Headed to College Next Fall So Maybe I Need a Break This Summer
“You have signed your NLI and scholarship papers and are headed off to college next fall. Now you are contemplating your summer plans. You are thinking the next four years in college swimming will be a real challenge and a lot of work and dedication so maybe I should take a little break this summer and just train and not compete.”
The Right Reasons for Choosing a College
“With April 17th fast approaching many seniors are struggling to make one of the most important decisions of their life; where they will attend college.” (Photo Credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures)
How to Ask for Scholarships
“Look for value in a school and a program, not just money. It is far more important to find the right school and not just the cheapest.” (Photo Credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures)
Want to Swim in College: Everyone Signed Early, But Me! What Do I Do Now?
College Swimming News: “About 25% of the high school senior swimming recruits sign during the early signing period each year. The rest wait until April.” (Swim Photo Credit: Tim Binning, the swim pictures)
When Do I Start the College Recruiting Process?
College Swim News: “80% of the coaches plan their recruiting 3 to 4 years in advance” (Swim Photo Credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures)
Want to Swim in College: Breaking-up with a College Coach
Swim Photo Credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures
Want to Swim in College? How Do You Find The Right School?
“How do you know when you’ve found the right school? Ask yourself the following questions…” (Swim Photo Credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures)
Want to Swim in College? Clearing up the NCAA Clearinghouse
(Swim Photo Credit: Tim Binning, the swim pictures)
Want to Swim in College? Sell Your Potential
“College coaches base a lot of their recruiting on a swimmer’s potential.” (Swim Photo Credit: Tim Binning, the swim pictures)
So You Want to Swim in College- Stuff You Need to Know
American College Connection: “The first day of your senior year of high school is a landmark event in many ways and it’s the beginning of the capstone of your high school career…” (Swim Photo Credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures)
To Drink or not to Drink on a Recruiting Trip
Swim News: Rick Paine reports on the do’s and don’t's during a college recruiting trip. (Photo Credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures)
College Recruiting: Never Call a Coach Dude
“Every coach deserves your respect and undivided attention when they call.” (Photo Credit: Tim Binning, theswimpictures)
My Daughter Wants to Swim Division I in College
Contributor, Paul Stearns, is the Assistant Swim Director at American College Connection (ACC). He’s been through the recruiting process from every…
Colleges? If I’m Good Enough, They Will Come
“Don’t count on just completing an online questionnaire to put you solidly in the recruiting pool. College coaches are very busy these days…” (Photo Courtesy: ©Tim Binning/TheSwimPictures.com)
Myths of College Swimming
Contributor, Rick Paine, is a friend and an expert on the college recruiting process. So, you want to swim in…
