NCSA College Athletic Scholarships Blog

Ask Coach Taylor – I feel like I am playing out of position on my high school team because they need me in my current role.  When do I need to decide my college position?

In most cases, the college coach will make that decision for you! 

It is not uncommon for an athlete to be playing a different position in high school than they will play in college.  For example, a men’s basketball player might be a 6 foot small forward in high school, but would be more of a fit at a guard position at the collegiate level.  Here are a few pieces of advice:

- Understand what college coaches are looking for at each position and division level.  You can visit our recruiting guidelines by clicking here.
- If you feel like you are playing out of position, make sure you have developed the proper skill set for the position that you feel will be your best fit at the next level.  This will make you a more versatile and attractive athlete.
- Build relationships with the college coaches so you can communicate and market your abilities properly.  Many will evaluate your ability and realize that you are “out of position,” but it will never hurt to market your diversity when proactively reaching out to coaches.

Send your recruiting questions to askcoachtaylor@ncsasports.org

You can also get your questions answered directly by contacting an NCSA Recruiting Coordinator here or by calling 866-579-6272.

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