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Football Players: Should You Be Looking into Dance Classes?
Did you know that generations of football players have been taking ballet classes to improve their athletic performance? That’s right, ballet is a proven beneficial cross training activity for football players looking to improve balance, agility, strength and coordination. Even highly successful NFL players include ballet as part of their training regimen. So, should you […]
Full Ride Scholarships and How to Get Them
You may have heard of getting a “full ride” to a school before, but what is a full ride scholarship? In a nutshell, a full ride scholarship is the dream for many student-athletes. You want to go to college, and knowing how expensive it can be, you want to use your talents in sports to […]
Ivy League Athletic Scholarships: What You Need To Know
Ivy League schools have some of the most competitive admissions rates of colleges and universities in the world. Because their athletes must meet the school’s admissions requirements – and still compete at a high level athletically – athletic programs for each Ivy League school are very particular about whom they recruit. Understanding how the recruitment […]
A Recruiting Guide for Multi-Sport Athletes
Multi-sport athletes participate or train in more than one sport. These athletes are often good at many sports activities, with an extensive range of athletic talent. For example, let’s consider two popular sports for multi-sport athletes: football and baseball. A good multi-sport athlete playing both of these sports may excel at a range of skills, […]
Football Camp and Combine Season: When and Where to Go and What to Do
Between camps, combines, showcases, and more, how are you supposed to know where to go and when? We’ve got your back. Whether you’re looking for skill development or recruiting exposure, this is your ultimate guide to football events. First things first, when do football events occur? We know how quickly schedules can fill up for […]
9 Essential Steps to Getting Recruited
The recruitment process can be long and arduous, but it can also be extremely rewarding. By staying proactive throughout the entire recruiting process, you have a much greater chance of being recruited. We’ve prepared a guideline to help you along your recruiting journey with key tips to help you achieve your dream. 1. Stay ahead […]
6 Tips for Creating a Great Highlight Video
Do you know how to make a highlight video? Having a professional highlight video can be one of the best ways to attract the attention of a college coach. You want to have a video that shows off your athletic ability and skills in a short period of time. We have broken down some key […]
11 Basketball Shooting Drills to Practice
If you want to kick your basketball game up a notch, you need to start practicing like the pros. Basketball shooting drills are a great way to improve your shooting accuracy and consistency for competitive gameplay. There are a variety of drills that you can do to work on different aspects of your shooting. Over […]
12 Questions You Must Ask a College Coach
The recruiting process is a two-way street. Even though coaches are evaluating student-athletes, it’s also up to you and your family to evaluate a potential school or program. But how can you be sure that you’re making the right choice – that a school is the best fit? It’s important for you to do the research, create […]
D2 and D3 Players in the NFL Today
It’s a common misconception that D1 is the only division with players getting drafted into the NFL. There are many D2 and D3-level players who get drafted. So how many D2 and D3 NFL players are there? On average, about 70 former D2 and D3 players compete in each NFL football season. Look below for […]