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Athletics

Interested in playing athletics while going to school? Interested in becoming recruited? Below are a few things to consider in order to begin the recruitment process.

Checklist:

• Make a list of all the schools you wish to attend, research names, addresses and phone numbers.
• Write a one page letter/email to the coaches; introduce yourself and let them know of your intentions; briefly tell them about 3 or 4 of your athletic accomplishments (highlights/honours) from your most recent season; why you enjoy competing in your sport; how will you benefit the team you are writing to: Remember 1st impressions are crucial!
• Create a player profile that includes a list of the teams you’ve played for, including a list of accomplishments, honors, highlights. a list of the coaches’ names and phone numbers. Your profile should follow your letter and should include all factual information. Be prepared to have videotape of your abilities if the coach asks for one.
• When you have been noticed by a school they will sendyou a questionnaire to fill out. Fill it out and return it quickly!

For more information regarding post secondary athletics and potential recruitment please click on the following links.

Canada:
Canadian university sport is an experience of a lifetime! Not only will student-athletes earn a degree, they will develop skills in addition to gaining an experience that will last forever!

Canadian Interuniversity Sport – Athlete’s Guide
Canadian Colleges Athletic Association

The following universities and colleges offer a variety of men’s and women’s athletic programs. Students can participate in athletics while completing their university/college degrees and diplomas. The following is a list of schools that some of our athletes have attended.

University of Regina
http://www.reginacougars.com/sports/2008/9/7/scholarships.aspx?

University of Saskatchewan
http://huskies.usask.ca/

Medicine Hat College
http://www.mhc.ab.ca/rattlers/

University of Lethbridge
http://horns.uleth.ca/

Briercrest College and Seminary
http://www.briercrest.ca/clippers/

University of Brandon
http://www.brandonu.ca/athletics/

If you are interested in schools not mentioned above please see your coach, career counsellor or visit the university’s website for more information.

United States:
The following websites provides international sports recruitment services that connect student athletes with college and university coaches.

NCAA Eligibility Center:

A non-profit organization with the purpose to serve the student athlete. They administer sports, provide advice and support to members, and enforce NCAA rules.
http://eligibilitycenter.org/ECWR2/NCAA_EMS/NCAA.html

CSA Prep Star: 

The nation’s first ever recruiting service designed to help high school athletes receive athletic scholarships for college.  They have over 25 years of experience in the industry.
http://www.csaprepstar.com/

University Prospects: 

Provides an international sports recruitment service that connects student athletes with college and university coaches. They assist students in getting exposure.
http://www.universityprospects.com/

Recruitment Me Athletic Scholarship System: 

Run your own athletic scholarship campaign like a pro.
http://recruit-me.com/

Athletic Scholarships: 

A recruiting service that will help you apply for college athletic scholarships and assist you with all of the steps.
http://www.athleticscholarships.net/

SAT/ACT
If you are still interested in becoming a student athlete in the Unities States then it is important to register for a SAT or ACT exam sooner than later.  Use the links below to start discovering what SAT and ACTs are all about and how to prepare for them.

SAT - http://www.collegeboard.com

ACT – http://www.actstudent.org