Articles by Keirsten Sires
Social Media & Scholarships
Recruiting Horror Stories: Facebook Almost Cost me my Athletic Scholarship
By Keirsten Sires|September 6, 2021
When asked what she wanted to be when she grew up, my friend Madi would excitedly respond with, “the first girl to play for the Yankees.” Madi began playing competitive...
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Columbia, Brown, and MIT Coaches Talk about Social Media
By Keirsten Sires|September 6, 2021
As social media is becoming more prevalent, many college coaches are using social media platforms to get a more complete idea of what kind of athletes they’re recruiting. Once you...
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Everything You Need to Know about College Leagues and Divisions
By Keirsten Sires|September 3, 2021
It is essential to know and understand the different types of leagues and divisions in order to decide which athletic program and school will best fit your needs for the...
Athlete Interviews
Yale Football Players’ Advice on Recruiting and College Athletics
By Keirsten Sires|September 2, 2021
JP Shohfi was a wide receiver for Yale and was named second-team All-Ivy League. He was named Captain of the team in 2018, and graduated in 2020. Charles Callender was...
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Recruiting Must-Do’s: Division I Academic Requirements & Eligibility
By Keirsten Sires|September 2, 2021
The estimated probability of competing in college football is 2.8. If you want to compete at the collegiate level, it’s safe to say that you need to have a plan....
Types of Scholarships
What’s the Difference: Headcount and Equivalency Scholarships
By Keirsten Sires|August 31, 2021
When choosing a college team to commit to, it’s important to understand the difference between equivalency and headcount scholarships, and how this plays into how you will afford college. Equivalency...
college recruiting
Athletes’ Tips on Balancing your GPA and College Football
By Keirsten Sires|August 28, 2021
Your time management will be put to the test if you play a sport at the college level. College athletes have to learn to stay on top of their studies...
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37 Questions to Ask College Coaches Before You Commit
By Keirsten Sires|August 27, 2021
While on an official visit, it is crucial for you to figure out if the college you are visiting is the right fit for you. So whether you are a...
baseball
The HBCU Experience: Coaches Panel by LRT Sports
By Keirsten Sires|June 14, 2021
LRT Sports hosted a panel of Historically Black Colleges and Universities’ Coaches to help educate prospective student-athletes. This inclusive Q&A representing both Men and Women’s athletic programs aims to shine...
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NIL Update | What is Happening With the House Bill 617
By Keirsten Sires|May 10, 2021
Last week, the state of Georgia entered the name, image, and likeness conversation with the passing of House Bill 617, which will grant athletes limited rights to their NILs in...
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Utica College Men’s Basketball Coach, Sean Coffey, on Versatility, Body Language and Scoring from Multiple Areas
By Keirsten Sires|March 8, 2021
Sean Coffey took the reins as head coach ahead of the 2016-17 season. He has led the Pioneers to a 59-45 overall record and a 38-24 mark in the Empire...
