Internet Assets That Will Help You Get To College
Here are eight of our most useful tools that help Student Athlete Scholarships Foundation readers get to college and on the team ... often with full scholarships!
Here are eight of our most useful tools that
help SASF readers get to college, and on the
team ... many with full scholarships.
1. GOOGLE: Today's most powerful search engine
ranks websites your request by weighing the
number of links to that site. Over 500 clubs
link to our site because it contains free
articles for visitors and useful college
information, Try this (include quotes):
GOOGLE: "student athlete magazine"
Use GOOGLE for digging back into the history
of your target coach and school ... researching
events that are not on the college's website or in
the program's media guide. Remember, college is not
a four year decision, but a forty year decision.
Get it right.
2. POWER RATINGS: analyzes and ranks every
college soccer team by combining win/loss with
opponent strength. See: www.soccerratings.com
Use it to follow your favorites, but MUCH more
important, use it to identify good colleges with
weak teams. Quick test ... fish among colleges
in the middle of the rankings, selecting the best
schools with the worst ranking. WHY? Because
those teams will recruit you, and if they consider
you to be an impact player, will offer scholarship
money. Why? Because they, too, want to be in the
top 20% and need your help. Makes sense to us!
3. NEWSLETTER: We now send 10,000 free Email
newsletters. They contain samples from future
publications and are the forerunners
of our new on-line magazine. As a non-profit
group we use technology to reduce our costs,
which enables us to reach more families,
worldwide, within our limited budget.
How to get yours and help your entire team?
On our website (http://www.student-athlete.net/)
see FREE SCHOLARSHIPS NEWSLETTER and Input
Email address list your team, parents and
coach (with their permission, of course)
and we will send everyone free newsletters.
Interesting statistic:
female players are 3X more likely to share
our information with their teammates than
male players are! Yeah, and they have higher
GPAs and SAT scores ... earning them more
merit scholarship $$$ than the guys get.
4. COLLEGE WEBSITES: After using our unique
publications to isolate your "best fit" list
of schools, visit their web sites to confirm
or remove them. Start with the coaching staff
bios to learn how they think and coach.
Scrutinize their rosters to compare player
qualifications with your own and to forecast
openings and scholarships graduation will create.
Bad example - a recruitable high school keeper
studying a college roster containing three
freshmen goalies who are all-everything, is
advised to look elsewhere for playing time
and money. Get it?
Inspect colleges in their conference. Check
out their opponents scores and stats to confirm
your selection and maybe even add them to your
"best fit" list. For sure, learning that an
arch rival is ALSO on your "best fit" list,
will start two coaches' competitive juices
flowing and could trigger a bidding war.
Naughty but nice!
5. EMAILING COACHES: An asset not to be abused.
College coaches are now comfortable with Email,
using it to supplement a traditional paper file
containing cover letter, resume and references.
Invest your time in selecting colleges and teams
who need you, not saturation bombing everyone
with .edu in their address, hoping something
will stick. That SPAM makes you unpopular and signals
that you are not serious about a short list.
Our readers identify "best fit" colleges who
earnestly recruit them in response to their
paper presentation and use Email to update the
coach's file and signal changes in your plans.
Fortunately, the NCAA is unable to control
coach to player Email communication, and has
apparently abandoned efforts to include Email
in their minefield of recruiting violations
plaguing our overburdened college soccer coaches.
Soccer coaches labor with compliance restrictions
created by the sins of Basketball and football programs.
6. PDF FORMATED FILES: We were pleasantly
surprised when college coaches embraced Adobe
PDF (Portable Data Format) files. Think of
PDF as a free, color copy and fax machine that
makes all computers and all desk top software
compatible. Popular word processors like
Microsoft Word contain an option to output
your resume (characters and images) in PDF.
Reading a PDF document is just as easy with
free downloadable software from http://www.adobe.com/
Another advantage of PDF is that it cannot
easily be changed by anyone but the author,
so if your stats and addresses are safe.
Of course, the fact that the creator of PDF at Adobe
is a Soccer Dad and subscriber to our publications,
has absolutely nothing to do with our enthusiasm
for this great product!
7. http://www.student-athlete.net/: since 1991 our
non-profit group of concerned college coaches,
parents, and EUROSPORT have helped over 1 million
serious student athletes get to college, and
on the team ... many with full scholarships.
Website contains reprintable articles, unique
publications written by college coaches, a
scholarships calendar and free fund raising
system powered by SOCCER MOMS. Visit often.
8. NEW EUROSPORT COLLEGE OPPORTUNITIES BLOG:
Operational November 2006 thanks to the help
of our friends at the world's largest catalog
retailer of soccer, lacrosse and rugby equipment.
Our articles have appeared in millions of
EUROSPORT catalogs since 1993, and now we are
distributing important information, worldwide,
at the speed of light by Internet. See:
http://www.soccer.com/studentathlete/index.blog
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Bob Collins, Editor
Student Athlete Scholarships Foundation
theinstep@aol.com
(561) 498-1546
http://www.student-athlete.net/
GOOGLE: "student athlete magazine"
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Comments
am 17 years old i love soccer. i would love to play college soccer. i really need help on getting a scholership. am willing to play hard and practice hard.. If u could help me email me at Alcidesmon9@hotmail.com One more thing i would like to go to college to study law school. my favorite team is Manchester United and player C.ronaldo
Posted by: Alcides Montiel | January 23, 2007 07:48 PM
hi my name is fonta aloys im from cameroon in 17years old i play soccer and people love the way i play.I play for lynn vocational technical inst.i came here two years ago i played for lynn tech for two years now came out allstar in all the years ive played. i will love to go to collage and may B be a profesional soccer player one day like samuel etoo
Posted by: Fonta | January 27, 2007 12:08 AM
hi my name is jonathan redwood. i am 15 years old and i love to play soccer. i am currently researching the different colleges that has soccer programs that can forward me to national teams. i strive to be the very best, and acheive greatness. i am willing to practice long hours and enhance my abilities. if their is anyone who can help me out with any information please e-mail me at johnredwood92@yahoo.com. my favorite teams are brazil, argentina,italy, and spain. my favorite players are ronaldo,ronaldino,kaka -brazil.thank you
Posted by: jonathan redwood | January 27, 2007 10:36 PM
hi my name is oscar and im 17 years old.im from peru.i love to play soccer a lot...im looking for a college that is good in soccer and that can help me get scholarship.i will practice harder and play my best games ever.
Posted by: oscar | February 1, 2007 09:19 PM
My name is Ashton I currently play for my highschool team and have been apart of two district championships. We have played some of the best teams in our whole state(missouri) and I think I have enough experience to play at the college level but need help getting my name out there. I am a hard worker and never quit.If you can help me in any way please e-mail me at soccer_ashton@hotmail.com
Posted by: Ashton Cantrell | February 13, 2007 03:44 AM
Hi. I am 15 years old and have been playing soccer for as long as i can remember. I am a good player and i am also looking for a good college to go to that will get my name out and also help me better myself as a player and as a leader in life. My Favorite team is Chealsea, and my fav players are Didier Drogba, cristiano ronaldo, ronaldhino, and david beckam.
Posted by: Joe Funches | February 14, 2007 03:24 PM
hello my name is smart. from nigeria..am 15. am talented in soccer..so i will like to get a schorlaship to play my talents abroad..pls u can mail me smarcenxt1@yahoo.co.uk.
my team is arsenal..and player. Henry
Posted by: smart | March 5, 2007 11:00 PM
Hello my name is Alex Mendez and I'am 16 years old and love to play soccer.I cant stop thinking about it, watching it, playing it, and talking about it. I've been practicing everyday ever since I've entered High School hoping for someone to give me a scholarship. I'm willing to practice everyday for as long as you want me to and no matter how grueling it is I'm terminated to be the best of the best in school and also professionally.If there is anyone but anyone who can give me a helping hand and make my dream of being a professional soccer star please e-mail me at alex_izaval@yahoo.com My favotite team is Manchester United and my most favorite player is Cristiano Ronalado.
Posted by: Alex Mendez | March 6, 2007 12:46 PM
i ever had the dream to be a soccer player better than anyone else if its possible i would do anything just to be it. i graduated from high school three years ago i went to college for 2 years but it didnt workout due to the money i didnt have. but i want to be a soccer player i play it since i was a little guy all i need is one oportunity please email me im so hungry of soccer thats what i live for and i thank to god for make me a dreamer i know i going to make it gracias a dios por hacerme ahora hay ke truinfar my email is nearbreaker2004@hotmail.com
Posted by: ivan gonzalez | March 13, 2007 07:26 PM
Hi, my name is Kyla, I am a Junior in HS and starting to look for colleges to play soccer. Div II or III on the west coast would be preferred. I have a 3.8 GPA, currently studying for SAT's. I also love to x-country ski. Tomorrow March 17th, I'll be doing a 20k race in Telkeetna Alaska. I've been fortunate to be a starter on two state champion teams. We will attend the Los Vegas Regional Championships June 22-25 2007. Please advise me what to do.
Thanks Kyla
stark@mosquitonet.com
Posted by: Kyla from Alaska | March 17, 2007 06:36 AM
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Posted by: Matt | March 18, 2007 04:46 AM
My name is mascary romain.I'm 19 years old. I start playing soccer since i was 6 years old. So, As I can tell soccer is my passion . I used to play socce almost 6 or 8 hours a day because I from a tropical .I mean It's realy hot . Every week-end I used to wake up at 6 o'clock in the morning to play soccer until 6 pm in the aftenoon. I bought a lot brand new soccer player tapes. becasue I wan to have some new improvement in my skills, technicals.however, soccer is the best sport in my life. It's my dreams to a great soccer becasue every the soccer ball is plying .i'm always ther anytinme, any weather and any situations. I won central leagues for my high school.and tournament for my block.then, i'm usually playing soccer with people who's older than me.because I wan to have more skills and more strengh . and I 'm always trying to learn more from them by their moves,and their visons. because i'm trying to take good thing from them and get rid off bad from me .because I'm always looking for a better teammate, a better coach tha can put myself at a better place. I 'm alwasy doing research about new,older players, even players that I was better than them .So, right now I'm focus in school .i'm trying to get a scholarship to play for college. because i come from a place .So, ididn't show very my talent. because I'm always praticing in different seasons. becasue pratice always make you better.
Posted by: Romain Mascary | March 19, 2007 03:23 AM
hey am 18 years old am from the uk and are currently studin at houghall communtiy collage am currently in the womans football acdemy and my postion is a striker! my abiltiy to play is quite high i like to attack the ball and most of all score goals! my tecnical abiliy is of a high standard as my first touch is amasing! i am looking to get a scolaship in america as i wouldd like to show people my full potencial! and that i can play and would like to give a university all my abiliy and be a winner! if any one would be intreasted in me and wanna hear more bout and even see a vid then contact me on kirstysmith16@hotmail.com thanx
Posted by: kirsty smith | March 20, 2007 05:39 PM
i was once a footballer and now im a tclub manager i will like your institution to give me an insight how some of my boys and can be part of your programme;pls reply me ia my email address sah_tunde@yahoo.com. keep the fire burning more success is awiting you.
Posted by: tunde | March 25, 2007 04:43 AM
Hi I am Tj age 15, a skilled player who has played their whole life. I have been on the Erie lighning, Erie Admirals, and Erie United. I play united now and i am 3 age groups ahead i play with kids way older. I have great spirit and i am aggresive and always go in strong not cheap. I have the respect of al my peirs who see me play and always am amired by other coaches for my skill.
Posted by: Thomas | March 30, 2007 05:28 PM
I'm marc Togba 17 years old ,from Liberia, West Africa, I play CM,I Started playing since I was 4 , I currently in junoir H S and 3 times city first team (Buffalo,NY),Captain for my high school and Captain for my Premier team,I play States cup in Virginia,and Gettysburg,Pensilvania, Iam hard worker,never quit until 90 minutes end.If anyone would want hear from me,please contact at Marctogba@hotmail.com. When yoou see me play, you gonna love it.
Posted by: Marc | April 5, 2007 05:01 PM
traux biens
Posted by: juninho | April 7, 2007 09:57 AM
I am 15 years old and looking for a good college soccer club..with links to the mls, i am from the caribbean and jus need a college to stay at with a good soccer program peace..contact me at y2negro@hotmail.com
Posted by: Charles | April 13, 2007 05:07 AM
Hi im Erin im 12 years old and i love to play soccer. thats what i do on my free time but i also like to play football and to skateboard and i like to hangout with my friends at the Beach.do you like these things.if you do write me.i also like music,food,hats well anyways i like to watch movies like 50cent get rich or die trying and happy gilmore well thats all I have to say.
Posted by: erin | April 15, 2007 04:48 PM
I Play soccer when i was 5yrs intle now am 18 yrs old i play soccer good i no how to play.i hope i make it to next level
Posted by: Hi my name is berisa wakjira | April 17, 2007 07:49 PM
ebba9@netzero.com
I star soccer when i was 5yrs old sin then i love soccer my tem is brazil that my faver tem
am 18yrs now am stil playing soccer is my food
i can stop playing i wish i gat chans to show u how i play but one think u gat to now soccr is my food
Posted by: my name is berisa wakjira | April 17, 2007 08:02 PM
am from nigeria and i do really wanna play college soccer abroad, i am 18yrs and i have use all my life to play sccoer but due to the poor situation of sccer in nigeria all i do never justifier my talent, plz if there is anytiny you could do te help me plz a will love to play a proffesional football.... i love sccoer , i eat soccer and i always wanna play soccer.. MR_PALERAMA@YAHOO.COM 234-08-53291993. THANKS
Posted by: ajayi papa taiwo | May 3, 2007 10:04 AM
Hi I love soccer. It is my life, my passion, my dream. I want to play soccer for University of south alabama. I have played soccer since I was 5 yrs old and have been a starter through out high school. I was on the varsity team in the 9th through the 12th grade. I recieved the all tournment award and the all county award in my 12th year. I know that I could go a long way and help the team. I have spirit and the go-go-go. Help me with any infor. that you have.
Posted by: Ashley | May 12, 2007 03:46 AM
hi im writing for a boy i know his name is jorge gamino.he is a awsome player but dosent have any money or means to go to college. all im asking for is if someone can help me get his name out i will be verry thankfull.he lives in south florida he played for high school and was featured in the local newspaper he is realy good and loves the sport.ddjptanycampos@yahoo.com
Posted by: liliana campos | May 15, 2007 12:09 PM
Hello, my fav. sport is soccor. I been playing for awhile, i would love to play in college but do not know for sure. my parents dont have money for college, my home town is Dallas TX. I am hopeing that this would put my name out there also to let them know that i dont let nobody put me down but try even harder..Thank you, latinacuz@yahoo.com
Posted by: Angelita Vega | May 16, 2007 06:29 PM
From Liberia, in search for a college
scholarship.This is my team web address
fcbarnersvillesoccer.wetpaint.com
im serrious about this. My position is foward
you can contact me on geo_taylor1985@taylor.
Hope to hearing from you people.
Posted by: George E. TAylor | May 20, 2007 11:38 AM
mi dreams is to be a profesional player soccer because i love soccer and i can play really soccer,and i play soccer in high school in varsity team.i start play soccer in high school,when i was freshman.but i not start play soccer in high school.i start play like when i was kid.i have a lot reasons to be profesional player soccer,i need help to contnue play.
Posted by: jose vargas | August 29, 2007 02:49 PM
hi my name is erik i have 19 years I am from Puerto Rico. I play soccer in my college (Univerity of Puerto Rico at Mayaguez) but i not recive anything of money or benefiis fot play I am very good I am played in the selection of Puerto Rico in 2001, and also played in the best soccer club's. but the soccer in PR is for people with have money i am a reguar person, with very good talent in soccer please give me a chance thanks for listen me.
Posted by: Erik Soto | August 29, 2007 08:35 PM
mi email is erik735@hotmail.com
Posted by: Erik Soto | August 29, 2007 08:36 PM
i am 22 and i will like to have a scolaship i play soccer n 4 is ma position i wish you can do something for me think you my e mail is ousmane_luv@yahoo.fr
Posted by: fode bilivogui | September 12, 2007 06:06 PM
my name is alejandra (alex) and i love to play soccer! im 17 yrs old and currently play for my high school team, i have been playing varsity since my freshman year... i would love to get a scholarship to play college soccer but my coaches dont really support me. im very talented and dedicated and willing to practice long and hard. if there is any one that can help me e-mail me at pony_aguilera@yahoo.com... thanks.
Posted by: alejandra aguilera | January 8, 2008 10:03 PM
hey i am 14 yaers old i love to play soccer.on my spare time all i do is play after school i play and im in a club right know but i want to go into a good collage.i have to get faster and my parents say im not good enogoh but i think i am i hope somebody looks at this.i got no email but ill see if i can call hope u like this cause i really want to be a famous soccer player.
Posted by: gabriel | February 21, 2008 04:30 PM
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Posted by: angel | March 20, 2008 04:25 PM
Im 18 and have played soccer for many years but have not played soccer for a couple years and would like to try out for colleges if possible, i live in Canada right now and would like information on how to get noticed and where i could play so someday i could play professionally. my email is pep_toyo@hotmail.com
thanks
Posted by: Joe Rome | April 16, 2008 08:16 AM
WTF cause you name your fav players you thinks thats goin to get u somewhere!!!Dull....Can any of you actually kick a football??
Posted by: Luke | May 16, 2008 11:37 PM
Hey, I am a player that has played on numerous club and varsity teams. I have been to many tournies in the SE and played teams from England and Venezuela. I would like to play soccer in college, but my parents did not want me to, however I have changed my mind.....If you are interested in a well-rounded midfielder, email me at djr06c@fsu.edu
Posted by: Daniel | July 11, 2008 09:40 PM
im a first year student at copperstone universty here in zambia.my number one passion is football and i would like you people to help me come there and fufil my dream of becoming a football star.im a male aged 19 and i have been playing football for quite some time now since i finnished high school.i know i have what it takes to be a footballer.im currently training with a division 3 club called brave ploice tigers.im a defender,i play center back,i cant dissapiont you.thank you and may god richly bless you as i live to hear from you soonest
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