Category: Athletic Recruiting
Recent Posts in Athletic Recruiting
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The Football Questionnaire: What You Need to Know
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To some, a football questionnaire may seem like a somewhat inconsequential step in the college football recruiting process. This is because this form, which is generally provided to promising recruits who are on a coaching staff’s radar, consists of basic information about a football recruit and may not appear important. However, that’s far from the…
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Recruiting Tips for MultiSport Athletes: Why Colleges Take Notice
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Multisport athletes train or compete in more than one sport, often demonstrating a wide range of athletic skills. For example, a dual sport athlete in football and baseball might excel in tackling, running, fielding, and throwing, which helps balance muscle groups and improve overall fitness. Playing multiple sports year-round gives them more exposure to varied…
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Recruiting Myths
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The college recruiting process can be complex and time-consuming, requiring athletes and families to stay informed about rules, important dates, and deadlines to succeed. This can be especially challenging for families new to the process, who may make decisions based on common myths. To help, NCSA has been guiding families through the recruiting journey for…
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Does JUCO Count Against NCAA Eligibility? JUCO Ruling Explained.
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A recent ruling in an ongoing court case brought against the NCAA by one college football player could be the first step in major changes to what playing in junior college means for a student-athlete’s eligibility. Current NCAA eligibility rules allow student-athletes 5 years to compete athletically over the course of 4 seasons. There are…
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NCAA Eliminates National Letter of Intent (NLI). What Now?
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The NCAA eliminated the National Letter of Intent (NLI), on October 9, 2024, ending a program that had held major significance in the college recruiting process. The change comes as the NCAA is potentially close to major changes across the landscape, including the elimination of scholarship limits and changes to amateurism rules that now allow…
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A Parent’s Guide to Navigating Junior Year Recruiting
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If you’re a parent of a junior athlete who’s looking to play college sports, you’ve come to the right place! Junior year is a pivotal time in the recruiting process, and in this article, you’ll learn how to best support them through it. We know how much you want your athlete to succeed, so we’re…
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These NFL Draft Prospects Were Once NCSA Football Recruits
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The annual 2023 NFL Draft is set to take place from April 27-29 live from Kansas City and we’re proud to share that 31 of these NFL hopefuls are NCSA alumni! Our team took a look back to see how these athletes used NCSA in their journey from college recruits to NFL draftees. How NFL…
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Understanding How To Get Recruited For College Sports
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The recruitment process can be long and arduous, but it can also be extremely rewarding. By staying proactive throughout the entire recruiting process, you have a much greater chance of being recruited. We’ve prepared a guideline to help you along your recruiting journey with key tips to help you achieve your dream. 1. Stay ahead…
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How to Make a Highlight Video
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Do you know how to make a highlight video? Having a professional highlight video can be one of the best ways to attract the attention of a college coach. You want to have a video that shows off your athletic ability and skills in a short period of time. We have broken down some key…
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D2 and D3 Player Players in the NFL
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It’s a common misconception that D1 is the only division with players getting drafted into the NFL. There are many D2 and D3-level players who get drafted. So how many D2 and D3 NFL players are there? On average, about 70 former D2 and D3 players compete in each NFL football season. Look below for…