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NCSA caught up with rising basketball athlete Alexandra Whitney to talk about her basketball recruiting. 

NCSA: What are you doing to stand out in the recruiting process?
Whitney: I make sure to respond to every coach that views my profile promptly.

NCSA: Have you taken any unofficial visits yet? Tell us about them.
Whitney: None yet. However, will be attending two specific elite camps in June that the coaches have been in touch with me through email.

NCSA: Have you received a call from a coach yet and how did it go?
Whitney: Yes, I’ve received two which went well. However, it seems that they like to communicate through email more than calling.

NCSA: How do you handle nerves before a big game or tournament?
Whitney: Prior to a game I try to find some “me time” so I can focus and get my head in the right place.

NCSA: How do you deal with disappointment in the recruiting process?
Whitney: Just this week I received a card from one of the coaches letting me know that they have already received verbal commitments from two guards for 2010 and wishing me luck in the future. Yes, this is disappointing to receive, but I still make it a point of returning a thank you card to that coach for their time. I believe this still leaves the door open for the future.

NCSA: Why should college coaches recruit you?
Whitney: College coaches should recruit me because they will get a committed player who works hard on and off of the court. I listen, learn and quickly execute.

NCSA: What are your summer goals?
Whitney: This summer I’m actively practising with my travel team and my goal is to improve my speed on the court.

NCSA: Who do you look up to the most to stay on track?
Whitney: I look up to my coaches the most. They take a lot of their own personal time to work with me and help me improve my skills. Playing hard and improving my skills is something I know makes them feel their time is well invested.

NCSA: What is your biggest take away so far in the recruiting process?
Whitney: The biggest take away is….stay with it. You must always be on top of managing your profile and communicating with every college coach that takes the time to communicate with you.

NCSA: Overall, how has the recruiting process been for you so far? Has NCSA made a big impact for you?
Whitney: NCSA has made an impact in being able to reach many coaches all at once. NCSA makes the recruiting process easier and more organized.

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