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Managing Competition Anxiety: Tips for Student-Athletes
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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…
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NCAA D1 Updates Official Visit Rules and Aims to Improve the Athlete Experience
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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…
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These NFL Draft Prospects Were Once NCSA Football Recruits
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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…
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Football Players: Should You Be Looking into Dance Classes?
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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…
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Full Ride Scholarships for Student-Athletes: What They Are and How to Get One
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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…
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Ivy League Athletic Scholarships: What You Need To Know
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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…
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Understanding How To Get Recruited For College Sports
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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…
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How to Make a Highlight Video
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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…
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Top Basketball Shooting Drills to Improve Accuracy and Confidence
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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…
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12 Questions You Must Ask a College Coach
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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…