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COLLEGE CENTER Welcome to our Univeristy / College Information forum. The purpose of this presentation is to help you get a jump-start and find the right college academically and athletically, No two children are alike and their dreams are as unique as their goals. If your goal is to play at the collegiate level then graduate with a meaningful degree let your journey begin with a personal plan of action. Jim Lianos Operations G.M Ottawa South United Soccer / OSU Force Academy
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Player Résumé The Wizard helps you personalized your story Cover Letter Introduce yourself to college staff Dossier Document your preferences and Chart your progress DON T take a wait & see approach college coaches are NOT searching websites looking for players. DO be proactive a spot on a roster is just like getting a job you must be talented, qualified and apply! Always tell your story.
Don t get stuck on the bench in college. Time to think.. To play Division I sports, you need to qualify academically. To meet the minimum requirements for Division I studentathletes enrolling in college in August 2016 or later you must: 1. Graduate from high school 2. Complete 16 Core Courses, including 10 before your seventh semester 3. Earn a minimum 2.300 Grade-Point Average in core courses to compete in your first year of college 4. Earn a combined SAT or ACT score that matches your core-course GPA on the sliding scale.
Core Courses NCAA member schools require incoming student-athletes to build a foundation of high school courses that will best prepare them for the academic expectations in college. To play Division I sports, you must earn 16 core courses. Ten of them must be completed prior to the seventh semester. Those ten courses are locked in and can t be retaken to improve the grade-point average. Seven of those 10 must be a combination of English, math or natural or physical science that fulfills the overall distribution requirements listed below. If you don t earn 10 courses before your seventh semester, you are still eligible to practice and receive a scholarship, but you can t compete. For a complete list of your high school s NCAA core courses, visit www.eligibilitycenter.org. Division I Core Course Requirements 4 years of English. 3 years of mathematics (Algebra I or higher). 2 years of natural/physical science (1 year of lab if offered by high school). 1 year of additional English, mathematics or natural/physical science. 2 years of social science. 4 years of additional courses (from any area above, foreign language or comparative religion/philosophy).
COLLEGE CENTER With NCAA & NAIA Eligibility rules and core course requirements a key factor in college recruiting, families go from using a PDF form to determine eligibility with the online Eligibility Forecaster & GPA Calculator. Remove the guesswork to ensure a smooth transition from high school to college. Quick and easy with instant results. Prepared
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College Options NCAA Men Women Division I 206 321 Division II 180 225 Division III 401 425 NAIA Men Women 218 219 NCCAA Men Women Division I 55 53 Division II 29 19 NJCAA Men Women Division I 140 116 Division III 78 65 NIRSA programs are student run. They are Clubs and do NOT offer scholarships.
How well you have trained your muscles over time to perform certain skills efficiently and effectively without hesitation 2 components: 1 st: recognizing what is happening around you 2 nd: the ability to make decisions that will help you & your team Speed Quickness Agility Strength Size/Stature The ability to deal with adversity How you perform under pressure Communication & interaction Technical Tactical Physical Psychological College Coaches Evaluate You In These Aspects
Technical and tactical ability to make 100% of the saves in the middle twothirds of the goal and bigger saves in the corner Physical stature, vocal leadership, and confidence to lead the defense Ability to distribute the ball safely in own half of the field Long punts, throws, and drop-kicks
Physical speed and strength to keep up with top strikers Grit and determination to play within the teams defensive system Controlled passing accuracy at 40 yards Win 50/50 challenges consistently Have the composure to play with the ball and create opportunities
Superior physical fitness level Strength and quickness with physical playing abilities Tactical ability to read and react to the play within the tempo of the game Technical ability to play a controlled 1 and 2 touch game Ability to defend at anytime the ball is lost Ability to play under high pressure
Possess the physical speed necessary to break away from strong tenacious markers Hold and shield the ball with the head up to allow teammate support Show confidence and ability to take on 1, 2, & 3 players en route to goal Ability using both feet while under pressure Superior physical fitness Superior shooting & finishing
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Few players receive a Full Athletic scholarship. Who gets the full ride? You, if you are Proactive, Prepared, and Persistent Rosters usually have around 24 to 32 players, so size yourself up! Proactive Each year over $100 Million in academic scholarships will go un-awarded.. FREE Money to make paying for college easy..
MATCHFIT is our searchable database that contains profiles and contact information for all colleges within the USA & Canada that offer your sport. With nearly 5,000 college soccer coaches online it s easy for you to make the right college connection! Filter your search by Any or All of the following: SAT Score ACT Score GPA State 2-Year or 4-Year Public or Private Affiliation (Division of Play) College Characteristics Academic Programs of Interest Type of Degree Desired Religious Affiliation School Population Tuition Price On-Campus Housing Desired Position # of Seniors on Roster Select your preferred criteria and Search :
Your search will return a list of up to 30 colleges that match your criteria. To view more specific information, click the sport to the left of each college name, and the school s profile will appear.
Everything in one place so you can instantly link, share, and connect. Institution Information General E-Mail School Address School Phone # School Website 2-Year/4-Year Public/Private Academic Specialty Campus Housing Religion Athletic Information Address Division of Play Conference Mascot/Colors Coach s Contact Info Assistant Coaches Fax # Athletics Website Home Venue Roster Summary Graduation Rate SAT/ACT/GPA Requirements Enrollment Statistics Male/Female Ratio Student/Faculty Ratio Academic Scholarship Availability Athletic Scholarship Availability Tuition/Expense Information Degree Types Offered Programs/Majors Offered Scholarship Availability Program History Recent Record/# of Games Camps/Clinics Top 3 Opponents
COLLEGE CENTER The resume is an extension of you and it should reflect your college and career objective along with academic an athletic accomplishments. When it comes to athletic recruiting, a spot on a roster is just like getting a job. Players must be talented, and qualified most of all be able to make a college connection. Members can download a resume sample as a word document or use the Resume Wizard. MATCHFIT gives players the ability to link, share and connect to a college coach online, anywhere anytime. For those who just want to attend College the College Profiler gives kids the power to connect with admissions. Download doc. Use Resume Wizard
COLLEGE CENTER June 5, 2015 Coach Jeff Hooker University of Denver 111 Street Name Denver, CO 33333 Dear Coach Hooker Seldom do you get a second chance to make a first impression. Help players make a great first impression with a cover letter that tells their story. The online College Connection Center gives families the power connect with admissions officers and the college coaches fast and easy! Download
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COLLEGE CENTER Without our players and parents we would not exist. Attention Athletes - Southern Methodist University made it official Kevin Hudson is the new men s soccer coach. National Signing Day was February 5, 2015 and still many college coaches are looking for recruits. Colleges seeking qualified and talented student-athletes: Regis University Men s Soccer Embry Riddle Aeronautical & Engineering Men s Soccer University of North Texas Women s Soccer Middle Tennessee State University - Women s Soccer William Carey University Men s & Women s University of Southern Miss Women s Soccer University of the Redlands Men s Soccer Be sure to size yourself up to the current roster. Read the coach s bio and the history of the school Vol. 1 Families will receive up-to-date news and insight on college readiness sent via email quarterly. All About U College Features Specific college recruiting news Grade specific timelines Links to special features Keep your staff in the know with our insiders list of colleges looking for players! Attention Students- Remember application deadlines are drawing near. Did you know with a GPA of 3.5+ along with an SAT of 1400 or ACT of 30 you could receive a Presidential Scholarship at a number of colleges. What does that mean? Your 1 st year of college is FREE. College Essay think about what makes you unique and tell your story. If you need help, go to the Just Ask! Free guidance and support. Download
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