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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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