Articles by Brittany Collens
Applying for College
The Application Process
By Brittany Collens|November 19, 2021
Now that you have reviewed the important steps in the recruiting process, you are ready to apply. Through the application process, it is important to rely on family, guidance counselors,...
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Understanding Athletic Scholarships
By Brittany Collens|November 19, 2021
The big question is, what does an athletic scholarship entail? An athletic scholarship is financial aid awarded to an individual either in partial or full tuition, based on their athletic...
DIY Recruiting
What “Band” Are You In
By Brittany Collens|November 19, 2021
Understanding what priority level you are to a coach is important. This is commonly referred to as understanding what “band” you are in. Depending on the sport you play, a...
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Recruiting for Different Seasons
By Brittany Collens|November 19, 2021
There are essentially three different seasons for collegiate athletes. You have fall, winter, and spring, which all recruit at different times. Something that also affects recruiting timelines is the division...
DIY Recruiting
DIY College Athletic Recruiting: Intro
By Brittany Collens|November 19, 2021
Whether you're the parent of an athlete or the talented athlete yourself, making the decision to play college sports is both exciting and scary. There are a lot of rules,...
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The College Coach Whiteboard and Timeline
By Brittany Collens|November 19, 2021
We like to think of recruiting as a dance that goes on between the recruit and the coach. This is because coaches are trying to ensure that all their spots...
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Is the Coach Really Interested in You?
By Brittany Collens|November 19, 2021
There is no fool-proof answer when it comes to figuring out if a college coach is interested in you because they all express interest in different ways. This is why...
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What Role Do Your Parents/Family/Friends Play
By Brittany Collens|November 19, 2021
Your parents have likely been some of your biggest supporters throughout this entire journey. It's important to know that their role should be supportive, but not overbearing. When a parent...
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How to Find the Right Fit
By Brittany Collens|November 19, 2021
When recruiting, college coaches are looking for the whole package: a good fit on and off the field. This means they are interested in your grades, your work ethic, and...
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Contacting the Head Coach
By Brittany Collens|November 19, 2021
Part of driving your own recruiting experience is actually contacting the head coach. Regardless of whether you get an initial response or not, they will see your email and take...
