Bring family and friends to an event you wouldn't want to miss. The College Knowledge Event has been scheduled! This is a FREE event provided by Potomac Valley and Howard University. We all have been working hard in getting information and materials needed to gain helpful insight into the recruiting process. The event will be held on October 31st from 12:30pm-2pm at the Howard University Blackburn Center - Forum Room. Signs will be posted on the Howard Campus to show you the way to the Forum room in the Blackburn Center. The address for the event location is posted below:
Howard University - Armour J. Blackburn University Center
2397 Sixth Street, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20059
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A panel of current USS and College coaches as well as college swimmers will be there to answer your questions first hand. No matter what your age or skill level is you will gain great insight and knowledge about what you should do to have a successful recruiting experience. Prizes and appetizers will be provided.
For additional information and to RSVP, please contact: Miriam Lynch at 703-409-9962 or email at miriamslynch@yahoo.com.
Please pass on this information to anyone who might benefit. You can print out a flyer if you would like to share with others on your teams.
Four Common Recruiting Mistakes Athletes Should Avoid and How the College Knowledge Event Can Help You!
Adopted from berecruited.com. Earning an athletic scholarship is not an exact science. Therefore, there are common mistakes that are made by many prospective athletes. Avoid these pitfalls and you will increase your chances of being recruited for college swimming.
1) Taking the recruiting process for granted
One of the most common pitfalls is taking the process for granted because you think that schools are going to aggressively recruit you. Many athletes receive letters from schools, but that does not mean that they are recruiting you. You need to follow up with these coaches and express a mutual interest. Only a select few athletes actually get personal visits from coaches. It is simply too expensive and time consuming for coaches in most sports. Don’t take anything for granted and market yourself aggressively. Learn how at the College Knowledge event! Get templates to sample emails and letters from athletes who have been recruited to Division I schools!
2) Underestimating your chances of getting an athletic scholarship
You don’t need to be the best athlete on your team or in your league in order to earn an athletic scholarship. Of course, you need to be skilled at your sport, but not necessarily the star. Many athletes don’t even attempt to get a scholarship, despite thousands of scholarships being at their fingertips. Learn how at the College Knowledge Event to assess your chances and get some great advice on how to proceed with the recruiting process.
3) Letting your grades slip
As any coach will tell you, schools are looking for a complete package in their recruits. Of course they want excellent athletes, but they also desire recruits that perform in the classroom. Do not assume that your athletic prowess trumps your academics. Do your best in the classroom until you graduate. Learn how at the College Knowledge Event to help you see what courses you should take the test scores are needed during each grade in High School for the NCAA Clearing House.
4) Getting bad advice
You will find that everyone has advice for you during your recruiting process. Some of it will be good advice, but not all of it. Consider your sources carefully, and be sure to evaluate their expertise before following their advice. Come to the College Knowledge Event to hear from actual Division I recruited athletes and coaches on how to become college level swimmer.
A special thanks to Potomac Valley Swimming and Howard University's - Athletic Department and many more for their help and support.
Thank you all in advance. Pass on the Word. I hope to see you all there!
Miriam Lynch