A Journey to College Recruiting Success
Navigating the college recruiting process can be confusing for both parents and student-athletes.
In this video, Annie Dauer and her daughter Sienna Dauer, a basketball player, share how NCSA’s platform helped Sienna on her college recruiting journey to play Division 1 basketball.
Whether you are a parent or a student-athlete, this success story proves that good guidance can make a big difference.
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About Sienna Dauer
Sienna, an IMG Academy alumnus, knew she wanted to play at the next level, but was having trouble figuring how to get noticed by college coaches until she found NCSA.
Being on the NCSA platform made me feel confident and ready to showcase my abilities…I finally had a voice in a competitive recruiting landscape.“
NCSA College Recruiting platform not only boosted her visibility but also transformed her self-belief—an essential ingredient in her pursuit of excellence.
Challenges Before NCSA
Before discovering NCSA, both Annie and Sienna were lost in the recruiting process.
As parents you want to be able to support them fully, and I felt like a novice,” Annie said. I didn’t know how to navigate the recruiting world.“
Without proper guidance or a trusted process, Sienna and her mom were frustrated by the lack of exposure to college coaches.
NCSA’s Game-Changing Support
NCSA emerged as the game changer for both Annie and Sienna. For Sienna, the platform helped her understand what to do next by providing a clear plan of action.
NCSA really helped put me on that platform—get noticed, get recognized, get exposure—and that’s when college coaches started to take notice,” she said.
This access made it easy to contact college coaches by email and phone.
Having access to emails and telephone numbers of coaches saved you tons of time. It got you interfacing with coaches immediately,” Annie added.
NCSA provided the crucial boost to Sienna’s recruitment journey:
NCSA not only showcased my hard work but also connected me with coaches who truly appreciate my game. It has changed my outlook on what’s possible.“
Success and Impact
NCSA’s tools and resources made an immediate impact on Sienna’s experience, and she ended up committing to play Division 1 basketball at Davidson College.
I’m excited for what basketball is going to do for her going forward,” Annie said.
While profile views and coach contacts were important, what really mattered was the change in their daily lives: better communication, less stress, and a clear route to college opportunities.
Final Thoughts and Next Steps
Both Sienna and her mom say that by knowing the process and using the right resources, challenges became steps to success. Their journeys are a clear example of NCSA’s mission to help families and athletes.
Inspired by their journey? Start your recruiting experience with NCSA today!
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