NCSA Sports Blog: College Recruiting Tips, Athlete Stories, and Expert Advice
High School Football 101: Rankings, Schedules, Playoffs & Recruiting Explained
High school football is most known for “Friday Night Lights,” both the movie and book versions and the real-life games that take place across the country every week in the fall. In small communities, these football games tend to be especially widely supported. This is particularly true in Texas, where the final game of the […]
The Football Questionnaire: What You Need to Know
To some, a football questionnaire may seem like a somewhat inconsequential step in the college football recruiting process. This is because this form, which is generally provided to promising recruits who are on a coaching staff’s radar, consists of basic information about a football recruit and may not appear important. However, that’s far from the […]
Recruiting Tips for MultiSport Athletes: Why Colleges Take Notice
Multisport athletes train or compete in more than one sport, often demonstrating a wide range of athletic skills. For example, a dual sport athlete in football and baseball might excel in tackling, running, fielding, and throwing, which helps balance muscle groups and improve overall fitness. Playing multiple sports year-round gives them more exposure to varied […]
Recruiting Myths
The college recruiting process can be complex and time-consuming, requiring athletes and families to stay informed about rules, important dates, and deadlines to succeed. This can be especially challenging for families new to the process, who may make decisions based on common myths. To help, NCSA has been guiding families through the recruiting journey for […]
Does JUCO Count Against NCAA Eligibility? JUCO Ruling Explained.
A recent ruling in an ongoing court case brought against the NCAA by one college football player could be the first step in major changes to what playing in junior college means for a student-athlete’s. Current NCAA eligibility rules allow student-athletes 5 years to compete athletically over the course of 4 seasons. There are no […]
Is NCSA Legit? Uncovering the Facts for Families
At NCSA, our mission is to empower student-athletes to achieve their dreams of playing sports at the college level. With over two decades of experience, we’re committed to providing the resources, guidance, and connections needed for families to navigate the recruiting process successfully. For those wondering, “Is NCSA legit?”- our history and thousands of success […]
NCAA Eliminates National Letter of Intent (NLI). What Now?
The NCAA eliminated the National Letter of Intent (NLI), on October 9, 2024, ending a program that had held major significance in the college recruiting process. The change comes as the NCAA is potentially close to major changes across the landscape, including the elimination of scholarship limits and changes to amateurism rules that now allow […]