potential and utilizing recovery to reduce injury and overcome fatigue.
“Building Your Brand and Navigating Name, Image and Likeness (NIL)”
Thursday, October 28, 2021 at 7:00 PM CT
A student-athletes character and how they represent themselves can be the difference between being offered a scholarship and one getting taken away. Join Daniel Van Norton, Senior Manager of Football Development with the NFL, as he breakdowns how to promote yourself on the largest network – social media, and how the everchanging rules around Name, Image and Likeness could affect what you are posting and why!
SPECIAL THANKS TO ALL OF OUR PARTNERSHIPS PROMOTING THis SUMMIT:
