Nelson Gord

With all the benefits a junior college has to offer, many student-athletes should seriously consider pursuing this opportunity. When you see “junior college” you may not think competitive athletic programs with future NCAA Division I and II athletes. But many are now giving junior college a serious look. Junior colleges recruit thousands of elite athletes […]

Attending college field hockey camps can offer many benefits, including quality training, exposure to college coaches and possibly checking out a college that you may end up attending. College field hockey camps are an important part of the college recruiting process, but it can take a significant amount of research and preparation to find the […]

Losing a starting spot can be very frustrating, but the good news is that it doesn’t have to spell the end for your recruiting. Plenty of non-starters have gone on to compete at the next level and have successful collegiate careers. However, you will have to work hard at your recruiting and make sure you’re […]

Being a coachable listener means keeping an open mind and considering another point of view. College coaches can not only read body language, but they can also spot those student-athletes who are coachable and those are often the more prized recruits. While it may be true that being a coachable athlete requires zero talent, what […]

If there’s one thing recruiting experts can agree on, it’s that student-athletes must be proactive. And as much as technology has made phone calls feel like a thing of the past, the proactive step of calling a college coach can have a very positive impact on your recruit’s future. But how do you know when […]

The transition from high school to college can be a big adjustment. It’s up to you to show up for class, study for finals, eat healthy and do laundry. For student-athletes, the jump can be even more significant. Here are five major differences between high school and college sports. Being a college athlete is like […]

Finding the best school or club often means doing a little homework

Good grades, glowing recommendations and solid video footage are important pieces of the process

Some coaches have held their position for 20 to 30 years and have a really good college network

Competing on a high school team, even for club-focused athletes, offers a lot of positives