NCSA Sports Blog: College Recruiting Tips, Athlete Stories, and Expert Advice
Fuel Your Game, Gain Confidence and Focus With IMG Academy+ Essentials
At NCSA and IMG Academy, we know that performing at your best – whether in school or in sports – is about so much more than just practice time in the gym or studying. It takes focus and confidence. It takes proper fueling and hydration. It takes the ability to handle pressure when it matters […]
New NCAA Scholarship and Roster Limits for the 2025-26 School Year
Big changes are expected to be coming to D1 sports with the new NCAA scholarship rules and roster limits set to roll out in the 2025-26 school year. As part of a recent settlement agreement with the NCAA, these new regulations will reshape NCAA scholarship limits and how teams configure their rosters. The settlement agreement […]
A Parent’s Guide to Navigating Junior Year Recruiting
If you’re a parent of a junior athlete who’s looking to play college sports, you’ve come to the right place! Junior year is a pivotal time in the recruiting process, and in this article, you’ll learn how to best support them through it. We know how much you want your athlete to succeed, so we’re […]
The Benefits Of Journalling for Student-Athletes
Remember those childhood diaries where you poured your heart out onto the pages? Well, turns out, writing down your thoughts, feelings and emotions has serious benefits. And guess what? It’s not just for kids! Journaling is a powerful tool, especially in the world of athletics, and it can do wonders for student-athletes like you. Get […]
The Benefits of Mindfulness for Student-Athletes
Have you ever stopped to think about how hard our minds work during competition? It’s a constant battle against distractions. Whether it’s the cheers of the rival team’s fans, trying to remember plays, the pressure of a big game or even that annoying itch from your jersey tag that just won’t quit, distractions are everywhere […]
How to Overcome a Sports Injury During the Recruiting Process
It’s a moment most athletes hope to avoid – getting hurt while playing the sport they love. Aside from the physical pain, a sports injury can be particularly difficult to cope with because it forces you to sit on the bench and lose playing time. That can bring up deep feelings of disconnection, loss of […]
Managing Competition Anxiety: Tips for Student-Athletes
Game time, baby! That rush of adrenaline before a big competition is unbeatable. But what if it starts becoming too much to handle? Nerves are totally normal in sports, but when it starts to impact your performance, it’s time to take a closer look. You might be experiencing competition anxiety. When we get worked up […]
NCAA D1 Updates Official Visit Rules and Aims to Improve the Athlete Experience
The NCAA D1 Council met in April and approved several updates, including new official visit rules. The council also continues to support initiatives aimed at improving the D1 student-athlete experience overall. Here are the important updates you need to know: Recruits can now take unlimited official visits Beginning July 1, 2023, recruits will no […]
These NFL Draft Prospects Were Once NCSA Football Recruits
The annual 2023 NFL Draft is set to take place from April 27-29 live from Kansas City and we’re proud to share that 31 of these NFL hopefuls are NCSA alumni! Our team took a look back to see how these athletes used NCSA in their journey from college recruits to NFL draftees. How NFL […]
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 […]