Navigating The Recruiting

Process

Division I (Football Bowl Subdivision):-ACC, SEC, Big East, Etc….-85 Scholarships available Division I (Football Championship Subdivision):-Furman, Appalachian State, Samford, Georgia State, Richmond,

Villanova, Georgia Southern, Etc….-63 Scholarships available Division II:-Valdosta State, West Georgia, Fort Valley Sate Univ, W. Alabama, C.

Arkansas, Clark Atlanta, Morehouse-36 Scholarships (Maximum. Most are not fully funded). Division III:-Shorter College, La Grange College, Birmingham Southern-No Scholarships, but supplement with academic and other funds

General Information

Colleges-Character, Colleges will look at all social media-Grades, Absences, and Tardies-Measurables:

Athletic skills: Height, Weight, Speed, Quickness, Change of Direction, Explosion, Flexibility, Balance, Leverage, Effort

Position specific measurables: poise, nastiness, hands, heart, intelligence

-Physical potential-The “’IT” factor

It’s a numbers Game

Stats, they help Honors, again they help but not a deciding factor Strength level, colleges believe they can correct this Position played, they move people He’s our “best player”

Don’t forget… it’s a business! Estimated 254,000 senior football players in the U.S.

this season- Estimated 2,436 Division 1 scholarships will be awarded this season- 1.6% of high school seniors will sign a D-1 scholarship

Misconceptions and Realities

Twitter Hudl You can send the film Coaches will send film Be seen on game film with other schools

How Do schools get information on your son?

The Recruiting Partnership

Student-Athlete

CoachParents

STUDENT-ATHLETE

Create Premium Highlight on HUDL Are you controlling your social media? Are you going to study hall, tutoring sessions, SAT prep? Are you a person of high character? How hard are you going to work in the classroom and on the field? Are you going to be a great teammate? Have you registered at the NCAA Eligibility Center?

What can you control?Your Effort

Your attitude

‣ Are you going to work on the other skills that you need to improve?‣ Are you going to be a leader?‣ What would your teachers tell a college recruiter?‣ Are you self-motivated?‣ Are you going to trust your coaches?

Establish a GREAT work ethic now

What are you selling?- Firm handshake- Eye contact- Yes sir, no sir- Be yourself, show your personality- Give praise to your teammates and coaches- Ask questions, both pre-determined and spontaneous

First Impressions

Earn A’s and B’s in every core course!How?◦ Come to school EVERY DAY!◦ Be on time to Every class. Tardiness is a sign that

you just don’t care! Teachers are human.◦ Write every assignment down. Stay organized!◦ Turn every assignment in ON TIME!◦ Sit in the front of every class.◦ Be polite and respect your teacher.◦ Study for every test and quiz.◦ Meet with your teacher before each major test◦ EFFORT AND ATTITUDE

Your Goal

PARENTS

Accept only A’s and B’s in a core class. Make sure if they do get a F, they repeat the class in summer school.

Get a copy of their official transcript at the end of each year so you can calculate their core GPA. One of the first questions recruiters ask.

In their junior year have them take the SAT and/or ACT. You can register for both tests online. Make sure that they are prepared. Fee Waivers are provided for people who receive assistance.

Finally take each test (SAT or ACT) one more time (or more) during the fall of their senior year.

Register at the NCAA Eligibility Center. More questions go to www.ncaa.org or www.

Parent Responsibility

Keep your son grounded. Keep his priorities in line. Don’t let the process change him or you.

Be “along for the ride.” Don’t “drive the bus.” Be extremely active and present, but not pushy.

When in doubt, ask the high school coach. Praise the high school coach.

– Ask for his help. Support him through the process. Be open and honest with all parties. Go on all visits. Keep in mind the things that matter most (not

facilities, Degrees) In the end, don’t be afraid to ask the tough questions.

–Integrity, honesty, character

Suggestions for Parents

COACH

Standards and Expectations: Our program will prepare every player for success beyond his years at PCHS. Following the program exactly as it’s designed will maximize every player’s opportunities!

We will be the biggest advocate for your son. We will email, call and continue to build relationships with schools of all types for our players.

Honesty! We will be honest with you and your son about his future. We will also be honest with college coaches.

We will have a player information sheet on your son. We will distribute them to the coaches when they come to Paulding County High School.

We will provide as much guidance, advice, and support as your family requests.

What can you expect from us?

Academics and Recruiting

6’0” 205 lb RB4.3 in the 40Rushed for 2750 yards last season

Scored 36 TD’s5-Star Recruit50 Major Division 1 offers!

“Johnny Ballgame”

• A = 4 points• B = 3 points• C = 2 points• F = 0 points

“Johnny Ballgame”

English – B (3)Math – F (0)History – B (3)PE – A (4)Spanish – C (2)Science – F (0)Computer Science –B (3) GPA= 2.14SAT Needed= 970

English – B (3)Math – F (0)History – B (3)PE – (N/A) Spanish – C (2)Science – F (0)Computer Science –(N/A) GPA= 1.6SAT Needed= Impossible

Only core courses are used in the calculation of the grade-point average. The core GPA is an unweighted calculation.

The Web site is: http://web1.ncaa.org/ECWR2/NCAA_EMS/NCAA.jsp

Division I grade-point-average requirements are detailed on a sliding scale.

The Division II grade-point-average requirement is a minimum 2.000

Grade Point Average

Academic Courses in English, Math, Science, Social Studies, Foreign Language must be “College Preparatory” or higher and be at or above the high school’s regular academic level.

Remedial, Special Education or Compensatory Courses will not be counted towards the Core

Students with Documented Learning Disabilities and an Individualized Educational Placement (IEP) must have their disability documentation sent to the NCAA Clearinghouse in order to be granted the opportunity to have their transcript evaluated with Special Education considerations and identified Learning Support Core Course.

Core Classes

All student athletes who wish to play Division I or Division II sports in college are REQUIRED to register with the NCAA Eligibility Center .

The Eligibility Center is the organization that grants.

This process includes a fee and is required for every NCAA student-athlete.

You must register before you can take an official visit.

This should be done during your Junior year.

NCAA Clearinghouse

Because Division III colleges are unable to give athletic scholarships, a student entering a Division III school does not have to fill out a NCAA Clearinghouse form to be eligible to participate in athletics.

But, by registering with the clearinghouse you give yourself more options.

NCAA Clearinghouse

Go to http://web1.ncaa.org/ECWR2/NCAA_EMS/NCAA.jsp

Select Prospective Student Athletes

NCAA Eligibility Center

Division I has a sliding scale for test score and grade point average.

Online registration for the SAT = www.collegeboard.com – The SAT score used for NCAA purposes includes only the critical reading and math sections. The writing section of the SAT is not used.

Online registration for the ACT = www.actstudent.org–The ACT score used for NCAA purposes is a sum of the four

sections on the ACT: English, Math, Reading and Science. All SAT and ACT scores must be reported directly to the NCAA

Initial-Eligibility Clearinghouse by the testing agency. Test scores that appear on transcripts will no longer be used. When registering for the SAT or ACT, use the clearinghouse code of 9999 to make sure the score is reported to the clearinghouse.

Division II has a minimum SAT score requirement of 820 or an ACT sum score of 68

SAT and ACT Test Scores

NCAA Sliding Scale – Div 1 NCAA Division I Initial-Eligibility Requirements Core Courses: (16)

Initial full-time collegiate enrollment on or after August 1, 2016:

o Sixteen (16) core courses are required (see chart below for subject-area requirements). § Ten (10) core courses completed before the seventh semester; seven (7) of the 10 must be in English, math or natural/physical science. These courses/grades are "locked in" at start of the seventh semester (cannot be repeated for grade-point average [GPA] improvement to meet initial-eligibility requirements for competition). o Students who do not meet core-course progression requirements may still be eligible to receive athletics aid and practice in the initial year of enrollment by meeting academic redshirt requirements (see below).

NCAA Sliding Scale – Div 1 Test Scores: (ACT/SAT)

Students must present a corresponding test score and core-course GPA on the sliding scale (see Page No. 2).

SAT: critical reading and math sections. Best subscore from each section is used to determine the SAT combined score for initial eligibility. o ACT: English, math, reading and science sections. Best subscore from each section is used to determine the ACT sum score for initial eligibility.

All ACT and SAT attempts before initial full-time collegiate enrollment may be used for initial eligibility. Enter 9999 during ACT or SAT registration to ensure the testing agency reports your score directly to the NCAA Eligibility Center. Test scores on transcripts will not be used.

NCAA Sliding Scale – Div 1 Core Grade-Point Average:

Only core courses that appear on the high school's List of NCAA Courses on the NCAA Eligibility Center's website (www.eligibilitycenter.org) will be used to calculate your core-course GPA. Use this list as a guide. Initial full-time collegiate enrollment on or after August 1, 2016:

Students must present a corresponding test score (ACT sum score or SAT combined score) and core-course GPA (minimum 2.300) on Sliding Scale B (see Page No. 2).

Core-course GPA is calculated using the best 16 core courses that meet both progression (10 before seventh semester; seven in English, math or science; "locked in") and subject-area requirements

NCAA Sliding Scale – Div 1

DIVISION I Core -Course Requirement

(16) 4 years of English

3 years of math (Algebra I or higher)

2 years of natural/physical sci

ence

(1 year of lab if offered ) 1. year of additional English,

m ath or natural/physical

science

2. years of social science

4 years of additional courses

(any area above, foreign

language or comparative

religion/philosophy)

DIVISION I – 2016 Qualifier Requirements

*Athletics aid, practice, and competition

• 16 core courses o Ten (10) core courses completed before the start of seventh semester. Seven (7) of the 10 must be in English, math or natural/physical science.

§ "Locked in" for core-course GPA calculation.

• Corresponding test score (ACT sum score or SAT combined score) and core-course GPA (minimum 2.300) on Sliding Scale B (see Page No. 2).

• Graduate from high school.

  DIVISION I – 2016 Academic Redshirt Requirements *Athletics aid and practice (no competition)

• 16 core courses o No grades/credits "locked in" (repeated courses after the seventh semester begins may be used for initial eligibility).

• Corresponding test score (ACT sum score or SAT combined score) and core-course GPA (minimum 2.000) on Sliding Scale B (see Page No. 2).

• Graduate from high school.

NCAA Sliding Scale – Div 1

Sliding Scale B Use for Division I beginning August 1, 2016

NCAA DIVISION I SLIDING SCALE Core GPA

SAT

Verbal and Math ONLY ACT Sum

3.550 400 37 3.525 410 38 3.500 420 39 3.475 430 40 3.450 440 41 3.425 450 41 3.400 460 42 3.375 470 42 3.350 480 43 3.325 490 44 3.300 500 44 3.275 510 45 3.250 520 46 3.225 530 46 3.200 540 47 3.175 550 47 3.150 560 48 3.125 570 49 3.100 580 49 3.075 590 50

NCAA Sliding Scale – Div 2  

Division II Initial-Eligibility Requirements Core Courses Division II currently requires 16 core courses. See the chart below. Beginning August 1, 2018, to become a full or partial qualifier for Division II, all college-bound student-athletes must complete the 16 core-course requirement.

NCAA Sliding Scale – Div 2Test Scores Division II currently requires a minimum SAT score of 820 or an ACT sum score of 68. Beginning August 1, 2018, Division II will use a sliding scale to match test scores and core-course grade-point averages (GPA). The sliding scale for those requirements is shown on Page No. 2 of this sheet. The SAT score used for NCAA purposes includes only the critical reading and math sections. The writing section of the SAT is not used. The ACT score used for NCAA purposes is a sum of the following four sections: English, mathematics, reading and science. When you register for the SAT or ACT, use the NCAA Eligibility Center code of 9999 to ensure all SAT and ACT scores are reported directly to the NCAA Eligibility Center from the testing agency. Test scores that appear on transcripts will not be used. .

NCAA Sliding Scale – Div 2Test Scores Division II currently requires a minimum SAT score of 820 or an ACT sum score of 68. Beginning August 1, 2018, Division II will use a sliding scale to match test scores and core-course grade-point averages (GPA). The sliding scale for those requirements is shown on Page No. 2 of this sheet. The SAT score used for NCAA purposes includes only the critical reading and math sections. The writing section of the SAT is not used. The ACT score used for NCAA purposes is a sum of the following four sections: English, mathematics, reading and science. When you register for the SAT or ACT, use the NCAA Eligibility Center code of 9999 to ensure all SAT and ACT scores are reported directly to the NCAA Eligibility Center from the testing agency. Test scores that appear on transcripts will not be used. .

NCAA Sliding Scale – Div 2.  

DIVISION II 16 Core Courses 3 years of English.

2 years of mathematics (Algebra I or higher).

2 years of natural/physical science (1 year of lab if offered by high school).

3 years 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).

What is Financial Aid?Pell Grants: Quick information on Pell grants:A Federal Pell Grant, unlike a loan, does not have to be repaid.The maximum Pell grant for the 2014-15 award year is $5,730.

The amount depends on your financial need, costs to attend school, status as a full-time or part-time student, and plans to attend school for a full academic year or less.Learn more about Pell grants.To apply, complete the FAFSA.

What is Financial Aid?

Need-Based LoansFederal Perkins Loans are awarded by colleges to

students with the highest need.Federal Direct Subsidized Loans have a borrowing

limit that increases for each year of school you complete.Non-Need-Based Loans

Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans allow you to add the interest fees to the amount you borrowed until after graduation. But this means you’ll actually end up owing more.

Federal parent PLUS Loans allow parents to borrow the total cost of college, minus any financial aid received

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NAIA

National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics

This is separate from NCAA

1.TEST SCORE REQUIREMENT: Achieve a minimum of 18 on the ACT or 860 on the SAT

2. HIGH SCHOOL GPA REQUIREMENT: Achieve a minimum overall high school grade point average of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale

3. CLASS RANK REQUIREMENT: Graduate in the top half of your high school class

*Limited number of scholarships

http://www.naia.org/